Low carb, high nutrition, and full of flavour! Cauliflower rice is a light and healthy alternative to regular rice that pairs equally well with your mains as a side dish. It’s quite simple to make and toasting it in a skillet with some garlic butter gives it an aromatic, nutty and sweet taste.
Ingredients: 1 medium head of cauliflower 2 tablespoons butter or extra virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, m...
You can have a healthy and delicious side dish in a flash with this simple air fryer recipe. The touch of crispiness makes asparagus extra tasty, and all you need is a squeeze of lemon to finish it off. Feel free to add some red pepper flakes for a kick or grated parmesan cheese for even more flavour. Don’t have an air fryer? You can roast asparagus on a baking sheet at 400°F for 9 - 15 minutes (depending on thickness of stalks) until slightly tender yet still bright green.
Ingredients: 1 pound asparagus 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil ¼ teaspoon kosher salt ⅛ teasp...
As a simple side dish or topping for your favourite salad—roasted beets with a hint of balsamic vinegar are delicious and packed with nutrition! Plus they’re gluten-free, dairy-free, Paleo and vegan-friendly so everyone can enjoy them. Top with some walnuts for a little extra protein and crunch.
Ingredients: 3 - 4 large beets, peeled and diced (about 3 cups) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon balsami...
Red onion jam (sometimes called marmalade or chutney) is a flavour-packed condiment that adds a sweet and savoury note to burgers, chicken, pizza, you name it! It’s also a delicious accompaniment to a cheese board, pairing well with creamy brie or goat cheese.
Ingredients: 1 pound red onions, ends cut off and thinly sliced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/3 cup granulated white...
Toss this creamy and zingy dressing into veggie salads or drizzle on bowl meals when you’re looking for a hit of Asian-inspired flavour. Pairs particularly well with cabbage slaw and salmon dishes.
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon grated ginger ½ teaspoon minced garlic 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tables...
If you’re looking for an upgrade to regular baked potatoes, these cheesy Hasselback style potatoes definitely deliver. You can customize them with any type of cheese and a variety of toppings. Serve as the main dish with a salad or green vegetable, or make it a side dish with chicken or beef. Any way you slice it, these are satisfyingly scrumptious.
Ingredients: 6 Russet potatoes ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted 3 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pep...
Zucchini fritters make a savory alternative to pancakes for brunch, a healthy stand-in for hash browns with eggs, or a delicious light lunch served on a bed of greens with dressing. You can store them in the fridge for an anytime snack or freeze for up to 2 months. To reheat, place defrosted fritters on a baking sheet and heat for 10 - 15 minutes at 375 degrees F.
Ingredients: 1 ½ pounds grated zucchini (about 3 cups) 1 teaspoon salt ¼ cup all-purpose flou...
If you’re not a fan of brussels sprouts, you may change your mind after trying them roasted. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and enhanced with the simple flavours of olive oil, salt and pepper—roasted brussels sprouts are delicious and very easy to make. To kick the flavour up a notch, add some fresh lemon juice and/or grated parmesan cheese after cooking.
Ingredients: 1 ½ pounds Brussels sprouts 2 - 3 tablespoons olive oil ¾ teaspoon sea sal...
Winter vegetable mashes make for delicious accompaniments to any holiday event—the addition of coconut milk and lime here creates a beautifully distinct flavour that will be an instant favourite. This recipe doubles and triples well.
Ingredients: 1 parsnip 2 medium carrots 5 garlic cloves, whole, peeled 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tbsp lime jui...
This green bean salad is the best! Perfectly cooked green beans are tossed in a lemony dressing with toasted almonds, feta and basil. Recipe yields 4 side servings.
Ingredients: ⅓ cup sliced almonds 1 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into 2&n...
