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Chicken Soyaki Macro Bowl

Jan 6, 2019
2 min

Chicken Soyaki Macro Bowl

One of my favourite things about my recent trip to Florida (you know, other than going to Disney World and Harry Potter World…) was getting to visit Trader Joe’s and stock up on all my fave spices, sauces, snacks and seasonings. Yes, I’m one of the few that actually considers a trip to the grocery store THAT exciting. But, with so many creative, healthy & “wellness-inspired” food products sold at Trader Joes that you simply can’t find at any other grocery store in Canada, you

Spinach & Goat Cheese Frittata

Dec 10, 2018
2 min

Spinach & Goat Cheese Frittata

Eggs are SO underrated - don’t you think? With so many inventive ways to prepare eggs, you can never really go wrong. Especially ones you bake in the oven with creamy goat cheese, spinach, fresh cherry tomatoes & savoury caramelized onions. Mmm.... This Spinach & Goat Cheese Frittata is such a simple recipe that you can whip up in a flash. It’s high in protein, low in carbs and is so flavourful you’ll be shocked at how low in calories each serving is. You might even opt for t

Vegetarian Shakshuka (Aka. "Eggs With Sauce")

Dec 9, 2018
2 min

Vegetarian Shakshuka (Aka. "Eggs With Sauce")

Growing up, my mom would always make this dish for us that she called “eggs with sauce”. Because, honestly, that’s all it really was - freshly cracked eggs sitting in a delicious & flavourful tomato sauce, usually served with a bit of bread to soak up all the runny yolk and sauce. As I got older and moved out of my childhood home, “eggs with sauce” became a staple in my diet - it was just so ridiculously easy to make and tasted so amazing! I would introduce my friends to my m

California Chicken Salad

Dec 1, 2018
2 min

California Chicken Salad

I’ll be honest - this salad was sort-of a happy accident. Originally, I was trying to go for a more Mediterranean Greek-inspired salad. However, after I had finished baking my Garlic Lemon & Herb Chicken Souvlaki, I realized I was out of cucumber... and red onion… and feta. (Okay, I wasn't prepared at all!) All I really had in the fridge was some brown rice, diced cherry tomatoes and an avocado. So, instead of panicking, I decided to throw it all in and call it a day. (Or, a

Easy High Protein Breakfast Sandwich

Nov 8, 2018
2 min

Easy High Protein Breakfast Sandwich

Okay, so I'll be honest here - I absolutely love to sleep in. And luckily (on most days), I can. However, if I have a meeting or another responsibility to get done in the morning and can't find a way to take my breakfast with me, I'm either guaranteed to be late... or my breakfast isn't going to get eaten. Now, I'm NOT a fan of wasting breakfast... but I AM a huge fan of breakfast sandwiches. And since I'm not about to sacrifice my nutrition for convenience, lately these bad

Weekly Meal Prep - Nov 3, 2018

Nov 3, 2018
4 min

Weekly Meal Prep - Nov 3, 2018

Happy Saturday, babes!! You guys voted to see the details of my prep from last week, so here it is - in all its colourful glory. I've been going through a bit of a "roasted mixed vegetables" kick lately, because it's just SO much easier to clean & prep my veggies, throw them on a pan and roast 'em all at the same time. (Plus, they're super versatile this way, and taste great on top of macro bowls, or on the side of your typical protein/carb/veg meal.) Here's a breakdown of ev

Spiced Israeli Couscous

Oct 21, 2018
2 min

Spiced Israeli Couscous

These mammoths are not your average little couscous grains. I don’t know about you, but I’m a huge fan of Mediterranean food. But, I’ll be honest - before this, I’d never had couscous of this size. If you’ve ever had traditional couscous before, it was most likely in the form of a much smaller, circular and fluffy grain with some raisins or other mediterranean flavours mixed into it. However, these guys are about the size of a pearl and are known as “Israeli couscous”. They’v

Sautéed Kale & Mushrooms w/ Balsamic Glaze

Oct 21, 2018
1 min

Sautéed Kale & Mushrooms w/ Balsamic Glaze

I absolutely love kale. Kale chips, kale salad, kale smoothies - you name it. It’s such a versatile, flavourful, and crunchy leafy green that’s tasty no matter how it’s cooked. Recently, sautéed kale has become a bit of an obsession for me, and I’ve tried to experiment with it more in my home cooking. Paired with the sweetness of a balsamic glaze, this Sautéed Kale & Mushrooms mix is the perfect side for any fall-inspired dish. Recipe available below! INGREDIENTS: 4-5 stalks

Goat Cheese-Stuffed Chicken Breast

Oct 19, 2018
1 min

Goat Cheese-Stuffed Chicken Breast

Ah, goat cheese… Who else agrees that goat cheese makes everything taste better!? I don’t know if it’s the texture, or that sweet acidity it has to it, but adding goat cheese to something so simple as chicken breast takes this pretty simple-tasting prep into something so spectacular, without needing to add any complicated sauces or seasonings. Trust me, you’ll be stuffing goat cheese in every meal after you’ve tried this. Recipe available below! INGREDIENTS: 2 large chicken b

Easy Protein Crepes Recipe

Oct 18, 2018
2 min

Easy Protein Crepes Recipe

Earlier this week, I decided to experiment with my existing Protein Pancake recipe to see if there was an even easier way to make them. (Currently, you have to whip the egg whites before incorporating the rest of the ingredients in order to create that classic, thick & fluffy texture of traditional pancakes.) But sometimes, it’s just not as easy to whip together when you’re running around doing a million other things. And that morning, I wanted easy. I’m talking, “throw-every

St Lawrence Market Grocery Haul

Oct 17, 2018
1 min

St Lawrence Market Grocery Haul

Hey there, fit babes! I had such a BLAST going grocery shopping at Toronto’s iconic St. Lawrence Market with my good friend Angie (@healthyfittstrong) last weekend. Together, we took my NEW Weekly Grocery list (available now!) out for a spin to show you just how EASY it is to use and implement into your weekly routine. What’s great about my Weekly Grocery List is that instead of telling you the exact foods to buy, this list gives you mix-and-match options so you get the right

Healthy Turkey Sloppy Joe's

Oct 3, 2018
1 min

Healthy Turkey Sloppy Joe's

With the weather starting to get a little cooler, I'm finding myself trying to recreate macro-friendly versions of alllll my favourite childhood comfort foods. (Who else loved to get their hands a lil' messy with some good ol' Sloppy Joe's?) But these ain't your childhood Sloppy Joe's. With only 236 calories per serving and 24g of protein, they're even better. Recipe available below! I N G R E D I E N T S: 1/3 cup chopped, Carrots, raw 1/3 cup chopped, Celery, raw 1/2 Cup cho

Low Carb Chicken Fajita Macro Bowl

Sep 19, 2018
1 min

Low Carb Chicken Fajita Macro Bowl

Happy Wednesday, fit babes! Looking for some mid-week meal prep inspo? To break up alllllll of my delicious breakfast posts over the past few weeks, here's one of my FAVE low-carb macro bowl recipes that can easily be worked into your meal prep. I N G R E D I E N T S: 1-2 cups greens (I chose arugula) 1/2 cup sautéed peppers & onions 4.5oz baked chicken breast (seasoned with chili, paprika, garlic powder, salt & pepper) 1/2 cup fresh homemade salsa (sliced tomatoes, onions &

Weekly Meal Prep - Aug 27, 2018

Aug 28, 2018
3 min

Weekly Meal Prep - Aug 27, 2018

Happy #MealPrepMonday! This is just a reminder that it's officially a new week - which means that it's the perfect opportunity to set some new goals, make some waves & get shit done. You've been asking to see another one of my weekly meal preps, so I'm just gonna leave this right here for you all... complete with full details & cooking instructions for all prepped items! (All it takes is 2-3 hours of work for an entire WEEK of lunches, dinners & snacks). WEEKLY MEAL PREP: (Or

Turkey Burgers, Sweet Potato Fries & Easy Summer Salad

Aug 3, 2018
2 min

Turkey Burgers, Sweet Potato Fries & Easy Summer Salad

Mmm... this is the ULTIMATE summer dinner idea! It has the perfect balance of protein, complex carbs and healthy fats. Plus, it’s just super delicious! The best part? You don’t even need to cook the Turkey Burgers on a barbecue for them to taste like summertime. Just throw them on a grooved cast-iron skillet to get that same “barbecued” look, or cook them on a regular non-stick skillet. Nothing is off limits here! Enjoy with a nice, fresh homemade mojito, because it’s all abo

Homemade Turkey Chili

Jul 18, 2018
2 min

Homemade Turkey Chili

You guys are gonna LOVE this chili recipe! I've been making this for years now and it just gets better & better every time I make it. My Homemade Turkey Chili recipe is the perfect make-ahead healthy meal that you can take with you absolutely ANYWHERE. It’s hearty, high-protein and filled with lots of good-for-you nutrients to keep you full, nourished and satisfied all day long. What's even better? This chili recipe is SUPER easy and can be prepared in a crock pot. That way,

1 Week Meal Prep - June 25, 2018

Jun 27, 2018
2 min

1 Week Meal Prep - June 25, 2018

Take a look at the MASSIVE 1-week meal prep I prepared on Tuesday!! Last week, I noticed that I ran out of a LOT of food very quickly and was too busy to do a second prep mid-week. That's why this week, I made sure I had MORE than enough food to work with! (Including lots of leafy greens, fruits & veggies that needed NO prep-work at all.) I ultimately wanted to make sure everything was prepped and ready to go this time around. This prep took me about 3 HOURS total to wash, cu

How To Eat Healthy Without Tracking Macros

Jun 22, 2018
2 min

How To Eat Healthy Without Tracking Macros

Hey there fit babes!! (Keep reading for FREE goodies!) One of the biggest struggles I’ve heard from you all when it comes to getting your nutrition in check is whether or not to track calories and macronutrients. There are some of us that absolutely LOVE it - because it gives us a sense of control. TRACKING EVERYTHING allows us know exactly what we’re putting into our bodies, making it easy to feel like we’ve got it allllll figured out. On the other hand, there are many of us

#MealPrepMonday - June 15, 2018

Jun 18, 2018
2 min

#MealPrepMonday - June 15, 2018

Happy #MealprepMonday! You guys voted to see a full description of my 4-day meal prep last week, so here it is! I've also written cooking instructions for each of them, including what seasonings/spices I used to flavour everything, too. This prep took me about 3 hours to wash, cut, prepare and cook everything, which is great to do on a Sunday afternoon before you start your week, or you can even squeeze it in on Monday night (like I do) after dinnertime. (List is ordered from

Low-Carb Egg White & Lox Omelette

Jun 16, 2018
2 min

Low-Carb Egg White & Lox Omelette

Honestly, smoked salmon is so underrated! It’s a great source of protein, has a lot of healthy fats & Omega-3’s and is just incredibly versatile. It’s great on sandwiches, in salads, or even for breakfast. You guys may not know this, but whenever I’m planning on going out for brunch, the first menu item I ALWAYS look for is Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict with home fries. I don’t know what it is, but it’s just so damn delicious. That melt-in-your-mouth texture of the smoked salmo

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