High fibre recipes

  1. 1.

    Baby Lima Bean Soup

    • A whisper of hot pepper sparks this mix of beans and tomatoes. If you like, a garnish of shaved Parmesan cheese would be attractive and tasty.
  2. 2.

    Bean Dip with Zahtar

    • Mild, buttery lima beans, available frozen in supermarkets, lend a lovely pale green colour and rich texture to this dip, which is equally good...
  3. 3.

    Beef and Bean Burrito Bake

    • High-fibre beans, meat and vegetables get all rolled up in a tortilla for a quick and nutritious lunch. Bake the dish as described then divide it...
  4. 4.

    Black Bean and Lime Chili Salad

    • When you add up the grams of fat in a taco salad of chili, fried tortilla bowl, full-fat cheese and sour cream, it comes to about 50 g. Our version...
  5. 5.

    Black Bean Chili with Avocado Salsa

    • In large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat; cook onions, garlic, carrots, jalapeno pepper, chili powder, cumin, oregano and salt, stirring...
  6. 6.

    Black Bean Chili with Corn

    • Enjoy six nutritious, delicious midday meals from our "Pack and Go Lunches" collection of recipes in the October 2006 issue of Canadian Living...
  7. 7.

    Black Bean Sausage Soup

    • In large saucepan, brown sausages over medium heat, about 5 minutes. Add onion and cumin; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 2 minutes....
  8. 8.

    Black Bean Soup

    • In large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat; fry onion, carrots, celery, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt and pepper, stirring occasionally, until...
  9. 9.

    Carrot Apricot Bran Muffin Bars

    • Adding grated carrot to muffin bars is another way to consume a small amount of vegetable — every little bit counts, right? Vary the dried...
  10. 10.

    Country Seed Bread

    • When bread machines first became popular a few years ago, The Canadian Living Test Kitchen got busy adapting recipes. Very easy to make in the...
  11. 11.

    Couscous and Peas

    • In saucepan, bring 1 cup (250 mL) chicken stock and salt to boil. Remove from heat. Stir in frozen peas, zucchini and couscous. Cover; let stand...
  12. 12.

    Easy Apple Brown Betty

    • Peel and core apples; cut into 1/4-inch (5 mm) thick slices. In bowl, toss together apples, cider and lemon juice; spread in 8-inch (2 L) square...
  13. 13.

    Fanny Pack Trail Mix

    • For cross-country skiers or skaters, how about a new fanny pack with a high-energy trail mix?
  14. 14.

    Fibreful Muffins

    • The bran, nuts and raisins give an added boost of fibre. You can use 1 cup (250 mL) plain yogurt instead of the bananas and water.
  15. 15.

    Fruit-and-Nut Granola

    • This recipe from my sister Rochelle is now part of our breakfast repertoire. Enjoy it with milk or sprinkled over yogurt.
  16. 16.

    Gardener's Pie

    • A tasty and balanced vegetarian dinner the whole family will love.
  17. 17.

    Giant Beans

    • In pot of boiling water, cook beans for 45 minutes or until tender; drain. In saucepan, heat oil over medium heat; cook garlic, onion, oregano...
  18. 18.

    Grain Bread

    • In small bowl, mix honey with 1 cup (250 mL) of the hot water. Sprinkle yeast on top; let stand for 15 minutes. In separate bowl, stir together...
  19. 19.

    Granola Bars

    • This recipe is a favourite of the Mildmay Carrick Public School Morning Munchers Breakfast Program.
  20. 20.

    Grilled Corn and Black Bean Salad

    • Grilling the corn gives a nice smoky flavour and a Southwestern touch to this salad. If you are short of time, substitute 2 cups (500 mL) cooked...
  21. 21.

    Hiker's Trail Mix

    • Ideal for a mid-afternoon hike in the woods, this healthy snack from our August 2004 "Campground Cooking" story includes protein from the soy nuts...
  22. 22.

    Hit-the-Road Mix

    • If your teen refuses to surface in time to eat before school, keep this trail mix on hand for him to munch on his way. He can mix it himself on the...
  23. 23.

    Hot Multigrain Cereal

    • Rolled oats can be substituted for the barley and whole wheat flakes, which, along with flax seed, are available in bulk and health food stores.
  24. 24.

    Lentil and Sausage Ragout

    • Use any smoked sausage, such as kielbasa or garlic, for this flavourful grown-up version of franks and beans. Since there is such a small amount of...
  25. 25.

    Lentil Salad

    • In bowl, whisk juice, oil, salt and pepper. Add lentils, cheese, pepper, onions and garlic; stir.  
  26. 26.

    Lentil Salad with Asiago Cheese

    • Instead of dried lentils, you can use 2 cans (each 19 oz/540 mL) lentils, drained and rinsed; simply simmer with the carrots (without cooking them...
  27. 27.

    Lentil Soup

    • Shane Siddon from Notre Dame School submitted this recipe. For the vegetable stock, you can either use a canned vegetable stock, powder...
  28. 28.

    Lentil Vegetable Soup

    • This traditional hearty soup features lentils, chickpeas, pasta and vegetables with aromatic yet mild spices. In Morocco its name is harira, and it...
  29. 29.

    Lentils and Tomato Sauce with Pasta Shells

    • Canned lentils or chickpeas and tomatoes are pantry musts for quick weeknight suppers. This dish is suitable for vegans, but others can add a...
  30. 30.

    Oven-Barbecued Pork Ribs

    • Fibre-Rich: Fill your kitchen with the aroma of sweet chili sauce and bubbling onions from this hearty meal with family appeal.


Most popular

Most popular videos