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9 recipes filled with whole foods

9 recipes filled with whole foods

Gluten-Free Quinoa Salad With Creamy Tahini Dressing
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9 recipes filled with whole foods

Put down that takeout menu and get more from your lunch.  Our recipes filled whole foods including whole grains, legumes and vegetables will help you keep healthy choices on your plate. Studies show that whole grains really can have a positive impact on your health, so make lunch the tastiest and most nutritious meal of the day.

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9 recipes filled with whole foods

Beef and Broccoli Brown Rice Bowl

Put down that takeout menu! This healthy spin on beef and broccoli will leave you feeling full and guilt-free. Thin bite-size pieces of flank steak are much easier to eat than long strips, so cut your flank steak in half lengthwise (with the grain) before thinly slicing it crosswise (against the grain).  Get the recipe: Beef and Broccoli Brown Rice Bowl

Image by: Canadian Living By: Irene Fong and The Canadian Living Test Kitchen Source: Jeff Coulson

9 recipes filled with whole foods

Vegetable Quinoa Soup

Homemade vegetable broth is the best option for minimizing the sodium content in this delicate, flavourful soup. However, if you prefer to use storebought broth, choose organic, which is lower in sodium. Get the recipe: Vegetable Quinoa Soup

Image by: Canadian Living By: Amanda Barnier and The Canadian Living Test Kitchen Source: Jeff Coulson

9 recipes filled with whole foods

Gluten-Free Quinoa Salad With Creamy Tahini Dressing

The amount of water you need to cook quinoa varies, so check package instructions for best results. For a twist, top the salad with toasted slivered almonds. Get the recipe: Gluten-Free Quinoa Salad With Creamy Tahini Dressing

Image by: Canadian Living By: Alison Kent and The Canadian Living Test Kitchen Source: Jodi Pudge

9 recipes filled with whole foods

Lemon Butter Brussels Sprouts

Brussels sprouts are welcome at any Thanksgiving feast. This dish is spruced up with a hit of fresh lemon. If you like, garnish it with chopped fresh parsley. Get the recipe: Lemon Butter Brussels Sprouts

Image by: Canadian Living By: Irene Fong and The Canadian Living Test Kitchen Source: Jeff Coulson

9 recipes filled with whole foods

Marinated Chickpea Salad

Canned chickpeas are a convenient shortcut used in this marinated salad. Lemon juice adds flavour and helps mellow out the raw onion. Add the cilantro just before serving to keep it bright green. Get the recipe: Marinated Chickpea Salad

Image by: Canadian Living By: The Canadian Living Test Kitchen Source: Jeff Coulson

9 recipes filled with whole foods

Curried Chicken and Lentil Soup With Sweet Potato

This satisfying spiced soup is packed with protein and will keep hunger at bay for hours. You can substitute about 2 cups of leftover shredded cooked chicken and 2 cups cooked and cooled lentils to make this soup even quicker to prepare. Just simmer the soup until the sweet potato is tender, about 10 minutes. Get the recipe: Curried Chicken and Lentil Soup With Sweet Potato

Image by: Canadian Living By: Leah Kuhne and The Canadian Living Test Kitchen Source: Jeff Coulson

9 recipes filled with whole foods

Golden Roasted Roots

Tired of the same old vegetables on your table? Try this medley of the season's finest root vegetables. A simple roasted garlic vinaigrette adds flavour while preserving the natural sweetness of each vegetable. Use a high-quality heavy baking sheet for roasting the vegetables because it holds an even heat and helps give them a nice golden colour. Get the recipe: Golden Roasted Roots

Image by: Canadian Living By: Irene Fong and The Canadian Living Test Kitchen Source: Jeff Coulson

9 recipes filled with whole foods

Smoked Turkey and Sweet Potato Soup

Smoked turkey is full of flavour and stays tender and moist when cooked in a slow cooker. Simmering it on the bone creates a delicious broth. Smoked turkey is usually found in the deli section of the grocery store. Get the recipe: Smoked Turkey and Sweet Potato Soup

Image by: Canadian Living By: Amanda Barnier and The Canadian Living Test Kitchen Source: Joe Kim

9 recipes filled with whole foods

Crispy Spaghetti Squash Bake

Sweet spaghetti squash, roasted then baked with a savoury bread crumb and Parmesan topping, is a great accompaniment to roast turkey. Fresh bread crumbs make a light and crispy crust, so it's worth making your own in the food processor. Get the recipe: Crispy Spaghetti Squash Bake

Image by: Canadian Living By: Rheanna Kish and The Canadian Living Test Kitchen Source: Ryan Brook


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