lunch Tag

Posted at 11 May, 2022 in Endometriosis, Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, Quinoa recipes, Vegan, Vegan meals, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

   What is Tabbouleh?   Originally from Lebanon and Syria, Tabbouleh is one of the most popular salads in the Middle East. Thinking of the original recipe, I can describe Tabbouleh as a super fresh and nutritious salad made with bulgur and whose main ingredient is parsley. Cucumber and tomato slices are part of the tabbouleh salad with simple olive oil and lemon dressing. Tabbouleh is my favorite salad in the summer because it is easy to prepare, inexpensive, refreshing, light, and contains many nutrients. I always make sure to grow...

Posted at 17 April, 2022 in Endometriosis, Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, My Journey, Quinoa recipes, Vegan, Vegan meals, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

  These vegan broccoli quinoa patties are great for anyone committed to a healthy lifestyle. Although I am not vegan, I love them - easy to prepare, delicious, and nutritious - and they go amazingly well with a good soy sauce or garlicky yogurt and a generous salad on the side. Since I started my healthy journey, reducing the amount of meat in my diet has been my top priority. As a result, I play with my favorite healthy ingredients to create delicious vegan meals. I do not particularly...

Posted at 12 January, 2022 in Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, My Journey, Vegan meals, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

  Hummus is very popular and can be made with canned or dried chickpeas. I think almost everyone knows how to prepare hummus in their kitchen. Since I am a big proponent of the Mediterranean diet, I tried to give the classic hummus recipe a Mediterranean twist by using dried and fresh herbs and olives.   I firmly believe that the Mediterranean diet is the best diet for anyone who wants to lose weight, stay healthy, and grow old healthily. Moreover, this diet is a healthy way of eating...

Posted at 10 January, 2022 in Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, Vegan meals, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

      When we were kids, our grandmothers or mothers taught us that vegetables were good for us. Whether it was broccoli, spinach, or cauliflower, we learned that our bodies needed them to be healthy. I remember my mother and grandmother cooking everything from scratch, and the taste was fantastic. And I still do today, despite my busy lifestyle. We live in a very different world. Supermarket shelves are full of more convenient, ready-to-eat foods, but are they what our bodies need? I, for one, like to know what's in my...

Posted at 27 November, 2021 in Endometriosis, Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, Vegan meals, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

  At this time of year, cauliflower is a star in the market. Since our health can benefit from seasonal vegetables, I decided to add this nutritious beauty to my shopping list. The cold weather calls for a comforting soup, so I came up with this roasted cauliflower and pea soup recipe. Aside from pickled cauliflower, I can not say I like this vegetable. Cauliflower health benefits. I cook cauliflower for its health benefits, as it is an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. It contains almost all...

Posted at 15 November, 2021 in Gluten-free, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, My Journey, Weight loss ideas by

  As I told you in the Nutritious Chicken Soup post, I always prefer to buy a whole organic chicken. I am very picky because high-quality meat without antibiotics and growth hormones is essential to my health in chicken. I can cook at least three meals from a whole chicken, enough for two people for an entire week: nutritious chicken soup, chicken mushroom patties, and delicious breaded breast. Part of my philosophy when cooking is to add other healing ingredients to the dish. That's what I did...

Posted at 8 November, 2021 in Gluten-free, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, Vegan meals, Weight loss ideas by

    This Mediterranean Quinoa Salad I created is my favorite on a busy day and is almost a meal in itself. This recipe is bursting with freshness, flavor, and color and reminds us that food is not only healthy but should be enjoyed. Mediterranean Quinoa Salad and Health Benefits This nutritious Mediterranean Quinoa Salad is rich in essential nutrients and low in calories, thanks to quinoa, vegetables, and parsley. Feel free to dress up this version of quinoa salad with other healthy ingredients to suit your taste. Shredded red...

Posted at 1 November, 2021 in Endometriosis, Gluten-free, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, My Journey, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

  I always opt for organic, even if I am on a budget for chicken. The money I pay for a whole chicken returns because I make the most of it. I can cook at least two healthy meals for an entire week if I buy a whole chicken. Why choose organic chicken? I have often wondered if expensive is always better!!! Well, when it comes to chicken, it is. Organic chicken is better for our health: Because it's not infected with salmonella. It does not get growth hormones...

Posted at 29 September, 2021 in Gluten-free, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, My Journey, Weight loss ideas by

  This weekend I had a get-together with friends. We always have an excellent barbecue, no matter what the weather. Our stars on the grill were colorful, delicious vegetable skewers and fish. We enjoyed our time together and spiced up our gathering with some charming Greek music. After this delicious feast, all that was left was a large grilled fish. The portion was enough for two people. I always use leftovers to make a nutritious lunch or dinner. Using leftovers is a great way to save money and...

Posted at 27 September, 2021 in Gluten-free, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, Weight loss ideas by

    For some people, September means back to school and work. For those who want to maintain a healthy lifestyle, packing a healthy lunch can be quite a challenge because we need variety and nutrient-dense meals. When it comes to packed lunches, I make sure they are affordable, nutritious, weight preserving, and easy to prepare. These days, more and more people are allergic to gluten. My brother did not have this gluten allergy until three years ago. When I created this mushroom cake, I thought of him and...