5 Essential Ingredients for a Healthy Salad

Sarah Cimperman, ND  As seasons change and the weather lightens up, so does my cooking. Slow-cooked roasted and braised dishes make way for steamed, sautéed, and raw ones while hearty soups are replaced by colorful salads. Salads can be starters, side dishes, main courses, or even a separate course at the end of meals to […]

Vegan “Killer” Caesar with Crunchy Chickpea Croutons

Dr. Michelle Cali, ND Growing up, one sure way to get me to eat salad was if it was Caesar! It seems to be a favourite among non-salad eaters because of its creamy dressing, salty cheese topped with bacon and croutons. Who can tell there is lettuce under there? It is also known from a […]

Crunchy Kale Quinoa Salad – A Perfect Summer Meal

Dr. Michelle Cali, ND Being a vegan, plant-based foods are my life. But you don’t have to fully commit to eliminating animal products to enjoy an amazingly healthy and delicious plant-based meal. In fact, I recommend my patients enjoy vegan or vegetarian days 2-3 times a week to balance out the body’s acidity and reduce […]