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Alexandra Steel, RHNP
Registered Holistic Nutrition Practitioner, Certified Ayurvedic & Women's Health Coach, Certified Yoga Instructor, Girl Mom
Launched 9 months ago
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Super random, but this bean salad is my latest hyper-fixation recipe. 🫘 🥗
Not only is it a versatile, make-ahead side dish (perfect for meal prep!); it’s also a solid source of plant-based protein, gut-loving prebiotics and fibre, and polyphenols from good extra-virgin olive oil and herbs. 🌿
Served alongside some Italian turkey sausag…
This quick, easy and nutrient-dense weeknight dinner has been on HEAVY rotation in our house lately, especially since fresh local asparagus has been in season in Ontario.
#DidYouKnow: Asparagus is a natural source of inulin - a type of soluble fibre and prebiotic that helps feed beneficial gut bacteria. It’s also incredible for hormonal…
P.S.A.: DON’T throw out your beet greens!
Did you know?: The greens are richer in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants than the root itself. They are nutrient-dense powerhouses - packed full of Vitamins A, C & K, as well as calcium, iron and dietary fiber.
Our garden in the Spring 👩🏻🌾💚
In all seriousness, I told Nik: if nothing else, we have to plant herbs. All the herbs. An entire bed dedicated solely to herbs. Besides the fact that store-bought herbs are expensive and don’t keep well, fresh herbs are nothing short of magical…
Happy #MeatlessMonday 🐮✌🏻💚
We love some repurposed leftovers in this house:
🌻 prepped farmer’s market greens
🌻 beets & roasted honeynut squash
Your June Meal Plan is Here! 🌻
Foods I Meal Prep Every Week 🥙
A week of balanced & nourishing dinners from the kitchen of a Holistic Nutritionist 👩🏻🌾
In order of appearance:
- Sunday - Brown rice pasta (gluten-free) with basil pesto, roasted red peppers, chicken meatballs & feta; always plenty of greens on the side 🥬
- Meatless Monday - Tofu rice bowls with roasted veggies, kimchi & peanut sauce 🥜