Healthy Food Diaries By Kate
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Today I am sharing with you a recipe for a super delicious salad that you can have either for lunch or dinner. Trust me, these veggies covered with this creamy and healthy yogurt dressing is something that you are going to talk about for days!
Are you ready to learn how to prepare your new favorite summer bowl? Adding a nutritious breakfast to my day has been a real game changer for me. Oatmeal is one of my favorite foods to eat for breakfast, and not just because it tastes great but also because oats are a good source of …
Ahhhh, the delicious Spanakopita. It is actually a spinach pie and it is one of the most popular savory Greek meals. It also happens to be one of my favorite weekend breakfasts! It is made of perfectly crispy layers of phyllo dough and a comforting filling of spinach and feta cheese. You can make it …
Start your morning routine with a fresh and delicious power bowl!
Wonder how to make couscous? It’s not just for salads! You can use couscous just like a tiny pasta in any pasta dish you want to make…For example in this absolutely delicious healthy and easy couscous recipe with garlic, vegetables, basil, and mozzarella cheese.
Never enough of these delicious oatmeal breakfasts and the creativity they allow us to express!
Start your day with a super easy, healthy, and delicious meal. The crust is both soft and crunchy at the same time, and the filling is simply out of this world! Give it a try!
This is something I intend to make for such a long time and finally I decided to make it a few days ago. The taste? Oh my. It tastes so fresh that it reminds me of summer! 🙂 It is a vibrantly-colored, deeply-flavored Sicilian condiment with almonds, garlic, herbs, and olive oil. It can be …
Healthy Banana Nut Overnight Oats is a delicious way to get your day started! Prepare this breakfast in just a few minutes the night before, pop it in the refrigerator, and you will have something sweet waiting for you in the morning. Enjoy!
Ginisang munggo is a Filipino spicy mung bean soup. It is made with mung beans, garlic, tomatoes, and spices and it is incredibly healthy and tasty. Since I didn’t have Asian mung beans, I made it with red lentils and as a person who is not-a-huge-lentils-fan, I can say that this is the best thing …
Are you ready for your new weekend breakfast or brunch? I present you Akoori – Indian scrambled eggs that are slightly spicy and full-flavor packed. Fill your home with the smell of an incredibly tasty dish!
I know how healthy brussels sprouts are, so I decided it to buy some (as we do with many other healthy ingredients), and afterwards come with an idea on how to cook it in a way of creating a healthy, yet delicious meal. This is one of my experimental recipes that turn out to be …
Okay, I can say now that there is no better way to start your day than having French toast for breakfast! Super easy to make and insanely delicious!
Not a single one unhealthy cake or cookie can bring me cravings once I can make myself this kind of a healthy dessert. Can you believe that all of the ingredients are good for your nutritional? Check them out and see it for yourself!
Spiced buttery leeks alongside with some eggs… You are not gonna believe the incredible taste of this dish. Why is it healthy? Say no more. Leeks are a good source of vitamins A, C and K (important for helping your blood to clot). They also contain minerals such as iron (which is important for red …
My Christmas wishes for you: a heart filled with warmth, a house filled with the dazzling smell of apple and cinnamon, and many healthy treats tasting as good this pie with caramel frosting ♥️ The holidays may begin! May you all be healthy and joyful every day!
I present you the latest product of my creativity, a simple and yummy dessert that can be done in a matter of minutes. You only need a few simple ingredients and a food processor. Enjoy your healthy snack!
I had other recipes waiting to be shared with you before this one, but I simply couldn’t wait for its turn. This sandwich is one of the best breakfast meals that I have ever prepared in my life! I personally adore caramelized onion, but its combination with the other ingredients was something that I cannot …
You already know my recipe for Potatoes Wedges, so here is another one, slightly different but yet delicious and crunchy. Everyone out there that didn’t know how to become a carrot fan? You will love these! Make a healthy garlic-greek yogurt or honey-mustard dip and enjoy your next healthy movie night!
Today I am sharing with you one extra delicious and nutritious dessert, that you can eat absolutely guilt-free! It is made of millet, and this is everything that you need to know about that magnificent ingredient. Millet is one of the oldest, but also the healthiest cereals. Today, this gluten-free cereal is used to prepare …
I present you my latest cookie experiment, which I loved sooooo much! Don’t hesitate to spend 15 minutes in your kitchen to make these incredible easy, tasty and healthy drops of heaven. They are completely flourless and sugarless, and still taste like the best chocolate dessert that you’ve ever tried! Dive in, beautiful people!
Come on people! Get inspired to spice up your own breakfast and become proud of what amazing things can you make with your own bare hands and a tiny twist of imagination. This healthy muesli contains no sugar, is made from completely nutritious ingredients and can be stored for up to a month in a …
This recipe is so easy and healthy that you’re simply gonna love it! love mashed potatoes, but not everyone does so I decided to offer you an alternative. This is an awesome alternative, and even people who hate vegetables are gonna love it SO MUCH! Enjoy!
Well, I used to be a firm anti-lentils girl, but knowing its rich nutritional values, I decided to put some efforts and make a few experiments to get to a lentils meal that I will like. And it was all worth it! I don’t just like it, I LOVE IT! You should give it a …
I never would have imagined that this amazing-looking dessert can be healthy. And yet, IT IS! We can convert everything into healthy food, just stay here with me and don’t be afraid to step in into your miracle kitchen!
Have you ever tried wholemeal bagels with eggs? It is a common breakfast in Ohrid, a lake side city in North Macedonia. It is served in many restaurants there, and it goes perfectly with ajvar (paprika paste) and traditional Ohrid garlic paste. You can use store bought wholemeal bagels or make them according to my …
This recipe is very easy to make and involve only a handful of simple ingredients. It’s hands down my favorite way to make zucchini! And it is also dairy-free, and toddler friendly! I don’t really need to tell you how healthy are veggies for your diet, and this way you get them in a very …
I present to you a delicious wholemeal pie that is incredibly healthy and easy to prepare. Enjoy the flavors!
For today we have a delicious and light cake, with an incredibly juicy texture and aroma that you will recall for days. And imagine, you need no flour! Completely healthy and recommended for all lovers of sweet delights, and I believe that here we have plenty of them. 🙂 Mmm just imagine this cake in …
I present you something very tasty! Mexican breakfast with salsa (or tomato paste combined with chili spice), cheese and eggs. Best of all, you can season it to your liking. It is made inside of an wholemeal tortilla that becomes delicious and crunchy, and you just break it piece by piece and dip it in …
You can make this vegan dessert and eat it for breakfast or dessert. It is very tasty and refreshing and believe that all ages will adore it! Prepare it and leave it in the fridge for at least 1 hour for the best taste. Fin the recipe for the healthy jam used as an ingredient …
Make it right away and then try and experiment with other fruits to see how good jams will turn out, with 0% sugar, rich in nutritional values and delicious! You can try them in combination with some nut butter or peanut butter… Or in overnight oatmeal and muffins. Too good! there is an endless list …
This is my recipe of a perfectly delicious and 100% healthy Lemon Vegan Tart. You just have to make it before this summer ends. No need to say more.
If you are looking for a light and vegetarian lasagna, this is the right recipe for you. As you can assume, the actual lasagna is being replaced with eggplants and there are other delicious ingredients, too. Take a look.
Today I present to you the beginning of a series with various oat breakfasts prepared from the previous day or evening. Due to the fast pace of life, we usually do not have time to have breakfast, so my co-workers and I decided to prepare such breakfast for the next working day for every weekday. …
Kanelbullar or cinnamon buns are a classic at Swedish coffee parties (fika time – time for friends and colleagues to share a cup of coffee and cookie). During the golden age of home baking, such parties turned into mini-factories of sweet yeast breads, small cookies, cookies with fillings, pastries and cakes. This tradition lives on …
I present you my smoothie for DAY 3 of Bet You’re Hungry Smoothie Challenge! I will call it Choco Smoothie because of the brown color, and the incredible chocolate taste. I used the following ingredients: chard, blueberries, banana, peach, flax seed, almond milk, vanila extract and cocoa powder. Enjoy!
I present you my smoothie for DAY 1 of Bet You’re Hungry Smoothie Challenge! I will call it pink smoothie because of the beautiful bright pink color, and I love it because of the sweet taste and the creamy structure. It contains all the vitamins that I need to take in for one healthy breakfast. …
Learn how to make almond milk at home! Homemade almond milk is healthier than many store-bought options (no gums, chemicals or nasty ingredients) and all you need are almonds, water, some natural sweetener (if you like it a bit sweet), and a blender. That’s it!
How would you feel if I give you a sweet pancakes recipe that is both healthy and delicious? Both you and your children gonna love them! I am offering two versions (both work very well), you can do whatever option you like depending on the supplies that you have at home. And the topping ideas? …
The little things make life beautiful. I do not know how often you make small and sweet gestures for your loved ones, but that habit is something that makes life unique and unique. Just choose a day, any day, even the most ordinary one. Make a loving breakfast for your partner, parent, brother, sister, child, …
This is one of my last creations for sweet and healthy pleasure. Easy to make, quick, and without baking! Inspired by Bounty chocolate, I wanted to make a healthy version of it, but in the meantime to add some freshness with raspberries. This is the result! Such an extraordinary taste! Store in an ordinary refrigerator. …
Make the best out of the current peach season and prepare this simple and quick dessert recipe. Let’s get creative and refresh our loved ones with a delicious surprise 🙂
Make this creamy mushroom pasta dish on days when you need a big bowl of comfort. Cream, parmesan, white wine, and some other magic components. Simply delicious!
This is one of my favorite summer smoothie bowls, made super creamy with fresh peaches and other healthy ingredients. And it is always a great option while reading a good book. Take a look.
This unique combo can be used both as salad, and as a dessert – but above all, it is perfect for this summer. Sweet ripe watermelon salad combined with cheese and fresh mint is simply dressed with olive oil and lime juice. It’s a sweet-and-salty combination that looks just beautiful on the table. Take a …
Shakshouka is an easy, healthy breakfast (or any time of day) recipe in Israel and other parts of the Middle East and North Africa. It’s a simple combination of simmering tomatoes, onions, garlic, spices and gently poached eggs. It’s nourishing, filling and one recipe I guarantee you’ll make time and again. Beside in the city …
Beer contains folic acid and is not harmful if drunk in moderation – on the contrary, the body benefits from this type of acid. In this case, I decided to consume it through food because in that way it does not cause bloating, and not everyone is a fan of the direct taste of beer. …
“Jufki” is the name of the traditional Macedonian pasta, which many people still make at home with their bare hands. Although they can be bought ready-made at a store, the traditional pasta taste is still irreplaceable. You do not need to work hard for this dish, they are done in several minutes. I prepare them …
Macedonia is simply a treasure trove of aromas and flavors for gourmets and lovers of home-made, extraordinary food. This delicious meal has been on my family’s menu many times during my childhood, and as such I still love making it! This meal combined with salad made of fresh tomatoes and spring onions? Perfect breakfast!
Today I have for you a guilt-free cheesecake treat made with no flour or sugar AT ALL! Low in calories, big in flavor & absolutely delicious! A amazing mix made of few different nuts, dates, Greek yogurt (Olympus Greek yogurt in my case), and my previously posted easy & healthy jam as the final topping. …
This flexible, small batch recipe doesn’t use tons of sugar as is used in traditional jams and it is very easy and quick to make. The flavor may be varied according to preference and what’s on hand. Blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries are my usual picks for this type of jam, but you can add other …
I really like wholemeal bagels, they are ideal for breakfast and you can use them as a take away food, whenever you want to. Today, I have prepared a delicious combination of these bagels, which is made with pesto sauce and mini Caprese salad. Believe me, it is a very tasty combination! You can buy …
Creamy, healthy, refreshing and incredibly tasty salad. If I have to choose out of the many ways to make potatoes, this is one of my favorite. This salad can represent a tasty side dish to any main meal or itself can represent a main dish used for lunch or dinner salad. It is totally up …
This kind of flatbreads are lightyears digestively easier than flatbreads made with yeast and flour. They taste awesome, only have two main ingredients and flour is none of them. You can make four medium sized flatbreads, or one larger (depending on the pan that you will use). I choose to make several smaller flatbreads because …
Enjoy these addictive oven-baked sweet potato fries as a snack with your favorite dipping sauce or as an addition to any main dish. And once you know how to make them, you will never have an excuse to not cook sweet potatoes again. Those kids who won’t eat their veggies? Trust me, they’ll eat so …
A beautiful, healthy and tasty Macedonian pan dish that is full with nutritional values. You can also combine spinach with chard or nettles (beside the rice). This pan is made of spinach and rice and it is very easy to made. Try it and share with me how much you love it!
Pesto is easy to make from scratch with just a handful of ingredients. Its fresh flavor is the highlight of this super-fast pasta dish, packed with freshly grated parmesan and maybe some white wine. Mmmm, perfect for this summer. Pesto sauce is always matched with twisted pasta, so make sure you buy some curly wholemeal pasta it …
No matter how you slice it, this healthy Blueberry Tart is the perfect summer dessert! Feel free to read further and learn how to make this heavenly snack in your own home.
Instead of cupcakes, why not rice cakes? The combinations that you can do with those rice cakes are endless. You can use it for breakfast, both sweet or savory, or as a dessert. This one particularly is wonderful for kids. It’s not only sweet and tasty, but it is also good for their health. They …
This brunch dish has easy ingredients and an impressive look all rolled into one! I love hosting brunch, and this special omelet roll has become one of my very favorite options for that occasion. It is a perfect way to make an easy and fast breakfast for the whole family without having to stay for hours …
It is finally here! My first recipe for totally Healthy Ice Cream, first of the many that will follow because there is a long beautiful summer in front of us! Enjoy!
This refreshing cold Spanish Gazpacho soup is incredibly easy to make (15 minutes) and perfect served fresh on a hot summer’s day. Read the recipe here. It is a natural source of vitamins (A, C, and E), carbohydrates, phosphorus, iron, calcium, and magnesium. And let’s not forget that it is immensely tasty and refreshing! It is …
Let me turn breakfast into your favorite meal, as it should be for a healthy life! The much-loved comfort food and hugely versatile eggs always make a great breakfast. I will provide you with lots of tasty egg recipes with step by step process and simple ingredients, so your breakfast will never be the same …
Have you ever imagined having the opportunity to eat Doritos chips, GUILT-FREE, whenever you want? I did 2 experiments before getting to this perfect Doritos recipe, but finally, here it is! Healthy, crunchy and tasty! Original Doritos are very high in fat and sodium (in 12 pieces of chips there are 8 grams of fat, …
Russian Cheese Pancakes called syrniki have become my latest favorite breakfast, snack, or even dessert. This is the first time I’ve made these and from now on, I am in love with the result. The yummiest pancakes I’ve ever had! I started to dream about the next ones right after I had the first bite when …
Smooth and silky, rich, and satisfying, this creamy soup recipe is liquid joy in a bowl. We will make lots of cream soups here, so you will have plenty of options for a light and nutritious dinner. Take a look!
Have you had lunch already? Well, now is the time for a quick and phenomenal sweet experience with wonderful taste and appearance. Get ready, with me you will always have quick and delicious desserts that will honor yourself, your family, and even the unexpected guests at the door 🙂 All rights reserved, I present you …
I present to you another way to prepare delicious potatoes, and that is one well-known Macedonian dry potato recipe. This is just one part of my intention to convince you to give up the habit of consuming french fries, so get ready, I will share with you many more ways to prepare healthy potatoes. My …
The Israeli sambusak (sambusaq) is the Israel’s answer to the calzone or empanada. It is a pastry that you can make it by baking or frying and it has a triangle or half-moon shape. The recipe belongs to the Jewish cuisine, and various recipes have been brought to Israel by Jewish migrants from the Middle …
If you love having eggs for breakfast every morning, shake up your breakfast routine with these mini frittatas. This is more like a 4 in 1 recipe: 4 types of Breakfast Egg Muffins to please everyone! They can be cooked ahead of time and refrigerated for when you need them to grab and go. So, …
I present you another of my delicious inventions! In this case, a healthy Jaffa Cake with orange-flavored jelly and chocolate topping. It is quite easy to make, very light in calories and filled with nutritious ingredients. Who would have said that such a delight could be good for your health?
Maybe you are already familiar with the famous Italian pasta sauce – Cacio E Pepe. If you are not, literally, cacio e pepe means “cheese and pepper” in Italian. And there you are, quite close to this sauce’s ingredients. It is usually made with lots of parmesan and black pepper but I am bringing to …
We can all agree that both adults and kids, we all LOVE crackers! Luckily for all of us, I present to you my most recent eureka: the healthiest crackers ever! They are extremely delicious, crunchy, and easy to prepare. Take a look and book a date with your oven tonight! Bake some love for your …
I love my omelette in the morning! It gives me just the right amount of energy until I get to lunchtime. Also, it is the recommended breakfast if you have a day full of physical activities in front of you. Check out this delicious omelette and the refreshing salad that goes with it.
Homemade healthy muffins are so much better than anything at your corner cafe. From classics and simple muffins to more elaborate ones like these filled with jam – ones, there are tons to choose from. Check them out and then treat your beloved ones with these beauties 🙂
Like other legumes, the lentil (lens culinaris) contains a lot of protein and is a very nutritious food. In addition, it has a strong power of lowering blood cholesterol levels and helping the maintenance of blood sugar levels. One of the healthiest Macedonian dishes is the famous lentil stew that you simply have to try.
Easy to make and extremely delicious dessert recipe that should be on your to-do list. And let’s keep in mind that it is good for your health. Share your thought if you like it!
I present to you the reason why I haven’t eaten french fries for years. It’s because of my discovery, a way to cook potatoes in a much healthier way. On top of that, they are a million times crunchier and tastier! And inside as soft as bread. Try them and find out that your new …
Oatmeal bars are a healthy and delicious option for busy mornings. Plus, the beta glucan fiber in oats can help fill you up and may even reduce high cholesterol levels. This home-made delicious snack bars are the perfect option to start your work day with!
Oats are among the healthiest grains on earth. Studies show that oats and oatmeal have many health benefits. These include weight loss, lower blood sugar levels, and a reduced risk of heart disease. Would you still skip breakfast when this is on the menu?
Unlike wheat or rice, quinoa is a complete protein. It contains all eight of the essential amino acids. It has recognition by the United Nations as a supercrop for its health benefits. Quinoa is full of dietary fiber, phosphorus, magnesium, and iron. It is also gluten-free and easy to digest. The facts suggest it is …
Chia is an edible seed that comes from the desert plant Salvia hispanica, grown in Mexico. It originates back from the Mayan and Aztec cultures. “Chia” means strength, and since then these tiny black seeds are great energy boosters. That makes sense, as chia seeds are filled with healthy omega-3 fatty acids, carbohydrates, protein, fiber, antioxidants, …
Imagine, pie, just taken out of the oven, crunchy, delicious, and with an irresistible smell! Also, prepared healthy, without white flour, salt, nor yeast. Let’s bring some yogurt and tomatoes on the table, so the day can start perfectly.
Are you ready for a quick and light version of your favorite lasagna? Check out the recipe below!
Couscous is a type of pasta, originating from Morocco. These tiny balls of semolina flour are a traditional dish in North African and Mediterranean cuisine. They have a yellowish color and it serves as an ingredient in many dishes and salads. Couscous is a great substitute for rice. However, a cup of couscous has about …
Sweet potatoes are nutritious, high in fiber, very filling, and delicious. They can be eaten boiled, baked, steamed, or fried. For example, the following recipe will give you an excellent source of beta carotene, vitamin C, and potassium. You will also receive a decent source of many other vitamins and minerals. So, what are we …
The best thing about pasta is that it is both very versatile and very delicious. Stay tuned for hundreds of ways to prepare pasta at home. For example, check out this vegan pasta option, and share your thoughts about it.
Who says that wholemeal bread has to be dense, dry, and tasteless? This 100% wholemeal recipe features the delightfully nutty taste of wheat in a fine-grained, moist, faintly sweet loaf.
Side dish or star attraction, no menu is complete without a salad. From modern ingredients to diverse cuisines, the recipes that I will present to you will show you what I love best about salad. And more importantly, why should you love them too. And how to prepare that new love of yours.
I am presenting you breakfast so delicious that you can hardly wait to wake up in the morning! It can be consumed as a dessert too, but I suggest adjusting instructions for 1/2 serving for that purpose. So what are we waiting for?
Isn’t it great when the salad we eat is so juicy because of the delicious dressing that it is topped with? Wouldn’t it be awesome to coat crispy breakfast buns with a great spread? Imagine having the perfect sauce for any kind of meat, vegetables, or pasta, right there in our fridge. And whenever you …
Eggs are a great choice for breakfast. They are a rich source of protein, which includes 9 essential amino acids. You should also know that egg white does not contain cholesterol, and egg yolk is a source of vitamins A, D, and E. I prefer to combine them in many different variants which I will …
