Julie Zimmer

Cake, Chocolate Treats, Desserts and Snacks

Chocolate Zucchini Cake

Not too sweet, yet deeply chocolatey, this chocolate zucchini cake is moist, light and decadent. And, what a great way to get your greens! I added three cups of grated zucchini in this cake. But seriously, zucchini in chocolate cake? Absolutely! Zucchini is what makes this cake moist and rich. This fall, if you have lots […]

Main Dishes, Pasta Dishes

Vegan Alfredo cream sauce

My fitness trainer loves pasta dishes and she asked me to make an Alfredo cream sauce that is vegan and loaded with flavour. Well, here it is. This sauce is nutritiously vegan, light and creamy, and packed with flavour. It’s also easy to make. The only equipment you need is a blender and an oven. […]

Salads, Veggie and Fruit Platters, Vinaigrettes

Mexican summer platter

With the heat this summer, Geneva feels like Mexico! So I decided to seek inspiration from the land of the Aztecs, the Maya and many others. This platter with quinoa, black rice, black beans and grilled vegetables is more than just a salad; it’s a complete meal rich in fibre, protein, minerals and vitamins. I made this for […]

Appetizers, Dips and spreads

It’s not guacamole, it’s not hummus, it’s both!

Incredibly fresh, cool and green, this guacamole-hummus dip is perfect on a hot summer’s day. Made with cucumber, avocados and chickpeas, it’s refreshing and nutritious, and can be served as a starter or a side dish. Enjoy! Guacamole, cucumber hummus Ingredients 1 jar (350 grams) of chickpeas, drained & rinsed (makes 220 grams drained chickpeas) […]

Chocolate Treats, Desserts and Snacks, Energy Balls

Energy protein balls

As a mid-day snack or to boost your energy before going to the gym, these little protein balls are packed with high protein and heart-healthy fat and fibre. If you’re busy and on the go, popping one or two balls will keep you going until your next meal. There are so many ways to make protein balls, […]

Lentils, Main Dishes, Quinoa, Salads, Vinaigrettes

Lentil, edamame and quinoa salad

According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, plant-based diets promote health in all stages of human life. Research shows that vegans, vegetarians and people who consume low amounts of lean meat have a lower risk of heart disease, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, stroke, obesity and cancer. Excluding or reducing meat from your diet is not only good for […]