Main Dishes, Stir-Fries, Tofu, Veggie and Fruit Platters

Crispy tasty tofu

If you are vegetarian, vegan or just want to cut down on your meat intake, tofu can be part of your healthy diet. Tofu is made from fermented soya beans. It is rich in protein, iron, fiber and calcium. In addition, it contains all essential amino acids and other important minerals and vitamins. Tofu also […]

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Main Dishes, Pasta Dishes, Salads, Vinaigrettes

Farfalle heatwave salad

The heatwave is back! Today, the weather peaked to 38°C in Geneva and we are taking it slow, drinking plenty of fluids, and eating light and refreshing foods. The farfalle pasta salad featured above will be our supper tonight. It’s a great dish to serve when it’s this hot. I thought of sharing it with […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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