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High School Display Setup
Dairy Farmers of Canada Poster
March is Nutrition Month
Cooking Little Fun
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Tip #6
More Info
Simply Cook
March Is
& Enjoy!
Nutrition Month
Cooking What’s in it for you?
You CAN make delicious and healthy meals the way you LIKE them!
Use the tips below to start cooking!
Tip #1Make your favourite meals the healthy way!•Add your favourite veggies, lean meats and whole grains to your favourite meals!
•Try making these tasty meals a little more nutritious: Fajitas – Add lots of peppers and onions.
Tacos – Top with lettuce, tomatoes, avocado and black beans.
Homemade Pizzas – Add grilled chicken and spinach.
Tip #2Pump up your nutrients with these
great breakfast ideas!•Blend a handful of spinach or kale in a fruit smoothie.
•Chop apples, pears or peaches onto oatmeal.
•Sprinkle berries onto breakfast cereal or yogurt.
Tip #3
• Try out these great ideas in a whole grain bun, wrap or pita! Fresh roasted turkey breast, avocado, tomato and
romaine lettuce.Cheddar cheese, thinly sliced pear and spicy red pepper jelly. Fresh roast beef, roasted red peppers and red onion.Hummus with thinly sliced cucumber, shredded carrot and spinach.
Want to keep it easy? Simple Supper = Simple Sandwiches
Who doesn’t want to have a little fun?
The kitchen is a great place to start! Enjoy cooking by getting creative with
snacks, throwing a cooking party or making breakfast for supper!
Use the tips below to inspire your inner chef!
Tip #4 Running out of healthy, easy snack ideas? Next time your hunger calls, try one of these simple snacks:
•Fresh fruit kabobs with low fat cheese cubes.
•Frozen banana pops made by dipping a banana in yogurt, rolling it in cereal and freezing it.
•Homemade trail mix made from low sugar cereal, nuts and dried fruit.
•Raw vegetables with hummus dip.
Tip #5
• Have everyone bring an ingredient.
• Each person can have a kitchen task.
• Have a theme, make a comfort food, or try a new food from around the world.
• When it’s all done, relax and enjoy the meal together.
Enjoy cooking a meal with friends and make a party out of it!
Tip #6
Try these simple breakfast recipes for a healthy supper:
Greek omelette filled with diced tomatoes, red onion, olives and a little feta cheese.
Scrambled egg or soft tofu, sautéed red pepper slices, avocado and salsa wrapped up in a warm tortilla for a tasty burrito.
French toast topped with a spoonful of ricotta cheese and sautéed apple slices.
Eating alone? Make breakfast for supper!
Are you looking for more information?
• www.dietitians.ca• www.nutritionmonth.ca • www.eatipster.com• www.eatwise.ca • www.cookspiration.com• www.eatrightontario.ca • Audrey Boyer, RD [email protected] or 425-8578
Take a look at these resources for more healthy eating and cooking ideas: