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Who needs takeout when you can make a tasty, flavourful chicken shawarma at home. You'll feel fulfilled, without leaving you with that heavy greasy feeling. Save money & reap the health benefits of home cooked meals, leaving excess sodium or saturated fat behind. 6... 6 six-inch whole wheat pita bread 2 lbs skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced 1 onion, diced 1-2 tsp canola oil 5 garlic cloves, crushed 3 tbsp lemon juice : 2 tsp paprika tsp salt 2 tsp cumin powder 2 tsp corriander powder 1 tsp sumac tsp turmeric tsp cinnamon powder tsp black pepper tsp red pepper flakes 1 cup plain yogurt (2% or less) 2-3 tbsp mayonnaise (olive oil based) 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 garlic clove, crushed : lettuce,tomato, pickles, etc of your choice. 1. In a large bowl, marinate sliced chicken with spices, crushed garlic and lemon juice for at least 30 minutes. 2. In a large skillet, heat oil and saute onions until softened. Add marinated chicken, and cook until tender (15-20 mins). Alternatively you can steam the marinated chicken in an #Instantpot with a rack and 1 cup of water, under high pressure for 10-12 minutes. Remove chicken, add oil, and then use the sauté mode to soften onions and cook chicken once again until tender (cooks the spices). 3. Meanwhile, mix garlic sauce ingredients together in a small bowl. 4. To assemble, take the inner layer of a pita, & tear it open along the edge (circumference) until you have a half opened pita (like an envelope flap). 5. Into the inner pocket of the pita, add lettuce, tomato (any toppings), followed by chicken, & garlic sauce. Tightly wrap the opened pita flap over the stuffing, then roll the pita & serve! ( ) : 306 / 23 / 36g 5 / 7 #foodie #healthyfood #nutrition #foodphotography #foodblogger #nutritionblogger #healthydinner #shawarma #middleeastern #middleeasternfood #protein #chickenshawarma #healthymeal #quickmeal #healthyrecipes #homemade #muslimwoman #muslimpreneur

- Lentils are underrated- they're surprisingly packed with nutrients that would be found in a whole meal rather than just one food. They're high in fibre, protein, complex carbohydrates (don't create spikes in our blood sugars), but also low in fat and calories. They even contain potassium (bones, nerves & muscle health), folate (blood health & brain development) , iron (helps to carry oxygen to our cells) and manganese (bone health & is an antioxi...dant). So many benefits! Try a #meatlessmonday today with my mom's recipe! 2-3 -1 tbsp canola oil 1 small onion, chopped 1 cup dried ( yellow split) moong dal/ lentils tsp cumin seeds 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste tsp turmeric tsp salt 2-3 green chilies, chopped or -1 tsp red chili powder 2-3 cups water Optional: Garnish with fresh coriander leaves, chopped This same recipe can be made using different lentils such as mash (skinless black lentils) or chana daal (split chickpeas). If using dried lentils, the more you soak them in advance the sooner they’ll be ready! 1. In a pan heat oil (on medium heat), and sauté onions until translucent. Add cumin, then ginger-garlic paste. Sauté for ~1 minute. 2. Add turmeric and green chilies (or chili powder). Mix, then add the lentils, and add salt. Stir well and cook for 1 minute. 3. Add water, and simmer covered for ~10 minutes, or until tender. Check in between the cooking time if the water has dried out- if so, then add more. 4. Serve with whole wheat flat bread or on its own! ( 3/4 ) : 115 / 5 / 16g 3 / 4 #foodie #food #nutrition #delicious #foodphotography #foodblogger #nutritionblogger #snack #plantbased #plantbasedprotein #vegan #daal #lentils #healthymeal #quickmeal #healthy #homemade #healthyrecipes #healthylifestyle #healthyfood #muslimwoman #muslimpreneur

Use food labels to - compare products - determine if a product has a little or a lot of a nutrient - check ingredients... Provides a lot of info: - Serving size - Calories - % DV (daily value) of a nutrient Compare serving sizes to what you would normally eat. If you would eat more, then the calories and nutrients will be more than what's listed. To see if something has a lot or a little of a nutrient, check %DV If DV 5% little If DV 15% a lot Nutrients to get more of: fibre, vitamin A, C, D, iron, & calcium Nutrients to get less of: saturated fat, trans fat, sodium, cholesterol& added sugars. Ingredients are listed by weight, from greatest to least. So if sugar is the first ingredient, that product is mostly made up of sugar. (Do you know what's the first ingredient of a lot of cake mixes? It's not flour.. it's sugar!). Look for whole & nutritious ingredients that you can recognize. Check for allergens or foods you can't tolerate. & Many products are marketed as healthy/natural, and also have nutrient content claims (ex. High in fibre). Whereas some products may not market health claims at all, even though they are able to. It's always best to check the Nutrition Facts table! It can be hard to navigate labels, but a Registered Dietitian can help! To inquire about a free 15 minute call or to book an appointment email [email protected] Let me know questions or if you would like to try comparing some examples! #foodlabels #marketing #foodmarketing #nutritionfacts #healthclaims #nutritionclaims #labelreading #calories #lifestyle #healthy #exercise #dietitian #healthychoices #muslimpreneur #muslimah #muslimblogger #muslimdietitian

It's the 10th of #Muharram in the Islamic Calender, and for those of us fasting, it's great to know what to have for suhoor to keep us sustained for longer. The Messenger of Allah () was asked about observing As-Saum (the fast) on the tenth day of Muharram, and he replied, "It is an expiation for the sins of the preceding year." (Muslim). Outside of Ramadan, fasting might feel harder for some. So have a balanced and nutritious suhoor to help you through the fast!... What do you like to have for suhoor? #ashura #fasting #muharram #sunnah #nutrition #muslim #muslimpreneur #muslimdietitian #muslimwoman #muslimahblogger #suhoor #suhoorideas #healthysuhoor #healthylifestyle #sehri @ Toronto, Ontario

& Ready in an hour & made with staple ingredients! There are bursts of flavors in each bite, from lemon zest to sweet carrots. - beta carotene (an antioxidant converted into vitamin A - healthy eyes and skin), folate, & fibre.... Chickpeas - folate, protein, & fibre. - Vitamin C , helps to absorb iron from chickpeas. 1- 1.5 lbs skinless chicken (bone in) 1/2 tsp paprika 1/4 tsp ground cumin 1/4 tsp ground ginger 1/4 tsp ground coriander 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon 3-4 garlic cloves, minced (~3 tsp) 1 tbsp canola oil Pinch salt and pepper 2 one inch strips of lemon zest 1 lemon, halved or sliced 1 small onion, finely sliced 3/4 cup low sodium chicken broth 1-2 tsp honey 1-2 cups chickpeas 2 medium carrots, cut crosswise (circles) 1 tbsp cilantro, chopped 1. In a small bowl, combine spices, one lemon zest strip (minced), and 1 tsp minced garlic. Set aside. 2. Season chicken with salt & pepper. In a pot, heat the canola oil and sear the chicken on each side for ~5-7 minutes, until browned. Transfer to a plate, & set aside. 3. In the same pot, sauté onions and the second strip of lemon zest until onions are softened (~5mins). Add garlic, and cook for 30 seconds. Add spices, and cook for 45 seconds (until fragrant, and add tbsp of water if it's too dry). 4. Stir in honey and chicken broth, while scraping the bottom brown bits. Add the seared chicken back and simmer on medium, 5-10 minutes. 5. Add carrots & chickpeas and cook for another 10 minutes covered or until chicken is tender. 6. Serve with lemon slices and garnish with fresh corriander or mint leaves. Nutrition facts and tips in comment below #foodie #food #nutrition #delicious #foodphotography #foodblogger #nutritionblogger #dinner #quickdinner #onepotmeal #chicken #healthy #homemade #healthyrecipes #moroccanfood #moroccanchicken #healthylifestyle #healthyfood #muslimwoman #muslimpreneur