Light Meals

CANutrition Tip: Salmon is a cold-water fish that is rich in omega 3 fatty acids, known to help relieve inflammatory conditions. There is also evidence that including regular fish meals can help reduce risk of breast, prostate and bowel cancer risks. Try to buy wild salmon if available.

Ingredients

600g salmon fillet (no bones)
1/4 cup of soy sauce (light)
1 tbsp sesame oil
1/4  cup of Chinese rice wine (shaoshing)
1 tbsp grated ginger
250g of dried noodles
1 corn on the cob
1 red capsicum
2 cucumbers
1 carrot, grated
1/2 bunch of spring onions, sliced on an angle
bunch of

CANutrition Tip: Salmon is a cold-water fish that is rich in omega 3 fatty acids, known to help relieve inflammatory conditions. There is also evidence that including regular fish meals can help reduce risk of breast, prostate and bowel cancer risks. Try to buy wild salmon if available.

Ingredients

300g dried pasta
200g snow peas, trimmed, halved lengthways
2 tbsp of capers
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
400g smoked salmon
2 tsp grated lemon rind
100ml light or low-fat cream
100g of light cream cheese
2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp lemon juice
Lemon zest, to

CANutrition Tip: San chou bau is a delicious and easy meal to eat. This version is loaded up with the umami flavours known to help lift dull tastes buds, tempt small appetites and it is a good option if you are trying to contain your weight. 

Ingredients

1 tbsp peanut oil
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tsp ginger, finely grated
500g lean pork mince
1 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp oyster sauce
3 shallots, thinly sliced
1 long red chilli, seeds removed, chopped finely
1/2 lime, juiced
1 tsp sesame oil
1 cup beansprouts, trimmed
12 large lettuce leaves
1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves
3/4

Prep: 40mins (+ 1-2 hours cooling time)
Bake: 1 hour

A hearty sandwich filled with a selection of lean protein options, some healthy fats and greens is a great lift into the later half of the day

A hearty sandwich filled with a selection of lean protein options, some healthy fats and greens is a great lift into the later half of the day