Recipe Testing: CDA Calendar 2014

The following recipes are some I tested for CanolaInfo.org for their partnership with the Canadian Diabetes Association on the 2014 Healthy Living Calendar.  The recipes are all diabetic friendly and heart healthy too.  They were originally developed by dietitian Julie DesGroseilliers, Dt.P.  My favourites were the Grilled Corn and Tomato Salad (add some sliced avocado to make it extra yummy), Blueberry Bannock, Pork Fajitas and the Bunless Burger with sauteed veggies and balsamic reduction.  The Pineapple Salsa on the Mahi Mahi is really good too. Click on the recipe link below for the full recipe. Enjoy!

	Asian Shrimp Soup: This earthy Asian soup is perfect to warm you up on a cold day and canola oil’s light taste won’t interfere with the soup’s layered flavours.
	Pork Fajitas with Mango: This zesty yogurt sauce and mango add a new twist to fajitas!
	Tofu Stir-Fry: Marinating the tofu adds flavour to this tasty vegetarian dish! Canola oil’s high smoke point makes it perfect for high-heat stir-fries.
	Wild Rice and Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash: The sweetness of the apple here compliments the delicate flavours of squash, celery and thyme.
	Blueberry Bannock: A whole-wheat, baked version of a traditional Aboriginal recipe. Canola oil helps produce a light and tender crumb.
	Baked Apple and Banana Oatmeal: Upgrade your oatmeal with this baked version – made especially heart-healthy with the use of canola oil, which is rich in omega-3 fat and a good source of vitamin E.
	Bunless Bison Burger with Sauteed Vegetables and Balsamic Reduction: Upgrade this bun-less burger with a balsamic reduction and sautéed vegetables, made with canola oil to help keep saturated fat in check.
	Chana Masala: A spicy vegetarian dish made healthier with the use of canola oil, which has the least saturated fat of all common cooking oils.
	Crisp Salad with Chayote and Orange: Chayote fruit are grown in warmer climates such as Mexico. They are mild in flavour with a crisp texture. Canola oil lets the vinaigrette’s lively taste come to the forefront.
	Easy Chicken Biryani: A quick, easy and healthy version of this traditional East Indian dish! Canola oil’s neutral taste allows the spices to shine through.
	Grilled Corn and Tomato Salad: This is a light and summery dish that shows off corn and tomatoes at their best. Canola helps keep saturated fat to a minimum.
	Mahi-Mahi with Pineapple Salsa: This mahi-mahi tastes like summer with the combination of mint and pineapple. Canola oil’s light taste helps those fresh flavours stay bright.