This week, we’re highlighting pistachios—those bright green nuts many of us grew up cracking open one by one at Christmas gatherings. They feel simple, but research shows they’re anything but.
Studies have found that pistachios can support heart health by improving cholesterol levels, lowering LDL (“bad” cholesterol), and providing antioxidants that help protect blood vessels. Other research shows they can also support weight maintenance, thanks to their mix of protein, fibre, and healthy fats that help you stay fuller for longer.
In this meal plan, pistachios bring their gentle crunch and buttery flavour to the table, adding both nourishment and a little bit of nostalgia to your dinners.
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If you have an hour or two on the weekend to take some time to prep parts of your meals, then you can get dinner on the table so much faster during the week! Here are some meal prep ideas:
1. Chop your veggies
Chop your veggies and then place each meal’s worth of veggies in a ziploc bag.
Creamy Roasted Tomato Farfalle: Dice the onion.
Halloumi Wraps with Romesco Sauce: Slice the radishes.
One Pan Creamy Chicken and Mushrooms: Slice the mushrooms.
Pistachio Salmon Cakes with Apricot Rice: If you are serving this with a side salad, cut the veggies for that salad.
2. Prepare your sauces
Halloumi Wraps with Romesco Sauce: Make the Romesco sauce.
Pistachio Salmon Cakes with Apricot Rice: Make the dressing for the side salad (Savoury Turmeric Salad Dressing).
Happy meal prepping!
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Pair these with some sauteed green beans or a side salad and you’ve got a complete meal! I would love to suggest this Savoury Turmeric Salad Dressing (ingredients for this dressing are not included in the shopping list).
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