(Nederlandse versie onderaan) By Zahra | Leeks are low in sodium and saturated fat or cholesterol. They are a good source of iron, fiber, folate, magnesium, and vitamins A, C, and K. Leeks are a personal favorite of mine. I like to add them to many various dishes, like this simple leek and potato soup,…Continue reading Leek and potato soup
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Spicy corn and bell pepper soup
(Nederlandse versie onderaan) By Zahra | Bell peppers are fruits high in vitamin C and antioxidants while low in calories. Corn is also high in vitamin C and contains very little fat. It is a great source of fiber, magnesium, B vitamins and carotenoids. When you marry the two flavors together, you get this delicious…Continue reading Spicy corn and bell pepper soup
Creamy zucchini soup
(Nederlandse versie onderaan) By Zahra | Botanically speaking–like tomatoes–zucchini is considered a fruit, but it’s often prepared like a vegetable. Zucchini is very nutrient dense, it is high in water, fiber, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory phytonutrients. It also contains a significant amount of vitamins and minerals and has no fat. A lot of the benefits of…Continue reading Creamy zucchini soup
Ramadan | 5 simple ideas on what to eat for Iftar
(Nederlandse versie onderaan) By Zahra | During the fasting month of Ramadan, Muslims are allowed to eat from dusk till dawn. The meal consumed before fasting, typically just before dawn, is called Suhoor. The meal that serves to break the fast, which is after sunset, is called Iftar. As Muslims only have a few hours…Continue reading Ramadan | 5 simple ideas on what to eat for Iftar