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Keeping it fresh and local with wheat

Healthy Summertime Meals

Now is the time to incorporate fresh ingredients into your dishes! Whether it’s from your own garden or the farmer’s market, adding fresh foods to your diet is a great way to increase your micronutrient intake so you can feel your best.

Thanks to our friends at Revive Wellness for developing our nutritious August meal plan.

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Day 1

Morning Glory Muffins

Head to the farmer’s market to pick up carrots, apples and a variety of wheat products to include in these Morning Glory Muffins. They’re super hearty and nutritious—a great option for breakfast on the go.

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Day 2

Wheat Berry Salad

You can’t go wrong with a good, fresh salad in the summer. Add some fresh herbs and tomatoes with wheat berries, and you’ve got a high fibre salad to serve while you’re soaking up the sun.

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Day 3

Grilled Prosciutto, Corn and Arugula Pizza

If you haven’t tried pizza on the BBQ, now is your chance! Adding fresh corn and arugula to this pizza ups the flavour and nutrition content, while the homemade dough is the perfect base for all the delicious toppings.

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Day 4

Crab and Cauliflower Cakes

No need to be by the ocean to enjoy a tasty seafood dish. These Crab and Cauliflower Cakes are ideal for so many things—as a side or appetizer, main dish or add it on top of your favourite salad for some extra protein.

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Day 5

Raspberry Blackberry Clafoutis

Get out to the berry bush and collect some fresh berries to make this clafoutis! Berries are rich in antioxidants and delicious at this time of year.

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