35 balanced recipes for fall

How to eat balanced in autumn?

Seasonal fruits and vegetables on the menu

Between the falling temperatures and the return of winter ailments, our body needs a balanced diet more than ever. To fill its intake, we favor varied dishes, rich in nutrients. Precisely, nature being well done, most seasonal products contain all the vitamins and minerals you need. In the fall, we therefore regularly include squash, mushrooms, cabbage, apples, pears and grapes on the menu.

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Of course, it’s not just fruits and vegetables that matter. Your diet should also provide you with protein, fibre, essential fatty acids and carbohydrates. Ideally, think that a balanced plate consists of half vegetables, a quarter of starches and a quarter of proteins. You will find these in meat, but also in eggs and legumes (tofu, chickpeas, lentils, dried beans, etc.). Dairy products also contain it, but in lesser proportions.
What about starches? Sometimes praised for the energy they provide, sometimes criticized for their carbohydrate content, it is tempting to want to remove them from our plate. However, this would be a mistake, because well chosen, they contain a significant amount of fiber and amino acids. Our advice: opt for whole, unrefined cereals instead. These are the ones that provide the most nutrients and energy to the body.

Heading for spices

Curry, cumin, coriander, pepper… We don’t hesitate to use and abuse them to revive our recipes. In autumn, we particularly focus on the warm flavors of cinnamon, star anise or anise which slip into dishes as much as desserts. And icing on the cake, spices have many anti-inflammatory, digestive, antibacterial properties… A real boon for our body.

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We rely on gluttony

Eating a balanced diet is important. But having fun is too. We therefore try to reconcile the two by bringing indulgence to our menus. How do we do? By simply opting for light recipes, low in sugar and fat, but appetizing. We think for example of vegetable cakes or squash gnocchi. Apparently, these are healthier versions of traditional recipes, but provide the same pleasure. Otherwise, as with spices, we think of using ingredients that will add something extra to our recipes. Cheeses, seeds, nuts, chocolate… Here’s something to enjoy, from appetizer to dessert.

Right away: discover our selection of gourmet and balanced fall recipes.