Author: Janice Smith, B.Sc. Kinesiology

Janice Smith is the creator and food blogger behind Salads for Lunch, a healthy recipe website dedicated to easy, delicious salads, soups, and wholesome family meals. With a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology and a certificate in Athletic Therapy, Janice combines her passion for nutrition, fitness, and simple home cooking to inspire readers to live healthier lives. She began blogging after transforming her own lifestyle through healthy eating and exercise, and now shares approachable recipes that make it easy for busy families to enjoy fresh, seasonal ingredients. When she's not developing recipes, Janice enjoys running, staying active, and spending time with her three daughters. Through Salads for Lunch, she encourages readers to embrace healthy living one meal at a time.

  • Meal Prep Keto Egg Bake Breakfast Casserole

    Meal Prep Keto Sausage, Egg, and Spinach Breakfast Casserole is the perfect quick and easy make-ahead, meal prep dish with cheese, sauteed onions, and peppers. This dish is keto friendly and perfect for keto diets. Serve this dish for your holiday breakfasts and brunch!

  • Roasted Cranberry and Goat Cheese Bruschetta

    This Roasted Cranberry and Goat Cheese Bruschetta is holiday ready goodness in under 30 minutes. Now if only I could be dressed and ready for every holiday party and look that pretty in under 30 minutes.

  • How to Make Peppermint Bark in the Microwave

    This microwave three ingredient white chocolate Peppermint Bark is so easy to make it’s barely a recipe. It’s a MUST for Christmas!

  • Easy Cheesy Tuna Casserole

    Easy Cheesy Tuna Casserole is a creamy and delicious meal that is quick and simple to make. Made with shell pasta, white tuna, and lots of shredded cheese, the taste is going to be amazing!

  • Beefy Bean Soup Mix Jar Gift: A Healthy Jar Gift for Teachers

    Beefy Bean Soup Mix in a Jar ~ Nothing says “Mmm Good” like homemade soup! These make a fabulous and healthy gift to give to teachers for Christmas!

  • Easy Christmas Mason Jar Gift – Peppermint Hot Chocolate

    Looking for a great easy Christmas mason jar gift idea? How about this Peppermint Hot Chocolate Mix in a Jar! This easy and yummy DIY gift is perfect for friends, teachers coaches and more, trust me – we made this for 22 teachers this year! It was so easy to make and we even included some free printable labels to decorate your jar.

  • Easy Instant Pot Butter Chicken

    This tried-and-tested restaurant-style easy Instant Pot Butter Chicken recipe is easy to prepare yet yields authentic, deep flavour and tender chicken!

  • Copycat Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits

    These copycat homemade garlic cheddar biscuits take less than 30 minutes and taste even better than the ones from Red Lobster! I just know that you’re going to LOVE these Copycat Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits!

  • Halloween Mummy Hot Dog Recipe

    Every Halloween Party needs a silly Mummy – this Mummy Hot Dog Recipe is a fun kitchen food craft for the kids and will be a party favourite. Serve mummy dogs with spooky spider web sauce for the ultimate Halloween experience!

  • Millet Broccoli Cheese Casserole

    This Millet Broccoli Cheese Casserole is gonna rock your world! It’s super easy for a quick weeknight dinner or healthy lunch with only a few ingredients plus spices!

  • Walnut Quinoa Vegan Stuffed Peppers

    This Easy Vegan Stuffed Peppers Recipe combines three nutritional superfoods: Bell Peppers, Quinoa and Walnuts. Stuffed peppers work great as a stand-alone lunch dish or as a side dish. The combination of textures – juicy pepper, soft quinoa, crunchy walnuts and gooey melted vegan cheese really make for an enjoyable eating experience.

  • Garlic Parmesan Cauliflower Rice

    Garlic Parmesan Cauliflower Rice goes with almost everything from steak to chicken, to lean turkey meatballs. It’s super flavourful with lots of butter, garlic, parmesan, fresh parsley and salt and black pepper.

  • Blueberry Banana Overnight Oats

    Blueberry Banana Overnight Oats – simplify your breakfast with this easy overnight oats recipe in a jar recipe.

  • Simple One Pot Jambalaya with No Shrimp

    Spicy, smokey, and full of flavour this one pot jambalaya is so easy to make, even on a busy weeknight!

  • How to Make Baked Kale Chips

    Crispy baked kale chips are a great alternative to store-bought chips but with a fraction of the fat and calories and none of the preservatives and artificial flavours. Making kale chips in the oven is an easy way to enjoy a healthy plant-based snack that’s full of nutrition.

  • Low Carb Keto Turkey Meatballs

    Take it back to basics with these keto turkey meatballs. They’re the perfect addition to your meal whether you’re making them for yourself or hosting a party. These are far healthier than the pre-cooked frozen meatballs that can be bought at the store and it’s a bonus that these are also cheaper to make at home!

  • Strawberry Almond Salad with Honey Vinaigrette Salad Dressing

    Honey Vinaigrette Salad Dressing. An easy formula for this salad dressing that you can customize to your taste buds. Tangy, sweet, and delicious!

  • A Review of Occidental Caribe Resort in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

    This is perfect for busy families and travelers who want to truly relax and tune out during their glorious Caribbean vacation. The all-inclusive, family-friendly Occidental Caribe Punta Cana is part of the well-known Barcelo Hotel Group brand. This property is a medium sized resort in Punta Cana, with nearly 800 rooms. If you love music and world-class hospitality, you may never want to leave the property. With every drink, meal and activity included, you won’t have to.

  • Spicy Lime Black Bean Quinoa Salad

    This Spicy Lime Black Bean Quinoa Salad features a simple combination of fresh vegetables, black beans, and quinoa in a zesty lime dressing that makes this the perfect weekday meal!