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I am Dr. Bijal Dave – Obesity Medicine, Metabolic Specialist, Family Physician and Passionate Chef! I am a medically certified doctor with a passion for healthy eating. I have created this website to bring healthy and tasty vegetarian recipes from all over the world to your home. I have 3 office locations in New Jersey. If you would like help losing weight, please contact one of my offices and schedule a comprehensive medical weight loss evaluation.
Asian Spice Tofu with Veggies
A wonderful option for lunch or dinner that’s bursting with flavor! Get tons of fiber and protein from the whole grain, yet gluten free quinoa. Vitamin C from the red...
Large Green Salad with Veggie Burger
These patties make a great summertime lunch that’s easy to bring to a bbq or to have on hand frozen whenever you need a healthy and filling lunch. Top them...
Tofu Tikka with Tomato Soup and Kale
A great lunch or dinner that has a wide range of flavors. The chickpeas are rich in protein, soluble and insoluble fiber which helps keep...
Large Mixed Greens Salad
A super healthy, nutrition charged salad that helps to aid digestion. Packed with antioxidants and Vitamin C. You’ll want to have this one on hand all summer long.
Mexican Spiced Black Beans Over a Bed of Greens
A simple and flavorful dish that can be eaten alone, in a taco, in a salad, or in a grain bowl!
Ground Chicken and Sweet Potatoes
A veggie and protein packed dish that can be used for a wide range of meals! Put grounds in a baked potato, over tacos, a...
Grilled Chicken Tikka
Enjoy this versatile grilled chicken over salads, grain bowls, in wraps or tacos!
Mexican Spiced Turkey Tacos
It’s Taco Tuesday everyday! Enjoy these healthy, gluten free, and protein packed tacos with ground turkey or if plant based, Beyond Meat has a wonderful ground beef alternative.
Cobb Salad
A versatile, delicious, and protein packed salad for lunch or dinner! If vegetarian or vegan you can substitute the turkey bacon and eggs for chickpeas...
Cajun Spiced Ground Turkey Chili
A comfort dish that will keep you full for hours. It’s chocked full of veggies and spices with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Enjoy with ground turkey or if plant based,...
Grilled Fish Over Baby Kale and Quinoa
A wonderful summer meal that lean, green, and full of omega-3’s! Substitute your salmon for tilapia or mackerel and your quinoa for any other whole grain such as millet, brown...
Mexican Spiced Grilled Chicken
A spice filled, low carb meal that’s perfect for summer grilling nights.
Rotisserie Chicken Breast Sandwich
A quick and easy lunch option to have as a use for your rotisserie chicken!
Almond Flour Pancakes
A Sunday morning treat that’s healthy and gluten-free! Top with seasonal berries or bananas.
Coconut Milk Quinoa
A sweet take on quinoa! Enjoy this nourishing dish that has endless possibilities for toppings and superfoods.
Steel Cut Oatmeal
A simple breakfast treat that’s filling, nutrient packed, and full of fiber, omega 3’s, and antioxidants. This is a great breakfast option because you can add so many different toppings...
Flatbread
Homemade bread is always the best! Enjoy with an endless amount of healthy savory toppings.
Plant Powered Smoothie
Enjoy this delicious and nutrient packed smoothie filled with omega-3’s, antioxidants, and inflammatory properties.
Quinoa, Sweet Potato, and Peppers
This versatile recipe is full of fiber and superfoods. It can be eaten at any meal. For breakfast, feel free to add a fried or poached egg on top. You...
What Dr. Dave's Clients are Saying
I am a very satisfied patient and really appreciate her knowledge and support helping me lose over 20 pounds. I have been to 2 of her offices and the staff at both are very friendly. So happy she's my doctor now!
~ Nancy D | healthgrades.com
We are so pleased to have Dr. Dave as our primary physician. She is so thoughtful, competent, & caring. With her encouragement I have lost 30 lbs. so far & my husband has controlled his sugar & lost 20 lbs.
~ Joan | healthgrades.com
I have lost close to 40 lbs since the beginning of this year and off my insulin completely. I still remember the first day when she told me that she wants to take me off insulin. I didnt beleive her, now I DO !! Love this doctor.
~ John | healthgrades.com
Start Your Weight Loss Journey with Dr. Dave Today!
I am Dr. Bijal Dave – Metabolic Specialist, Family Physician and Passionate Chef! I can help you lose weight safely and effectively. Give one of my office locations a call to schedule a comprehensive medical weight loss evaluation. I look forward to meeting you soon.
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