This recipe for Quinoa Stuffed Maple Sweet Potato is great for using your leftovers. Leave it vegetarian or add in some cooked chicken, like leftover rotisserie, to add protein and substance to this tasty meal. Using the coconut bacon gives it some fun flavour! Gluten free. Stuffing a baked sweet potato with quinoa is something…
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Spicy Roasted Chickpeas – Vegan & Gluten Free
I love snacks with crunch factor! This Spicy Roasted Chickpeas recipe has that in spades. A gluten free and vegan treat that will satisfy that snack attack. Snack time! I thought it would be apropos to post a few tasty snack items that also happen to of the healthier variety. First up is this crunchy,…
Trail Mix Salad – Vegan & Gluten Free
Trail Mix Salad. Why not spin the popular snack into a full on meal? This Trail Mix Salad is vegan and gluten free and packed with all the things you love about trail mix (minus the chocolate chips of course). Dried fruit and nuts are mixed with whole grains and a lovely, fresh dressing. This…
How To: Cook Brown Rice – The Easiest Method Ever!
How to Cook Brown Rice FAST and Easy! Are you frustrated with a pot full of mushy or under cooked and crunchy brown rice? I am sharing with you my tips on How to Cook Brown Rice quickly and easily. Brown rice is a healthy option and cooking up a batch on the stove for…
Mexican Cauliflower “Rice” – Vegan, Gluten Free, Paleo
Mexican Cauliflower Rice. This recipe is a flavourful side dish that is friendly to vegan, gluten free and paleo diets alike. Win win win!! MEXICAN CAULIFLOWER RICE After the success of my first attempt at making rice out of cauliflower, I knew more variations of the dish would be in our future. Welcome, Mexican Cauliflower…
Strawberry Chia Seed Jam – Vegan & Gluten Free
Strawberry Chia Seed Jam. Who knew that homemade jam could be such a breeze to make! Skip all the white sugar and canning headaches and whip yourself up a batch of this delicious, vegan and gluten free jam. If you have yet to attempt to make chia seed jam – please wait no longer….
Instant Pot Quinoa – Gluten Free
Instant Pot Quinoa is an easy, hands off way to prep this versatile, nutritious side dish. Quinoa is so customisable, making it ready to add to your next meal. One of the things I use my pressure cooker for most is prepping. I love having cooked side dishes already on hand and this Instant Pot…
Crispy Sweet Potato Home Fries – Gluten Free & Vegan
These Crispy Sweet Potato Home Fries are a tasty side dish, if they make it to the plate that is! I’ve been known to sneak a few pieces before dinner. They are that good! Vegan and Gluten Free recipe. Truth: My kitchen started smelling good about five minutes after these sweet potato ‘home fries’ went…
One Pot Mexican Brown Rice & Beans – Gluten Free
One pot is all you need for this delicious, fiber filled side dish. One Pot Mexican Brown Rice and Beans pairs up well with whatever protein you choose. Gluten Free! It seems that fun and interesting side dishes are few and far between. I know a lot of women (men too!) struggle to put something…
Coconut ‘Bacon’ – Vegan & Gluten Free
If you are eating meatless and have been missing bacon, I have the solution for you: Coconut Bacon! It is an easy vegan and gluten free recipe and you will love the sweet, smoky flavour. OK people, let’s talk bacon. I’ve heard that for vegetarians and vegans one of the hardest things to give…
Classic Hummus
Always a hit, this Classic Hummus will become a staple in your kitchen. Perfect for dipping or using as a spread for pitas or sandwiches. Gluten Free & Vegan! Veggies are just veggies unless you have something tasty to dip them in. Skip the chemical laden, fat-filled dips and whip yourself up some protein packed…
Cilantro Lime Brown Rice Recipe
A great side dish or filling for a burrito bowl, this Cilantro Lime Brown Rice recipe is a tasty addition your meal. Gluten Free, Vegan and full of that fresh cilantro flavour. CILANTRO BROWN RICE Hey hey, people! Today I have something wonderful to share with you all. Since moving to Vancouver, as I admitted…
Easy Lemon & Garlic Dressing
This Easy Lemon & Garlic Dressing is sugar free making it Whole 30 friendly and a great salad dressing you can make in under five minutes! Since there are no rays of sunshine streaming through my curtains, I’ve decided to take matters into my own hands. I’m going to create a little light with this…
Spelt Flour Flatbread
This Spelt Flour Flatbread recipe is surprisingly easy and so satisfying to make! Instead of the stale wraps that come enveloped in plastic on the store shelves, try your hand at these healthy, fresh and pillowy homemade flatbreads. It’s DIY time! 🙂 This edition felt ambitious as I’ve never really considered myself a ‘bread maker’…