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…
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Dry Roasted Almonds – Vegan + Gluten Free
This Dry Roasted Almonds recipe is a simple, whole foods snack with some crunch. They are easy, healthy and delicious. Heat up that oven and roast yourself up a batch today! Do you battle with snack attacks? Snacking is my weakness. If I don’t have something prepared it’s too easy just to grab something that maybe isn’t…
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…
Healthy Shamrock Shake – Vegan & Gluten Free
If you want to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, I recommend this Healthy Shamrock Shake that I found at the end of a vegan and gluten free rainbow. 🙂 Thick and creamy, just like the original, but packed with fruit and veggies! OK, I have to be honest. I’ve never actually had a Shamrock Shake. It’s…
Maple Pecan Energy Balls
These Maple Pecan Energy Balls are a sweet snack with that undeniably delicious combo of chocolate and pecans. Vegan and gluten free recipe! I picked up these leaves from a drippy little puddle when we walked home from grocery shopping last week. That’s been an adventure, by the way. Grocery shopping. Back in Burlington,…
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…
Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix – Vegan & Gluten Free
All it takes is four ingredients and whisk to make your own Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix. It is TOO easy. Did I mention one of those ingredients is coffee? This warm drink can be a wonderful morning pick me up! Vegan and Gluten Free. HOMEMADE HOT CHOCOLATE MIX It’s redundant to say that the cold…
Double Chocolate Hazelnut Torte – Vegan, Gluten Free, Paleo
This Double Chocolate Hazelnut Torte is a total winner in the taste department. It is also Vegan, gluten free AND paleo friendly so ALL diets can enjoy this one. This one’s for the chocoholics and I know you’re out there. 🙂 With a name like Double Chocolate Hazelnut Torte there’s no doubt this recipe delivers on…
Lentil Marinara with Spaghetti Squash
Look forward to meatless Monday with this delicious Lentil Marinara with Spaghetti Squash. I love pairing this meal with a little freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a side green salad. The first time I made a lentil stew my impression was that lentils were kinda beefy. It was unexpected. Lentils did not taste anything like…
Detox Green Smoothie – Vegan, Gluten Free, Banana Free
Drinking a smoothie a day keeps the doctor away! This Detox Green Smoothie is a fresh, banana free option that is bursting with vitamins and minerals. Whenever the New Year hits, I am always looking to reset and refocus. A great way to do this is to really clean up the eats and fill my…
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…
Toasted Cashew Coconut Bars – Vegan, Gluten Free, Grain Free
These Toasted Cashew Coconut Bars are sweetened with dates and are free of any processed sugar, but trust me you won’t miss any of that toothsome taste. Friendly for vegan, gluten free and paleo diets! Toasted Cashew Coconut Bars Whole 30, Day 16. I’m in the home stretch and, like always, I need treats to fuel…
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…
Sugar Free + Grain Free Granola
This Sugar Free + Grain Free Granola is a totally satisfying, crunchy snack. Naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and packed with a cornucopia of nuts and seeds. Gluten Free! By the end of day three of my detox, I was really bored with snacking on almonds. There needed to be an alternative and did I…