Posts Tagged ‘dairy free’
Let Them Beet Cake
I know you have heard of carrot cake, but have you ever tried beet cake? The beets add pretty flecks of pink and earthy sweetness to the cake. The batter for this cake is a stunning pink which, unfortunately, fades when it is baked. I like to top this cake with a pretty pink glaze…
Read MorePickled Beet and Quinoa Salad
Pickled beet and quinoa salad is a beautiful and filling salad. The pickled beets are my favourite part because they add an earthy sweet and sour flavour. The caramelized onions add a delicious sweetness. They take some time but they are totally worth it. I added quinoa, walnuts and sesame seeds to this salad for…
Read MoreHealthy Candy Cane Hot Chocolate Recipe
Nothing is better than Healthy Candy Cane Hot Chocolate over the holidays. It is the best way to warm up after building a snowman or going tobogganing. If you don’t like the Candy Can flavour you can leave it out and enjoy a Healthy Hot Dark Chocolate. I consider this recipe to be healthy because…
Read MoreGingerbread Orange Hot Toddy Cocktail
Gingerbread Orange Hot Toddy is a festive twist on this classic cocktail. It is perfect for the holidays and winter months because it will warm you up from the inside out. It gets a tangy sweetness from orange juice and classic gingerbread flavours from blackstrap molasses, ginger and cinnamon. The whisky is totally optional!
Read MoreOrange-Scented Gingerbread Squares
Skip gingerbread men this holiday season and try my Orange-Scented Gingerbread Squares. The orange zest elevates this dairy-free dessert making it special and setting it apart from other Gingerbread recipes you have tried. These are squares sweetened with blackstrap molasses and spiced with warming ginger and blood sugar balancing cinnamon. They are awesome topped with…
Read MoreCardamom Pear Oatmeal
Cardamom Pear Oatmeal is filled with delicious spices to warm you up like a great big hug on a chilly morning. The combination of pear and cardamom makes this oatmeal irresistible. This recipe serves one so you can easily double, triple or even quadruple if you are serving more people.
Read MoreCoconut Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
Coconut Pumpkin Pie Smoothie is rich, smooth and tastes just like pumpkin pie. This smoothie is much easier and faster to make than pumpkin pie, but it still has sweet warming flavours. It is high in protein and fibre so it doesn’t come with a sugar crash. Who doesn’t want to have pumpkin pie for…
Read MoreTuna Salad Collard Wraps
Tuna Salad Collard Wraps are a healthy alternative to one of my favourite sandwiches. I used to eat a lot of tuna salad sandwiches as a kid because they were so easy to make. They consisted of tuna and pickles with mayo between two slices of bread. I really wanted to create a healthier version…
Read MoreSunflower Zucchini Pesto Pasta
Toasted Sunflower Zucchini Pesto Pasta is a perfect side dish for the summer. You can easily make it the main event by adding BBQ chicken or crispy chickpeas. I like using toasted sunflower seeds in my pesto in place of pinenuts because they are much more cost-effective and have a rich nutty flavour when toasted.…
Read MoreSuper Simple Paleo Tuna Salad
If you are looking for a yummy and nutritious salad that you can make in 15 minutes, then my Super Simple Paleo Tuna Salad is for you! It is high in healthy fats and protein to keep you feeling satisfied from lunch until dinner. It is great for picnics and travels well if you store…
Read MoreStrawberry Arugula Salad with Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette
Strawberry Arugula Salad with Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette is the perfect way to celebrate strawberries with a savoury dish. We so often use them in desserts, it is fun to mix it up! The strawberries complement the peppery arugula and toasted pecans so well and the basil adds a fresh twist. This summer salad is filling…
Read MoreProtein Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie
Protein Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie is the perfect way to enjoy dessert for breakfast. Peanut Butter Cups are probably my favourite candy, so I turned them into a smoothie! This filling smoothie has two secret ingredients: spinach to add energizing iron and white beans for fiber and protein. Though they may seem odd to add…
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