Posts Tagged ‘nut free’
Zucchini Pasta
Summer Cilantro Zucchini Pasta is a light, fresh and deliciously vegan. Zucchini pasta is a refreshing gluten free alternative to regular pasta and the tangy avocado sauce is creamy without any dairy. The Spicy Lime Pumpkin Seeds add a protein crunch with a nice kick. This is the perfect paleo meal to enjoy on a…
Read MoreCrispy Chickpea Kale Salad
Crispy Chickpea Kale Salad is fresh, crunchy, delicious and seriously addictive. It is one of my favourite creations because it is a great way to turn kale skeptics into kale lovers. The textures in this kale salad are awesome – from the creamy salad dressing and avocado to the crispy crunchy chickpeas and seeds. Health…
Read MoreCarrot Cake Cupcakes
Everyone loves carrot cake but it is so much more fun in cupcake form! These Carrot Cake Cupcakes have the traditional carrot cake flavors; the grated carrots add fiber and make the cupcakes super moist. The coconut cream cheese icing is dairy free, but you would never know! The sprinkles on my Carrot Cake Cupcakes don’t…
Read MoreAsian Quinoa Salad
This tangy Asian Quinoa Salad is fresh, delicious and can be thrown together in minutes. The Asian inspired dressing can be made with organic soya sauce, or you can use Tamari to make this a yummy gluten free salad. I love to bring Asian Quinoa Salad to potlucks because you can whip it up in under…
Read MoreCherry Macaroons
Cherry Macaroons are the perfect valentines day treat. As I kid I always loved Valentine’s Day. A couple days before Valentine’s Day, my family would decorate a Valentine’s Day box with pretty red and pink hearts and, when no one was looking, we would slip little love notes to each other into the box. My mom…
Read MoreBrown Rice Congee with Chicken
Brown Rice Congee with Chicken is a comforting rice porridge that is perfect for the cold winter months. Since the rice in the congee breaks down in the pot for hours it is really easy to digest, therefore, it is a wonderful meal to give to someone with digestive upset. I like to top my…
Read MoreHomemade Chicken Broth and Soup Recipe
I don’t really have a set in stone recipe for homemade chicken broth so I’m just going to give you a couple tips on how to make broth before I give you my recipe for Get Better Soon Chicken Noodle Soup. Whenever I cook a chicken or turkey, I either make broth right away or…
Read MoreHumble Apple Pie Crumble
Apple Pie Crumble is loaded with juicy apples and pears and topped with a delicious crumble topping. The spelt crust is rustic and flaky and the apples and pears are the perfect fall combination. Spelt is wonderful flour because it adds a delicious nutty flavour to the crust and it is a great source of…
Read MoreRoasted Butternut Squash Soup
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup is thick, creamy and bursting with fall flavors. It’s a comforting vegan and gluten free soup that will warm you up on a chilly day. Butternut squash is a wonderful ingredient because it is high in beta-carotene (Vitamin A), antioxidants and fiber. For more information on the health benefits of butternut…
Read MoreRoasted Chicken and Veggies
Roasted Chicken and Veggies is a great way to wow your guests at a dinner party. All of the prep and clean up can be done before the guests arrive and your home will smell amazing. Cooking a whole roasted chicken couldn’t be easier, the prep takes just 20 minutes and the oven does the…
Read MoreTango Mango Salsa
Whether I’m lounging on my patio, hosting an BBQ or trying to beat the winter blues, this Tango Mango Salsa recipe is a sure favourite. Bring yourself back in touch with the simple infusion of fresh flavours through this “tango” of mangoes and veggies. It’ll start your party dancing! Mango Salsa is super easy to make,…
Read MoreWatermelon Gazpacho
Watermelon Gazpacho is a delicious, refreshing appetizer or a light dinner – perfect for those sizzling summer nights. I try to use my oven as little as possible during Toronto’s stifling summers, it reduces my carbon footprint and my utility bill. This has led me to experiment with lots of fresh meals like this watermelon…
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