Posts Tagged ‘vegan’
Healthy Baking Substitutes for Gluten, Sugar & Eggs
Sweet treats don’t always have to be filled with refined sugar and flour; keep reading to discover my top three healthy baking substitutes. I’ll show you how to substitute refined flour for gluten free grains, swap refined sugar for a zero calorie healthy sweetener and bake delicious sweets without eggs.
Read MoreBelmonte Raw Restaurant Review
I had the pleasure of trying a tasting menu at Belmonte Raw located in Toronto. Belmonte Raw makes delicious gluten free, plant based meals using fair trade, local and organic produce that is sourced directly from the farmers.
Read MoreBreakfast Quinoa
Quinoa for breakfast?!?! Why not! If you add the right ingredients quinoa is a great alternative to your morning oats. Breakfast Quinoa is a wonderful vegan and gluten free breakfast that will keep you feeling full for hours. Quinoa, seeds and nuts are packed with protein which will keep you going until lunch time with no snacks…
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 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 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 MoreDate Bliss Balls
Looking for a nutritious dessert or a power snack? Well look no further! These Date Bliss Balls are naturally sweetened and full of delicious and nutritious seeds and nuts. Date Bliss Balls are packed with protein and fiber to give you energy to keep going. Perfect for a mid-afternoon pick me up, a before the gym snack…
Read MoreEggplant Hummus Medallions
Like eggplant parmesan? Forget boring cheese and tomato sauce, these vegan Eggplant Hummus Medallions are a winning alternative. The tender eggplant medallions are topped with sauteed red pepper, spinach, hummus and a sprinkle of toasted breadcrumbs. You can even make Eggplant Hummus Medallions gluten free by using gluten free breadcrumbs. When I was travelling through Israel I…
Read MoreChocolate Avocado Pudding
Chocolate avocado pudding is a thick and creamy dessert that tastes indulgent, but it is actually healthy. It taste just like instant chocolate pudding in a good way – you would never guess the main ingredient is avocado! In addition to being a rich pudding, it can also be enjoyed as a delicious fruit or berry…
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