So perhaps you’ve been eating a lot of sugar and crap lately? Feeling a little drawn to green vegetables? I know that after a few days of vacation or a weekend of eating out I always want the greens! This Cleansing Green Vegetable Soup is here for you in those times of need, my friends. … [Read more…]
Is there anything better than apples and cinnamon combined for the ultimate delicious smelling comfort food? I mean c’mon, apple pie; it’s a staple for a reason folks. And if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Maybe just improve the health aspect of it?! That’s where these Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats come in. Super easy (hello, make … [Read more…]
It’s been awhile since I’ve made a new granola bar recipe, mostly because I always make my Peanut Butter Protein Bars cuz they’re just so tasty! But these Chewy Honey Nut Granola Bars are just as good, if not better, and just as customizable. I simplified the ingredient list a bit and you can use whatever … [Read more…]
Ya know when New Year’s comes along, and you’ve got all these intentions to eat healthy in January? And then…you realize it’s still really cold and salad just doesn’t taste all that great and what you really want is anything hot? And then February comes and you’re like..OK, time to get serious again, but… same … [Read more…]
It’s about that time for another granola recipe!! And I’m kinda kicking myself for not making this sooner, as in, for Christmas, because it’s got those quintessential Christmas flavours of orange, cinnamon and cranberries. Yes, yes and yum. But since winter pretty much goes on forever when you live in Calgary and I’ve been craving … [Read more…]
display= This Dark Chocolate Cherry Protein Shake has over 20 grams of protein, naturally, without any added protein powder! Just the good plant-based stuff from whole, healthy, natural foods. What is not to love?! It’s also so filling you will not be snacking between breakfast and lunch, I promise! Does anyone else sorta despise protein … [Read more…]
A couple facts for ya’ll on life lately: It’s been a hella cold winter here in Calgary, like frigid. It’s also that time of year when everyone’s trying to eat more salads and whatnot. It’s too cold for salad. Truth. This warm Roasted Vegetable Quinoa Salad is getting me through… no joke. It’s toasty, herby, warm, … [Read more…]
Superfood Bites. Yep, it’s the new year, and it’s time to kick things up a bit and become a superhero, food wise. I’ll admit, being pregnant over the holidays this year, I allowed myself to….well lets just say, indulge, in holiday treats and chocolates a little more than I would normally have. I told myself … [Read more…]
Don’t you just loveeee winter?! Just kidding, it can be pretty terrible. Once the holidays have passed, the decorations have come down and the novelty of snow has gone away, it’s pretty dreary. Moving to Calgary, everyone told me I had to learn to ski to get through the winter. And guess what, I tried. I attempted … [Read more…]
Is there really room for another dip for dip season? Of course there is! One can never have too many dips at a party. Especially when you mix it up with a creamy hot spinach, artichoke and white bean dip. And extra especially (that’s a phrase, no?) when it’s actually super healthy! The creaminess of … [Read more…]
