Toasted Chocolate Hazelnut Granola, made with real cacao bits and balancing flavors such as hazelnuts and oats, coated with a generous layer of maple! Have you ever toasted oats and nuts? Ohh, let me tell you -you are in for a treat! The truth about GRANOLA As far as I am concerned buying store boughtRead More »
5 Ways to Transition into Spring Feeling Healthy Happy & Vibrant
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #TeaProudly #CollectiveBias Springtime is for fresh beginnings and joyful activities but the transitioning can sometimes be challenging to our body. So here are five simple ways to transition into spring feeling healthy, happy and vibrant! While Spring is officiallyRead More »
French Lentil & Chickpea Soup (Vegan, Gluten-free)
This French Lentil and Chickpea Soup is a deliciously warming healthy and wholesome soup, perfect for those cold winter nights. Packed with amazing flavor and very nutritious, this soup is also vegan and gluten-free The winter season calls for the type of dishes that can provide our body with warmth and fulfilling satisfaction, all while supporting andRead More »
Vanilla Elderberry Almond Milk
Homemade Vanilla Almond Milk with a hint of elderberry maple. This recipe is a must try! Perfect paired with your morning cereal, oatmeal, for all baking needs or to make your favorite beverages. I am no stranger to making Almond Milk. Wanna know why? Because once you make Almond Milk for the first time, youRead More »
Spicy Roasted Chickpeas
Spicy Roasted Chickpeas (Gluten-free, Vegan); take your snacking game to the next level with this spicy roasted chickpeas or add to your favorite salads, soups, wraps or food bowls. Are you looking for options to spice up your snacking game without losing track of your health and diet goals? Before you start whipping up all kindsRead More »
Quinoa Fried Rice (Gluten-free, Soy-free)
Quinoa Fried Rice (gluten-free, soy-free); a delicious and healthier alternative to the classic fried rice dish. So another year is coming to an end, and while this is the perfect time to reflect on all the things that happened during the year, it is also the time to open the heart to welcome a brandRead More »
Year in Review + Top Recipes + Kitchen Must Haves!
What a remarkable year this has been. I’ve grown so much as a blogger in the past 9 months then the two previous years of on-and-off blogging. While for some, blogging becomes a full time career from a weekend hobby, for me it was more like dropping everything else in pursue of my dreams, which obviously involvesRead More »
Cranberry Orange Carrot Cake
Cranberry Orange Carrot Cake; this soft and moist cake is packed with fruits, veggies and yogurt for a delicious dessert that you can feel good about eating. One of my favorite things about the Holidays -besides all the food (I just can’t help it), is visiting with family and friends. Aside from the ones I expect to see,Read More »
Maple Soy Cranberry Salmon
Maple Soy Cranberry Salmon; this recipe makes for a flavorful and elegant salmon dinner.The perfect recipe for your Holiday celebrations or a special dinner for two. Dinner for two is just what I had in mind. A quite, easy and comforting yet elegant dinner for Ron and I. Eating out this time of year can beRead More »
Seedy Oat Crackers
Seedy Oat Crackers (Vegan + Gluten-Free); this guiltless crackers are packed with nutrient dense ingredients, for a healthy and satisfying snack that no one will resist! Make ahead of the Holiday craziness of keep ’em coming all year long. The Holidays are fast approaching and I can feel my body tense up with the thought ofRead More »
15 Delicious and Healthy Baked Goods To Try
Fall and Winter are a great season for baking. There is nothing more comforting and delicious than fresh baked goods, cozy socks and a warm cup of tea by the fire! Tis the Season to enjoy Family, Food and create fond memories in the kitchen. In this roundup, I gathered 15 Delicious and Healthy BakedRead More »
Butternut Squash & Turmeric Soup
There is nothing like a delicious and warming bowl of Butternut Squash Soup to comfort and nourish the body. This family favorite recipe is simple to make and packed full with nourishing ingredients to get YOUR body ready for the cooler season. First of all, lets give a BIG shout out to soup season that is officially here! I honestly feelRead More »
Farmer’s Market Countryside Breakfast
Countryside inspired Farmer’s Market Breakfast; this super healthy low calorie meal is a great choice for those looking to add a lot of nutrition to their morning breakfast in a deliciously warming countryside style! Fall is (basically) here, and I truly hope this excites you. This is a glorious time to enjoy the outdoors, hiking, walking, biking… theRead More »
Roasted Tomato & Mushroom Garlicky Sauce
Roasted Tomato and Cremini Mushroom Sauce; this rustic Paleo (P) and Gluten-free (GF) garlicky chunky sauce can add a whole lot of flavor to any meal. This sauce serves well over pasta, pizza, quinoa, rice or your grain of choice, as well as over vegetables and meat. September can be an overwhelming month for manyRead More »
Chocolate Pistachio Zucchini Donut
Chocolate Pistachio Zucchini Bread (V + GF + DF); make this delicious and healthy donut your new favorite breakfast on the go! Rich, delicious and moist, this recipe is also Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free and Refined Sugar-Free. I love life. One of the things I love the most about life are the gaps between the lines,Read More »
Sweet Potato Kale Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette Dressing
Vegan, Gluten-free (V + GF) Sweet Potato, Kale and Ferro Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette; a delicious and healthy salad for a weeknight meal. How was your week folks? Can you believe it is almost September ? Wow, time goes by so fast! Last Monday I celebrated my Birthday (August 22nd), which actually turned into aRead More »
Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
Gluten free Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie (GF + Non-GMO); for a delicious and healthy breakfast. All natural, 85% less fat than traditional peanut butter, this protein-packed smoothie is the key to an easy and healthy start. It’s hard to believe that summer has come to an end. Like most mothers, there is a partRead More »
Scallop Scampi with Zucchini Noodles
This Scallop Scampi with Zucchini Noodle is an irresistible dish serving up summer’s best flavors. A light, low-calorie yet tasty meal, can be ready in just 25-minutes from start to finish. This dish will undoubtedly be your family’s new favorite! As summer starts to come to an end, at least in terms of time freedom, IRead More »
Nutty Garden Buddha Bowl
This garden inspired Vegan Buddha Bowl is jammed packed with healthy fats, protein, fiber and nutrients from a delicious combination of flavors such as pistachios, yucca root, roasted tomatoes and sautéed collard greens. A truly filling and comforting meal for your everyday life! I know what you might be thinking. This plate looks rather familiar… right?Read More »
Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread
This soft, rich, and moist double chocolate zucchini bread is so delicious, you won’t believe it is healthy too! Hi friends, how is your week going? I am currently vacationing in Texas, visiting family and enjoying the super hot sun, speaking of which… Wow, I love the heat and am almost as tan as I was backRead More »
