Recipes

Chocolate Tahini Brownies

If you think tahini is only for hummus, think again! This creamy sesame paste gives these brownies…

Chocolate Coconut Energy Bites

  These energy bites are quick and easy to throw together, no-bake, and free from added sugars……

Mushroom Barley Stew

  Serves: 6   Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil 1 medium white onion, diced 2 medium carrots,…

Lemon Blueberry Poppy Seed Muffins

  Serves: 12    Ingredients 1 cup plain Greek yogurt ¼ cup avocado oil Juice of 1…

Egg & Veggie Muffin Cups

These egg cups are a delicious protein and vegetable-packed breakfast for your busy mornings!   Ingredients ½ tbsp olive…

Apple Crisp

One of my favourite Fall desserts is a warm apple crisp topped with vanilla bean ice cream.…

Strawberry Basil Bruschetta

  Serves: 6   Ingredients: 1 whole grain baguette, sliced 1 tbsp olive oil 1 cup strawberries,…

PB & J Overnight Oats

    Serves: 1   Ingredients ½ cup rolled oats ½ cup milk of choice 1…

Chocolate Overnight Oats

  Serves: 1   Ingredients: ½ cup rolled oats ½ cup milk of choice 1 tbsp…

Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats

These simple overnight oats will not only keep your tummy smiling afterwards but they will also save you time in…

Black Bean & Corn Salsa

 You can whip up this fresh black bean and corn salsa in no time! Enjoy it with…

Fresh Mango Salsa

This fresh mango salsa will have you reaching for more (or at least that was my experience!)…

Banana Nut Granola Bars

  Back in the day, store-bought granola bars were one of my favourite go-to snacks…

Fresh Basil Pesto

This fresh basil pesto is the best-o!  Serves: 4   Ingredients 1 cup fresh basil 1 cup kale,…

Chocolate Tofu Mousse

  With less than 100 calories per serving, this light chocolate-y treat is the perfect dessert to…

Banana Chai Muffins

  Serves: 12   Ingredients                                                                                3 ripe bananas ½ cup unsweetened applesauce ½ cup natural almond butter ¼ cup…

Festive Berry Nut Bark

With less than ¼ of the calories, sugar and fat of a traditional bark, this Festive Berry Nut…

Butternut Squash Chipotle Chili

  Serves: 6   Ingredients 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 medium red onion, chopped 2…

Krispie Halloween Monsters

These Halloween monsters are a ton of fun to make – albeit it is messy (you’ve been warned!). I tried my best to use natural ingredients along…

Yummy Mummy Apples

The ultimate healthy, easy and fun Halloween treat! No baking, and only two dots of added sugar for each apple. Although it is worth noting…

Spooky Skeleton Pretzels

These mini treats are often made with white chocolate and I wanted to whip it up the grounded way – with some probiotic Greek yogurt full of protein…

Vegan Pumpkin Alfredo

Taking a spin on one of my favorite Italian dishes – traditionally made with generous amounts of butter, heavy cream and parmesan…

Lentil Curry

Ingredients 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp olive oil 1 1/2 cups green lentils 3 tbsp…

Dipped Bananas

Try making these delicious, kid-friendly treats in 3 simple steps! Get your kids involved in making their own dipped bananas. Take a look…

Sweet Potato Fries

Serves: 6 Ingredients 3 medium-sized sweet potatoes, sliced into fries* 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 ½ tsp…

Turkey Burgers

Serves: 6   Ingredients 1 lb. ground turkey ¼ cup red onion, minced ½ small red pepper, minced ⅓ cup…

Tropical Popsicles

Beating the heat is an easy task with these refreshing tropical popsicles! Serves: 10 Ingredients 3 cups watermelon, pureed…

Strawberry Peach Yogurt Popsicles

Treat your sweet tooth right with these healthy homemade popsicles made with real fruit, honey and Greek yogurt! Serves: 8 Ingredients 3 cups…

Watermelon Basil Salad

This week, we just had to try on the latest trend taking over Instagram – the Watermelon Dress! But what to do with that…

Raspberry Banana Sorbet

Whip up this refreshing, 3-ingredient sorbet for your family and friends this summer. A healthy frozen treat for all! Serves: 4-6 Ingredients 2 cups…

Mango Lime Sorbet

Skip the added sugars with this guilt-free mango lime sorbet! Serves: 3-4 Ingredients 2 ½ cups frozen mango ½ cup…

Kale Berry Salad

Serves: 6-8 Ingredients 1 bunch kale, ribs removed and chopped 1 pint blueberries ½ pint strawberries,…

Strawberry Lemon Ice Pops

The 5th Lemonade Standemonium is RIGHT around the corner! This is a day full of yellow – and…

The Green Machine

One of my favourite smoothies with a perfect tropical twist! Serves: 2 Ingredients 1 cup frozen pineapple and/or mango ¾…

Morning Glory Smoothie

Refreshing and revitalizing! This smoothie will give you the glow and glory you need…

Berry Beet Smoothie

Smoothies are a great way to use up the odds and ends left over in your fridge and is how I came up with this berry beet smoothie! I had a few…

Chocolate Zucchini Bread

I would not be exagerating if I told you this bread got devoured within…

Arugula Quinoa Salad with Roasted Chickpeas

Aruga-what? This aromatic peppery-flavored salad green isn’t used enough these days! Popular in Italian cuisine, it’s also known as rocket,…

Chocolate Bean Brownies

These are my go-to cheat treats. Serves: 16 Ingredients 1 ½ cups black beans 3 tbsp cocoa powder ½…

Green Smoothie

Looking for a boost in the morning? Try making this delicious green smoothie and don’t let the colour scare you away! It’s the perfect combination of sweet…

Butternut Squash Soup

  Serves: 6   Ingredients 1 tbsp avocado oil ½ large white onion, chopped 2 cloves…

Carrot Muffins

Serves: 12 Ingredients 1 ¾ cups whole wheat flour 1 ½ tsp baking powder ½ tsp baking soda 2…

Chocolate Avocado Pudding

The right combination to have happy taste buds and hearty nutrition! This chocolate avocado pudding is the perfect dessert or snack. Serves:…

Avocado Kale & Artichoke Dip

February is national avocado month and in celebration of that, I have decided to share one of my favorite hearty dips! Serves: 8 Ingredients ½…

Festive Pitas

These trees may be miniature but their nutrient content isn’t! Avocado is an excellent source of healthy fat and this fruit (…Yes it’s a fruit!)…

Holiday Veggie Tree

Not your typical Christmas tree – this one is trimmed with nutrients from a variety of vegetables. The greens in this tree are packed…

Festive Owl Pancake

This recipe is a healthy twist on the traditional pancake.  It’s the perfect combination of antioxidant-rich fruits, protein-packed yogurt and…

Power Bites

Serves: 10 Ingredients 2 cups large flake oats 1 cup pitted dates, chopped ¾ cup shelled pumpkin seeds ¼…

Spicy Citrus Roasted Chickpeas

Ingredients 2 cups chickpeas 1 tbsp avocado oil ½ tsp smoked paprika ½ tsp garlic powder 1 pinch cayenne…

Pumpkin Pancakes

Serves: 6 Ingredients ½ cup pecans 1 cup whole wheat flour ½ cup rolled oats ¼ cup hemp hearts 1 tbsp…

Apple Monsters

Apple Monsters Serves: 8 Ingredients 2 tbsp Greek yogurt 16 mini dark chocolate chips 2 green apples ⅓ cup…

BOOnanas

Serves: 8 Ingredients 2 medium bananas 1 cup Greek vanilla yogurt 8 dried cranberries 16 mini dark chocolate…

Clementine Pumpkins

Serves: 6 Ingredients 6 clementines 1 stalk celery Directions Peel the clementines. Slice the celery stalk in half lengthwise. Cut…

Pumpkin Nut Granola Bars

Serves: 15 Ingredients 2 ½ cups large flake oats ⅓ cup whole wheat flour ½ cup pumpkin seeds ¼…

Tzatziki Dip

Serves: 6 Ingredients 1 cup plain Greek yogurt 1 lemon, juiced 1 garlic clove, minced or 1 tsp garlic powder…

Spaghetti Squash with Spicy Chicken Meatballs

Serves: 2 Ingredients 1 medium spaghetti squash 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp black pepper Meatball Ingredients 1…

Basil Pink Lemonade

Serves: 8 Ingredients 1 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed Serves: 8 13 strawberries, 8 whole and 5…

Lemon Garlic Dressing

Ingredients 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 3 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed 1 garlic clove, chopped 2 tsp fresh…

Vegetarian Quinoa Chili

  Serves: 8 Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced ½ medium red onion, chopped 1…

Festive Punch

Not only is this drink refreshing, but it also incorporates the perfect colours for the Holiday Season!   Serves: 7 Ingredients…

Banana Oat Pancakes

Serves: 6 Ingredients 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil 1 very ripe medium banana, peeled 1 ½ cups whole rolled oats…

Berry Green Smoothie

Serves: 2 Ingredients 1 cup frozen mixed berries ¾ cup baby spinach 1 small banana ½ cup plain Greek yogurt 2 tbsp…

Beet & Pomegranate Salad

This colourful festive salad is a nutrition powerhouse! Packed with antioxidants, fibre, vitamin C, healthy…

Granola Goodness

It can be very difficult to find a store-bought granola that doesn’t have any added refined sugars or additives – so why not make your own?…

Homemade Hummus

Serves: 8 Ingredients 2 cups chickpeas 2 garlic cloves, crushed ½ cup water ¼ cup tahini 3 tbsp fresh…

Quinoa & Veggie Salad

Serves: 8 Ingredients 1 ½ cups quinoa, uncooked 2 cups chickpeas ½ cup cucumber, diced ½ cup red bell…