Category: Snacks

Almond Pulp: What It Is, Why It’s Your Friend and What To Do With It + a recipe for Grain-free Cinnamon Raisin Toast

Almond Pulp: What It Is, Why It’s Your Friend and What To Do With It + a recipe for Grain-free Cinnamon Raisin Toast

A grain-free and dairy-free approach to cinnamon raisin toast. All the flavor, none of the sugar, grains or unhealthy fats. This vegan and paleo cinnamon raisin bread recipe is made from leftover almond pulp. Almond pulp, what? Let me explain. What is almond pulp? When you make your own almond milk at home (like my…

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How To Take Your Food Allergies on the Road Without Causing Boundless Stress + a recipe for Nut-free Gingersnap Balls

How To Take Your Food Allergies on the Road Without Causing Boundless Stress + a recipe for Nut-free Gingersnap Balls

Summer-friendly, no-bake gingersnap balls with dried fruits and seeds. No nuts  or medjool dates included! In a few short weeks, I’ll be driving from Calgary to Whistler BC to attend Wanderlust; a 5-day outdoor yoga + music festival in the Canadian Rockies. (Can’t wait to take you along with me!) I’ll be on the road…

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Crisp Eggplant Chips with Smoky Seasoning

Crisp Eggplant Chips with Smoky Seasoning

Thinly sliced eggplant rounds sprinkled with homemade smoky seasoning and slow roasted until crisp. Who knew that sprinkling eggplant with seasoning and slow roasting for an hour would create such a delicious (healthy) snack? I sure didn’t.

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What To Do With Leftover Juice Pulp… Carrot Juice Pulp Muffins

What To Do With Leftover Juice Pulp… Carrot Juice Pulp Muffins

Dairy-free, grain-free AND paleo muffins made with carrot, ginger and apple juice pulp. No sugar!  Psst… I am hosting my very first workshop… in my kitchen! If you’re in Alberta you should join me. Just 12 spots… get the details here. Please join me in welcoming Alison Smith. Alison shared How To Start Juicing last…

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Food Re-networked Series: Classic Fried Chicken

Food Re-networked Series: Classic Fried Chicken

A healthier crispy fried chicken recipe made with a grain-free coating and deep fried in avocado oil. Today is my first official day “back in the office” since our March 30 wedding and honeymoon. What a blur of action. I don’t have many pictures, but when I do, you’ll be among the first to scope…

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No Sugar Biscotti with Tart Ice Cream (vegan + paleo)

No Sugar Biscotti with Tart Ice Cream (vegan + paleo)

Almond flour biscotti with chunks of crisp pecans and sweetened with non GMO fruit. Served with a side of tart berry-cacao ice cream. The genetic modification in our food supply has come into the spotlight. 5 years ago? It was difficult to find anyone to chat with about the dangers of GMO’s. Now it’s commonplace.

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Grain-free Granola Cakes (paleo + vegan)

Grain-free Granola Cakes (paleo + vegan)

High protein, grain-free granola cups filled with healthy fats – a healthy, low carb, low sugar, portable snack. Kevin loves snacking. The man is always hungry! He used to make oatmeal for himself a couple of times a day to hold him over, but since going grain-free with me, his go-to snack has become microwaved…

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Superpower Macaroons (paleo + vegan)

Superpower Macaroons (paleo + vegan)

Power packed macaroons made to satisfy your sweet cravings without sacrificing your health. These little babies deliver a strong dose of nourishing fats, proteins and antioxidants in each bite. Made with minimal sweetener. Also grain-, dairy-, nut-, and egg-free. The camaraderie that comes with working at an office with a team of awesome peeps is…

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Sweet Potato Tortilla Chips (paleo)

Sweet Potato Tortilla Chips (paleo)

Homemade sweet potato tortilla chips made with sweet potato, onion and flax seed. No corn! No dehydrator needed. When I’ve made a lovingly healthy choice for myself I am encouraged to make more of them… because, it feels good. Like, stepping away from my plate when full, saying “no” to food when I’m legitimately not…

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If Your PMS Were a Cartoon Character + PMS Popcorn Recipe

If Your PMS Were a Cartoon Character + PMS Popcorn Recipe

Chocolate-drenched popcorn with a sprinkle of shredded coconut and sea salt. The ultimate recipe to soothe chocolate cravings – under 300 calories for the entire batch!

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