Category: Soy-free

Sauteed Beet Greens and Chili Sweet Potato Rounds

Sauteed Beet Greens and Chili Sweet Potato Rounds

Happy Monday! I know, Monday’s aren’t exactly known for rainbows, butterflies and happy times, but I have a brand new recipe for you… that has to count for something, right? I’m really focusing on quick, easy and nourishing entrees this week. I’ve come up with 5 gluten-free meal recipes that will make you a believer…

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Apricot Ginger Chia Chews

Apricot Ginger Chia Chews

Cleanse day 5. Oh heck ya. We’ve done a full day of liquids, ate more veggies than we ever thought possible, and resisted cravings left, right and sideways. Nicely done! Make sure to check back over the weekend to view the meal plan for week two of our cleanse. Cravings got you down? You’re not…

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Pearrific Green Smoothie

Pearrific Green Smoothie

In October, I embarked on a self-guided 30 day yoga challenge to help sooth my emotions surrounding our recent move to Montreal. My intention for the month was to grow roots in this new city, begin to feel like I belong somewhere, let go of my fears and embrace the longing I had to return…

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Roasted Garlic Soup

Roasted Garlic Soup

We’re on to day 3 of our two week cleanse. How’s everyone feeling? I know you may be trailing behind due to having to get groceries and prepare yourself mentally, but whatever day you’re on, even if you intend to start next week, we’re in it together. Over 100 of us have committed to this…

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North Pole Green Juice

North Pole Green Juice

I remember the day my Mom came home with a juicer… it was a scary. Her eyes lit up with excitement, she said something about beets, spinach… kale. I remember thinking, ‘Dad hates beets, what person likes spinach, and what the heck is a kale?’ I liked my veggies with butter, dressings and spices, not…

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Creamy Bacon Salad Dressing (with goat cheese)

Creamy Bacon Salad Dressing (with goat cheese)

Happy Saturday! I’m just about to head to an early morning yoga class but couldn’t go without sharing this delicious salad dressing recipe with you. It’s not the healthiest thing I’ve posted on the blog, but it sure is tasty… and fabulous with a plate full of veggies! Bacon is a nutrient all on it’s…

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Portobello Orzo with Dairy-free Lemon Mint Cream Sauce

Portobello Orzo with Dairy-free Lemon Mint Cream Sauce

Oh man, orzo is awesome. It’s pasta, but small like rice which means that you can eat more of it with each spoonful than say, when you eat spaghetti. Paired with a nice and creamy (vegan) sauce and you have a meal that even your picky boyfriend will eat. Yes, I said it… Kevin enjoyed…

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Macro Greens Bowl with Green Dressing and Protein Boost Mix

Macro Greens Bowl with Green Dressing and Protein Boost Mix

I purchased the reFresh cookbook back in 2007 and was quickly introduced to the amazingness that is Fresh Restaurant in downtown Toronto. I’ve prepared almost every single one of their recipes over the years and have long since dreamed of sitting in their Spadina location sipping on elixirs and filling my belly with yummy vegan…

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Apple Pie Quinoa Breakfast Casserole + Blogiversary Giveaway

Apple Pie Quinoa Breakfast Casserole + Blogiversary Giveaway

Thank you to all that entered this giveaway. I appreciate each and every one of you more than you may know :) I’ve just randomly selected a winner, and Becca’s comment was selected. Her favorite recipes are gluten-free naan and twix bars. Great choice, Becca! ~~~~~~~~ I love baked oatmeal. Don’t you? It’s hearty, soothing,…

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Dairy-free Skor Bar Cups

Dairy-free Skor Bar Cups

It didn’t feel right ending Health-oween without paying tribute to the Skor bar. Just like the vegan Twix bar we enjoyed last week, I wanted to make a Skor treat that I could feel better about eating. Heck, I just wanted to be able to taste a Skor bar again. And taste I did… again,…

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