A bowl of fall nourishment. It’s beautiful for fall, easy to make, and gives you a natural opportunity to talk about nourishing the body with whole foods. Ingredients 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 small onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tsp grated fresh ginger 1 tsp turmeric 1 tsp cumin 1 cup red [...]
Healthy Gluten-Free Apple Crisp September calls for apple crisp! This healthier gluten-free apple crisp is made with fresh apples, gluten-free oats, crunchy nuts, cinnamon, and a touch of maple syrup. Top with a spoonful of Greek yogurt to add a little protein. A delicious way to enjoy the Canadian apple season! Serves: 6 Prep: 10 [...]
Makes: about 8 small pancakes Ingredients 1 ripe banana 2 eggs ½ cup rolled oats ½ tsp cinnamon ½ tsp baking powder 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional) A little butter or oil for the pan Directions Add the banana, eggs, oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and vanilla to a blender. Blend until smooth. Heat a lightly [...]
🍯 Homemade Oat & Seed Granola Bars 🌿 Soft, chewy, naturally sweet, and made with simple ingredients you can feel good about! ✨ Rolled oats ✨ Dates ✨ Pumpkin & sunflower seeds ✨ Hemp hearts ✨ Honey ✨ A little nut butter Easy • Naturally sweetened • Great for breakfast or snacks [...]
Low-Carb Banana Pudding Ingredients:• • 1 cup heavy whipping cream• 4 oz cream cheese, softened • 1 small banana (for flavour, optional) • 2 tbsp sugar-free vanilla pudding mix • 1–2 tbsp monk fruit or sweetener of choice• 1 tsp vanilla extract• Crushed low-carb cookies or nuts for topping (I like the Voortman sugar free [...]
Maple Berry Sparkler (Non-Alcoholic) A refreshing, healthy mocktail inspired by classic Canadian flavours. Serves 2–4 Ingredients 1 cup mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries optional if you want) 2 tbsp pure maple syrup 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice 1–2 cups sparkling water or soda water Ice cubes Fresh mint leaves (optional) Lemon slices for garnish Instructions [...]
Ingredients 8 oz pasta (rigatoni or fusilli work best) 1 block feta cheese 2 cups cherry tomatoes 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp olive oil 1–2 tbsp hot honey 1 tsp chili flakes Salt + black pepper Fresh basil Optional: spinach, crispy prosciutto, or parmesan Instructions Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a baking dish, [...]
Bone-Building Mediterranean Chickpea & Kale Salad Looking for a simple meal that also supports your bones? This nutrient-packed salad is full of minerals and vitamins that help support bone strength and may help protect against osteoporosis. Why it’s good for your bones: • Kale – rich in vitamin K, important for bone mineralization • Chickpeas [...]
Leftover Easter ham turned into a healthy quinoa power bowl Packed with protein, fresh veggies, and a light lemon drizzle — it’s the perfect easy meal after Easter Simple. Balanced. Delicious. Ingredients 1 cup cooked quinoa (cooled) ¾ cup diced leftover ham ½ cup cucumber, chopped ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved Handful spinach or arugula [...]
Low-Carb Chocolate Peanut Butter Eggs These taste similar to Reese’s eggs but without the sugar. Ingredients 1 cup natural peanut butter 2 tbsp coconut flour 2 tbsp powdered monk fruit sweetener 1 cup sugar-free chocolate chips (like Lily's Sweets) 1 tbsp coconut oil Instructions Mix peanut butter, coconut flour, and sweetener. Shape into small egg [...]
