Chocolate Lover’s Granola is a healthy and guilt free way to indulge in some early morning chocolate. It is naturally sweetened with a small amount maple syrup and is high in fiber and protein from almonds, walnuts, sunflower seeds and chia seeds. The raw cacao powder, raw cacao nibs and goji berries pack this granola full [...]
Kale Oregano Pesto Salmon (dairy free, gluten free, paleo, nut free)
Thank you to everyone who entered the giveaway. The winner of Kristin’s e-book Crash Course in Gluten-free Living is Joe! Joe please send me a email. Kale Oregano Pesto Salmon is a delicious and easy way to dress up your salmon. What sets this recipe apart from the rest is the kale oregano pesto which is fun [...]
Gluten Free Course Review, Giveaway and Gluten Free Quiche Recipe
As you may have noticed I have been trying to include more gluten free recipes. I still have a lot to learn about gluten free living, so when Kristin mentioned she needed testers for her Crash Course in Gluten-free Living, I jumped at the opportunity. I have been reading Cook Bake Nibble for a while [...]
Raw Black Forest Brownies
Raw Black Forest Brownies are a decadent chocolate cherry dessert that are gluten free, vegan, paleo and raw. They are naturally sweetened with dates and cherries which creates a smooth and rich brownie filled with crunchy almonds and chewy cherries for added texture. Raw Black Forest Brownies only contain 6 ingredients and they are really easy to make. Cherries [...]
Dill Pickle Fries
Dill Pickle Fries are salty, tangy and bursting with dill pickle flavors. If you are a fan of dill pickle chips you will certainly love dill pickle fries. Apple cider vinegar gives these fries a tangy flavor and they are seasoned with fresh dill, garlic powder and mustard powder. Enjoy these fries as a Super Bowl snack or a [...]
Sunshine Carrot Soup
Sunshine Carrot Soup is a fresh and creamy vegan soup that brings sunshine into the long winter days. Coconut milk gives this soup an indulgent silky texture, orange juice adds a nice tang and fresh ginger adds some spice. I played around with the spices by adding curry, caraway or allspice, but I like the simplicity [...]
Hot Apple Cider Smoothie
Hot Apple Cider Smoothie is warm and comforting smoothie that is a perfect way to detox after the holiday season. It is sweetened with apples and spiced with ginger and cinnamon. You won’t be able to taste the spinach but it adds vitamin and mineral packed green goodness. Hot Apple Cider Smoothie is gluten free, grain free and [...]
Candy Cane Black Bean Brownies – Gluten Free
The holidays are in full swing and so is my candy cane obsession! As I mentioned in last year’s Candy Cane Blondie Post, I don’t really eat candy canes by themselves but I LOVE them in baking. Candy Canes add a festive peppermint crunch to these healthy gluten free brownies. Yeah that’s right; candy cane [...]
Belmonte Raw Review
A few months ago I had the pleasure of trying a tasting menu at Belmonte Raw located in Toronto. Belmonte Raw makes delicious gluten free, plant based meals using fair trade, local and organic produce that is sourced directly from the farmers. I also had the opportunity to chat with Carol Belmonte, the chef and owner, about what inspired her to [...]









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