I think I am obsessed with jicama fries. Not only do they taste amazing, but they are easy to prepare and make a great lower-calorie, lower-carb, paleo & keto-friendly alternative to traditional fries.
Read MoreI just love this turmeric-boosted "golden milk" porridge. It is free of dairy, grains and refined sugar (and paleo, keto and Whole30 friendly!), but packed with vitamins and minerals, antioxidants, fibre, protein, and healthy fats. Here I used coconut flour and a combination of Brazil nuts and pecans for the base of the porridge, but you could use whatever nuts or seeds you prefer.
Read MoreThis is one of my favourite fall drinks. It tastes rich and creamy with warm seasonal spices — think the goodness of those well-known coffeeshop versions, minus all the sugar and artificial flavouring!
Read MoreI absolutely love this boosted latte and it has become a treasured part of my morning routine. I actually drink decaf, but I find the blend of healthy fats, protein, spices, and energizing adaptogens to be a great way to start my day.
Read MoreWho doesn't love edible cookie dough?!? And the good news here is that these blissful little grain-free bites contain no processed sugar and are absolutely loaded with fibre, protein, antioxidants, and healthy fats. They are great for snack time, dessert or breakfast on-the-go. Yup — we're talking doctor-approved cookie dough for brekkie! Better still, they are super easy to make in a blender or food processor and no baking is required!
Read MoreI love these Chocolate Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL) donuts. As in REALLY love them. They’re moist & fudgy and taste delightfully decadent with the spiced-up coconut icing. Yet they’re so healthy that good ol’ Doctor Mom (that would be me) is happy to serve them for brekkie!
Read MoreI absolutely LOVE this zucchini bread. It’s moist and chocolatey with that perfect hint of spice — and yet it’s free of dairy, grains, and refined sugar, too!
Read MoreThis is a “local foods” & keto-friendly version of my mango sticky rice recipe. Not only does it taste amazing, but it’s grain-free, refined sugar-free & low-carb (minus the peaches on top). Better still, it’s super easy to make and packed with fiber, healthy fats & protein.
Read MoreSmashed Chickpea & Avocado Salad is a great plant-based alternative to egg or tuna salad. It can be served on toast, sandwiches, crackers, tacos, salad, loaded sweet potatoes or even nachos!
This recipe gets a wonderful creaminess from avocado (in lieu of mayonnaise), along with loads of flavour from the addition of fresh herbs. It was a huge hit with my meat-loving boys as well as my vegan taste-testers! Better still, it’s super quick and easy to make and absolutely packed with fiber, healthy fats and protein!
Read MoreThis vibrant blackberry smoothie is super simple to make and gets a fresh healthy zing from ginger root and lemon!
Read MoreMade with just a few ingredients including gelatin, this nutritious-and-delicious no-bake dessert has a lovely peach flavour and a unique texture reminiscent of panna cotta.
Read MoreThis recipe was inspired by my travels in Southeast Asia. Mango sticky rice has got to be one of my favourite Thai desserts, and I thought it would be fun to make a refined sugar-free, grain-free paleo version.
Read MoreNo-bake chocolate oatmeal “haystacks” were the first cookies I ever made growing up. Here I have put a healthy spin on the sugar-laden recipe of my youth.
Now don’t get me wrong — there’s nothing wrong with indulging in some good old fashioned (or shall we say “un-healthified”) comfort food from time-to-time. But I also love remaking recipes so that they are both nutritious AND delicious. When we put some thought and consideration into our ingredients, we can create tasty treats with actual health benefits. And who doesn’t want to give their family cookies — maybe even for brekkie — and feel good about it?!?
Read MoreWho doesn't love a spicy, crunchy snack? Good news is, these roasted chickpeas are cheap & easy to make, and super versatile, too! Munch them on their own, or add them to salad, soup, sandwiches, tacos, trail mix, or even yogurt bowls.
Read MoreThese rich, decadent nut-free fudge cups have been a HUGE hit with all my taste testers. Better still, they’re crazy simple to make and packed with antioxidants, minerals, healthy fats & protein. Trust me here and give the recipe a go — your future self will thank me!
Read MoreNot only is this loaded matcha latte nutritious & delicious, but it’s super quick & easy to make.
Read MoreThese tasty grain-free banana, coconut & pecan muffins are boosted with healthy fats, fibre, protein & adaptogens for an extra satisfying start to the day!
Read MoreBircher muesli was first developed circa 1900 by a Swiss doctor and nutritionist, Maximilian Bircher-Brenner. It is still a popular breakfast in Switzerland, where I first encountered it. His original recipe used lots of fruit and a small amount of rolled oats. Here I have made a grain-free version that is paleo and keto-friendly, not to mention delicious!
Read MoreThis is a delicious, grain-free, paleo & keto version of muesli.
Muesli differs from granola in that it is a mixture of raw cereals (most often oats), dried fruit, seeds and nuts, whereas granola is baked. Muesli is typically soaked with dairy or nondairy milk, yogurt, or fruit juice before eating to make it easier to chew and digest. It's super easy to throw a big batch together as part of meal prep and then have on-hand for a couple weeks.
Read MoreYes, it’s another banana bread recipe. But honestly, can you ever have too many banana bread options?!? And this one is an absolute winner. Not only does it taste AMAZING, but it also happens to be packed with fibre, healthy fats & protein.
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