Recipe Index
Quick, Easy & Healthy Recipes
Appetizers
Easy Coconut Shrimp with Magic Chef Digital XL Air Fryer
July 25, 2019Crispy shrimp perfection. Coconut shrimp is amazing, and I never thought I could make restaurant quality coconut shrimp at home without frying. But thanks to air-frying, its totally doable, and ...
Shrimp Summer Rolls
July 6, 2019Whether it be at a Vietnamese or Thai restaurant, I always order a summer roll. Light, fresh and I love the peanut sauce its dipped in. Here, I decided to ...
7 Ingredient Soy Sesame Turkey Meatballs
July 6, 2019Ground turkey is such an easy protein, and like many of you I'm sure, I take a pack out of the freezer in the morning, but have no idea what ...
Spiced Chicken Skewers on Avocado Purée
June 25, 2015These Spiced Chicken Skewers on Avocado Purée scream summer BBQ. They are super easy to put together and taste delicious! They are not-too-spicy and have a bunch of vibrant flavors ...
Popcorn Shrimp with Creamy Sweet Chili Dip
May 29, 2015Popcorn shrimp hits the spot anytime. I love that it doubles as an appetizer or a quick dinner. Plus, paired with this creamy sweet chili dip, it really makes it ...
Quinoa Pizza Bites
April 7, 2015Pizza in any way, shape or form is welcomed by me, and most kids. Anything that reminds me of pizza makes me very happy. That's why I love these quinoa ...
Healthy Crab Tarts
October 30, 2014Creamy dips and appetizers are always the hit at any party. (Um, hello hot spinach and artichoke dip!) I mean, what's not to love. Gooey, creamy dips and spreads are ...
Healthy Hot Spinach & Artichoke Dip
March 28, 2014In my group of friends, hot spinach and artichoke dip is always a welcomed appetizer at parties. As delicious as it is, most spinach and artichoke dips (especially those found ...
Coconut Shrimp
March 3, 2014We used to go this seafood restaurant and they had Coconut Shrimp on their menu. Even when I was a kid, it was something I would order every time. I ...
Pesto & Cranberry Turkey Meatballs with Pesto Yogurt Dipping Sauce
February 27, 2014Salty and sweet. Can you ever really go wrong with that combo?! This recipe came to fruition as I had a package of turkey thawing and I had no idea ...
Roasted Garlic & Butter Mushrooms
November 22, 2013What is the best way to have mushrooms? With butter and garlic, of course! These mushrooms taste amazing, and I could literally have them for a side dish every.single.night. I ...
Chili Lime Dip
October 3, 2012Want an ultra fast dip that goes great with chicken, quesadillas, baked fries and grilled veggies? This is it! It couldn't be quicker and easier, and the flavor is awesome! ...
Breads, Muffins & Cookies
Apple Oat Scones
September 16, 2018Hey all! Its been a hot minute since I posted on the blog. Summer was a busy one. Now that I'm back in the fall routine, my sights are ...
Raspberry Orange Oat Muffins
February 26, 2018Snacks for the girls can sometimes be a challenge. If they're too healthy tasting, I find sometimes they are a miss. The balance is creating something healthy, still has ...
Healthier Traditional Chocolate Chip Cookies
October 1, 2017Chocolate chip cookies are a childhood favourite by many, including myself! Its hard to beat the nostalgia and taste of a chocolate chip cookie still warm out of the oven. ...
Peanut Butter Raspberry Mini Muffins
January 15, 2016Peanut butter and jam in a single bite? Heck yah, I'm in! These mini muffins were moist, delicious and with a big boost of peanut butter flavor. A huge hit ...
Healthy Holiday Baking – Global BC Segment
December 1, 2015Tis' the holiday season, which is my favorite time of year. The holidays can be a challenge when it comes to healthy eating, so these are a few recipes that ...
Outrageous Oatmeal Cookies {Healthier Starbucks Copycat}
November 3, 2015Call me crazy, but more often than not, I'll choose oatmeal cookies over chocolate chip. I almost don't want to admit that as I'm a chocolate lover. I don't know ...
Healthy Pumpkin Gingerbread Muffins
September 25, 2015Its pumpkin season! So of course, I wanted to add a couple more healthy pumpkin recipes to the list. Oh and by the way, I have a list of all ...
Low Carb Garlic Cheddar Biscuits
August 30, 2015First off, I wanted to say thanks for sticking around through my posting hiatus! Its been a busy summer, and we've been away for most of it with camping trips. ...
Chunky Monkey Cookies
April 11, 2015Cookies with chunks are probably the most delicious kind of cookies out there. I mean, what's better than biting into one and getting a chunk of deliciousness. That's exactly the ...
Spinach Muffins
March 30, 2015Well if I'm going to be perfectly honest, I'm always looking for new ways to get more green veggies into my kids, as well as myself! Unfortunately, my kids don't ...
Chocolate Quinoa Muffins
March 16, 2015Muffins that taste like a decadent chocolate cake? Yep, these are it! Hard to believe these muffins are completely flourless and the main ingredient is cooked quinoa. A great friend ...
Cranberry and Orange Scones
January 3, 2015Its the new year and time to get back into a regular routine. Breakfast can be a challenge if you're on the go. I love coming up with new ...
Crockpot Convenience
Slow Cooker Chex Mix {Gluten-Free}
December 17, 2015Chex mix is a classic snack. I love making it around Christmas, or simply any time you want a delicious batch of snack mix! My favorite is the traditional version ...
Slow Cooker Gingerbread Glazed Walnuts
November 21, 2015Sticky and sweet glazed walnuts. Plus, they are so easy as they are done in the slow cooker. I'm definitely not an expert when it comes to cooking with a ...
Greek Style Chili
September 21, 2013We are chili lovers in this house. Its such a quick and easy meal to come together and I love when I can do everything in one pot. Perfect for ...
Easy Chicken Stew
January 8, 2013By popular demand, I've been doing my best to create some easy and healthy dinners. Chicken is a staple in our house, but if you're vegetarian, you could easily replace ...
Stovetop or Slow Cooker Apricot Chicken
December 11, 2012I'm always looking for new ways to dress up chicken breast. Since I had some apricot jam kicking around in the fridge, I knew something could be done with it. ...
Canned Soup Substitutions
November 3, 2012Well....no canned soup that is! Have you ever read the label of a regular canned soup? Especially the "cream-of" soups? Some not-so-healthy stuff in there! The problem is, I notice ...
Slow Cooker Sesame Orange Chicken
March 15, 2012This recipe was a great success! A really good flavor in the chicken, and the sauce is amazing! Sweet BBQ sauce paired with an orange essence. The sauce is ...
Slow Cooker Coffee Braised Pot Roast
February 28, 2012Pot roast, one of the most comforting foods out there. If your family likes meat and potatoes (much like my husband), this recipe will be a hit! The gravy is ...
Turkey Sloppy Joes
January 19, 2012If you're a fan of sloppy joes, you absolutely HAVE to try this recipe. Its an *exclusive* guest post over at Skinny Ms. Slow Cooker. I can't even tell you ...
Crock Pot Maple Walnuts
December 11, 2011Since I loved the Cinnamon-Sugar Pecans so much, I had to try another version. These are great gifts to give away in jars for the holidays. This recipe is lightly ...
Cinnamon-Sugar Slow Cooker Pecans
December 7, 2011I'm so not crafty when it comes to homemade gifts, but this is so easy, even I could do it! These nuts are delicious and if you're a pecan lover ...
Sweet n’ Sour Chicken
November 30, 2011If we ever order Chinese food (which is not very often), Sweet n' Sour pork or chicken is something that we always order. Naturally, this version skips the deep ...
Desserts
Healthy Homemade Fruit Gummies
February 10, 2019I love when kids snacks are cute and can be made healthier. I mean, what kid doesn't like gummies?! Mine are no exception. Anything sweet and gummy-like that contains fruit ...
Healthier Nanaimo Bars
January 26, 2019Is it ever a bad idea when there's chocolate?! These Healthier Nanaimo Bars are pretty darn close to the original, as I was having a craving for them post-Christmas. All ...
Healthier Traditional Chocolate Chip Cookies
October 1, 2017Chocolate chip cookies are a childhood favourite by many, including myself! Its hard to beat the nostalgia and taste of a chocolate chip cookie still warm out of the oven. ...
Salted Caramel & Chocolate Dairy Free Frozen Pie
August 17, 2016Hi friends! Its been a while since you've seen a new recipe from me. Sorry about that! Life has taken me in a new career direction, so all is great, ...
Gluten Free Salted Toffee Pretzel Bark
November 25, 2015If you're a savory and sweet fan, this is the recipe for you my friends. This experiment turned out amazingly well and everybody loves it. You'd never know that its ...
Healthy Pumpkin Crisp
November 14, 2015Crisps and crumbles. Arguably my favorite dessert. While I love pies, I never want to put in the time and effort to make them. This healthy pumpkin crisp is a ...
Warm Apple Pie Bars with Greek Yogurt Topping
September 3, 2015It doesn't get much more comforting the apple pie. Apples and cinnamon together is a classic. But unlike regular apple pie, these warm apple pie bars with greek yogurt topping ...
Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Protein Bars
July 10, 2015If I had to choose my favorite berry of all time, it would be blueberries...for sure. I'm so lucky that we can getting them locally, practically in my backyard! Recently, ...
Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble Bars
May 19, 2015Strawberry rhubarb crumble bars are the perfect summertime dessert. Not only are these gluten-free, but they use natural sweeteners and coconut oil instead of butter. Since there is no butter ...
Chunky Monkey Cookies
April 11, 2015Cookies with chunks are probably the most delicious kind of cookies out there. I mean, what's better than biting into one and getting a chunk of deliciousness. That's exactly the ...
Easy Healthy Peanut Brittle
October 29, 2014Did you ever have peanut brittle growing up? I sure did. My Mom made it a couple times a year, and we really looked forward to it. The smell. Oh ...
Healthy Blueberry Crisp
September 1, 2014Sometimes simple is delicious. That's exactly the case with any sort of crisp or crumble. Healthy Blueberry Crisp is one of my favorite things. Pies and crisps are my favorite ...
Dinner in a Dash
Egg Roll in a Bowl
November 16, 2019I love when I can transform one of my favorite take out dishes into a healthier meal that the whole family enjoys! This egg roll in a bowl gathers ...
Sun Dried Tomato Salmon with Italian Chopped Salad
July 29, 2019I love when an easy dinner comes together and its delicious! All these flavors go so well together! This meal is packed with healthy fats coming from salmon and olive ...
Easy Coconut Shrimp with Magic Chef Digital XL Air Fryer
July 25, 2019Crispy shrimp perfection. Coconut shrimp is amazing, and I never thought I could make restaurant quality coconut shrimp at home without frying. But thanks to air-frying, its totally doable, and ...
5 Not Your Ordinary Hot Dogs
July 20, 2019I don't know about you guys, but in summer, we enjoy quite a few hot dog. Especially when we're camping. The kids love them too. But sometimes I get a ...
Shrimp Summer Rolls
July 6, 2019Whether it be at a Vietnamese or Thai restaurant, I always order a summer roll. Light, fresh and I love the peanut sauce its dipped in. Here, I decided to ...
Gluten-Free Sesame Noodles
July 6, 2019I'm always wanting to create healthier versions of my favorite takeout food. Sometimes, I think these versions are even better than takeout. They are less greasy, not filled with sodium ...
Vegan Chickpea Cauliflower Curry
July 6, 2019I love a good curry. Thai, indian or anything in between. Especially when its done in 1-pot like this vegan chickpea cauliflower curry. This dish has more of an Indian ...
7 Ingredient Soy Sesame Turkey Meatballs
July 6, 2019Ground turkey is such an easy protein, and like many of you I'm sure, I take a pack out of the freezer in the morning, but have no idea what ...
Balsamic BBQ Sauce Glazed Chicken
July 6, 2019So happy when BBQ season finally arrives. I want to add some more great recipes to my BBQ arsenal this year and this Balsamic BBQ Sauce Glazed Chicken is a ...
Easy Shrimp Bruschetta Toasts
July 6, 2019Easy and delicious. To me, that's the name of the game when it comes to pretty much any meal of the day. If its complicated or is too many ingredients, ...
Asian Turkey Lettuce Wraps
March 22, 2019Spring is finally here! What a brutal winter that was...for everyone across the country! I can't remember the last time we had snow so frequently in Vancouver. Glad its over! ...
Low Carb Sausage and Cabbage Stew (Instant Pot or Stove Top)
March 3, 2019I'm still having success using my Instant Pot. Meals like these come together very quickly and I love how you can just set it and forget it. The saute option ...
Dips & Spreads
Sugar-Free Cranberry Sauce
October 9, 2015I love love cranberry sauce. Thanksgiving dinner, or any turkey dinner simply wouldn't be the same without it. If you haven't made cranberry sauce before and usually go for the ...
Sugar-Free Raspberry Chia Seed Jam
March 23, 2015I can't seem to say enough good things about chia seeds! Not only are these little guys a nutritional powerhouse as they are packed with omega 3's, they also have ...
Creamy Dill Garlic Sauce
September 4, 2014Salmon is on our regular dinner rotation. Its delicious, and you really can't beat the health benefits of those omega 3 fatty acids! With that in mind, I'm always looking ...
Healthy Hot Spinach & Artichoke Dip
March 28, 2014In my group of friends, hot spinach and artichoke dip is always a welcomed appetizer at parties. As delicious as it is, most spinach and artichoke dips (especially those found ...
Healthy Tartar Sauce
January 6, 2014We love to have fish every week if we can. Mahi mahi is one of our favorites. But truth be told, my hubby doesn't like having his fish plain. I ...
Creamy Poppy Seed Dressing
November 11, 2013A friend of mine asked about creating a healthy creamy poppy seed dressing. I was up for the challenge as I haven't found a poppy seed dressing that I'm crazy ...
Oil Free Balsamic Dressing
October 13, 2012This recipe is a slight modification from the Whole Foods Balsamic dressing recipe. It is my absolute favorite at the salad bar. You'd never guess it was oil-free! ...
Chili Lime Dip
October 3, 2012Want an ultra fast dip that goes great with chicken, quesadillas, baked fries and grilled veggies? This is it! It couldn't be quicker and easier, and the flavor is awesome! ...
Coconut Crusted Chicken Strips with Pineapple Sauce
September 30, 2011What reminds you of the tropics more than coconut and pineapple? This dinner comes together in 30 minutes, and might just please the picky kids, too!
Easy Salmon Glaze
July 15, 2011I don't know what it is, but I tend to like sweet glazes on my salmon. The sweetness of the orange and tanginess of the mustard goes amazing with salmon. ...
Quick Chimichurri Sauce
February 18, 2011Chimichurri is a delicious herb sauce that's a staple in Argentinian cuisine. It is FABULOUS on steak! It would also be great on fresh grilled chicken, fish or tofu. ...
Easy Guacamole
November 30, 2010Great to have with eggs, veggies, a mexican meal, etc! Excellent with crackers or baked chips for holiday entertaining too. Makes 16 servings 2 avocados 1 small onion, finely chopped ...
Healthy Breakfast
Make-Ahead Turkey Sausage and Egg Burritos
July 6, 2019Need breakfast in a pinch? Me too! Every morning I'm trying to decide what I can throw together for breakfast in 5 minutes or less. I love my smoothies, but ...
Shakshuka with Feta
October 14, 2018This was my first attempt at shakshuka, and I'm wondering why I didn't do it sooner! Its a great balance of sweet and savory, and such a great brunch idea. ...
Apple Oat Scones
September 16, 2018Hey all! Its been a hot minute since I posted on the blog. Summer was a busy one. Now that I'm back in the fall routine, my sights are ...
Chocolate Chip Whey Protein Waffles
February 15, 2016Breakfast can be the hardest meal of the day, especially when you're rushing out the door in the morning. These chocolate chip whey protein waffles are a wonderful make-ahead option. ...
15-Minute Skillet Chocolate & Peanut Butter Granola
February 3, 2016If you haven't gotten on board with making your own granola yet, I highly recommend it. Not only for the taste, but for the huge cost savings. To buy an ...
15-Minute Skillet Gingerbread Granola
November 18, 2015Since I've now discovered how quick and easy skillet granola is, I can't wait to come up with more flavors. My first creation, the 15-Minute Pumpkin Spice Skillet Granola was ...
Pumpkin Spice Whey Protein Waffles
October 16, 2015Want to make something delicious this weekend? Try these pumpkin spice whey protein waffles. With a hint of pumpkin spice, and a drizzle of sweet cream cheese syrup, this might ...
15-Minute Pumpkin Spice Skillet Granola
October 7, 2015Granola making just got a whole lot easier. Have you ever burned granola? I have. I find it easy to burn when it goes into the oven. So I thought, ...
Healthy Pumpkin Gingerbread Muffins
September 25, 2015Its pumpkin season! So of course, I wanted to add a couple more healthy pumpkin recipes to the list. Oh and by the way, I have a list of all ...
Banana Bread Protein Milkshake
September 12, 2015I love banana bread, and the comforting flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg. With fall fast approaching, I'm so excited to get back into baking and all the flavors of autumn. ...
Spinach Muffins
March 30, 2015Well if I'm going to be perfectly honest, I'm always looking for new ways to get more green veggies into my kids, as well as myself! Unfortunately, my kids don't ...
Cranberry Apple Bread Pudding Gluten-Free
December 5, 2014Truth be told, this is only the second time I've had bread pudding. All I can say is...wow, I've been missing out! Talk about comfort food, and if you ...
Pizza
Quinoa Pizza Bites
April 7, 2015Pizza in any way, shape or form is welcomed by me, and most kids. Anything that reminds me of pizza makes me very happy. That's why I love these quinoa ...
Pesto, Tomato & Spinach Meatza Pizza
July 5, 2013What's a meatza pizza you ask? Well, its a pizza with meat (well ground turkey) as the crust! Its a healthier way to get your pizza, without the carb overload. ...
Kale, Chicken & Goat Cheese Pizza & Contest (*Closed*)
December 5, 2011So you probably remember I did a review last week on Cookin' Greens. I hadn't tried it before, but I was sent some coupons so I gave it a whirl. ...
Thai Chicken Pizza
November 19, 2011Its no secret that I love Thai food. The curries, sauces and spices. All of it. I've yet to been to Thailand, but I know for a fact I would ...
30-Minute Meatza Pizza
June 2, 2011Here's another grain-free and lower carb gem! The "crust" is actually made from ground turkey! I've seen many recipes online for these Meatza Pizza's, but here's my twist. It came ...
California Pizza
October 9, 2010This is BY FAR, my favorite healthy pizza recipe! I'd take this over any pizza place! So good! Ingredients 1 large whole grain tortilla 1/4 cup canned pineapple tidbits 3 ...
Protein Bars
Healthier Nanaimo Bars
January 26, 2019Is it ever a bad idea when there's chocolate?! These Healthier Nanaimo Bars are pretty darn close to the original, as I was having a craving for them post-Christmas. All ...
No Bake Birthday Cake Protein Bars
August 25, 2016Birthday cake....and sprinkles. Probably one of the most enjoyable treats that exist! So I figured it was about time to put it into a protein bar. The texture of these ...
Eggnog Cheesecake Protein Bars
December 11, 2015You know when you find a shirt that you love, and go back to the store and buy it in a bunch of other colors? That's how I feel when ...
No-Bake Eggnog Protein Balls
December 3, 2015I love the flavors of Christmas. That includes gingerbread, toffee, eggnog and pumpkin. Eggnog is something I never liked very much when I was a kid. My Dad used to ...
No-Bake Pistachio White Chocolate Protein Bars
October 23, 2015Since I can never have enough no-bake protein bar recipes, here is another, and its white chocolate and pistachio! What a great combo this is. I love pistachios. I've made ...
Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Protein Bars
July 10, 2015If I had to choose my favorite berry of all time, it would be blueberries...for sure. I'm so lucky that we can getting them locally, practically in my backyard! Recently, ...
Chewy Chocolate Cherry Protein Bars
June 16, 2015Sometimes, its just easiest to throw a bunch of ingredients into a bowl, then press it into a pan. That's exactly the case with these chewy chocolate cherry protein bars. ...
Chocolate Macaroon Protein Balls
May 21, 2015I've loved coconut for a long as I can remember. But coconut and chocolate? Oh my gosh. Epic, just epic. I remember going to the movie theater as a kid ...
No-Bake Hemp and Chia Protein Bars
April 29, 2015As you can tell, I'm in the midst of a hemp seed and chia seed obsession right now. Don't you hate when you have a special ingredient for a recipe, ...
White Chocolate Cranberry Hemp Seed Protein Balls
April 28, 2015Not sure what it is about white chocolate and cranberries, but they sure make a great combination. To give you a little story, I've actually loved white chocolate since I ...
Chocolate Peanut Butter Hemp Seed Protein Balls
April 13, 2015As a blogger, I put things out there for everyone to see. For some, it makes me an easy target to scrutinize. Healthy is very subjective, and I realize that ...
Lemon Bliss Balls
February 27, 2015Lemon anything and there's a pretty good chance I'll love it. Lemon and coconut? Not sure if it can get much better in my book! I'm wanting spring to ...
Sides & Salads
Curry Chicken Salad Sandwich
October 16, 2019Like many of you, I'm always looking for new ways to re-invent pre-cooked chicken or turkey that I have on hand. Since Thanksgiving was this past weekend, and I know ...
7 DIY Starbucks Protein Boxes
July 6, 2019If you've ever been to Starbucks you've probably seen the protein boxes in the cooler case. Such a great idea, especially if you're on the go. The selection in them ...
Shrimp Summer Rolls
July 6, 2019Whether it be at a Vietnamese or Thai restaurant, I always order a summer roll. Light, fresh and I love the peanut sauce its dipped in. Here, I decided to ...
Asian Turkey Lettuce Wraps
March 22, 2019Spring is finally here! What a brutal winter that was...for everyone across the country! I can't remember the last time we had snow so frequently in Vancouver. Glad its over! ...
Tofu Veggie Bowls with Miso Dressing
April 23, 2018Miso obsessed over here. This recipe is all about the miso dressing. While the tofu and veggie bowl itself was amazing, the recipe I'm posting below is for the miso ...
Quick 10-Minute Teriyaki Sauce
January 30, 2018Sweet, delicious teriyaki sauce. I could smother it on so many things. Over rice, over stir fry, mix it with beef for a beef teriyaki. Definitely a lot of ...
Easy Vegan Alfredo Sauce
January 4, 2018Hi all! Hope your 2018 is getting off to a great start! I'm sure many of you are getting in the swing with healthier meals after the holidays (me ...
Quinoa Tabbouleh
July 15, 2017Hi all! Its been a really really long time since I posted a recipe (gulp, like....seriously guys, its been almost a year!). As with many of you, life has ...
Easy Chickpea Spring Salad with Citrus Dressing
April 4, 2016Spring is in the air, and this season I'm looking to get more vegetarian and vegan sources of protein. I love having beans incorporated into my lunch meals, so this ...
Sugar-Free Cranberry Sauce
October 9, 2015I love love cranberry sauce. Thanksgiving dinner, or any turkey dinner simply wouldn't be the same without it. If you haven't made cranberry sauce before and usually go for the ...
Parmesan Roasted Tomatoes
October 5, 2015I don't know about you, but I'm always looking for more easy and yummy vegetable side dishes. I made these parmesan roasted tomatoes to eat with our lean proteins throughout ...
Healthy Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce
September 16, 2015Who's ready to take their alfredo sauce to another level?! I know I am! That's why I created this healthy cauliflower alfredo sauce. It has all the same flavors of ...
Smoothies & Protein Shakes
Key Lime Pie Vegan Popsicles
July 14, 2019Nothing says summer more than popsicles! Growing up, my mom was a popsicle addict and was always making homemade popsicles. So since having the girls, I've always been inspired to ...
Low Cal Margarita
July 6, 2019You may not know this about me, but I love a good margarita. Salted rim, on the rocks, good tequila. On our recent trip to Mexico, it was my drink ...
Banana Bread Protein Milkshake
September 12, 2015I love banana bread, and the comforting flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg. With fall fast approaching, I'm so excited to get back into baking and all the flavors of autumn. ...
S’mores Protein Shake
July 29, 2015It might be because we do lots of camping, but I have a serious love for s'mores. With all the trips we've been doing this summer, I've had to limit ...
Cookies & Cream Protein Milkshake
May 5, 2015I've always been a fan of a rich and delicious milkshake, although having lactose issues I haven't had a traditional milkshake in a really long time. But of course, with ...
Greek Yogurt Frozen Treats
January 23, 2015We all need some healthier treat ideas in our life right? I know I do. I'm always looking to fix sweet cravings, but without a ton of calories. That's why ...
Happy Tummy Cranberry Smoothie
November 20, 2014I can't say I'd ever pass up the opportunity to have a happier tummy! Like many of you, I live in a fast-paced, hectic world. Between school drop offs and ...
Copycat Wendy’s Frosty with Jamie’s Whey Isolate
September 17, 2014You know I have a mission to make healthy things taste like the unhealthy counterpart. That is certainly the case with this copycat Wendy's Frosty with Jamie's whey isolate. I ...
Peaches n’ Cream Popsicles
July 17, 2014I've really got on the popsicle making bandwagon this year. The girls are just obsessed with them, and want two a day (at least!). What they don't know is I'm ...
18 Calorie Strawberry Mango Pineapple Popsicles
June 11, 2014Ever since I made these, the girls have been harassing me for them...daily. But, I don't blame them, they really are good, and so simple to make. When making fruit ...
Vanilla Frozen Yogurt {Sugar-Free, Fat-Free}
May 30, 2014Summer is upon us, and what better way to celebrate summer than a big serving of frozen yogurt. The fabulous thing about this frozen yogurt, is that its sugar-free, gluten-free ...
Strawberries n’ Cream Protein Pudding
January 20, 2013This is a super quick snack that I recently did, and even though its 4 ingredients, its amazing! Great for a quick breakfast, or an evening snack to beat those ...
Soups & Stews
Vegan Chickpea Cauliflower Curry
July 6, 2019I love a good curry. Thai, indian or anything in between. Especially when its done in 1-pot like this vegan chickpea cauliflower curry. This dish has more of an Indian ...
Low Carb Sausage and Cabbage Stew (Instant Pot or Stove Top)
March 3, 2019I'm still having success using my Instant Pot. Meals like these come together very quickly and I love how you can just set it and forget it. The saute option ...
Easy Dairy-Free Clam Chowder – Instant Pot or Stove Top
January 19, 2019Clam chowder is one of those meals that provide a lot of nostalgia. The first time I remember having really good clam chowder was as a kid in San Francisco ...
Easy Dairy-Free Indian Butter Chicken
January 5, 2019Happy New Year guys! Been meaning to get this recipe up for a while, and I know some of you have already made it following my recipe highlight on Instagram. ...
Lazy Lasagna Soup
December 16, 2018This Lazy Lasagna Soup won for meatless Monday! So happy with how this soup came together and it really tasted like lasagna. I decided to try it meatless using Yves ...
Easy Vegetarian Chili
November 27, 2018You can never go wrong with a good, hearty chili. Especially when its an easy vegetarian chili. I've been making chili for years, and quite honestly, most of the time, ...
Greek Turkey Sausage Stew
May 12, 2018I love easy stews. They are perfect for busy weeknights. The flavors in this greek turkey sausage stew are amazing. Mild sausage with onion, green pepper and greens, then ...
Quick Green Pea Soup
April 2, 2018One of the easiest soups on the planet has to be green pea soup. I love making it cause its delicious and so easy, especially when you're using frozen ...
African Peanut Tofu Stew
March 5, 2018African peanut stew is one of those recipes that I've been seeing on vegetarian blogs for years but have never made it. I've seen a lot of various versions ...
Spicy Turkey Sausage, Chard and Potato Soup
February 28, 2018Its still really chilly here in Vancouver, so soups and stews are in full effect. The inspiration for this recipe was the fresh produce I had on hand. I ...
Detox Soup
December 29, 2017Happy "almost" new year! Not sure about you, but I'm definitely feeling the after holidays bloat! Not loving when I'm feeling gross! My tummy can't handle too many days in ...
Moroccan Stew
December 1, 2017I cannot get enough of stews this winter. Probably because its rained 27 out of 30 days in Vancouver. But I'm not going to think about that, and instead, ...
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July 14, 2019Nothing says summer more than popsicles! Growing up, my mom was a popsicle addict and was always making homemade popsicles. So since having the girls, I've always been inspired to ...
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July 6, 2019If you've ever been to Starbucks you've probably seen the protein boxes in the cooler case. Such a great idea, especially if you're on the go. The selection in them ...
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