Skewing fruits is a way to make fruit salad into finger food, an easy option for summer get togethers or for snacks on-the-go. This definitely doesn’t require a recipe or specific measurements. They can be more uniform with the fruits in the same order or they can be more sporadic. Continue Reading →
Mini Cherry Strawberry Chia Pudding Parfaits
These Canada Day inspired parfaits are made from layers of chia pudding, yogurt and pomegranate arils. The chia pudding at the base is only three ingredients- puréed cherries and strawberries with chia seeds. A little maple syrup would be the perfect addition for some extra sweetness. Continue Reading →
Zucchini Flowers Stuffed with Hummus
A common and traditional dish with zucchini flowers is made by filling them with a soft cheese like ricotta and breading then frying them. However, they are delicate enough to enjoy raw and there are much healthier and lighter ingredients to stuff them with, like hummus. Continue Reading →
Iced Coffee Cubes with 3-Minute Homemade Nut Milk
There are few beverages that I enjoy drinking in the morning or early afternoon on a patio more than iced coffee. Usually, a shot or two of espresso is poured over ice then some milk is added to fill up the cup. When I am at home however, I like to do it a little differently and make the coffee into frozen cubes. Continue Reading →
Coconut Chia Pudding with Mango Purée
These 3-ingredient pudding cups are an ideal snack for hot days. The chia seeds are a great source of protein and healthy fats to keep the mind and body going strong while the mango provides some quick energy and natural sweetness. They both are also great sources of fiber and a range of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. I used coconut milk for a an extra hint of tropical flavour but any nut or seed based milk would work just as well. Continue Reading →
Coconut Pineapple Overnight Oats
These coconut pineapple flavoured overnight oats are a way to take the flavours of a piña colada into a very healthy dish that can be acceptable first thing in the morning (rum optional). The oats are dense and hearty, and they thicken up to a rich mixture overnight with the help of some chia seeds and coconut milk. Some dates add natural sweetness and some cashew butter makes it all extra decadently creamy. Continue Reading →
Cranberry Chai Overnight Oats
Overnight oats are a wonderful option for an on-the-go breakfast. Technically, our bodies work best at digesting, absorbing and utilizing food when we are in a calm environment with little distraction from the process of eating. However, sometimes we are just too busy to take that much time to focus on every meal. When that happens, simple and easy to digest meals made from whole foods and not too many ingredients can be a way to get nourished without giving the body too much work. Continue Reading →
Sparkling Blue Iced Tea
Some blue iced tea and flavoured sparkling water create a light, refreshing and vividly coloured iced tea. Adding in some iced cubes with fruits frozen in add in a rainbow of colour and keep it cool. Staying properly hydrated , especially as the weather heats up, is important for our bodies inside and out and trying out different herbal teas can be a healthy way to mix it up. Continue Reading →
Chocolate Hazelnut Smoothie
Smoothies are a great option for healthy treats. With the right ingredients they can taste sweet and decadent but still be filled with important and beneficial nutrients. This version has raw cacao powder and chocolate protein powder to make it very chocolaty and some hazelnut butter to create a nutritious nutella-inspired flavour. A few Medjool dates add in lots of natural sweetness along with fiber, minerals and vitamins while some cashew milk blends it all together into a thick and creamy smoothie. Continue Reading →
Spring Rice Bowl
Rice bowls are a grounding, nutritious meal that can be a good way to use up leftover odds and ends from the crisper. Here I went for a seasonal version with lots of detoxifying greens, a couple fortifying root vegetables, some cleansing radishes, a refreshing zucchini and a sprinkle of fragrant edible flowers. Tofu, grilled meat or seafood, avocado and creamy dressings are good add-ons to make it extra filling. Continue Reading →