NUTRITIOUS AND DELICIOUS RECIPES
This is a spin on my cauliflower no-oats porridge. Honestly, don’t knock it till you’ve tried it — my family and taste-testers didn’t know it was cauli until I told them. Sooooo good!
As in my original recipe, this pre- and probiotic version is packed with antioxidants, fibre, healthy fats & protein for a complete and satisfying meal.
Read MoreHave you tried shirataki or konjac noodles before? They’re a great zero calorie, grain-free, carb-free alternative to traditional pasta. Sounds crazy, I know, but they’re actually really good and super versatile!
Shirataki noodles originated in Japan and are made from the konjac root. They are gelatinous in texture and a good source of prebiotic resistant starch, being composed of 97% water and 3% indigestible fibre. This means that these noodles provide no calories or nutrients to our bodies, but they feed the good bacteria in our guts!
Read MoreOK, I just love this pretty pink beetroot latte! And trust me here, this is an absolute winner even if you think you don't like beets!! It has a mild, slightly sweet, slightly earthy flavour and is wonderfully creamy and satisfying. Better still, it is refined sugar free and packed with antioxidants, healthy fat and protein!
Read MoreVitamin D is essential for bone health and osteoporosis prevention. There is emerging evidence that it also has an important role in mental health and helps to protect against numerous illnesses and infections including influenza, asthma, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and cancer. Unfortunately, up to two-thirds of Canadians have levels under what is believed to be important for overall health and disease prevention!
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Sunflower seed butter (SSB) is made from grinding roasted sunflower seeds. SSB has gotten more popular in recent years as a nut-free alternative to peanut butter. It is rich in protein (3 grams per Tbsp) and healthy fats as well as vitamin E and essential minerals like magnesium and manganese.
I call this “Sun+” because in addition to the sunflower seeds, I have added chia, flax and hemp seeds for extra minerals, protein, antioxidants, and healthy omega 3 fatty acids.
Read MoreWe just love no-bake bliss balls at my house. They are super easy to make in the blender and great for snacks or breakfast on-the-go. Brazilian Balls are free of grains and refined sugar and absolutely loaded with fibre, minerals, protein, and healthy fats.
Read MoreCandy cane meets cookie dough (and nutritious meets delicious!) in this easy no-bake holiday recipe!
Read MoreWho doesn't like to wake-up to a warm, satisfying brekkie that is both nutritious and delicious? Making porridge in the slow cooker means you get to do just that! Better still, these tasty gluten-free pumpkin oats are loaded with antioxidants, fibre, healthy fats and protein to keep you well-fuelled all morning!
Read MoreEggs baked in avocado has got to be one of the easiest, tastiest recipes around. Better still, this quick and nutritious meal is packed with fiber, healthy fats and protein to keep you happily satisfied for hours!
Read MoreSquash is one of my favourite fall foods. It is incredibly versatile and can be enjoyed in anything from soups and stews to smoothies and baking. Here I have cooked buttercup squash in the slow cooker (!!!) and then turned it into a super satisfying breakfast bowl with the addition of protein, nut butter, and warm spices. Honestly, though, I could eat this delicious and nutritious recipe any time of the day!
Read MoreI am a huge squash fan, but have always hated the struggle to cook it. You know the drill — wrestling to cut your squash, scrape out the seeds, and then taking it out of the oven repeatedly only to realize it's still not cooked. But I am thrilled to say no more struggle! I now have a super easy & awesome squash solution: the slow cooker!
Read MoreThese rich, fudgy Avocado, Beetroot and Cacao (ABC) Brownies are crazy good. They satisfy your craving for something decadent and chocolatey yet are healthy enough to eat for breakfast! They contain no gluten, dairy, or processed sugar, but are absolutely packed with vitamins & minerals, antioxidants, fibre, healthy fats and protein.
Read MoreThere is emerging evidence that our gut plays an important role in our overall health and well-being that extends far beyond digesting food! Here are some of the reasons scientists have nicknamed the gut our “second brain” and started to pay more attention to the bugs in our bellies.
Read MoreLearn more about the inspiration behind Food Joy and my healthy eating philosophy!
Read MoreOk, I confess to being obsessed with sweet potato toast! It is incredibly versatile and easy to prepare. I eat it because I love it. But it’s also a great nutrient-rich, grain-free, gluten-free, paleo-friendly alternative to bread.
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