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PBB&J SMOOTHIE BOWL

PBB&J SMOOTHIE BOWL

PB&J is a classic combo for a reason.  It’s downright awesome.

Here I have added an extra “B” twist and created a thick and creamy smoothie that satisfies the craving for PB&J while also delivering veggies, fibre, antioxidants, healthy fats and protein.

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APPLE & ADAPTOGEN PALEO PROTEIN BREAD

APPLE & ADAPTOGEN PALEO PROTEIN BREAD

APPLE & ADAPTOGEN PALEO PROTEIN BREAD (aka APB) is so good that it truly warrants an all-points bulletin! (Lol — a girl’s gotta have some cheesy fun every now and again, right?!?).  In all seriousness, though, this tasty grain-free bread is super easy to make, free of refined sugar, and absolutely packed with healthy fats, fibre and protein.

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MATCHA PROTEIN KETO-CAKES (grain-free)

MATCHA PROTEIN KETO-CAKES (grain-free)

These grain and refined sugar-free pancakes are always a hit with my matcha-loving family.  They are made with almond meal (i.e. ground-up almonds) and collagen peptides in place of traditional flour, along with eggs and coconut milk.  As a result, they are low-carb (and paleo, whole30 & keto-friendly!), but absolutely packed with antioxidants, protein, healthy fats, and even probiotics!

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CHOCOLATE AVOCADO PROTEIN PUDDING

CHOCOLATE AVOCADO PROTEIN PUDDING

This easy-make pudding is so rich and creamy that you’d hardly believe it gets the Dr. Tara stamp of approval for brekkie!  In fact, it’s a great breakfast option since it is refined sugar-free but packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fibre, healthy fats, and protein!

Don’t let the avocado in here scare you off.  Avocado & cacao are a match made in heaven.  Even if you think you don’t like avocado, trust me on this one and give it a whirl!

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CHOCOLATE WALNUT PROTEIN SPREAD

CHOCOLATE WALNUT PROTEIN SPREAD

This chunky chocolate walnut spread is great healthy alternative to Nutella.  It works well on toast (regular or the sweet potato variety), pancakes, waffles, yogurt, smoothie bowls, chia pudding and porridge.  And, yes, even straight-up...  

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"NUTELLA" BLISS BALLS

"NUTELLA" BLISS BALLS

These no-bake "Nutella" Bliss Balls are decadent and oh so satisfying with that wonderful rich hazelnut & chocolate flavour.  Thankfully, they also happen to be low-carb and free of refined sugar, grain and dairy, but packed with fibre, protein, healthy fats, and adaptogens, too!

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COOKIE DOUGH WITH BENEFITS (with collagen)

COOKIE DOUGH WITH BENEFITS (with collagen)

Ok, so I am seriously in love with this edible cookie dough!!  Honestly, I’d eat it at brekkie or anytime of the day for a healthy & super-satisfying snack.  It contains no eggs, dairy, grains or refined sugar, but is packed with protein, fibre, healthy fats, and superfoods such as maca!

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BANANA SPINACH MUFFINS (grain-free)

BANANA SPINACH MUFFINS (grain-free)

The thought of a breakfast salad or another green smoothie turning you into a grouchy grinch?!?  Then this refined sugar-free, nutritious-and-delicious banana spinach blender muffin recipe is just the thing for you!

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NUTS FOR NUTELLA SMOOTHIE

NUTS FOR NUTELLA SMOOTHIE

Ok, this one is for all you Nutella lovers out there.  Seriously — we're talking #healthyfoodporn at its FINEST.  This smoothie is thick, creamy, and decadent with that wonderful rich hazelnut & chocolate flavour.  But it is also low-carb, free of refined sugar, and packed with veggies & fibre, protein, and healthy fats!

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RED VELVET CHIA PUDDING

RED VELVET CHIA PUDDING

Chia pudding is an easy make-ahead, grab-and-go breakfast staple at our house.  It is nutritious, delicious and versatile, and can literally be thrown together in minutes the night before.

And who doesn't love a little chocolatey red velvet goodness?  This fun, flavourful and healthy cacao & beetroot pudding is one of my kids' favs.  Yes, you read that right -- beetroot!  But even if you're not a beet fan like me, don't be scared off here!!  Beetroot powder adds beautiful colour and amazing vitamins, minerals and antioxidants with only a mild sweet earthy flavour.

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MATCHA CASHEW PROTEIN BALLS

MATCHA CASHEW PROTEIN BALLS

We are big matcha fans at my house.  So when I suggested to my 3 chicklets that I create a matcha bliss ball, they were all over it. These tasty little no-bake snacks are loaded with easy-to-digest energy as well as healthy fats, fibre, protein, and antioxidants galore.

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BOOSTER BLEND MOCHA SMOOTHIE

BOOSTER BLEND MOCHA SMOOTHIE

Start your day off right with this mood, energy and libido-boosting chocolatey coffee and superfood blend!

Not a coffee drinker?  Even if you omit the espresso shot or you're a decaf lover like me, Booster Blend is packed with natural energy and mood boosters including ashwagandha, maca and cacao powders.  Add in some healthy fats, fibre, and protein, and this tasty shake is certain to keep you going all morning!  

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GRAIN-FREE "RICE" PUDDING

GRAIN-FREE "RICE" PUDDING

OK, don’t let the main ingredient (hint - it's cauliflower!) in this super tasty non-traditional “rice” pudding scare you off.  It is so good that I’m already planning my next batch.  It can be enjoyed warm or cold, for brekkie, snack time or dessert, and is packed with antioxidants, fibre, healthy fats and protein.

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COCONUT ALMOND BLISS BALLS (low carb & refined sugar free)

COCONUT ALMOND BLISS BALLS (low carb & refined sugar free)

Are you lookin’ for the perfect teatime treat?  Then look no further!  These little low-carb balls of bliss are absolutely delish and crazy simple to make.  Better still, they contain no dairy, grains or refined sugar, but are packed with healthy fats & protein.

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CHOCOLATE ALMOND (MACA) CHIA PUDDING

CHOCOLATE ALMOND (MACA) CHIA PUDDING

This protein-boosted Chocolate Almond Maca Chia Pudding defines nutritious-and-delicious.

Better still, it is made the night before so all you need to do in the morning is add your favourite toppings!

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BRAZILIAN BLISS BALLS

BRAZILIAN BLISS BALLS

We 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.

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PEPPERMINT MOCHA CHIA PUDDING

PEPPERMINT MOCHA CHIA PUDDING

This chia recipe is for all the peppermint mocha fans out there!  It delivers those wonderful holiday flavours, but in a refined sugar-free, dairy-free, grain-free pudding that is packed with fibre, healthy fats, and plant-based protein!

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CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE DOUGH SURPRISE BALLS

CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE DOUGH SURPRISE BALLS

aka GRAIN-AND-REFINED-SUGAR-FREE CHICK PEA, CASHEW & CACAO BITES!!

Ok, I know, some of you may be skeptical!  But chick peas actually work amazingly well as the base for healthy blondies and cookie dough!

These blissful little grain-free bites contain no processed sugar and are absolutely loaded with fibre, protein, antioxidants, and healthy fats.  They are easy to make and great for snacktime or breakfast on-the-go.  And, really, what could be better than doctor-approved cookie dough for brekkie!?!  

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