Apricot Mousse
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Vegan, sweetened only with apricots and easy to make, this mousse can be served as a glamorous last course. This light and smooth dessert has a delicate apricot flavor that is both sweet and slightly tangy. It is also rich in protein and fiber. This is a clear dessert with benefits. Where a traditional apricot […]
Morning Glory Muffins
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Very low in gluten and vegan, these muffins are a perfect day starters. With oats, orange juice, lemon zest, raisins, seeds and nuts they have everything you need for a healthy and delicious breakfast or a great afternoon pick me up. The origins of the Morning Glory Muffins are unknown, some say they were created […]
Quinoa & Cabbage Salad
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Fast and easy salad packed with nutrients, fibers and flavor when you only have time for a quick lunch. Great combination of different textures, grain, veggies, fruit and seeds is very satisfying.
Cranberry Macaroons
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A macaroon 2.0 recipe with reduced sugar, lemon zest and tart cranberry pieces brings this delicious treat to a new level. These gluten-free macaroons have a bit of a crisp texture outside but are chewy, moist and very tasty inside. Where the majority of the recipes uses about 1 to 1 ½ cups of sugar […]
Orzo & White Bean Ragu
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Extremely comforting, one dish meal with much needed plant-based protein, fibers, complex carbs and plenty of flavor. Plus you get all the essential amino acids by combining grains and legumes. Besides it is easy to bring along for school or work lunches giving you an afternoon full of energy. When I first created this recipe […]
Super Fudgy Black Bean Brownie Bites
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Extremely decadent with an intense chocolate flavor this is a nutritious and luscious alternative to traditional brownies. They will take care of any cravings while adding much needed fiber, protein, iron, potassium, magnesium, vitamin B6 among others to your diet. One of the most significant health benefits of these super fudgy brownie bites is its […]
Pasta a la Puttanesca
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Tomatoes, garlic, bell pepper, olives and capers, don’t be fooled by the simplicity of the ingredients. This is a rustic sauce packed with flavor and aroma. This is a recipe from my dear grandaunt perfected by my mother. I must say it is one of my favorites. Puttanesca sauce is a traditional Italian sauce originating […]
Sweet Potato & Ginger Cookies
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These cookies are very soft and melt in your mouth, yet have some crunchiness on each bite. Sounds contradicting but it is happening as you savor them. Ginger and spices are a classic, when you add sweet potato, coconut and lemon zest it becomes scrumptious. This recipe uses kamut flour which contributes to the cookie […]
Cranberry & Chia Jam
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All the goodness of cranberries and chia seed together in the same jar. A delectable chia jam made with fresh cranberries and orange juice. Sweetened with dates and spiced with cardamom for a fresh and invigorating taste.
Cranberry & Macadamia Oat Cookies
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Somewhat chewy, lightly sweetened, with a little twist of sour notes, these cookies are very satisfying and impossible to just eat one. They have a perfect balance between sour and sweet making each taste shine through. Macadamias give a nice bite to it, besides good fats and protein. And if all that wasn’t enough, they […]