Super Fudgy Black Bean Brownie Bites

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

Serving plate and wood serving utensils, with pasta topped with the sauce a la puttanesca, surrounded by capers, grated cheese, black olives

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 […]

Cranberry & Chia Jam

Cranberry chia jam in the serving jar surrounded by cranberries, oranges and chia seeds

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

Stack of four cookies separated by parchment paper

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 […]

Butternut Squash & Quinoa Pilaf

Serving dish of butternut squash made with brown rice and quinoa decorated with basil leaves

A delicious vegan pilaf made with brown rice, quinoa, slivered almonds and butternut squash. Spiced with nutmeg, thyme and fresh basil. The almonds are browned in olive oil and the squash is roasted with thyme for extra flavor. I know by now some people in North America might be a bit tired of pumpkin and […]

Banoffee Pie

A vegan, guilt-free and gluten-free version of the delicious pie originally made with dulce-de-leche, bananas and whipping cream. This recipe offers you fiber, plus antioxidants, minerals and vitamins. And only one tablespoon of added sugar from maple syrup. I know this is a cliché but “healthy never tasted so good”! I was first introduced to […]

Spiced Pumpkin Smoothie

glass of spiced pumpkin smoothie with straw and pumpkin seeds

A delectable and comforting smoothie made with pumpkin and mango, where all the ingredients blend well and complement each other. The pumpkin spice really does a good job wrapping all the delicious flavors together. Nothing like starting the day with lots of fiber, vitamins and polyphenols.  There are more than 8000 polyphenols that are found […]

Apple Pie Baked Doughnuts

Beginning of fall and apples go hand and hand. Comfort and warmth can always be found in apples with spices, think apple pie. These baked doughnuts bring the cozy deliciousness to a next level, very fluffy and full of flavor. In North America several apple varieties are harvested between the end of July and beginning […]

Butternut Squash & Coconut Pie

This vegan dessert pie will warm you with the autumn spices and the stunning combination of butternut squash and coconut. Slightly sweetened with dates, all flavors will blossom in your mouth. Enjoy all the butternut squash goodness on each slice. Although many people consider the butternut squash a vegetable it is in reality a fruit. […]

Dark & White Chocolate Raisin Brownie

Decadent vegan brownie sweetened with raisins

These plant-based brownies are decadent yet sweetened with raisins and some chocolate chips. Intense taste of chocolate and a moist texture will satisfy any cravings. Lots of fiber from oats, whole wheat flour and raisins help reduce the glucose spike. This recipe was posted at the beginning of Foodellette in March 2022. But it was […]