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Healthy Apple Crumble

October 24, 2016 by Crystal

When I think fall, I think apples. Whether it is going apple picking, drinking hot apple cider, or fall baking, apples and fall go hand-in-hand. As ...

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Filed Under: Comfort Foods, Desserts, Gluten Free, Recipes, Vegan Tagged With: apple, apple crumble, dessert, fall, fall dessert, gluten free, healthy dessert, low sugar, oats, vegan

Pumpkin Pie Chocolate Chip Blondies

October 9, 2016 by Crystal

Happy Thanksgiving!! Well after taking some time off from posting, I'm back and ready to share some more healthy tips and recipes with you. I promise ...

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Filed Under: Comfort Foods, Desserts, Gluten Free, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: blondies, chickpeas, chocolate chips, dairy free, easy desserts, gluten free, one bowl, pumpkin, refined-sugar free, vegan, vegetarian

Chocolate Peanut Butter Chickpea Cookies

June 20, 2016 by Crystal

Chocolate Peanut Butter Chickpea Cookies   Save Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 10 mins Total time 20 mins   Gluten ...

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Filed Under: Comfort Foods, Desserts, Gluten Free, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan Tagged With: banana, chickpeas, chocolate chips, cookies, egg free, gluten free, grain-free, refined-sugar free, soy free

Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble

May 16, 2016 by Crystal

Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble   Save Print Prep time 20 mins Cook time 40 mins Total time 1 hour   This classic combination ...

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Filed Under: Brunch, Comfort Foods, Desserts, Recipes, Vegan Tagged With: crisp, crumble, fruit crumble, gluten free, light dessert, low sugar, rhubarb, strawberry

Chocolate Caramel Mug Cake

April 4, 2016 by Crystal

Chocolate Caramel Mug Cake   Save Print Prep time 1 min Cook time 1 min Total time 2 mins   This 4 ingredient individual ...

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Filed Under: Desserts, Gluten Free, Post Work Out, Recipes, Snacks, Vegetarian Dishes

Banana Apple Spiced Muffins

February 11, 2016 by Crystal

This recipe is modified from the "Bake Better Bites" Banana Applesauce Muffins recipe. This is such an easy go-to recipe when you want to use up ...

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Filed Under: Brunch, Comfort Foods, Desserts, Post Work Out, Recipes, Snacks, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: apple, banana, iron rich snacks, molasses, muffin, snack

Salted Caramel Energy Bites

January 31, 2016 by Crystal

Snack Time! Let's be honest - we can all get a bit carried away when it comes to snacking. Depending on what you're eating, snacks can easily ...

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Filed Under: Desserts, Gluten Free, Post Work Out, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan Tagged With: cashews, coconut, dates, energy bites, gluten free, salted caramel, snack, vegan

Avocado Chocolate Mousse

January 10, 2016 by Crystal

Avocado Chocolate Mousse   Save Print Prep time 5 mins Total time 5 mins   Quick and easy vegan, dairy-free chocolate mousse. ...

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Filed Under: Desserts, Recipes, Snacks Tagged With: avocado, chocolate, dessert, mousse, refined-sugar free, snack, sugar free, vegan

Cherry Coconut Chia Seed Pudding

December 17, 2015 by Crystal

Craving something sweet and creamy while still being healthy? Chia seed puddings are super versatile and very quick to whip up - vegan, gluten free, ...

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Filed Under: Comfort Foods, Desserts, Gluten Free, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan Tagged With: chia seeds, coconut, dairy free, dessert, gluten free, refined-sugar free, snack

Paleo Pumpkin Bars

November 25, 2015 by Crystal

Who's still in the mood for some pumpkin? With the American Thanksgiving coming up this weekend, us Canadians can join in the food fun too. These bars ...

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Filed Under: Comfort Foods, Desserts, Recipes, Snacks, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: dessert, gluten free, grain-free, paleo, pumpkin, refined-sugar free, snack, vegan

Banana Oat Bread Pudding

November 4, 2015 by Crystal

Banana Oat Bread Pudding   Save Print Prep time 15 mins Cook time 45 mins Total time 1 hour   Author: Crystal - adapted ...

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Filed Under: Brunch, Comfort Foods, Desserts, Everyday Meals, Post Work Out, Recipes, Snacks, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: banana, breakfast, eggs, gluten free option, oats, refined-sugar free, vegetarian

Sweet & Spicy Watermelon Cooler

August 19, 2015 by Crystal

In the summer months, it would be a shame not to take advantage of all the locally grown, fresh seasonal fruit. I LOVE my water, but sometimes I crave ...

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Filed Under: Cocktail Parties, Desserts, Gluten Free, Post Work Out, Recipes, Snacks, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: beverage, gluten free, mocktail, refined-sugar free, smoothie, vegetarian, watermelon

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Welcome, I'm Crystal! As a registered dietitian and fitness enthusiast I'm here to share how delicious, healthy food can fit into your busy schedule. Follow me for healthy treats, nourishing eats and fitness feats.

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Tropical Tofu Black Bean Tacos

April 29, 2025 By Crystal Leave a Comment

Tropical Tofu Black Bean Tacos – A Fresh Take on Plant-Based Eating If you’re looking to bring a little sunshine to your dinner plate, these Tropical Tofu Black Bean Tacos are your new go-to. Bursting with bold flavors, bright colors, and plant-based goodness, this recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a casual…

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super seed crackers dipped in hummus

Super Seed Crackers

September 18, 2024 By Crystal

I was blown away by how simple it was to make these delicious super seed crackers!! Why make your own crackers? I made the super seed crackers in the oven, but these could also be made in a dehydrator. Make the flavour pop even further with the addition of nutritional yeast. Have you ever made…

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Green Monster Blender Muffins

April 27, 2024 By Crystal

The most popular muffin recipe on my website are these green monster blender muffins!! They taste just as indulgent as a typical banana muffin, but it’s like drinking a veggie smoothie (in muffin format)!!! Filled with fibre, omega 3’s and antioxidants, these tasty muffins are perfect to have on hand. Here’s what you need:

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