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The Flexitarian Dietitian: Healthy Treats. Nourishing Eats. Fitness Feats

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4-Ingredient Cookie Dough Truffles

April 7, 2018 by Crystal

Cookie Dough Truffles   Save Print Prep time 15 mins Total time 15 mins   Author: Crystal - inspired by Amanda @ Running ...

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Filed Under: Brunch, Comfort Foods, Desserts, Gluten Free, Post Work Out, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan Tagged With: almond butter, almond flour, dark chocolate, easy dessert, gluten free, low sugar, quick snack, truffles, vegan

3-Ingredient Chocolate Turtles

February 7, 2018 by Crystal

This is my go-to, easy "sweet-craving" solution. Keeping tempting sweets like cookies, chocolates and cakes in the house in a recipe for disaster ...

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Filed Under: Comfort Foods, Desserts, Gluten Free, Post Work Out, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan Tagged With: 3 ingredients, chocolate, chocolate turtles, dates, easy dessert, gluten free, healthy dessert, pecans, pre-run fuel, refined-sugar free

Classic Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

January 10, 2018 by Crystal

I can't believe I've had a food blog for a few years and have not done an oatmeal raisin cookie post yet! Cookies are by far and away my guilty ...

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Filed Under: Desserts, Gluten Free, Post Work Out, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: chocolate chips, classic cookies, cookies, easy desserts, easy snacks, gluten free cookies, oatmeal, oatmeal raisin, raisins, vegan cookies

Roasted Yam and Blueberry Muffins

August 9, 2017 by Crystal

Who knew that blueberries and yams would go so well together! This recipe is slightly modified from my new favourite cookbook "It All Begins with ...

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Brunch, Gluten Free, Recipes, Snacks, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: blueberries, dairy free, gluten free option, healthy snack, kid friendly, muffins, oats, spelt flour, yam blueberry muffins

Matcha Energy Balls

February 10, 2017 by Crystal

I have been drinking matcha tea and tea lattes for the past few years now and it's about time I tried to experiment with this delicate green powder in ...

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Filed Under: Desserts, Gluten Free, Post Work Out, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan Tagged With: dairy free, easy snack, energy balls, gluten free, green tea, healthy snack, high protein, matcha, matcha energy balls, refined-sugar free, soy free, vegan

Toast is Turning Orange

January 6, 2017 by Crystal

Everyone must have a favourite vegetable right?! One of my favourites (behind Kabocha Squash) are sweet potatoes; talk about the most versatile ...

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Brunch, Cocktail Parties, Comfort Foods, Desserts, Everyday Meals, Gluten Free, Lifestyle, Nutrition Updates, Post Work Out, Recipes, Snacks, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: baked yams, gluten free, refined-sugar free, soy free, sweet potato, sweet potato toast, toast, yam

Toast Toppers – What’s Trending?

December 16, 2016 by Crystal

The movement for #avocadotoast has certainly reached new heights in the last few years. Instagram has over 250,000 #avocadotoast posts!!! The ...

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Filed Under: Brunch, Comfort Foods, Lifestyle, Nutrition Updates, Post Work Out, Recipes, Snacks, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: avocado toast, brunch, health benefits, high fibre, silver hills, silver hills bakery, sprouted grains, toast, toast toppers, whole grains

Pecan Pie Bites

December 15, 2016 by Crystal

Energy balls are one of my favourite grab-n-go snacks or no-bake healthy dessert options. They keep well in the fridge or freezer, but chances are ...

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Filed Under: Desserts, Gluten Free, Post Work Out, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan Tagged With: dates, easy snack, energy ball, energy bites, gluten free, healthy dessert, no added sugar, pecan pie bites, pecans, refined-sugar free, soy free

Pumpkin Recipe Round-Up & Fresh Pumpkin Puree

November 13, 2016 by Crystal

Who's not ready to give up on pumpkin season quite yet? Before we transition from the pursuit of pumpkin, to the pursuit of peppermint I wanted to ...

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Comfort Foods, Desserts, Everyday Meals, Gluten Free, Lifestyle, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan Tagged With: gluten free, how to cook pumpkin, low sugar, pumpkin, pumpkin dessert, pumpkin puree, pumpkin recipes, pumpkin seed, pumpkin seeds, roasted pumpkin seeds, vegan

Peeling Pomegranates & Freezer Chocolates

November 4, 2016 by Crystal

These 2-ingredient freezer chocolates are so simple, you don't even really need a recipe! I made these in an ice-cube tray, but feel free to use ...

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Filed Under: Cocktail Parties, Desserts, Gluten Free, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan Tagged With: almond butter, antioxidants, chocolate, dark chocolate, easy dessert, food hacks, freezer chocolate, fruit, gluten free, how to peel a pomegranate, no added sugar, pomegranate, refined-sugar free

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

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

Healthy Jalapeno Poppers

November 6, 2015 by Crystal

I promise this is not an oxymoron. Yes - healthy, creamy, spicy, melt-in-your mouth jalapeño poppers made vegan using the magic of cashews and my ...

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Cocktail Parties, Comfort Foods, Gluten Free, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan Tagged With: gluten free, jalapeno, nutrition, snacks, spicy, sugar free, 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

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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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