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Green Monster Blender Muffins

April 27, 2021 by Crystal

These green monster blender muffins are a sneaky snack :) They taste just as indulgent as a typical banana muffin, but it's like drinking a veggie ...

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Filed Under: Comfort Foods, Desserts, Everyday Meals, Gluten Free, Post Work Out, Recipes, Snacks, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: blender muffins, green monster muffins, kid friendly, muffins, refined-sugar free, vegan option

Maple Cinnamon Kale Crisps

December 2, 2020 by Crystal

Maple Cinnamon Kale Crisps   Save Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 60 mins Total time 1 hour 10 mins   More cracker than ...

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Cocktail Parties, Comfort Foods, Everyday Meals, Gluten Free, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan Tagged With: almonds, flax seeds, gluten free, healthy, hemp hearts, kale, paleo, refined-sugar free, snack, vegan

Sweet & Savoury Power Bowl

November 17, 2019 by Crystal

Did you know that November is Osteoporosis Awareness month? I’ve got 2 new recipes that feature an unexpected, yet delicious ingredient that is good ...

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Everyday Meals, Gluten Free, Lifestyle, Post Work Out, Recipes, Salads, Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: California prunes, edamame, fall, high fibre, high protein, kale, low sugar, low-glycemic, pomegranate, power balls, power bowl, prune balls, prunes, refined-sugar free, salad, squash, vegan salad

Simple Strawberry Snacks!

June 5, 2019 by Crystal

Snacking is one of the best ways to boost your energy and manage your appetite throughout the day #Ad. The question is “What should I snack on?”. ...

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Cocktail Parties, Comfort Foods, Desserts, Gluten Free, Lifestyle, Nutrition Updates, Post Work Out, Recipes, Snacks, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: California strawberries, chia seed pudding, gluten free, healthy snacks, high fibre, low carb, refined-sugar free, simple dessert, simple snacks, strawberries, strawberry, yogurt bark

Lentil Yam Stew

March 7, 2018 by Crystal

Lentil Yam Stew   Save Print Prep time 15 mins Cook time 30 mins Total time 45 mins   Author: Crystal Recipe type: One ...

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Filed Under: Comfort Foods, Everyday Meals, Gluten Free, Recipes, Soups, Vegan, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: easy dinner, gluten free, high fibre, one pot meal, plant-based protein, quinoa, red lentils, refined-sugar free, soup, soy free, stew, vegan, yams

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

Maple Chili Roasted Butternut Squash

December 19, 2017 by Crystal

Maple Chili Roasted Butternut Squash   Save Print Prep time 20 mins Cook time 40 mins Total time 1 hour   Crystal's all ...

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Filed Under: Comfort Foods, Everyday Meals, Gluten Free, Post Work Out, Recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: butternut squash, chili, gluten free, holiday, maple, refined-sugar free, roasted squash, salad topper, side, vegan, vegetable side

Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats

October 30, 2017 by Crystal

I can't let October slide by without adding at least one pumpkin recipe! I'm sure some of you encounter the same problem as me....you open a jar of ...

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Filed Under: Brunch, Gluten Free, Post Work Out, Recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: apple, breakfast, gluten free, healthy breakfast, hemp hearts, meal prep, meal prep breakfast, overnight oats, pumpkin, refined-sugar free, vegan

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

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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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Green Monster Blender Muffins

April 27, 2021 By Crystal

These green monster blender muffins are a sneaky snack 🙂 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:

Chocolate Banana Carrot Patch Muffins

April 7, 2021 By Crystal

How cute are these carrot patch muffins? This recipe is totally customizable to create with or without the chocolate covered strawberries. The chocolate banana muffins are packed with fibre, whole fruit and have a delicious fudgey chocolate finish. I’m proud to be partnering with Gnusante Gnubees for this post! Gnubees is a local BC beverage…

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Air Fryer Cauliflower Bites

February 6, 2021 By Crystal

These cauliflower bites are the perfect addition to complement your GAME DAY snack buffet. I have a similar recipe that’s made in the oven, but I wanted to try these in my new Pampered Deluxe Chef Air Fryer! I left a few of them “naked” without the spicy sauce, so that they are approachable to everyone,…

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