Crystal Higgins

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

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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

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

Lentil Marinara Sauce with Spaghetti Squash

August 15, 2016 by Crystal

4.0 from 2 reviews Lentil Marinara Sauce with Spaghetti Squash   Save Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 45 mins Total time 55 ...

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Filed Under: Comfort Foods, Everyday Meals, Gluten Free, Post Work Out, Recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: dairy free, gluten free, low calorie, meatless monday, red lentils, refined-sugar free, spaghetti squash, tomato sauce, vegan, vegetarian

Spread the Love

July 25, 2016 by Crystal

Meet Abe & Jeff - the co-founders of Habibis Mediterranean Foods!I had the pleasure of visiting the factory in Surrey, BC where they produce 100% ...

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Filed Under: Lifestyle, Nutrition Updates Tagged With: dips, gluten free, habibis, hummus, local foods, mediterranean, natural, refined-sugar free, vegan

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

Watermelon Feta Avocado Salad

May 30, 2016 by Crystal

Watermelon Feta Avocado Salad   Save Print Prep time 10 mins Total time 10 mins   A simple and seasonal, light summer salad. ...

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Brunch, Everyday Meals, Gluten Free, Recipes, Salads, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: avocado, BBQ side, feta, gluten free, refined-sugar free, salad, summer salad, vegetarian, watermelon

Blueberry Cinnamon Breakfast Bowl

March 2, 2016 by Crystal

There's nothing like waking up to a warm bowl of oatmeal on a cold day. I have to admit, when I first heard about adding egg whites to oatmeal I was ...

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Filed Under: Comfort Foods, Everyday Meals, Gluten Free, Post Work Out, Recipes, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: blueberry, cinnamon, egg whites, gluten free, high protein, oatmeal, refined-sugar free, vegetarian

Green Monster Smoothie

February 28, 2016 by Crystal

Green Monster Yogurt Smoothie   Save Print Prep time 5 mins Total time 5 mins   A well balanced breakfast in a glass or ...

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Filed Under: Everyday Meals, Gluten Free, Post Work Out, Recipes, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: chia seeds, gluten free, green monster, green smoothie, refined-sugar free, smoothie, vegetarian

Vegetarian Pizza

January 28, 2016 by Crystal

Vegetarian Pizza   Save Print Prep time 15 mins Cook time 10 mins Total time 25 mins   Author: Crystal Recipe type: ...

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Filed Under: Comfort Foods, Everyday Meals, Gluten Free, Recipes, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: cauliflower crust pizza, gluten free, healthy, high fibre, kale, pizza, refined-sugar free, sweet potato, 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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