Crystal Higgins

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

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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 ...

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Comfort Foods, Everyday Meals, Gluten Free, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan Tagged With: air fryer, appetizer, buffalo cauliflower, cauliflower, cauliflower bites, cauliflower wings, game day food, gluten free, healthy appetizer, plant based, vegan

What’s All the Buzz About Plant Protein?

January 17, 2021 by Crystal

Looking to explore the world of plant-based proteins? Plant-based diets have gained a lot of attention in recent years, but it doesn't have to be an ...

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Filed Under: Lifestyle, Nutrition Updates Tagged With: plant based, plant based meal ideas, plant protein, plant-based protein, vegan, vegetarian

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

Walnut Mushroom Veggie Burgers

October 28, 2020 by Crystal

When my husband gives the green light to a veggie burger, I know its worth sharing! The original inspiration for this burger came from one of my ...

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Filed Under: Comfort Foods, Everyday Meals, Recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: burgers, cashew mushroom sliders, high fibre, high protein, plant based, plant based meal ideas, vegan, vegetarian, veggie burgers, walnut mushroom, walnut mushroom veggie burgers

Best Vegetarian Chili

October 15, 2020 by Crystal

This is truly the ONLY vegetarian chili recipe that you'll need! Chili is a GO-TO for our family year round. One-pot meals like this are great for ...

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Filed Under: Comfort Foods, Everyday Meals, Gluten Free, Low Carb, Recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: balanced meal, chili, easy meals, gluten free, healthy dinners, high fibre, one pot meal, plant based, simple meals, vegan, vegetarian

Chocolate Coconut Energy Balls

September 7, 2020 by Crystal

Chocolate Coconut Energy Balls   Save Print Prep time 15 mins Total time 15 mins   School safe, nut-free snack option that ...

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Filed Under: Desserts, Gluten Free, Post Work Out, Recipes, Snacks Tagged With: black beans, chocolate, chocolate coconut energy balls, coconut, dairy fre, energy balls, gluten free, healthy snacks, nut free, power ball, school safe, vegan

Roasted Brussel Sprouts

February 7, 2020 by Crystal

"Crystal, what is your favourite food to cook?" This is a particularly hard question for me to answer as I love almost ALL FOOD and enjoy so much ...

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Cocktail Parties, Comfort Foods, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: brussel sprouts, gluten free, nutritional yeast, vegan, vegetarian

Cheezy-Tomato Kale Chips

September 3, 2019 by Crystal

This is one of my all-time favourite vegetable sides to make. It is sure to please any crowd and it's easy enough that even my husband knows how to ...

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Cocktail Parties, Comfort Foods, Everyday Meals, Gluten Free, Post Work Out, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan Tagged With: dairy free, gluten free, greens, kale, kale chips, snack, soy free, sugar free, vegan, vegetable side

DIY Mason Jar Cookies

December 14, 2018 by Crystal

DIY Mason Jar Cookies   Save Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 10 mins Total time 20 mins   Vegan chocolate chip cookies ...

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Filed Under: Comfort Foods, Desserts, Gluten Free, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan Tagged With: cookies, dessert, DIY, holiday gifts, mason jars, sweet treats, vega, vegan

Carrot Cake Energy Balls

October 28, 2018 by Crystal

Carrot Cake Energy Balls   Save Print Prep time 10 mins Total time 10 mins   A healthy, no-bake and nut-free alternative to ...

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Filed Under: Comfort Foods, Gluten Free, Post Work Out, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian Dishes Tagged With: carrot cake, carrot cake energy balls, daycare snack, energy balls, gluten free, kids snacks, no sugar added, nut free, pre workout, quick snack, vegan

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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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