After my smoothie bowl post the other day, I wanted to provide you with the newest granola recipe I whipped up for a breakfast nutrition class at Sobeys the other day. Quick, easy, crunchy, chunky, and delicious! Maple Pecan Granola (~Serves 15 as a topping) Ingredients: 2 cup large flake oats (I used Bob’s RedContinue reading “Maple Pecan Granola”
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Very Berry Smoothie Bowl!
Happy Hump Day! Are you looking for a mid-week boost and something to cool you down in this hot weather? This smoothie bowl is the perfect idea to refresh, cool-down and a great way to nourish your body. Adding protein powder is optional.. however I strongly recommend adding protein to amp up the satiety ofContinue reading “Very Berry Smoothie Bowl!”
THE BEST Southwest Dressing (Wholesome Ingredients, Vegan, & Delicious!)
I tried out Vegenaise for the first time back in December…. and fell in love! It is an egg-free mayonnaise. You can opt to use regular mayo or ..I would recommend trying out Vegenaise for this recipe. You won’t regret it. I think it tastes better than the traditional egg mayo. No need to be veganContinue reading “THE BEST Southwest Dressing (Wholesome Ingredients, Vegan, & Delicious!)”
The Juice Bust! Why you should cut back on juice in your diet.
Many of us believe that consuming loads of orange juice will fuel us with Vitamin C and many other fruity benefits. But… is it really all that good for us? Juice is often misconceived as a healthy beverage to quench your thirst and fuel your mornings. Why am I personally against drinking juice (specifically pasteurizedContinue reading “The Juice Bust! Why you should cut back on juice in your diet.”
Chocolate Dipped Chia Energy Bites (happy healthy snacking!)
Hi guys! I am so sorry! I have been MIA from A Teaspoon of Bliss for way too long. I have been very busy with the new job (plus teaching yoga on the side!). Now that I am all settled in, I am ready to get back at it and will continue to share myContinue reading “Chocolate Dipped Chia Energy Bites (happy healthy snacking!)”
The Ultimate Trail Mix Cookie! A family favourite.
The appearance of these guys doesn’t do the flavour justice. MMMmmm these cookies turned out SO good and they are packed with nutrient dense ingredients (…ALOT of ingredients). What you will need (~18-20 cookies): Dry ingredients: 1 cup oat flour 1/2 cup gluten free flour (I have used corn flour, almond flour, and quinoa flour,Continue reading “The Ultimate Trail Mix Cookie! A family favourite.”
Feeling Sluggish? Learn how you can you eat for energy…
Do you ever have those mornings where you feel tired, sloth-like, have a lack of motivation, and are crying for energy? (I thought this photo of the pup was a great way to demonstrate that feeling). Trust. I think we have all been there. So how can we get out of that tired rut? DietContinue reading “Feeling Sluggish? Learn how you can you eat for energy…”
Puffed Quinoa Seed Bars
Gluten-free, dairy-free and nutrition packed bars made with only whole ingredients. I was looking to make bars similar to one of my favourite brands, KIND bars. However, I had no almonds and nuts in the house so I decided to do a puffed quinoa bar version instead using whatever ingredients I could find! They are actuallyContinue reading “Puffed Quinoa Seed Bars”
Vegan/Vegetarian Quinoa Chili
This recipe is warm and filling for those cool nights ahead of us. It is packed with various sources of plant-based proteins: quinoa, red kidney beans, chickpeas, and textured vegetable protein (TVP). This recipe also passed the test with my dad (a meat-eater)… he absolutely loved it! I calculated the nutrition facts based on 12Continue reading “Vegan/Vegetarian Quinoa Chili”
Peaches n’ Hemp Oat Cookies
I LOVE peach season! However, I am sure I’m not the only one who finds that all the peaches you buy ripen at the exact same time. So… I thought I would create a new recipe with some of the ones I bought before they go bad. Recipe makes ~12 cookies. Combine Dry Ingredients andContinue reading “Peaches n’ Hemp Oat Cookies”
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