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Chocolate Chia Brownies

We all deserve a little indulgence once in a while. Nothing spells decadent dessert to me more than chocolate brownies! This chocolate chia brownie recipe is all kinds of goodness: tons of fiber (from the beans, yes beans!) and Omega-3 fatty acids (from the chia seeds). And the best part? You don’t have to sacrifice taste for a …

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Zucchini Noodles (“zoodles”) with Avocado Pesto Sauce

Sometimes a girl just wants her pasta! For those days when you crave a big bowl of linguine, but don’t want to carb load, try this delicious and seriously addictive paleo version: Zucchini Noodles (“zoodles”) with Avocado Pesto Sauce. It’s all the taste without the guilt!   Zucchini noodles (or “zoodles” as I like to call them) …

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Delicata Squash Fries

Delicata squash may not be as popular as it’s cousins butternut squash or pumpkin, but this little squash is sweeter and easier to work with! The next time you are craving fries, make these baked delicata squash fries, and I promise you will be hooked on this great little squash. I was introduced to the …

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Mediterranean Chick Pea Salad

Who says salads don’t contain enough protein? This tangy and delicious Mediterranean Chick Pea Salad is packed with clean plant protein and will leave you feeling full and satiated. It’s a great make-ahead salad for lunches. I love a good mediterranean salad! It’s actually my favourite go-to healthy option at regular restaurants (with dressing on …

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Vegan Cream of Broccoli Soup

Broccoli, celery, onion, and garlic- these are basic ingredients of this wholesome, warming, and nutrient-dense soup. This cream of broccoli soup is a great low-cal, high-nutrient food that makes a great meal-in-a-bowl and is amazing for detoxification and reducing inflammation. A cup of broccoli contains 2.6g of protein, 135% of your recommended daily intake of …

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Spicy Fish Tacos

Who doesn’t love tacos? After all, tacos are the new burritos. Burritos are so 2012, eh? Tacos are loved by all because they are the perfect handheld transportation system for spicy Mexican ingredients! I have personally been addicted to spicy fish tacos for the past year. I see them popping up on menus all over …

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Low-carb Mashed Cauliflower

If you love mashed potatoes but hate the starchy carbs, try this scrumptious low-carb alternative made from cauliflower with a dash of coconut oil, giving this recipe a rich flavour. I happen to come across a gorgeous purple cauliflower at the grocery store the other day, fell in love and brought it home! Instead of roasting the …

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