Homemade Healthy Chocolate Delight Ice Cream
When the weather is hot, you want to cool down with a refreshing treat, right? How about a healthy option that’s tasty too! :) Try this Homemade Healthy Chocolate Delight Ice Cream and it’s variations. It only takes a few minutes to make and uses minimal ingredients. Homemade Healthy Chocolate Delight Ice Cream (Original Version) 3 bananas, […]
No-Bake Carrot Cake Balls
Oh. My. Goodness. These No-Bake Carrot Cake Balls are soooooo delicious!! As usual, they are extremely easy to make (I love anything no–bake) and according to some, they taste like ginger molasses cookies. Yum! If you’re looking for a healthy snack, I highly recommend these. Ingredients: – 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut – 6 medjool dates, […]
Set and Forget Slow Cooker Chili {recipe}
Autumn is upon us after what ended up being a lovely and warm September (at least in Ottawa). I’m a summer gal, but I know many love the coziness of this season, curling up in warm sweaters under a blanket eating comfort food. One thing I do love about this time of year is the […]
Easy Adult Lunches – Salad in a Jar and Mix & Match
Many adults spend between $30-60 each week buying lunches. That ends up being over $1500 on the low end! With some simple prep in advance you can save money and eat healthier. In the video below I show some options for a healthy and delicious lunch that you can mix and match to suits your tastes, […]
Simple Seafood Stir Fry {recipe}
Looking for a quick and easy meal that works for lunch or dinner? Try this simple seafood stir fry. You can make it with whatever vegetables you have on hand and no need to pre-thaw anything. It’s perfect for those days you come home and there’s nothing ready to eat and you forgot to take […]
Three Super Simple Salads {Recipes with Grocery List}
Eating healthy doesn’t have to be complicated. A salad is a great, EASY way to get your protein and (lots of) veggies in! Here are three salad options for you with a grocery list so you have all the items you need to make them. Each salad below took me less than 10 minutes to […]
10-Minute Easy Tuna Patties {Recipe}
Do you ever have that moment when you come home from work, you’re super hungry, and there’s nothing ready to eat? Of course you have! We all have experienced that. In those cases, one of my go-to defaults is a tuna salad (meaning a salad with tuna on it, not the typical mayo-heavy kind). However, […]
4 Habits to Get the Spring Back in Your Step
Spring is a time of renewal. There’s a fresh feeling of newness in the air as many us get out of hibernation mode. A common complaint I hear from clients and friends during this transition from Winter to Spring is a lack of energy. People still feel sluggish and tired from the long, dark Winter […]
Tomato Balsamic Slow Cooker Chicken {Recipe}
Using the slow cooker is one of the best ways to prepare food because it’s so EASY!! I’m a lazy cook, so I’m always looking for ways to make preparing food as painless as possible…and if I can have leftovers, even better! :) This Tomato Balsamic Slow Cooker Chicken recipe can be prepped in under 10 […]
Decadent (and Healthy) Chocolate Brownies {recipe}
Decadent… AND healthy?! Yup, you read that correctly! These brownies are sure to be a crowd favorite and no one will ever guess the secret ingredient… black beans. Seriously. Don’t knock it until you try it. And, in keeping with all my other recipes, they are super easy to make with minimal ingredients. I’m sharing […]
Quick Meal: Tuna Egg Muffins {recipe}
Who doesn’t love a quick and easy meal? Especially one prepared in advance and already for you in the fridge! These Tuna Egg Muffins are a variation of my Broccoli Egg Muffins. Pop a few for breakfast or snack. They are perfect for bringing with you on the go or at work. Ingredients: • 4 […]
4 Simple Tips for Eating Healthy at a Restaurant
Staying on plan or making healthy choices at a restaurant doesn’t have to be tough or complicated. Most restaurants can accommodate any specific requests you have, but you can keep it simple with these 4 tips. Tip #1: When in doubt, go with meat and veggies. Generally speaking, the healthiest […]
Baked Berry Protein Oatmeal {recipe}
Hands up if you often struggle with what to eat for breakfast. I know I do. Sure, I’ve got my go-to eggs and toast or a protein smoothie or regular oatmeal, but sometimes I want something different. Enter the Baked Berry Protein Oatmeal. It’s warm, healthy and easy to make with minimal ingredients. Here’s what […]
10 Sneaky, Simple Ways to Eat More Veggies
We all know we should eat more vegetables, but it’s often tough to eat enough of them. Here are 10 ways to eat more vegetables:1. Smoothie – eat a smoothie for breakfast or snack. Add a cup of spinach and some berries. You won’t taste the spinach, I promise.2. Chop in advance – spend 30-45 minutes […]
Quick Breakfast Idea – Mayo-Free Egg Salad {recipe}
Do you love egg salad but aren’t keen on mayonnaise? Ya, me too! Egg salad is a great breakfast alternative to eggs and toast, especially in the summer months when it’s hot out and you want to eat something cold. Using just 3-4 ingredients you can quickly make a cold, power-packed breakfast that’s tasty and […]
