Vegan

By Mercedes Kay Gold, CNP, CPT

Tahini is a totally addictive nutritious super food that deserves more love. Tahini is made from toasted ground hulled sesame seeds. It is a Middle Eastern condiment, but also found in other countries cuisines. … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

Looking for an alternative to the genetically-modified canola oil-based Caesar salad dressings that claim to be healthier choices? This vegan Caesar dressing is not only made with simple and super nutritious ingredients, it’s so delicious that even … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

This vegan chili makes dinner time meal prep a snap! You can have it ready for serving in 25 minutes flat, from start to finish. Serve it up with some salad greens and a side of veggies, … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

Give this vegan grilled “cheese” sandwich a try. You may find it tastier than a grilled cheese made with those plastic-wrapped, fluorescent-coloured, cheese product slices, and undoubtedly much healthier.

Ingredients

• 1 ¼ cups water

• 1/3 cup rolled

By Mercedes Kay Gold, CNP, CPT

Chilled to the bone thanks to the frigid air, bitter wind and below freezing temperatures are typical Canadian frosty feelings in February. Wintertime self-love should be focused on eating nutrient dense grounding comfort foods. … [More...]

By Jamie-Lynn Shaw, BHSc, CNP, PTS, NNCP

I love making healthy variations of some of my favourite, yet not-so-healthy dishes! When I am craving some comfort food this is one of my go-to pasta dishes. This dish is dairy free, … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

Shortbread dropped off my Christmas baking list about 20 years ago when I resolved to only bake healthy treats, but I have to say this oh so simple vegan shortbread recipe would make any health nut proud.… [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

Living in the forest forced me to rethink my approaches to healthy cooking, and from that was born a whole new, healthier way of crafting one of my favourite comfort foods – vegan shepherd’s pie.

Stovetop boosted … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

Who says gingerbread should be reserved for winter holidays? These vegan gingerbread cookies, made with spelt and coconut oil, are a snap to whip up, and they’ll spice up any picnic basket. Adults and kids alike will … [More...]