Pumpkin Pie
After spending several Thanksgivings in Canada my love for pumpkin pie has grown. The first few times I couldn't understand what all the fuzz was about. Store bought pumpkin pies especially are loaded with added sugar and not much was left of…
Anti-inflammatory Nori Wraps
This recipe is great as a an appetizer or side dish for 4 people. Many symptoms start with inflammation that continue to exist because the immune system is constantly being challenged. Anti-inflammatory foods do not trigger extra inflammation…
Vitamin E rich Kiwi Smoothie Bowl
This smoothie can be used as a facial mask but it is also very tasty to eat for breakfast, snack or dinner. It contains adequate amounts of omega 3 fatty acids, protein and is high in the antioxidant Vitamin E.
Antioxidants are as the name…
Turmeric Goji Bites
Makes 15 - 20 bites
200 gram almond meal or raw almonds
100 gram unsweetened coconut flakes
6 Medjool dates
2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
1 tbsp. Golden Milk powder or turmeric powder
100 gram dried goji berries
If you are using raw…
Raspberry Chlorella Cacao Smoothie
During our Yoga Day Retreat which I organized with Julia Engelbrecht, I discussed the benefit of chlorella (a type of fresh water algae) on the immune system. I came up with this smoothie which combines the sweet and refreshing taste of raspberries…
Buckwheat Pancakes
This easy to make satiating breakfast is quick to make and very nutritious. Select the fruit you have on hand and vary with other toppings. I choose hemp seeds, walnuts, coconut flakes and cinnamon.
Ingredients for 4 pancakes
100 gr. buckwheat…
Pesto Purselane Pepper with Millet
With my grocery list in my hand I biked to the farmers market. As usual I bought way too much and it was almost impossible to all carry it back. Once home I was glad I ended up with fresh purselane. The dew droplets were still seen on the leaves…
Red Pepper Frittata with Sweet Potato
Lunch for 2
Red pepper with Frittata and Sweet Potato
4 eggs
1 red pepper
1 onion
1 clove garlic
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp. herbs of choice
1 large boiled sweet potatoes
handful of fresh coriander
Cut the onion and press the garlic.…
Watercress salad with pinenuts
Lunch for 3
Watercress salad with Pinenuts
Bunch of watercress (washed)
1 washed cucumber
1/2 red cabbage (grated)
100 gr. pinenuts
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 fresh leaves of basil
salt and pepper…
Healthier than Baguette
Homemade bread with grassfed butter and raw veggies.
I have shared this ancient bread recipe before from Greenhouse. My favourite go-to when I was living in Toronto. If in a rush, you can opt for a store bought gluten-free bread. (YAM has…