I made chocolate for my sweethearts this Valentine’s Day. I had all of the ingredients and have been wanting to make it for so long, and I am so glad that I did. It was easier than I ever could have imagined. Here are the steps and links to the ingredients that you will need: First…
Superfood Hot Chocolate Mix
This is a grown up version of a favourite cold-weather treat. The addition of superfoods to the mix makes this not just a treat, but highly nutritious as well. The flavours are subtle yet complex. Use this formula and experiment with your favourite combinations. 9 tbsp raw cacao powder 3 tbsp carob powder 3 tbsp lucuma…
Superfood Post-Workout Recovery Elixir
One of the things that my clients struggle with the most is what to eat or drink after their workouts. Green Smoothies work great, but it depends on when you are working out. This combination is my favourite recovery elixir. I do a lot of cycling and love to drink it after rigorous bike rides,…
The Ultimate Detox Salad
This is a delicious main dish salad that can be thrown together in minutes and is so good for you too. The cilantro and parsley are both heavy metal detoxifiers which aid in removing mercury, lead, cadmium, aluminum and other heavy metals that are found in our everyday environment. This is a great salad to…
Raspberry Coconut Chia Pudding
This is a super simple, delicious and filling pudding that is soon to become your favourite treat. Experiment with this recipe by adding your favourite ingredients. 1 cup raspberries (fresh or frozen and thawed) 3 tbsp chia seeds 1 cup coconut milk or almond milk (or 1/2 cup Yoso plain coconut yogurt plus 1/2 cup…
Red Velvet Smoothie
Do you remember that cake your mom used to make, you know the one with the chocolate and beets added for richness. Well this smoothie is reminiscent of that, except it is so much better for you!! I love beets in my smoothie. They add a complex layer of sweetness and so much nutrition. This…
Beet and Carrot Slaw
This is a simple, earthy salad that is beautiful to look at and takes no time at all to make in the food processor using the grater attachment. 2 1/2 cups grated carrots 1 1/2 cups grated raw beets 2/3 cup crumbled goat cheese (optional) 1/2 tsp Herbamare or regular sea salt 1 1/2 tsp…