When people ask me about a plant-based diet, in particular, active individuals and athletes, the first question is inevitably about the best vegan protein sources. What do you eat for protein? Where do you get your protein? How do you get enough protein? Wait, you don’t eat eggs, meat or dairy? What do you even…
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Mindset Shifts for Fat Loss
I just finished an 8 week transformation challenge with my gym and I wanted to share some of my thoughts on the whole process of fat loss. In my two-week challenge recap post I shared a ton of nutrition tips for fat loss but today I want to talk about the mentalities that play a role in…
Vegan Meal Prep Ideas | week 2 | burrito bowls
Weekly meal prep is so important when it comes to maintaining a healthy diet no matter how busy life gets. Spending a few hours a week is as small investment for the time, money and stress you’ll save by having healthy food prepped and ready to go. Stay tuned every Sunday as I share vegan meal…
Tips for Fat Loss + 2 Week Challenge Recap
I just finished up the first 2 weeks of an 2 month transformation challenge I’m participating in with my gym. It’s a partner challenge and I’m teaming up with my husband to see what we can accomplish during the 2 month commitment. The winner of the challenge will be taking home $10,000…so it’s quite the…
Vegan Broccoli Salad with Raisins
This vegan broccoli salad with raisins is a healthy version of classic, sweet and creamy broccoli salad. Traditional broccoli salad is typically made with mayonnaise and sugar and usually contains bacon. In this vegan version, soft tofu is used to create a thick, creamy, sweet and tangy dressing that pairs perfectly with broccoli, almonds, red onion…
6-Ingredient Easy Cheesy Vegan Zoodles
These easy, Cheesy Vegan Zoodles take just 10 minutes to make and only call for 6 simple ingredients. They’re low in fat, low carb and contain a whopping 19 grams of plant-based protein and 10 grams of fibre per serving! Plus, when you walk in the door hungry from from an busy day, you can…
Brownie Batter Overnight Protein Oats
Who wants brownie batter for breakfast? I probably didn’t need to ask, did I? Prep these thick brownie batter overnight protein oats the night before and you’ll be waking up to a bowl of brownie batter in the morning! It may seem like dessert but who says you can’t eat dessert for breakfast?! Overnight Oats For…
Roasted Garlic and Red Pepper Zoodles
Love roasted red peppers and roasted garlic? How about the two of them blended together with cheesy nutritional yeast? Sounds pretty good, doesn’t it? Well, these roasted garlic and red pepper zoodles combine all three of those ingredients into one healthy, low calorie, plant-based meal that’s packed with flavour and nutrition! Zucchini As A Staple…
Cauliflower Coconut Dahl
If you love lentil dahl, you’ll love this lower carb version of the classic Indian dish. Dahl is one of my favourite foods and regardless of how you make it, it’s a very hearty, wholesome and healthy meal. Lentils are high in fiber, vitamin and minerals and a good source of plant-based protein but if…
Why Am I So Hungry All The Time?
Why am I so hungry all the time? Have you ever asked yourself that question? Sometimes it’s real hunger and we need to eat but other times we are ravenous just 30 minutes after eating! What’s up? Today we’re taking a look at hunger, what causes it and what we can do to manage it. Before…
Vegan Chocolate Baked Oatmeal Bars
These vegan chocolate baked oatmeal bars are made with just 5 ingredients: banana, oats, cocoa, chocolate vegan protein powder and chocolate chips! And with just 18 grams of carbs, 3 grams of fat and 6 grams of protein per 114 calorie bar, they’re easy to fit into any nutrition plan. If you need a boost…
How to Make Cauliflower Rice Pudding
Some of you may think this recipe is a bit weird but imma post it anyways and you can think I’m weird if ya want! But just give it a chance. Cauliflower rice pudding. It’s a thing, I swear. I actually didn’t realize it was a think until I started making it, then went online to…
Quick Peanut Cauliflower Rice
I make some version of this peanut cauliflower rice all the time so I thought it was about time I shared it with you! It’s super easy to make and comes together in just a few minutes, even with making the cauliflower rice! If you prep the cauliflower rice ahead of time, you’re looking at…
Low Carb Vegan Chow Mein
Low carb vegan chow mein? Wha? Yep…it’s happening! Thanks to oodles of zucchini noodles this quick and easy dish is low carb, low fat and packs plenty of plant-based nutrition in each and every bowl! Low Carb Vegan Chow Mein Made with zoodles – Buy a spiralizer if you don’t have one! Low in fat…
17 Simple Nutrition Tips for Vegan Athletes
Wait. CrossFit and Vegan? Yep, it’s true! Not everyone who does CrossFit eats paleo. There’s little old me and I get by just fine without eating meat. It’s really no big deal if you just stick to whole foods and eat the right amount of them. I have plenty of energy, I recover well, I’m…
23 Vegan Flexible Dieting Meal and Snack Ideas
I just finished up 12 weeks of vegan flexible dieting with flying colours and after a week or so off tracking I’m starting up again with new goals for the next 6 weeks. It was nice not to worry about it for a while, I still ate normally and healthy but didn’t measure or track…
Skinny Vegan Chocolate Chip Zucchini Muffins
Vegan chocolate chip zucchini muffins? Yep, more baking! Carbs, carbs, carbs, carbs! Do you reach for fattier foods when you want a treat, or higher-carb items liked baked goods? I’m carbs all the way, whether it be banana, sliced apple, homemade cookies, sprouted grain toast or these skinny vegan chocolate chip zucchini muffins! With my…
Healthy Carrot Slaw with Baked BBQ Tofu
One of my favourite inexpensive kitchen tools is my julienne peeler. I have a mandolin and spiralizer but don’t always like getting those out or the cleaning them that comes after! If you have a simple julienne peeler at home, get it out and get makin’ this super quick, healthy carrot slaw! If not, you can grab one…
Vegan Flexible Dieting Meal Plans + 6 Week Check-In
Today, I’m checking in with you to share my nutrition challenge progress as well as a few days worth of vegan flexible dieting meal plans. On Monday, I’ll be 6 weeks into my challenge using flexible dieting to help reach my fitness goals. Guys, it’s been crazy. My weight has fluctuated up and down, up dan…
Creamy Roasted Asparagus and Zoodle Pasta Salad
Yep, this is the third zoodle recipe I’ve posted in less than 2 weeks. What can I say, I love zoodles! Or rather, I love pasta..lol, but I don’t really love how it makes me feel but zoodles are close enough and this Creamy Roasted Asparagus and Zoodle Pasta Salad is just da. bomb….diggity-bomb. While I’m…