Author: Deb

Summer Squash Rice Bowls

Filled with an easy garden stir-fry, sprinkled with some toasted sunflower seeds, and served in adorable summer squash bowls, these celebrate the joy of eating the rainbow! Add some sunshine to your meal!

Crispy Italian Tofu

This easy and flavourful version of tofu is quick and delicious. The garlicky marinade is soaked through and the crunchy texture makes a perfect addition to a garden rice stir fry.

Easy Hot Fudge Sauce

Just a few simple ingredients and your hot fudge sauce is ready to pour over whatever you want! It is great over any vegan ice cream, sliced bananas, or make a Hot Fudge BNice Creamy Sundae! Also great for making a smooth Chocolate Cooldown! 

Marvelous Mindful Pesto

This pesto sauce really is better than the original! With a bright bite of fresh greens, lots of fresh garlic and some sunflower seed richness, this vegan version is versatile, quick, inexpensive, and easy to make, as well as being low fat and very nutritious. With a few additions, you […]

Raspberry Cream Cheeze

This quick and simple combination of creaminess and sweet summer fruit makes a great topping for a whole grain bagel. It would pair well with a Fresh Green Smoothie for a quick, delicious, and nutritious breakfast, or a mid-morning snack.

Blueberry Crumble Scones

It’s blueberry season again! Time to treat yourself and your family or friends to some fresh Blueberry Crumble Scones! These are made with applesauce for an extra dash of goodness and a sweet crumble in the mix for a sweet surprise! Great fresh from the oven or split and toasted […]

Maple Pecan Spice Cake

In honour of my Dad’s love of maple and cake, and in honour of marigolds, here is a wonderfully pecan-rich, applesauce-moist, spice cake. The maple fudge icing is a lovely treat, and pairs well with a not-too-sweet cake. Happy Birthday, Dad!  

Mexican Fiesta Salad

This  Mexican Fiesta Salad uses lots of the fresh and flavourful ingredients you might find in a enchilada but this one is cooler! Quick to create but very satisfying, it is also an easy, make-ahead meal that keeps well!

Curried Rice Salad

This light and lovely Curried Rice Salad makes a wonderful summer meal!  A quick combination of cooled rice, some fresh veggies, and an easy mix of spices and you have the perfect food for a hot day! This would be great at a picnic or just in your own backyard! […]

Fresh Raspberry Vinaigrette

Fresh raspberries are a special treat! This dressing is so incredibly simple and quick, you’ll never want store-bought again! This has a wonderful sweet and tangy bite and pairs so well with summer greens! It can be made ahead and keeps well.  

BNice Cream Sundaes

As the weather warms up, here are some great ideas to keep cool and healthy! Freeze lots of ripe bananas in preparation! You’ll be amazed at the creaminess and flavours of this dairy-free, sugar-free goodness! So many options!