We started the day off for this hike completely in the fog, with absolutely no views. However we started anyways because you just never know. And as it would happen, we totally lucked out! The Olympic National Park is much different than our normal stomping ground of Glacier National Park . But one thing you should know is it hold it’s own peculiar charms, and will have you hooked in no time....

This Paleo Fish and Chips has a shatteringly crisp batter that’s perfect dipped into a homemade tartar sauce – pair it all with home fries, and you have some serious comfort food made completely gluten-free! Fish and chips have always been one of my favorite things. And while I know I say so many things are my favorites, fish and chips is right up there with my #1 – pizza!...

I have a confession….. I’ve never de-seeded a pomegranate until recently! I love their crunchy, juicy sweetness in salads, desserts, and even curries, but I never buy them because they seem like so much work. I saw this video on Life Hacker about how-to de-seed a pomegranate in 10 seconds, and I thought ‘now that’s something I can handle’. So… I decided to take the plunge, and give it a whirl....

Energy bites are one of my favorite things to have around because they’re awesome as a snack on a mountain top in Glacier National Park . Or they’re equally good in the car on the way from one appointment to another when I just don’t think I can make it until dinner time. On one of my recent grocery trips, I noticed they were carrying a new season fall flavor called Pumpkin Pie, so of course I decided to try it....

These Thai Meatballs with Mango Coconut Sauce are so easy to make, perfectly moist, and a great change of pace on the dinner table! They’re gluten-free and dairy-free. The zucchini keeps them perfectly moist, and the almond flour holds them together. Pair those savory meatballs with a creamy coconut-mango sauce, and you have a crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make every week! I’m often asked how I come up with recipes, and to be honest, it’s a bit of a mystery to me most of the time, too....

These Thai Stir Fry Curry Zucchini Noodles are our favorite meatless meal that’s also gluten free and vegan! It’s chock full of veggies and nutrients, but doesn’t skip out on the flavor. You can make this simple dish in just a few minutes in the fry pan. It’s also a great way to use up lots of zucchini if you have an abundance and the perfect way to fit extra veggies into your diet....

These Tostones with Mango Salsa and Cilantro Chimichurri were inspired by a tasty dish we had at a restaurant that I just had to create a version for at home. Bright and sweet mango salsa piled over freshly cooked tostones all drizzled with a Cilantro Chimichurri makes this one of our all time favorite appetizers. A couple weeks ago, we went on a mini vacation to Fernie B.C. to celebrate our anniversary (we got married there 7 years ago) ....

Fluffy and perfectly spiced, these Almond Flour Pumpkin Muffins are everything I love about fall baking! Your house will smell incredible the minute you have these baking. And I guarantee they won’t last very long once they’re done. They’re gluten-free, grain-free, and paleo as well as dairy-free when you use the avocado oil option. They freeze nicely which makes them great to make ahead for grab-and-go breakfasts or snacks....

We’re pretty big into Caesar Salad around here, in fact, it’s one of the only things that we eat on a regular basis! It’s also our favorite date-night recipe to make because it’s so easy, and we never get tired of it! After you make a recipe with someone many times, it starts to become easy enough to do in your sleep – which is perfect for those nights when you’re completely exhausted at the end of the week but still wanting something healthy and ultimately satisfying!...

These easy Baked Turkey Meatballs are all-purpose and great for freezer meal prepping because they go with just about any sauce you can think of from Italian to Indian-inspired cuisine! They’re naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and made with almond flour. They come together quickly and are perfect for spaghetti and meatballs. But we also love adding these turkey meatballs to stroganoff sauce, butter chicken sauce, or my Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce ....

Ummm… Yum! That’s it – that’s all the words coming to mind at the moment! Sometimes I feel the need to break out of the green smoothie world and make something decadent – like this dessert in a glass! Banana cream pie is one of my favorite pies, (who can pick anyways, all pie flavors are good) but I don’t often make a whole pie anymore unless we have company to help with the leftovers....

Carrot juice has always been my favorite juice to order out, and it’s super easy to make at home too. You can run the ingredients for this recipe through a juicer, or follow my method for using a blender instead. Bright orange with a hint of ginger, this juice is incredibly refreshing and the perfect way to hydrate. There’s just something about carrot juice I find extra hydrating. So whenever I’ve been overindulgent, you’ll find me making some fresh carrot juice at home....

One of my friends messaged me a few weeks back asking if I happened to have a recipe for shrimp tacos. I make fish tacos at home all the time, but up until now I’ve never made shrimp tacos at home. Maybe it’s because I almost always eat seafood tacos when I’m out that I’ve never put together a recipe before, but these are simple enough that you’re going to want to make them often....

I love bright fresh salads with a hint of richness. This Citrus Quinoa Salad is refreshing and light, zesty with fresh cilantro, and with an added creaminess from the avocados. It’s chock full of super-foods, and the quinoa makes it high in protein as well. If I’m making extra for leftovers, I leave out the avocado. That way, you can add it as you go and it doesn’t turn brown and mushy....

I know everything is about to go all pumpkin, but right now I just can’t get over the abundance of sun ripened tomatoes! I promise there’s some fall recipes heading your way, but let’s just hang on to summer a little longer shall we? This pasta is super easy and oh so indulgent. It’s all made right in one pot with the sauce and pasta cooking together. Then for the final touches you add mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, and tons of fragrant basil for an ultra creamy yet fresh tasting bowl of goodness....

This Ginger Beer Mocktail takes just 5 minutes to stir together and is incredibly refreshing! Bright lemon flavor combines with fresh herbs and zesty ginger in this fun mocktail. It’s perfect for year-round celebrations from backyard BBQ’s and picnics to holiday dinners and entertaining. There’s a local company where we live that makes the tastiest Ginger beer (aka ginger bug)! It’s rich in ginger flavor and not overly sweet....

This Homemade Maple Ice Cream is perfectly creamy and simply silky smooth. It has a wonderful maple flavor that pairs well with so many desserts, but especially with my Gluten Free Apple Crisp . It’s simple and can be made ahead and frozen to be a firmer texture. Or enjoy it right out of the ice cream machine for a soft-serve texture. And as a bonus, there’s no refined sugar in this recipe, just pure maple syrup !...

This in depth run down of How I Meal Prep for the Week takes you through all my simple tips, plus my favorite recipes to help you eat healthier through each week. Food prepping is a real lifesaver for busy weeks, which come to think of it, seems to be every week. I always notice a distinct difference in how well the work week goes depending on whether or not I’ve prepped anything ahead....

I love the concept behind nourish bowls – i.e. bowls of great tasting food packed with healthy nutrients! Of course I love all bowl foods, so I might be predisposed to like these! If you think about it, most favorite foods are bowl foods from ice cream to burrito bowls – what’s not to love? Recently I found this great sprouted blend, (at Costco) with wild rice, brown rice, and quinoa – from there I was off and running!...

Just as good as the classic Toll House, these Oat Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies are all golden brown crispy edges and gooey soft centers. They’re gluten-free and whole grain as well thanks to the oat flour. This recipe is based on the chocolate chip cookies my mom always made for us growing up. And they’re every bit as good as my memory of them! Did you grow up eating the classic chocolate chip cookies from Toll House?...