jaclyn, Author at Holistic Foodie

Spiralized Sweet Potato Noodles with Pesto & Coconut Bacon

August 27, 2019 By jaclyn Leave a Comment

Recently, I was having one of those days where I had no idea what to make for lunch. Usually, I keep it pretty simple or have leftovers, but it wasn’t an option on this particular day. And so, these sweet potato noodles made their debut. I am a big fan of sweet potato noodles over other veggie noodles because I find they hold up better when cooked. You can also check out my other sweet potato noodle recipe over here too. This recipe couldn’t be easier to whip up for days where you don’t know what to make.

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Vegan Pumpkin Smoothie with Date Caramel Sauce

August 22, 2019 By jaclyn Leave a Comment

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As August is winding down and September is right around the corner, it’s almost time for pumpkin, right?! Even if this is a bit early, it’s actually a really nice transition smoothie for fall. And to be fair, I am almostttt ready for fall recipes and food. As much as I love summer and all the fresh produce, I really like fall cooking. Crockpot recipes, soups, stews and hearty dishes are some of the ways to my heart. And this vegan pumpkin smoothie with salted almond date caramel sauce is going to make this transition a lot easier.

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Paleo Fish Tacos: Gluten Free & Grain Free

August 15, 2019 By jaclyn Leave a Comment

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Turns out, I am kinda good at keeping secrets because I’ve been making these paleo fish tacos for a while now. Somehow, I haven’t shared it though and that is a shame. So I decided to change that immediately, your welcome! As summer is beginning to wind down (how it’s mid-August already blows my mind?!), and I thought these tacos would be the perfect summer send-off.

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Loaded Burger Bowl: With Special Sauce (Paleo)

July 31, 2019 By jaclyn Leave a Comment

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This loaded burger bowl is my take on a deconstructed Big Mac. And it is damn delicious! To be completely honest, I don’t even want a regular burger on a bun anymore, just feed me this salad and I am good. As long as the special sauce is on there, I don’t need much else in life. I added a few non traditional ingredients, but they work in this recipe and I know you’ll love it too.

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Matcha Coconut Ice Cream: No Churn, Vegan & Dairy Free

July 30, 2019 By jaclyn Leave a Comment

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The temperatures are up over here in Toronto and that means the AC is blasting and the ice cream is melting. At least that is what happened when I attempted to photograph this matcha coconut ice cream. But it was well worth it in the end. I loved making this dairy free, no-churn ice cream because not only is it minimal in terms of ingredients, it could not be easier to make.

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Mexican Street Corn Salad Made Healthy

July 24, 2019 By jaclyn Leave a Comment

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If you’re anything like me, you love fresh corn on the cob in the summer. I don’t think there is anything better than grilled corn complete with butter and sea salt. But then I tried Mexican street corn at a restaurant and I was blown away by the flavour. Truthfully, I made it this way every time I bought corn last summer. And this summer is shaping up to be the same. So I thought it was time I shared this Mexican street corn salad with you. Your welcome!

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Summer Rolls With Peanut Sauce: Three Ways

July 18, 2019 By jaclyn Leave a Comment

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You know what always intimidated me? Making my own fresh rolls. Amongst a lot of other things that at once confused or intimidated me, it was unfounded. Because once I set out to use those thin rice paper sheets, I realized just how easy they are to use. And then these summer rolls with peanut sauce were born! Sure, it takes a little practice, but trust me, once you get the hang of it, you’re gonna be a rice paper rolling pro.

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The Best Green Beauty Products I’m Loving Lately

June 27, 2019 By jaclyn 2 Comments

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It has been far too long since I shared some new green beauty products with you. But my love for all things green beauty and skincare hasn’t gone anywhere. And this is why I want to share the best green beauty products I’ve been loving lately. I do try and keep in mind different price points and budgets, so that I can provide different options for everyone.

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Vegan Chia Pudding: Three Ways

June 25, 2019 By jaclyn Leave a Comment

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For as long as I can remember I have been enjoying chia pudding for breakfast. I love the simplicity involved in making them and how easy they are to store for the week. But, after having the same kind of chia pudding, you can get a little bored with the flavours and toppings. Which is why I wanted to whip up some vegan chia pudding multiple ways and with some fun twists. They are all so tasty and can be made in less than 15 minutes, win-win!

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Self Care After a Breakup: Five Things I Learned

June 20, 2019 By jaclyn 1 Comment

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I can safely say (and I am sure almost anyone would agree) breakups SUCK! Recently, in November/December 2018 I went through my first major heartbreak and it nearly broke me. In fact, for a time, it did break me. I couldn’t focus on anything, had zero appetite, couldn’t sleep and cried more than I ever thought possible. When I was going through it, I didn’t think I’d ever get past it. It felt like the hurt, anger, disappointment and sadness would stay with me forever. In the months that followed the breakup, I managed to work on a few things that really helped me feel stronger than I had ever felt before. Self care after a breakup is possible and today I am sharing five ways I learned how to practice self-care.

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