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Hi! I’m Jaclyn, a Holistic Nutritionist and foodie. Over the past few years, I have developed a deep appreciation and understanding of food, wellness and self-love. I know that no matter how much kale you eat, if you have a negative relationship with food and your body you won’t truly feel well. If you like kale and cocktails, then you are in the right place. Read More…

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CURRENTLY EATING: Tacos for breakfast 😍. The pe

CURRENTLY EATING: Tacos for breakfast 😍. The perfect lazy weekend food. These are so easyyyyyy to make, maybe 20 minutes in total. I’m sharing the easiest way to make perfect soft scrambled eggs and a DIY salsa verde that you can customize to your own heat preference 🥵. Swipe to see how those look 👉. The full recipe is up on my site now, just click the link in my bio and then tap on this photo. Options for a vegan version and other swaps if you need ☺️. The first photo is my version from @joyoushealth third cookbook!
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. https://holisticfoodie.com/healthy-breakfast-tacos-with-easy-salsa-verde/

HOT CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT COOKIES: all the flavours

HOT CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT COOKIES: all the flavours of hot chocolate in cookie form- YES PLEASE! I’m in loveeee with these cookies. They’re soft, chewy, fudgy, have pools of dark chocolate, melty marshmallows and a hint of peppermint 🤤. And they also happen to be gluten free but you’d never be able to tell 🤫. I’d say like most of my recipes, they’re healthy-ish, without using any fancy ingredients. Basic gluten free flours, eggs, sugar, hot cocoa mix, and dark chocolate are the main ingredients you’ll need. I’ve got the full recipe up on my blog now, just click the link in my bio and then tap on this photo 🍫🍪. Tell me- are you team flat or puffy cookie? I think you know by now which one I am- flat: ALL DAY, EVERYDAY 😬😍🙌🏻.

HASSELBACK HONEYNUT SQUASH with crispy sage and su

HASSELBACK HONEYNUT SQUASH with crispy sage and sumac! I don’t think I’ll ever get over how pretty it is to turn squash into hasselback goodness. And honestly it’s easier than you think too. If you want the recipe for this plantbased dinner idea, check out @motherraw website for the full recipe! Their maple fig dressing slathered on top makes for the perfect combo 😍.

The easiest ever pecan chocolate turtles 😍. I h

The easiest ever pecan chocolate turtles 😍. I had so much fun making these because not only are they so simple to make (they’re only 5 ingredients including salt!) but look how cute they are too 🥰. The date-cashew butter caramel provides the perfect chew. And just look at the little turtle body made of pecans, I can’t handle it 🐢❤️.
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If you’re already thinking of fun holiday treats to make or just wanna be like me and make them now, hit save! Or head over to my site and check out the full recipe! Just click the link in my bio and then tap on this photo.

—> https://holisticfoodie.com/healthier-homemade-turtles-vegan/

HOT HONEY CRISPY CHICKEN THIGHS: four words I love

HOT HONEY CRISPY CHICKEN THIGHS: four words I love - bone-in, skin-on. Getting them super crispy on a cast iron and then slathering them in a delicious two ingredient hot honey, now we’re talking 😍. This one pan dish complete with crispy baby potatoes & kale for good measure is a dream! Plus it’s only six ingredients, and takes less than 45 minutes to make. The full recipe is up now! GET ITTTTT 🍗🌶🍯.
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—> https://holisticfoodie.com/hot-honey-chicken-thighs/

GLUTEN FREE PUMPKIN CHOCOLATE CHUNK COOKIES 🎃🍫🍪. These pumpkin spiced cookies are seriously mind blowing kinda good! They’re packed with pumpkin flavour, spices, dark chocolate, @lees.provisions brown butter ghee and pecans. Plus I made them using some affordable, easy to find gluten-free flours like oat (just be sure they’re certified GF) and rice flour (plus a little tapioca). This blend results in soft, chewy cookies with a melty chocolate center and those much sought after ripples around the edge. I’ve got all the tips to make these, plus the full recipe up on my blog 🍪🍪. They’re rich, buttery and indistinguishable from a wheat cookie! I hope you love them as much as I do.
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—> https://holisticfoodie.com/gluten-free-pumpkin-cookies/

Is it just me or does pasta taste better when it’s bigger 😏🤔. This big rigatoni is perfect when topped with my butternut squash sauce. This sauce is creamy, savoury and completely dairy free! I’ve tried a lot of squash sauces over the years and I knew I needed to make one that was super savoury. So with the help of a few key ingredients like smoked paprika + chili powder and pan fried sage + pumpkin seeds that’s exactly what this is. This is an older recipe (about two years old) and needed a refresh in terms of photos but the recipe is exactly the same. It’s one of the most searched and popular recipes and I have to agree it’s DAMN GOOD 😍. Plus it’s perfect stashed away in your freezer for a quick dinner 🤗. The link is in my bio to check it out!
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—> https://holisticfoodie.com/vegan-butternut-squash-pasta-sauce/

I’ve been keeping a BIG secret! . It’s actuall

I’ve been keeping a BIG secret!
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It’s actually been SO hard to keep this a secret for well over a year now, & I’m literally bursting to tell you. I WROTE A BOOK!!!!! Due out MARCH 2021.
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I’m proud and in disbelief at the same time. I’ve always dreamed of writing a book. Ever since I was a kid, reading and writing were my favourite hobbies. When I started my blog back in 2016 and allowed myself more creative expression, that dream grew bigger. But the thought of writing it seemed impossible. Some of the closest people to me thought I was crazy & naive to leave my safe job to pursue something that wasn’t making a ton of money. I did it anyway & never looked back. And HERE WE ARE!
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What’s the book? It’s called “Ditch the Diet,” and it’s a matter so close to my heart. Having lived my life for so many years afraid of eating too much, hiding my body by skipping pool parties, & starting “fresh” nearly every week and new year, I finally broke free from dieting for good. I wrote Ditch The Diet for anyone who wants to feel at peace with food. My approach to food & eating is one of ease & I want to teach you how to do it too!
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What’s inside:
Chapter One: how sneaky food rules are keeping you stuck in the dieting loop, how diet culture impacts you & my six principles to put undieting into practice PLUS a workbook!
Chapter Two: why most diets inevitably fail & the long-term effects it has on your body.
Chapter Three: how to incorporate nutrition into your life with ease, my story with orthorexia & how you can let go of food fears.
Chapter Four: my go-to pantry staples.
Chapter Five: RECIPES! Over 25 delicious recipes covering breakfast, snacks & sides, mains & of course- dessert.
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You can pre-order it now on Amazon (link in my bio). If you pre-order, you’ll receive a price guarantee once it ships in March. It’ll also be available in bookstores too.
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If you’ve enjoyed following along on here, I’d be honoured if you’d help spread the word to friends & family, especially those that you feel would most benefit from this book. Sending SO much love to all of you that supported me throughout the years, I can’t wait for you to get your hands on a copy! #holisticfoodiebook

FOUR INGREDIENT FUDGE! We could all use some more

FOUR INGREDIENT FUDGE! We could all use some more easy, chocolatey desserts right about now, yes? If you agree then I’ve got just the recipe for you! This peanut butter & honey fudge with chocolate swirl is mind blowingly GOOD. I’ve teamed up with my friends at @eliashoney_ to share this easy and delicious fudge recipe. Their honey pairs perfectly in this recipe providing just the right amount of sweetness. Don’t be fooled, this fudge is RICH, but isn’t that what fudge is supposed to be 😬😬. You can grab the full recipe on my site now. Just click the link in my bio or hit save for later 👅🍫🍯🥜
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—> https://holisticfoodie.com/healthy-fudge/

CHOCOLATE PUDDING! Make Monday or any day better w

CHOCOLATE PUDDING! Make Monday or any day better with chocolate 🍫. I highly suggest trying out my easy 5 ingredient chocolate pudding. This recipe was from the archives (2018 to be exact) and I decided to give this recipe some updated photos and cleaned up the blog post itself. I’ve made this pudding SO many times over the years and it’s always so good. Made without avocado or banana for those that can’t or don’t want it & has some serious gut healing benefits to it too- hello grass-fed gelatin ❤️. Check it out by clicking the link in my bio. For a giggle, swipe to see the old photos taken from a couple years ago 🤪😬.
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—> https://holisticfoodie.com/paleo-chocolate-pudding/

ONE BOWL PUMPKIN BREAD 🎃. Why not celebrate Hal

ONE BOWL PUMPKIN BREAD 🎃. Why not celebrate Halloween by whipping up a batch of this pumpkin bread. It’s moist *sorry for using that word* and has the most delicious vegan buttercream icing on top. Perfect for snacking, dessert or even for breakfast (I’ve done it numerous times). Even if this feels like the weirdest Halloween ever (just me?) at least we can enjoy the food 😅👻😜. Link is in my bio to check this one out! Don’t forget the chocolate chips 😋.
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—> https://holisticfoodie.com/vegan-gluten-free-pumpkin-bread/

Honey, I shrunk the squash 😅😜. Lame joke I k

Honey, I shrunk the squash 😅😜. Lame joke I know, but have you tried honeynut squash yet? Allow me to sell you on it:
1. It’s way easier to cut than butternut squash, no more nearly chopped off fingers 🤣
2. You don’t have to peel it, the skin becomes soft like delicata squash.
3. It contains two to three TIMES as much beta carotene as butternut squash.
4. The taste is sweeter because it’s more concentrated- less water weight.
5. It was bred for taste specifically, so it’s TASTY af 😋.
Now that you know, I hope you look out for it. And then make this stuffed honeynut squash with mushrooms, farro, pine nuts , Parmesan and lemon. Simple ingredients (less than 10!) but so much flavour. This is a perfect vegetarian side dish, or main! Check it out by clicking the link in my bio, or hit save for later.

—> https://holisticfoodie.com/stuffed-honeynut-squash/

I’ve officially hopped on the air fryer train, a

I’ve officially hopped on the air fryer train, and I’m full steam ahead 😬! I’m so excited to partner with @tfal_canada #sponsored to share more about their Easy Fry Air Fryer. If you love crispy food, but don’t want to deep fry or use tons of oil, then the T-Fal Air Fryer is the way to go and it makes life so much easier! Not only is the cook time lessened (saving you time), but you’ll save money by using less oil (significantly less actually!). Plus, it’s super simple to use, just set the temperature and the timer & close the lid. The first dish I wanted to try was cauliflower buffalo bites. Because it’s hard to get them crispy without frying or baking in the oven for twice the amount of time. If you want to make them too then a T-Fal air fryer is the way to go, check out the recipe below and hit save to make it later! You can use the code JACLYNTFAL15 to save 15% off the purchase price of the T-Fal Easy Air Fryer as well as other products.
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Ingredients:
1 head cauliflower, cut into bite size pieces
¾ cup brown rice flour
⅓ cup milk (any type will work)
⅓ cup water
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp kosher salt
¼ cup butter (or ghee/or vegan butter)
⅓ cup hot sauce
Directions:
In a medium sized bowl add the flour, milk, water, spices and salt and whisk to combine. Dip each cauliflower bite into the batter and place on a plate, until half are coated. You’ll do the remaining bites while the first batch is baking.
Working in batches, add the cauliflower bites to the air fryer (don’t overcrowd!) and bake at 350 degrees for 12-13 minutes (depending on the size of the bites).
Meanwhile, add the butter and hot sauce to a small saucepan over medium-low heat and stir.
Remove the cauliflower from the air fryer and toss with the hot sauce. Serve with a blue cheese (or ranch dip) and celery sticks. Enjoy!
#cookingwithtfal #tfalbymyside #tfalpartner

Looking for an easy, make ahead breakfast idea? Th

Looking for an easy, make ahead breakfast idea? These blueberry baked oatmeal cups are great to meal prep and pack away in the freezer whenever you want one (or two!). Sub blueberries for any fresh or frozen berry or use a mix of different ones. I love adding a scoop of protein powder to them. My faves at the moment are both plant based and are @genuinehealth fermented vegan vanilla protein powder and @botanicahealth vanilla protein powder 👌🏻😍.

These oatmeal cups also happen to be vegan, gluten free and banana free (for all those banana haters out there)! And they’re just over 10 ingredients, including the basics like salt and baking powder 😬. Find the full recipe on my blog, just click the link in my bio and then tap on this photo

—> https://holisticfoodie.com/baked-oatmeal-cups/

My go-to pesto 💚💚. It’s bright green and p

My go-to pesto 💚💚. It’s bright green and packed with SO much goodness. Plus you don’t actually need any herbs because it’s made with blanched kale 🥬😯. With just 7 ingredients and less than 10 minutes this is the tastiest batch of kale pesto. You can check out the full recipe for this now on my blog. Just click the link in my bio and then tap on this photo.
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Happy #worldpastaday friends!

—> https://holisticfoodie.com/vegan-kale-pesto/

Happy Fry-Day! It’s almost the weekend and whipp

Happy Fry-Day! It’s almost the weekend and whipping up these 30 minute crispy oven baked fries would be ideal. I’m all about topping them with rosemary, sea salt (or truffle salt!!) and a little parm (or a lot 🙈). Does anyone else feel like this week was a lotttt!? I’m so ready for the weekend to relax, cook for fun for some of my fave people and catch up on life.
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If you want to see how I make these fries, check out my full blog post to get all the tips and tricks. If you make them, tag me so I can see and be jealous 🍟😬. Just click the link in my bio and then tap on this photo to check it out. Working on an air fryer option soon!

—> https://holisticfoodie.com/crispy-oven-baked-fries/

Portable and savoury oatmeal muffins are pretty mu

Portable and savoury oatmeal muffins are pretty much my fave item to meal prep for breakfast 💯. Not only are they super easy to whip up, but they freeze well too. You can serve them with a fried or poached egg on top if you want 👌🏻. They’re such a nice change from sweet oatmeal or overnight oats. If you feel like you need to switch things up, definitely check out the full recipe on my blog!

—> https://holisticfoodie.com/savory-oatmeal-muffins/

The ONLY gluten free cookie recipe you need 🙀!

The ONLY gluten free cookie recipe you need 🙀! OMG you guys, these pumpkin spiced cookies are IT! These cookies are packed with pumpkin flavour, spices, dark chocolate, @lees.provisions brown butter ghee and pecans. Plus I made them using some affordable, easy to find gluten-free flours like oat (just be sure they’re certified GF) and rice flour (plus a little tapioca). This blend results in soft, chewy cookies with a melty chocolate center and those much sought after ripples around the edge. I’ve got all the tips to make these, plus the full recipe up on my blog now 🍪🍪. They’re rich, buttery and indistinguishable from a wheat cookie! I hope you love them as much as I do. Recipe inspo from the very talented @the_bojon_gourmet 👏👏.

—> https://holisticfoodie.com/gluten-free-pumpkin-cookies/

What’s it’s been like being in a new relations

What’s it’s been like being in a new relationship! Although it’s not new new, it’s been nearly a year 🤪. I’ve realized I haven’t shared much about what it’s been like being in a new relationship (post heartbreak). And after I shared about that, I want to share the happy too, so here it goes.

For years I didn’t think I was deserving of more.
Of unconditional love and support.
Of someone who treated me kindly and with respect.

On some level I allowed the shitty behaviour in that relationship to continue. Words said to intentionally hurt my feelings, even if I pretended they didn’t (I’m a tough cookie - Capricorn sun after all ♑️). I allowed it all. When I think of why, it’s actually pretty simple - I didn’t think I deserved better.

It wasn’t until months and months after my long term relationship ended, combined with therapy and talking about it with close friends that I understood how not normal the comments he often made about me were. But I get it now. I deserve to be treated with love and kindness and that starts with ME. This was the lesson I needed to learn before I got in a new relationship. And I was tested on this again and again while dating (dating can be hard!). I was discovering more about myself, my needs and wants and the patterns I had grown accustomed to over decades of men in my life letting me down. I once again had to realize that I deserve to be a priority. So while I was dating someone else last year, I ended things with him because I knew deep down I deserved more and he couldn’t give it to me emotionally.

And no more than a few weeks after that I met someone who’d prove to me again and again that I’m worthy of it all. Sometimes I feel like I manifested him (more on that if you’re interested 😏) and other times I feel like this is all a dream because I’m not used to being treated with so much love and support from a man - thank you @shaynegold87.

Say no to things and people that don’t align. Say no to people that don’t know your worth. Because someone out there will, and that, that’s your person.

I’d take the hurt and pain all over again just to be where I am today. If you’re going through it now, trust that it will get better ❤️.

Soup season is HERE! Bring on all the warming and

Soup season is HERE! Bring on all the warming and comforting foods, just like this Thai butternut squash soup with red curry. This recipe is completely plant-based, packed with flavour and hearty. It also freezes well, so you can make a big batch. If you want to check out this recipe I developed, be sure to follow @rily.good because it’ll be up there soon!
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What’s your fave soup??

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