Gemma Davis

A light option for lunch that will still leave you full until dinner! Broccoli is a great source of vitamin K and C, as well as fiber.

Sweet Spot Brownies Why We Love It: These brownies are moist and tasty making them perfect for the occasional indulgence! INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup maple syrup 2/3 cup cocoa powder 1/2 cup melted coconut oil 1 cup buckwheat flour 1 cup almond butter 6 dates 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup coconut milk 1/2 cup of vegan chocolate “chips” – which we used my favorite chocolate and chopped into “chips” INSTRUCTIONS

Citrus and Kale Salad Why We Love It: A low-calorie, antioxidant-rich salad perfect for the warmer weather! Serves 4 INGREDIENTS For the Dressing 2 tablespoons tahini 2 tablespoons blood orange, or orange juice 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon maple syrup Salt and pepper For the Salad ½ bunch of Lacinato kale, chopped, middle vein removed ½ head of romaine lettuce, chopped ½ red pepper, thi

Why We Love It: This simple soup recipe is a perfect example of “sattvic” eating, which means it is light, nourishing, and gives energy without being over stimulating or being heavy. Why it's healthier: This soup is made with cauliflower and zucchini, which is rich in many nutrients and antioxidants and is especially high in vitamin A...

Vegan Caesar Salad Why We Love It: This salad has a great mixture of flavors and the creamy dressing makes it feel like a hearty dish! Serves 4 INGREDIENTS For the Salad 4 cups romaine lettuce 1/3 cup croutons 1/3 cup toasted sunflower seeds 1 Lebanese cucumber sliced 1/3 cup black olives 1/2 cup Coconut “bacon” – can buy premade in a jar 1  cup coconut flakes 1 tablespoon tamari 1 teaspoon maple

Roasted Chickpea and Kale Salad Why We Love It: The beans and chickpeas bring depth and protein to this kale salad. Top it off with this simple and flavorful dressing! Serves 6 INGREDIENTS For the Salad 1 bunch of kale 1 can chickpeas 1 can cranberry beans rinsed, drained and dried 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon cumin 1 tablespoon paprika 1 teaspoon ginger 1 teaspoon coriander 1teaspoon car

Fresh Israeli Herb Salad Why We Love It: Herbs are great ways of adding nutrients and flavor into your daily meals. What I have found is I now use them even as a base for a salad, rather than an add on. Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 2 cups chickpeas (from a can or cooked) 1 bunch of curly parsley, roughly chopped 1 bunch of dill, diced ½ bunch of coriander, roughly chopped 1 cup wild rice  ½ cup of curren

Why it's healthier: Green peas are high in protein and antioxidants that help boost immunity, give you energy and helps antiaging. The high-fiber in peas helps to regulate blood sugar, which is beneficial for controlling diabetes and weight management...

Walnut and Date Loaf Why We Love It: A fiber-filled breakfast to pair with a cup of tea or coffee in the morning. Makes 12 slices INGREDIENTS 10 dates, pitted and chopped 1 teaspoon baking soda  ½  cup buckwheat flour 1 ½ cup almond meal ½ cup coconut sugar ½ cup nut butter – we used almond, cashew and basil nut mix ½ cup coconut oil 2 teaspoons vanilla essence 1 ½ cups walnuts, chopped For the

Why it's healthier: Eggplant is a high fiber and low-calorie food that has been linked to lowering cholesterol, promoting weight loss and managing blood sugar. Healthy ingredients: Vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, calcium, phosphorous, vitamin A, beta carotene, folate Eggplant Shakshuka Why We Love It: Eggplant and mushroom come to life with the Middle Eastern spices in this recipe...