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Put the can down. This super simple dairy free green bean casserole recipe is onion-y, savory, and hearty (and gluten free)! You just THOUGHT you liked green bean casserole before. Or if you didn't, you might like this REAL version. You won't find any processed ingredients or MSG here.
Put the can down. This super simple gluten free cream of mushroom soup recipe is savory, creamy, and delicious! Canned soup lovers will rejoice when they find out that it's also healthy and low sodium! You won't find any processed ingredients or MSG here. #vegan #glutenfree #dairyfree
If you love pumpkin, and latte, and spice, and everything nice (except sugar), try this sugar free pumpkin spice latte recipe! It is super easy and only takes 5 minutes to make! #vegan #healthy #pumpkin #fallrecipes #glutenfree

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These vegan oatmeal cookies are gluten free, dairy free, and soft and chewy. Packed with protein and speckled with chocolate chips, they will help you feel satisfied without overindulging. #glutenfree #dairyfree #vegan #oatmealcookies #protein #refreshingbytes

Vegan Oatmeal Cookies with PROTEIN! (Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Egg Free)

This gluten free sandwich bread recipe has a soft, fluffy texture and moist crumb that will keep you coming back for more! It's easy and delicious. Enjoy eating again! #glutenfree #dairyfree #bread #lowfodmap #glutenfreebread #refreshingbytes

Gluten Free Sandwich Bread Recipe (Dairy Free, Low FODMAP)

vegan root vegetable stew

Vegan Root Vegetable Stew for Instant Pot

This moist, tender, and sweet gluten free lemon cake is also vegan, zesty, and delicious. Perfect for spring or any holiday celebration, it's easy to whip up and will impress your guests! Plus, no one will know it's gluten free unless they see you eating it! #glutenfree #vegan #cake #lemon #refreshingbytes

Gluten Free Lemon Cake with Blueberry Compote (Vegan)

Are you looking for a Vegan Cream of Vegetable Soup (I call it "cream of vegan soup") that is both gluten free and dairy free? This super simple recipe is savory, creamy, and smooth! Dairy lovers won't know the difference when you tell them there is no dairy in this cream of vegetable soup! #vegan #glutenfree #dairyfree

Vegan Cream of Vegetable Soup (Dairy Free, Gluten Free)

Looking for edible protein cookie dough? Try this five ingredient protein paleo cookie dough - 5 minutes to make, no bake, egg-free, and vegan protein balls with NO refined sugar! This creamy, smooth, and deliciously rich recipe is filled with protein and is paleo, low carb, vegan, paleo, gluten free, dairy free, and sugar free, and so festive for Easter! Check it out now! #glutenfree #vegan #healthy #lowcarb #cookiedough #paleo

Paleo Cookie Dough (Gluten Free, Edible, No Bake, Egg-Free, Vegan)

no-bake dark chocolate protein cookies

Chocolate Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies (Vegan, Dairy Free, Gluten Free)

Chocolate covered strawberry fudge vegan

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Fudge Cups (Vegan, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Paleo)

Gluten Free Chex Mix Recipe (Vegan, Dairy Free, Peanut Free)

Looking for the best gluten free Chex Mix recipe? This dairy free, vegan, peanut free, and gluten free Chex Mix recipe is savory, salty, crunchy, and has a little kick to it! It’s so good, no one in my family can tell it’s gluten free, or dairy free, other than that they see me eating…

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Slow Cooker (Crock-Pot) Turkey Green Chili Verde (Gluten Free, Paleo)

Slow Cooker (Crock-Pot) Turkey Green Chili Verde (Gluten Free, Paleo) Traditionally, Mexican chile verde is made with pork and can be quite spicy. The same goes for the salsa verde; I have not found any authentic salsa verde that was too hot for my tastebuds! Admittedly, I have a very low tolerance for spicy (hot)…

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No Bake Cookie Dough Balls (Egg-Free, Vegan, Gluten Free, Refined Sugar Free)

Try this easy to make, no bake cookie dough balls (egg free) protein balls that are healthy and delicious! Tastes just like the real thing. Looking for a delicious, yet healthy and egg-free no bake cookie dough balls? Try this super easy recipe, made with 7 ingredients and ready in less than 10 minutes! This…

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galaxy protein cookie dough

Galaxy Protein Cookie Dough (Egg Free, Paleo, Vegan, Gluten Free, Sugar Free)

Ridiculously easy to make and healthy, no bake, egg-free galaxy cookie dough (protein ball), made with two ingredients and ready in less than 5 minutes! This creamy, smooth, and deliciously rich recipe is filled with protein and is vegan, paleo, gluten free, dairy free, low carb, and completely sugar free. Looking for a delicious and…

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Black Bean and Orange Protein Hummus

Black Bean and Orange Hummus Protein

Looking for hummus protein? Hummus has some protein in it, but it might not be as much as you think! This hummus recipe is jam-packed with protein at over 6 grams per serving! It’s so difficult to find a healthy, protein packed snack that actually tastes delicious yet is good for you. This black bean…

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coconut cashew rice noodles

Coconut Cashew Rice Noodles

Coconut Cashew Rice Noodles Admittedly, I have very little time to prepare delicious lunches ahead of time for the work week. This relegates me to the cafeteria at work, or spending more money and time to eat out somewhere, or, *gulp* the dreaded frozen dinner. Are you stuck in the frozen dinner loop? Well, this…

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Chocolate coconut protein snowballs

Chocolate Coconut Protein Snowballs

Coconut Chocolate Protein Balls ‘Tis the season…for protein balls! Walking in a winter wonderland has inspired me to use coconut more! Coconut sprinkled on desserts dress them up and make them look snowy white. Also, coconut is good for you, and studies have shown that it improves heart health and reduces sweet cravings. You won’t…

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Sunrise Lactation Smoothie Recipe That Works

Are you looking for a lactation smoothie recipe that works? You have come to the right place! This lactation smoothie recipe greatly increased my milk supply, but at the time, I had no idea why there was an abundance of milk! Keep reading to find out the secret ingredient!

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