Author: thedishonhealthy

I have always been a foodie at heart. That said, I didn't always eat healthy. In the summer of 2008, I was diagnosed with a debilitating autoimmune condition: ankylosing spondylitis. This is the story of how I took control of my diet and got inspired to get myself back to healthy. Really healthy. I started eating whole foods- real, nourishing foods. Nutrition-dense foods that would do something for me, & not work against my body. Within a few months, I was able to drive my illness into remission. I want to share with you that it's fully possible (& effortless) to eat gluten, dairy, & refined sugar free while continuing to enjoy the food and flavors you love. Thank you for visiting! -Aleyda. xx
Desserts

It’s Starting to Look A Lot Like Christmas: Almond Flour Double Chocolate Delight Cookies

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In the realm of desserts, Christmas is all about the cookies. Baking & decorating a galore of cookies. And eating them, of course. Some of my earliest holiday memories involve decorating and eating large bell-shaped sugar cookies with traditional green and red icing. My mom liked bells and sometimes, we used tree shapes. These days…… Continue reading It’s Starting to Look A Lot Like Christmas: Almond Flour Double Chocolate Delight Cookies

Smoothies

Sweet Persimmons: Wonderful Winter Fruit

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I had never tried persimmons up until last week. It was an “aha” moment. Juicy, impeccably sweet & a taste so unique it draws you back in for another bite. And then another. And then you can’t stop. I can’t tell you how many times I snobbishly bypassed this bright orange, crimson fruit in the…… Continue reading Sweet Persimmons: Wonderful Winter Fruit

3-Bean & Mushroom Vegan Chili
Vegetarian

3-Bean & Mushroom Vegan Chili

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This chili knocks it out of the park. I know that perhaps that doesn’t sound very humble or modest… but this recipe will transform your views on vegan entrees- if you’re still skeptical, that is. It’s one of the heartiest, most delicious bowls of comfort food you could ever bring a spoon to. It sure isn’t…… Continue reading 3-Bean & Mushroom Vegan Chili

Desserts

Easy Vegan Caramel

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Caramel is up there in my holy grail of foods; right next to ice cream. Sadly, they’re both rich in heavy cream when traditionally prepared. Caramel = sugar + heavy whipping cream + butter. That right there is the magic equation. And then there’s dulce de leche! Contrary to popular belief; dulce de leche and…… Continue reading Easy Vegan Caramel

Creamy Raspberry Overnight Oats
Breakfast

Creamy Raspberry Overnight Oats

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In a perfect world, we would all wake up to a freshly-brewed cup of coffee & an enticing breakfast that’s “calling our name”. That surely doesn’t happen (to me, at least)… But I need to make breakfast happen for the 6 beings that run my heart: my 2 and 4 year-old kids, my husband, a dog,…… Continue reading Creamy Raspberry Overnight Oats

Curried Lentil Soup with Yogurt & Mint
Soups

Curried Lentil Soup with Yogurt & Mint

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Spiced Curried Lentil Soup is a DELISH-cious dish that will surprise even the pickiest of palates. I invite you to try something new & exciting on your holiday table this year. It’s so good, it may even convert those who aren’t really into soup, per se. And it’s so easy to make it may convert those…… Continue reading Curried Lentil Soup with Yogurt & Mint

Entrees · Vegetarian

Warm Quinoa, Roasted Squash, Goat Cheese & Honey Pecan Salad

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This recipe has “Thanksgiving” written all over it. It’s almost as good a treat to rival your dessert & am not even kidding. Funny thing is, not too long ago, I used to wince and squirm at the mere thought of consuming squash. True story. But the worst part of the story is, I had…… Continue reading Warm Quinoa, Roasted Squash, Goat Cheese & Honey Pecan Salad

Breakfast

Sundays Call For Thin & Crispy French-Style Pancakes!

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If you love crêpes, I strongly encourage you to put off the urge to do other (clearly not as important) things & keep on reading… If you don’t like thin pancakes & happen to stubbornly prefer fluffy & moist, “buttermilk-style” pancakes; am sad to inform you this recipe may not be for you. But if the first…… Continue reading Sundays Call For Thin & Crispy French-Style Pancakes!