Victoria’s Nutrition Kitchen recipes use whole-food ingredients. They are void of refined sugars and oils. They are naturally vegan, (free of dairy and eggs), and gluten-free / celiac-friendly. I hope you enjoy them! I'd love to hear from you in the comments section.
“All of the recipes are excellent! I would be lost without them. As a busy family with 2 teenagers, I needed to put dinner on the table quickly before running out to all the sporting activities they’re involved in. The recipes were quick, easy, and delicious!!”
Creamy Cheezy Broccoli Pasta
Creamy, rich, and delicious! This satisfying comfort food is simple and easy. For a different variation, replace broccoli with asparagus. If nuts are an allergy problem, replace the cashews with 12 oz silken or fresh firm tofu + 3 Tbsp tahini. A few dollops of cooked...
Simple Savoury Lentil Veggie Soup {Slow-Cooker}
Leave a bit of texture (veggie chunks) when you blend the soup so it doesn't end up like baby food…unless you are feeding a baby…in which case, mush away! If it comes out too thick, simply thin out with a bit of broth or water. Don’t have a blender? You can use a...
Nutty Ginger-Zing Granola {oil-free}
Use this crunchy, spicy granola with non-dairy milk, sprinkle on fruit salad, or on a Fruit Parfait. Save Print Nutty Ginger-Zing Granola Author: Victoria Laine Serves:: 8 Servings Prep time:: 15 mins Cook time:: 50 mins Total time:: 1 hour 5...
Canadian Roasted Root Veggie w/ Cheezy Miso Vegan Poutine
Mix it up with a variety of root veggies or if you're a reluctant vegetable eater, start with just potato poutine. Once you've got your family addicted to this rich cheezy vegan poutine sauce (the original poutine is meat-based gravy and cheese curds) start...
Cheezy Miso Vegan Poutine {gravy – sauce}
The original Canadian Poutine was invented in Quebec and was a meat-based gravy with cheese curds over french fries. We can do better!! Serve this vegan poutine over roasted potatoes or a variety of roasted veggies! I've been using this tried and true cheezy sauce...
Pita Pocket Bread {gluten-free, vegan}
After having not eaten pita for more than a decade, I thought I’d died and gone to heaven the first time I enjoyed these warm, soft and pillowy GF pita wedges with garlicky hummus and the fixin’s. Making pita (pocket) bread isn’t nearly as fussy or time consuming as...
Banana Nut Loaf {gluten-free, oil-free, vegan}
I’m sure banana bread was invented to use up over-ripened bananas, and what a lovely breakfast food it makes...or an anytime food really! If you aren’t baking for a large crowd, you can eat half and freeze the rest (or give it to a friend!) Switch up the nuts for...
Health Bite: Brussel Sprouts
Brussel sprouts are one of the cruciferous vegetables, which are known to have anti-cancer properties. They are rich in both vitamin K, and vitamin C. Brussel Sprouts have a strong flavor and a hearty crunch when raw. They can be grated into...
Curry-in-a-Hurry w/ Coconut Ginger Chutney
Chutney is a traditional accompaniment to curry dishes that balances and cools. Topping Curry-in-a-Hurry with fresh coconut ginger chutney makes this quick curry dish special, so don't leave it out… it takes only five minutes! Coconut Ginger Chutney has a sweet and...
Fresh Coconut Ginger Chutney
Save Print Fresh Coconut Ginger Chutney Author: Victoria Laine Serves:: 6-8 servings Prep time:: 5 mins Total time:: 5 mins Ingredients: 1 cup unsweetened shredded dried coconut ¼ small purple onion, peeled (approx. 3 Tbsp) 2 Tbsp raisins...
No-Bake Granola Bars {gluten-free + vegan}
Whip up a batch of no-bake granola bars and you’ll have numerous snacks and quick breakfasts ready to go! Change up the fruits, nuts, and seeds for variety with each batch. Save Print No-Bake Granola Bars {gluten-free + vegan} Author: Victoria Laine Serves:: 1...
Cheezy Pizza Crust
This cheezy potato-grain-based pizza crust is as satisfying as any flour crust. You can bake it in advance, adding your favorite toppings and heating prior to serving. Save Print Cheezy Pizza Crust Author: Victoria Laine Serves:: 1 lg crust Prep time:: 30...
Jam-filled Thumbprint Cookies {gluten-free + vegan}
These cookies are fun for kids, because they get to stick their thumb into the dough to make the indentation for the jam hole. Okay, big kids too! Save Print Jam Thumbprint Cookies {gluten-free + vegan} Author: Victoria Laine Serves:: 2 dozen Prep time:: 30...
Blueberry Chia Jam
So simple! So delicious!! Chia seeds not only thicken fruit to make jam, they provide omega 3 fatty acids and lots of dietary fiber to your breakfast, snacks, or treats! Save Print Blueberry Chia Jam Author: Victoria Laine Serves:: 1.5 cups Jam Prep time:: ...
Pumpkin Molasses Loaf {gluten-free + vegan}
Lightly sweet, this healthy pumpkin spice loaf is delightful for breakfast, a snack, or a dessert. It's equally tasty with the addition of dried cranberries, or chopped dried apricots. Although optional, the crunchy sweet strudel topping is just a great addition, I...
Malted Calci-yum Rich Chocolate Smoothie
Save Print Malted Chocolate Calci-yum Rich Smoothie Move over Carnation Instant! This creamy, delicious smoothy is chocked-full of calcium and other bone building minerals, including omega-3 fatty acids. Author: Victoria Laine Serves:: 1 serving Prep time:: ...
Gluten-free Vegan Peanut-butter Cookies
Save Print Gluten-free Vegan Peanut-butter Cookies Classic peanut butter cookies without the refined sugar or fiber-less flour! Just whole-food ingredients for quick and easy comfort food. Nothing wrong with adding a layer of chocolate, too! Author: Victoria Laine...
Gluten-free Grains
Gluten-free Grains AMARANTH BUCKWHEAT CASSAVA CORN / CORNMEAL FONIO MILLET OATS (sometimes milled with gluten grains so needs to be ELISA tested to be celiac safe) QUINOA RICE SORGHUM TEFF Gluten-containing Grains WHEAT KHORASAN (Kumut) SPELT RYE BARLEY FARRO EINKORN...
Gluten-free Vegan Rustic Bread
Save Print Gluten-free Vegan Rustic Bread This rustic, naturally fermented, no-knead bread is perfect with a big hearty bowl of soup or spread with a garlicky hummus or eggplant babaganoush, nut butter, or jam. It is a “batter bread” that is fermented for several...
Victoria Laine’s Whole-food Nutrition
