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🍫🌰🍓Double Chocolate-Hazelnut Overnight Oa

🍫🌰🍓Double Chocolate-Hazelnut Overnight Oats with Strawberry Chamomile Jam and Vanilla Violet Chocolate Crackle Top🍫🌰🍓These little pots of glory will surely make your mornings something to look forward to! Overnight oats get a rich upgrade with plenty of luscious cacao, toasty hazelnut butter, bright and floral strawberry jam, and a chocolate crackle top. The best part is that this recipe makes five servings, so you’ll have an entire work week of breakfasts ready to be enjoyed whenever the mood strikes... even if that's in the afternoon, the middle of the night…no judgment😉Inspired by the Raaka x NYBG collection #inpartnershipwith I used the unique combination of chocolate and florals to conjure up the Spring spirit, and paired the richness of the high-quality cacao with Strawberry Chamomile Jam. If you don’t have Raaka's Vanilla Violet bar on hand for the crackle top, use whatever dark chocolate you have, the Maple Dark Baking Chocolate works beautifully too! (#sponsored) For the full recipe on May 23rd, sign up for Raaka's newsletter. One of my favourites that is constantly featuring inventive recipes, gorgeous design and photography... not to mention their incredibly amazing chocolate. The recipe is also live on My New Roots Grow today, check it out!🍫Raaka's unique chocolate is unroasted -- preserving the fruity, floral, nutrient-rich beans and allowing their true essence to shine! Like with wine, the terroir (environment, growing conditions, soil, etc) heavily influences the flavours in chocolate and Raaka sources the best -- supporting their partners, producers, and people above and beyond Fair Trade. Plant-based ingredients with total transparency from start to finish make their incredible bars and beans THAT much more impressive. I'm truly honoured to deep dive into the world of chocolate with @raakachocolate and hope you learn something along the way too!🍫If you'd like to try Raaka and live in North America, follow @raakachocolate and tell me your dream chocolate bar in the comments below by 12p EST 5/12! One winner will receive a month free-access to My New Roots Grow (my online wellness platform)CONTINUED IN THE COMMENTS...

🔥Happy Monday friends! This week I’ll be talk

🔥Happy Monday friends! This week I’ll be talking about FIRE. And I’m kicking things off with my fiery, chilli-spiked, Thai-inspired Sprouted Lentil Dip!🌶 I actually came up with this recipe during a cooking class (funny how often that happens!), and the next time I had a big batch of sprouted lentils around, I whipped this up and fell in love.🤤Did you know that you can use sprouted legumes anywhere you’d use cooked ones? Try sprouted chickpeas in hummus, sprouted peas in soup, and sprouted lentils in stews. Sprouted legumes add so much flavour and texture, not to mention a boatload of enzymes to aid digestion. Pound for pound, sprouts have the largest amount of nutrients of any food. Did you get that? This is a big deal! And it’s all because sprouting increases vitamin content significantly, especially vitamin A, B’s, C and E, along with boosting calcium, iron, selenium, and zinc. The quality of protein and carbohydrates improves, as the sprouting process begins to break down the complex proteins and starches into amino acids, peptides, and simple carbohydrates needed by the seed to grow. At the same time, anti-nutrients such as phytic acid, protease and amylase inhibitors are neutralized. This makes a sprout very easy to digest with highly absorbable nutrients.🔥🌶The dip recipe will be live on Grow this week, to compliment the How to Sprout Lentil video that I posted last week (so if you’re not sure how this process works, there’s a full tutorial for you!). Also coming this week is the updated pantry section with Seeds, and a crazy-delicious chocolate recipe that I’ll save as a surprise tomorrow. Last week I added a two-part lecture on Digestion, CCF tea, and the seasonal Garden videos. I hope you’re enjoying everything so far.🙏🌳☀️Have a stellar week ahead friends! Sending you much love🤍.....#mynewroots #sprouts #sprouting #sproutedlentils #dip #spicy #spicydip #veggiesanddip

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🍝The wait is over... My Hemp Seed "Parmesan" is

🍝The wait is over... My Hemp Seed "Parmesan" is here to sprinkle, top, stir, and swirl into your life! Brought to you #inpartnershipwith Dr. Mercola and his Solspring® line of #biodynamic products, this topping is good on everything. Of course, Hemp Parm is not REAL cheese, but a super delicious topping nonetheless (I must say real Parmigiano-Reggiano is too!). Atop pasta (Solspring's Spirulina Tagliatelle shown here... yes, you read that correctly! #sponsored), roasted vegetables, salads, sandwiches, sprinkled onto soups and stews… the list goes on! Anywhere you’d sprinkle parmesan cheese, you can use this hemp seed version.🍝Along with a slew of stress-busting B-vitamins from the nutritional yeast, you’ll be giving your body essential omega fats from the hemp seeds that are unprocessed and deeply nourishing on a cellular level. There's an extra-special added boost of Fermented Turmeric Powder too! Grown on Biodynamic® farms along India's southwest coast and fermented to increase the bioavailability of the precious curcuminoids found in turmeric, this turmeric powder not only supports your body but also the soil, environment, and communities that the turmeric comes from. It's so important (now more than ever) to be thoughtful and conscious about where your foods come (when you can!) and think about the hands and hearts that make them possible.🍝Oh, and what is Biodynamic, you ask? My experience on Biodynamic farms alongside Biodynamic practitioners has gifted me with a look into this conscious, creative, holistic method of farming and way of being. Certified Biodynamic® products require holistic, regenerative, soil-first farming practices and production methods that preserve the integrity of the natural product. Biodynamic agriculture goes above and beyond most organic standards and focuses on year-after-year improvement in soil quality, limits inputs brought onto the farm, and works to support all the living creatures in and around the farm: from the worms to the bees to larger farm animals and the people who engage with the farm, too! RECIPE IN THE COMMENTS

👩🏼‍🌾I can’t think of a better way to

👩🏼‍🌾I can’t think of a better way to spend my spare moments these days, than in the garden. I was out there until so late last night that I literally couldn’t see anymore (lol!), and we’ve begun to adjust family plans to ensure that every minute of garden-worthy weather allows me to zip out to dig, trim, pluck, and primp my garden beds. Still quite early to plant outdoors for us here in zone 5, I am dreaming of the colours, textures, aromas, and magic of the petals and plants that are greening up before my eyes.🌱I've shared some of last year's gardening journey on Grow a few weeks early so you can follow along, prep and plan your own garden (and learn from my mistakes!) for this year. Other resources like where to buy seeds and what to look for, what grows well together, and how to plant a simple pot of lettuce for you to enjoy are available now.🪴Knowing what grows well in your zone (google it!) will help you be a successful gardener first and foremost. Knowing what environment certain plants thrive in sets them up for success just like our own bodies! Think about how you feel when you've had too much sun, too little sun, too little water, or are too hot or cold... pretty uncomfortable and downright miserable in some cases. When plants are stressed they are far more susceptible to disease and pests (sound familiar?) and by choosing native, local plants that are used to growing when and where you're located, is the best way to start your garden off right!🤲Connecting to the Earth and your place in such a simple way can benefit you far beyond your imagination. Not only are you feeding yourself, moving your body, engaging in time-honoured practices, and more, you are learning and deepening your connection with a greater community of people working to support the Earth and themselves -- you should be so proud... I sure am!🥰Check out my Stories today for a sleepy garden update!😘.....#mynewroots #garden #gardening #gardeninglife #veggiegarden #growyourownfood #kale

🌎☁️🔥💦Happy May, dear friends and love

🌎☁️🔥💦Happy May, dear friends and lovers! The theme for this month is the Four Elements - Earth, Air, Fire, and Water. Each week I’ll be exploring one element, and this week we begin with Earth, and celebrating with my recipe for Earth Bowls!💜These were originally on the blog, and then I made a more component-heavy version for my first cookbook (if you’ve been following a while, you’ll recognize this photo as my book cover!). Here’s the simpler recipe below for you to enjoy. These are super seasonal Springtime snacks or appetizers, that you can endlessly customize depending on what is growing around you. If you’re in the Southern hemisphere, try replacing the radish and pea shoots with roasted veggies, and pickled onions. Yum!🤲If there is anything specific you’d like to explore around this month’s theme, leave a comment down below, and I’ll try to accommodate! Have a gorgeous week ahead lovelies!😘💐Earth Bowls with Freekeh Serves 3-4Ingredients: 1 cup freekeh (available at natural food stores and middle-eastern supermarkets) 2 cups water 1/2 tsp. fine salt 1 head spring cabbage (Duncan, Spring Hero, Oxheart) 1 bunch radishes (about 15), washed and sliced very thinly 3-4 green onions, sliced thinly 1 bunch pea shoots (30g/1oz), rinsed Dressing: 2 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 Tbsp. olive oil ½ tsp. honey (or agave) 1 clove garlic, minced (optional) a couple pinches sea salt Directions: 1. Pour the freekeh into a saucepan and cover with water. Swirl water and rub the grains together vigorously to wash them. Drain and repeat until the water is clear. Add 2 cups water and the salt. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer until the water is completely absorbed (about 15 minutes for cracked grain and 45 minutes for whole grain). Remove from heat and transfer to a bowl to halt the cooking process, fluff with a fork.2. Meanwhile, combine ingredients for the dressing. Set aside.💜CONTINUED IN THE COMMENTS

🍎What do all of these things have in common? Th

🍎What do all of these things have in common? They’re good for your gut! Plant-rich, high-fibre, and fermented foods are the most supportive choices for your digestion and the good bacteria that are working hard to keep you balanced, every day! Keeping those colonies of friendly microbes happy means nourishing them with a wide variety of fresh produce, whole grains and legumes, and cultured foods like kombucha, kefir, kimchi, sauerkraut, and miso.🧄🥬🧅Cultured / fermented foods and beverages are teeming with probiotics, so they’re excellent for improving digestion, and supporting healthy bacteria in the gut. The high enzyme content of these foods and drinks also promotes healthy digestion and nutrient assimilation. I include at least one fermented food in my diet every day, and as the weather warms up, you can bet that I’ll be replacing my cozy miso soup with refreshing kombucha!🥂Lab tests show that kombucha has antiviral, antibacterial, and antifungal properties, and the ability to improve liver function and reduce oxidative stress in the body. What I think is very exciting and promising about kombucha however, are the acids formed during fermentation. These acids have incredible detoxifying and antioxidant capabilities. Glucuronic acid, for example, is the body’s most important detoxifier and made by the oxidation of glucose. Glucuronic acid binds to toxins in the liver and flushes them out through the kidneys. It also works in conjunction with gluconic acid, which binds with heavy metals and ushers them out of our systems. Acetic acid inhibits the action of harmful bacteria. Usnic acid protects against viruses through its antibiotic properties.🤗I’m very proud to work #inpartnershipwith with the Canadian kombucha company @covekombucha to spread this gut-loving message! I created a mini-series about digestive health on their platform, so if you’d like to know more how to support your microbiome, please check it out - links in my highlights under “Gut Health”. I hope you enjoy! Let’s raise a glass of ‘booth and cheers to the weekend!🥂.....#mynewroots #sponsored #ad #kombucha #kombuchalove #fermentedfoods #fermentation #guthealth #probiotics

🫖Where are my tea lovers at?! I’ve never been

🫖Where are my tea lovers at?! I’ve never been a coffee drinker (it makes me bonkers🤪) but I sip tea all throughout the day, and all different types. My favourites right now are gunpowder green, sencha, and silver needle white tea. I also drink herbal teas, chaga, whole spice chai, and matcha on occasion. Tea is the ultimate cup of comfort, and I find around mid-morning, my entire body asks for it!🤲I just set up a tea bar in my home office since the drawer in the kitchen was literally overflowing and such a disorganized mess. Now I’ve got a spot for all of my loose leaf lovelies and a place to brew to my hearts content! I love my new teapot from @bodum, #sponsored which is specifically designed for loose leaf teas, with plenty of space to steep - one of the most essential factors in proper brewing.🍵What’s your favourite kind of tea? How do you like to enjoy it? Let me know in the comments! I take mine with sweet snack, like my Cacao Hemp Crispy Treats (recipe on the blog!). .....#mynewroots #bodum #teatime #looseleaftea #looseleaf #steep #steepedtea #greentea #lakeandoaktea @lakeandoaktea #kettle #bodumkettle #electrickettle #teapot

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Holistic Nutritionist Sarah Britton has been publishing her plant based whole food recipes on My New Roots since since 2007.

After living in Copenhagen, Denmark for 9 years, Sarah has moved back to the Toronto area in her native Canada in 2017.

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