Eating Healthy During The Holidays

The Holidays are a tempting time to indulge in delicious food. With all the Holiday parties and get-togethers, it is challenging to eat healthy during the Holidays. Luckily there are plenty of incredible healthy recipes to substitute your cravings.

Healthy Gingerbread Muffins

Love Gingerbread but not crazy about the high amount of sugar, gluten, and dairy? We know how difficult it is to say no to a cookie during the Holidays. These muffins are wonderful for anyone who enjoys a good old gingerbread cookie. These muffins are light, fluffy, and made with whole wheat pastry flour, pure maple syrup, blackstrap molasses, and warm spices such as cinnamon, ginger, and allspice. Perfect with a cup of coffee or some tea. Find this healthy gingerbread muffin recipe below. 

Maple Dijon Glazed Carrots

Looking for a healthy alternative to a side dish with your Holiday meal. Vegetable side dishes are the perfect way to go. There are many vegetable dish recipes out there that require loads of butter which taste great but are not so great for you. This Maple Dijon Glazed Carrot dish is easy to make, gluten-free and vegan. Perfect for any meals side dish, and kids will love the fun colors of the rainbow carrots as well. Recipe link below.

https://www.joyfulhealthyeats.com/maple-dijon-glazed-carrots/

Cranberry Balsamic Roasted Chicken

If you are only cooking for a few people this Holiday and do not have the kitchen space to bake a turkey along with side dishes, this Cranberry Balsamic Roasted Chicken recipe is the perfect go-to. This simple yet healthy dish is a sweet tangy marinade which makes this roasted chicken recipe extra juicy and extra crispy. Find the recipe linked below.

https://www.cottercrunch.com/one-pan-cranberry-balsamic-roasted-chicken/

Vegan Eggnog

If you enjoy a nice cup of eggnog during the Holidays but don't enjoy the way it makes your stomach feel, this vegan eggnog recipe is the way to go. For someone that has issues with dairy or is vegan, eggnog is usually ruled out as a beverage option during the Holidays. Luckily this eggnog recipe is egg free, dairy free and low in sugar, making it a delicious and healthy treat for everyone to enjoy.

http://www.crazyvegankitchen.com/vegan-egg-nog-eggless-nog/

Vegan Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes

During the Holidays mashed potatoes are a must when it comes to cooking a Holiday meal. Although potatoes themselves are not considered to be unhealthy, the ingredients that go into making phenomenal mashed potatoes are far from healthy. When it comes to mashed potatoes you can usually count on there being loads of butter and cream, and are usually topped with gravy. This Vegan Mashed Potato recipe is a great alternative for this Holiday. They are smooth, creamy, and flavorful, and the best part is they are low in calories. The recipe is linked here.

Vegan Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes

Skinny Holiday Fruit Crisp

After enjoying a savory meal a sweet treat is always needed. This Skinny Holiday Fruit Crisp is light and delicious. The Great thing about fruit crisps is that you can alter the recipe as much as you would like to fit your health preference. Whether it is gluten, dairy, or sugar, this recipe offers flexibility. Filled with apples, pears, and cranberries and topped off with a delicious crunchy oat crumble. This recipe is not gluten or dairy free but vegans can replace butter with vegan butter or coconut oil. If you desire a gluten-free option, almond flour or skipping flour together is also an alternative to this wonderful dessert. Serve with a scoop of vanilla almond milk ice cream and you are good to go. 

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