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Chilly winter weather 🤝 cozy soup recipes.Try this protein-rich Tempeh Tortilla Soup for a satisfying lunch, and thank u...
01/30/2025

Chilly winter weather 🤝 cozy soup recipes.

Try this protein-rich Tempeh Tortilla Soup for a satisfying lunch, and thank us later. 💚

WHAT YOU NEED:
1 Tbsp avocado oil or grapeseed oil
1 small white onion, chopped
1/2 tsp salt
8 oz package tempeh, cut into 1 inch cubes
2 medium sweet potatoes, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 large red bell pepper or poblano pepper, chopped
3 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
2 Tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp dried oregano
3/4 tsp ground cumin
8 oz can diced tomatoes
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
8 oz can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup frozen or canned corn kernels
Juice of 1/2 lime
1 avocado, cubed
2 cups crumbled baked tortilla chips
1/2 cup cilantro

HOW TO MAKE IT:
In large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and salt; heat, stirring occasionally, until onion has softened and beginning to brown, about 5 minutes. Add tempeh pieces to pan and heat 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Place sweet potato, red or poblano pepper, garlic, and jalapeno in pan; heat 2 minutes. Stir in tomato paste, oregano, and cumin to pan; heat 1 minute. Place canned tomatoes, broth, and pinto beans in pan. Bring to boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes, until potato is tender. Stir in corn and lime juice; heat 1 minute.

Serve soup garnished with avocado, tortilla chips, and cilantro.

Serves 6
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Have you tried cycle syncing? Read more about how it works in our article “Cycle Syncing in Winter” at the link in our b...
01/28/2025

Have you tried cycle syncing? Read more about how it works in our article “Cycle Syncing in Winter” at the link in our bio! 📖🌱

Hey, friend! Your best will look a little different each day, and that’s okay. Go easy on yourself—you’re doing great. 💚...
01/27/2025

Hey, friend! Your best will look a little different each day, and that’s okay. Go easy on yourself—you’re doing great. 💚

If you’re like us and a good ol’ PB & J reminds you of your childhood, take it to the next level with these PB & J Prote...
01/24/2025

If you’re like us and a good ol’ PB & J reminds you of your childhood, take it to the next level with these PB & J Protein Oats! They reheat great, making for the perfect quick breakfast. 💚

WHAT YOU NEED:
〰️1 1/4 cups steel-cut oats
〰️Pinch salt
〰️1/2 cup unsweetened almond, cashew, or oat milk
〰️1 1/2 cup frozen raspberries
〰️1 Tbsp honey
〰️1 tsp vanilla
〰️2 Tbsp chia seeds
〰️1/2 cup plain or vanilla plant-based protein
〰️1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
〰️1/4 cup chopped unsalted peanuts

HOW TO MAKE IT:
In medium saucepan, place oats, a pinch of salt, and 3 1/2 cups water. Bring to slight simmer, immediately turn off heat, and let oats soak overnight, covered. In the morning, stir milk into pot with oats and heat over medium-low for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

In separate small saucepan, heat raspberries, 2 Tbsp water, honey, and vanilla over medium heat for 5 minutes. Gently mash raspberries. Stir in chia seeds and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes.

Into cooked oats, stir protein powder and peanut butter. Stir in raspberry mixture, then place in serving bowls and top with peanuts.

Serves 4-6
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Perfect winter meal prep? We’ve got you. This Chunky Pumpkin Lentil Chili is an ideal mix of sweet and smoky heat (thank...
01/17/2025

Perfect winter meal prep? We’ve got you. This Chunky Pumpkin Lentil Chili is an ideal mix of sweet and smoky heat (thanks to the chipotles) and easily customizable. 🍲🧡

WHAT YOU NEED:
1 cup dry brown lentils
1 Tbsp avocado oil or grapeseed oil
1 large yellow onion, diced
2 medium carrots, chopped
1/2 tsp salt
1 lb. vegan meatless grounds
1 large red bell pepper, chopped
1 medium zucchini, chopped
3 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
28 oz can diced tomatoes
1 cup pumpkin purée
1 Tbsp cocoa powder
2 Tbsp cider vinegar
1 canned chipotle chili pepper in adobo sauce
2 tsp dried oregano
3/4 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp cinnamon

HOW TO MAKE IT:
In bowl, place lentils, cover with water, and soak for several hours.

In large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and salt to pan; sauté until onion is softened, about 5 minutes. Add meatless grounds to pan and heat until browned, about 4 minutes. Stir in bell pepper, zucchini, and garlic; heat 3 minutes.

In blender container, place broth, 1/2 can diced tomatoes, pumpkin, cocoa powder, cider vinegar, chipotle chili, oregano, cumin, and cinnamon and blend until smooth. Add tomato mixture and drained lentils to saucepan with browned grounds mixture; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until lentils are tender, stirring occasionally, about 40 minutes.

Serves 6
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Myth: there’s nothing you can do to prevent sniffle season from hitting your home. Fact: prioritizing your well-being ca...
01/16/2025

Myth: there’s nothing you can do to prevent sniffle season from hitting your home.
Fact: prioritizing your well-being can help you sidestep sickness. ☀️🍋

Keeping your mental health happy helps, too! One study found that people who participated in 8 weeks of mindfulness practices reduced their rates of respiratory infections.

🎉JANUARY GIVEAWAYS🎉 Did someone say free goodies? Head over to alive.com for a chance to win a Nutritional Shake Prize ...
01/15/2025

🎉JANUARY GIVEAWAYS🎉 Did someone say free goodies? Head over to alive.com for a chance to win a Nutritional Shake Prize Pack or a 7-Day Total Nutritional Cleanse Program from —the perfect sidekicks for starting the year on a healthy note. 💪
Good luck! 💚

RULES: Contest closes at 12:01 am PST on February 1, 2024. Contest is only open to legal residents of Canada who are the age of majority.

Mind full? Out. Mindful? In! 🧠🩷
01/13/2025

Mind full? Out. Mindful? In! 🧠🩷

Craving sunshine? These Dreamy Coconut Macaroons are basically a tropical vacation in snack form—no plane ticket needed....
01/09/2025

Craving sunshine? These Dreamy Coconut Macaroons are basically a tropical vacation in snack form—no plane ticket needed. 🌴☀️

Bonus: coconuts contain fatty acids that help boost endurance in athletes, making these bites a perfect pre-workout snack. 🥥

WHAT YOU NEED:
〰️2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
〰️1/2 cup almond flour
〰️1/2 cup vegan protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
〰️1/4 tsp sea salt
〰️1/3 cup maple syrup
〰️1/4 cup coconut cream
〰️2 Tbsp coconut oil, melted
〰️1 tsp vanilla extract

HOW TO MAKE IT:
Preheat oven to 325 F and line baking sheet with parchment paper.

In large bowl, mix shredded coconut, almond flour, protein powder, and sea salt.

In separate bowl, whisk together maple syrup, coconut cream, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.

Combine wet and dry ingredients, mixing until everything is evenly coated and mixture is sticky.

Scoop 1 1/2 Tbsp of mixture into your hands, press firmly, and form into balls or mounds. Place on baking sheet. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until tops are golden and edges are crispy. Remove from oven and let cool on baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!

Makes 12 servings
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This is your reminder that setting goals doesn’t have to be complicated. What’s one thing you’re hoping to do more of in...
01/09/2025

This is your reminder that setting goals doesn’t have to be complicated. What’s one thing you’re hoping to do more of in 2025? (PS: you’ve got this!) 💚

Send this post to a friend who wants to up their supplement game in 2025! ✨
01/07/2025

Send this post to a friend who wants to up their supplement game in 2025! ✨

🍎 + 🥧 = heaven.These fun-sized apple tarts are flaky, flavorful, and faintly sweet. Save this recipe for your next desse...
01/03/2025

🍎 + 🥧 = heaven.

These fun-sized apple tarts are flaky, flavorful, and faintly sweet. Save this recipe for your next dessert night!

WHAT YOU NEED:
〰️1 1/2 cups whole wheat pastry flour
〰️1/2 cup almond flour
〰️1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp coconut sugar, divided
〰️2 tsp cinnamon, divided
〰️1/2 tsp nutmeg
〰️1/2 cup vegan butter, cold and cubed
〰️1/4 cup cold water
〰️2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
〰️1/4 tsp allspice
〰️1 Tbsp lemon juice

HOW TO MAKE IT:
Preheat oven to 350 F.

In bowl, mix pastry flour, almond flour, 1/4 cup coconut sugar, 1 tsp cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cut in vegan butter until crumbly. Add cold water and mix until dough forms. Do not overmix. Chill dough for 30 minutes, then roll out on floured surface. Cut into 12 rectangles.

For filling, in saucepan on medium-high heat, cook apples, 2 Tbsp coconut sugar, 1 tsp cinnamon, allspice, and lemon juice until soft and slightly caramelized. Remove from heat.

Once slightly cooled, place filling on each of 6 rectangles, top with the remaining 6 rectangles, and seal edges with a fork.

Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool before serving.

Serves 6
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We’re ringing in the new year with even more cheer, as 2025 marks 50 years of alive magazine! 🎉 Celebrate with us by gra...
01/02/2025

We’re ringing in the new year with even more cheer, as 2025 marks 50 years of alive magazine! 🎉 Celebrate with us by grabbing our January issue—it’s FREE at health food stores across Canada and packed with fresh ways to help you have the best year yet. 💚

Happy New Year’s Eve! What are you letting go of and letting in for 2025? 🎆💛
12/31/2024

Happy New Year’s Eve! What are you letting go of and letting in for 2025? 🎆💛

Meal prep this Harissa Roasted Vegetable Traybake to make healthy eating simple! Top with Greek yogurt, olive oil, or to...
12/28/2024

Meal prep this Harissa Roasted Vegetable Traybake to make healthy eating simple! Top with Greek yogurt, olive oil, or toasted sesame seeds to bring it all together. ✨

WHAT YOU NEED:
2 Tbsp avocado oil
2 Tbsp harissa paste
2 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp (ground cumin
2 cups Brussels sprouts, cut in half if large
1 small head cauliflower
2 red bell peppers, seeded and chopped
2 leeks, trimmed and chopped into 1/2 inch rounds
14 oz can chickpeas, drained, rinsed, and patted dry
7 oz halloumi cheese, cut into 3/4 inch cubes
1 cup couscous
1 1/2 cups boiling water
1 lemon, finely zested and juiced
1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 tsp fine sea salt
1/2 cup finely chopped kale

HOW TO MAKE IT:
Place oven racks in upper and lower third of oven and preheat to 425 F. Line 2 rimmed baking trays with parchment paper and set aside.

In small bowl, whisk together avocado oil, harissa paste, smoked paprika, and ground cumin until well combined. Set aside.

Scatter Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, and red peppers over one of the prepared baking trays in a single layer. Scatter leeks, chickpeas, and halloumi cheese on second baking tray. Evenly drizzle spice mixture over each baking tray and toss until evenly coated. Place tray with Brussels sprout mixture on lower rack of oven and tray with chickpea mixture on upper rack. Roast until vegetables are fork tender and halloumi is golden brown, about 30 to 45 minutes.

Meanwhile, make couscous side. In medium-sized, heat-proof bowl, place couscous. Pour boiling water over couscous and cover with plate to trap steam. Set aside for 5 minutes.

In another medium bowl, whisk together lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. Add kale and, with clean hands, massage dressing into kale for a minute. Fluff couscous with a fork and add to kale mixture, tossing well to combine.

To serve, gently toss together roasted vegetables, chickpeas, and halloumi on one baking tray. Serve alongside couscous.

Serves 6 to 8
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Hey, friends—remember to show yourself love this festive season. Happy holidays from our alive family to yours. 💚❤️ ...
12/24/2024

Hey, friends—remember to show yourself love this festive season. Happy holidays from our alive family to yours. 💚❤️

Baked goods are a hallmark of the holidays, and we’ve got you covered for all your healthy switches and swaps. Although ...
12/23/2024

Baked goods are a hallmark of the holidays, and we’ve got you covered for all your healthy switches and swaps. Although each recipe is different, this cheat sheet is a useful starting point.

Save this post for your next baking day! 🍪🎄

You doughnut want to miss out on this recipe! Soft, flavorful, and healthier than your average doughnut, these Baked Ban...
12/19/2024

You doughnut want to miss out on this recipe! Soft, flavorful, and healthier than your average doughnut, these Baked Banana Pumpkin Doughnuts are the perfect dessert. 🍩✨

WHAT YOU NEED:
1/2 cup mashed ripe banana, about 1 large banana
1/2 cup pumpkin purée
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 Tbsp maple syrup
1 Tbsp ground flaxseeds
4 large organic eggs
1/4 cup + 1 tsp refined coconut oil, melted, divided, plus extra for greasing pans
1/2 cup buckwheat flour
1/2 cup spelt flour or whole wheat flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup chopped dark chocolate
1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds

HOW TO MAKE IT:
Preheat oven to 350 F. Lightly grease doughnut pan with coconut oil and set aside.

In large bowl, whisk together mashed banana, pumpkin purée, vanilla extract, maple syrup, ground flaxseeds, eggs, and 1/4 cup coconut oil until well combined.

In another medium bowl, whisk together both flours, baking soda, and baking powder. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and fold together with rubber spatula until well combined. Spoon or pipe batter into prepared doughnut wells so they’re three-quarters full.

Bake in preheated oven until golden brown and puffed, about 10 to 15 minutes depending on the size of your doughnut pan. Let cool for 2 minutes in pan before turning out onto wire rack. Repeat greasing pan and baking remaining doughnut batter until all doughnuts are baked.

In double boiler, melt together chocolate and remaining 1 tsp coconut oil. Remove from heat. Spoon cooled glaze over donuts and garnish with a sprinkling of pumpkin seeds. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to let glaze harden or enjoy doughnuts right away.

Makes about 12

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