Category Archives: Snacks

Pear Oatmeal Cookies

I love the Anzac cookies from The Eczema Diet. Unfortunately, they are a bit too high in sugar for me, making me flare up every time I had them. Even for an occasional treat, I prefer something I won’t get … Continue reading

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Pear Pea Protein Muffins

Well, today is my blogiversary! Apparently, it’s already been 7 years since I founded Sweet Salty Spicy. A lot has changed since then, first going from vegetarian to vegan, then following The Eczema Diet. It has been a bit over … Continue reading

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Roasted Beet White Bean Dip

One of the recipes I made several times on The Eczema Diet is the sesame-free hummus. I make it with several types of beans and also like to bring it to parties and potlucks with celery sticks and crackers. Before … Continue reading

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The Eczema Diet Recipe: Banana & Pear Flourless Cookies (Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Nut-Free, Oil-Free)

Well it’s been a long time! I haven’t posted much this whole year. I’ve been on The Eczema Diet (could be considered an elimination diet) and honestly, I didn’t feel like writing about it. But I did make a couple … Continue reading

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Pistachio Cardamom Milk

I tend to go through phases for homemade milk. I’ll make some plain homemade almond milk for a couple weeks, and then go back to the convenience of buying the store-bought stuff. Although the homemade milk if a thousand times … Continue reading

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Lemon Tahini Kale Chips

Every time I make kale chips, I think that I don’t make them often enough; it is so easy to make, and such a great snack! I usually make more of a cheesy flavour, but wanted to experiment with some … Continue reading

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Spreadable Herb Cashew-Hemp Cheese

Who says you can’t have cheese as a vegan? You can definitely have delicious cheese! I tried some of the regular processed vegan cheeses available in most grocery stores and I have to say I am not a fan of … Continue reading

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Raisin Oatmeal Banana Bread (Vegan and Oil-Free)

After a moment of inattention at the grocery store, I got home with an enormous bag of quick oats instead of my regular oats. I usually buy regular or extra-thick oats because I use them a lot for my homemade granola … Continue reading

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Gingerbread Granola (vegan, gluten-free, oil-free)

Christmas is in a few weeks. What does that mean? One of my favorite flavours is in season! Yep, gingerbread! Because I love gingerbread and also love making granola, a gingerbread granola had to be made at some point. This … Continue reading

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Matcha Crispy Rice Treats (vegan, gluten-free, oil-free)

I always loved rice crispy treats, but haven’t eaten any for years, and never tried vegan ones. While in Vancouver last summer, I saw some matcha rice crispy treats in a coffee shop. Although I didn’t buy one, I loved the … Continue reading

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