Whole Healthy Apple Pie

This apple pie has everything you love—warm cinnamon, tender apples, and a golden crust—but with a healthier spin. The filling is naturally sweetened, the crust uses olive oil for lightness, and it’s easier to make than most pies. Perfect for grounding into autumn.

Ingredients:

For the crust:
2 ½ cups almond flour
½ cup oat flour (or finely ground oats)
¼ cup coconut sugar
¼ teaspoon sea salt
⅓ cup olive oil (or melted coconut oil)
3–4 tablespoons ice water

For the filling:
6 medium apples (mix of tart and sweet, like Honeycrisp and Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons arrowroot starch (or cornstarch)
¼ cup pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional topping:
1 tablespoon maple syrup for brushing
Sprinkle of coconut sugar or oats

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly oil a 9-inch pie dish.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, oat flour, coconut sugar, and salt. Stir in the olive oil and 3 tablespoons of ice water, mixing until the dough holds together. If it feels dry, add the last tablespoon of water.

Press two-thirds of the dough evenly into the bottom and sides of the pie dish. Save the remaining third for the topping (you can crumble it, or roll it out between parchment for a rustic top crust).

In a large bowl, toss the apple slices with arrowroot, maple syrup, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and vanilla until well coated.

Transfer the filling into the crust, spreading it evenly. Add your topping—either crumble the reserved dough over the apples or lay rustic strips for a lattice.

Bake for 40–50 minutes, until the apples are tender and the crust is golden. If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil.

Cool at least 30 minutes before slicing so the filling sets. Brush with a little maple syrup and sprinkle with coconut sugar or oats if desired.

✨ Pro Tip: Bake this a day ahead—the flavors deepen, and the pie slices more easily once cooled. It’s wonderful on its own, but a spoonful of coconut yogurt or dairy-free vanilla ice cream makes it extra cozy.

Healthy Baked Butternut Fries

Fall is the perfect season for butternut squash, and turning it into crispy oven fries is one of the easiest ways to enjoy it. These fries are naturally sweet, full of fiber, and baked instead of fried, so they’re light but still satisfying.

Ingredients:

1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into fry-shaped sticks
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Optional: pinch of cayenne for heat

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Place the butternut squash fries in a large bowl and toss with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well coated.

Spread the fries out in a single layer on the baking sheet, making sure they don’t overlap (this helps them crisp).

Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender with lightly crisp edges.

Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce—try tahini, Greek yogurt dip, or just a sprinkle of fresh herbs.

✨ Pro Tip: For extra crisp fries, toss the squash sticks with 1 tablespoon of arrowroot starch before seasoning.

Citrus-Herb Marinated Grilled Shrimp

This is one of my favorite go-to recipes. It is light and zesty, rich in protein and low in calories, making it an ideal choice for a healthy meal. The citrus marinade not only enhances the flavor but also adds a dose of vitamin C, perfect for a main meal or anytime.

Ingredients:

1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon lime zest
2 tablespoons fresh herbs (chopped, such as cilantro, parsley, or basil)
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, lime zest, chopped fresh herbs, honey, cumin, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.

Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let the shrimp marinate for 15-30 minutes.

Preheat the grill ( or skillet) to medium heat, then cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and opaque ( you can also put your marinated shrimps on skewers or use a BBQ basket )

Serve with your favorite sides. Great for tacos, salads, appetizers etc.