Christine Crawford

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Name: Christine Crawford
Date registered: November 19, 2012

Latest posts

Peach Almond Shortcake ~ with Coconut Whipped Cream — May 7, 2024
Coconut Whipped Cream (GF + DF + V) — April 9, 2024
Scallops with Spring Peas and Tarragon — March 17, 2024
Earl Grey Citrus Mocktail — January 31, 2024
Lemon and Chickpea Soup — January 30, 2024

Sparkling Lemon Rose Refresher

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Antioxidants, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Grain Free, Healthy Foods, Healthy Lifestyle, Low Glycemic, Non-alcoholic Drink, Spring, summer, Vegan

by Christine Crawford

I love warm summer nights, and what pairs better than a sparkly, refreshing drink? I’m happy to share this pretty, floral summertime refresher with you.

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Tropical Fruit Salad

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Antioxidants, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Grain Free, Healthy Foods, Healthy Lifestyle, REAL Foods, Seasonal Foods, Spring, summer, Vegan, Vegetarian

by Christine Crawford

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This Tropical Fruit Salad is easier to achieve than you would think. I found pink pineapple and dragon fruit (pitaya) at my local Ralphs. I like to make something like this to mix up the fruit in my diet. If you haven’t tried dragon fruit, I highly recommend it. It is sweet and subtly earthy, …

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Yogurt Banana Split

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Antioxidants, Gluten Free, Grain Free, Health Coaching, Healthy Foods, Healthy Lifestyle, Paleo, REAL Foods, Seasonal Foods, Spring, summer

by Christine Crawford

5 1 vote

Take your banana split to the next level. Make it healthy and satisfying with your choice of delicious toppings. This is a fun snack for kids and adults! (Gluten-Free, Paleo)

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Using Edible Flowers in your party desserts, drinks, salads and even main dishes adds a unique element to your celebration. They add color, elegance, a bit of whimsy, and also have an interesting range of tastes. Search for what is in season in your area – your local farmers’ market is a great source for finding out what …

Luscious Strawberry Lemonade Sweetened with Dates

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Antioxidants, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Grain Free, Low Carb, Low Glycemic, Non-alcoholic Drink, REAL Foods, Seasonal Foods, Spring, summer, Vegan, Vegetarian

by Christine Crawford

There’s nothing that beats homemade lemonade…except adding strawberries to the mix! I’ve recreated a childhood favorite, added fresh strawberries and sweetened with juicy delicious dates to make this your new favorite drink.

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Spring Herb Frittata

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by Christine Crawford

This herb frittata will brighten up any Spring table. Enjoy the freshness of this nutritious dish with family and loved ones.

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Pear Cashew Crème Tart (GF, V)

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Gluten Free, Health Coaching, Healthy Foods, Seasonal Foods, Vegan

by Christine Crawford

This tart is one of my favorite winter desserts. It’s filled with spiced pears, placed atop a soft layer of cashew cream, all wrapped in a sumptuous, buttery shell.

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Spring Roll Bowl

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These Spring Roll Bowls have bright, colorful ingredients. According to the food pyramid, we should consume up to nine servings of vegetables and fruits each day. You can eat your rainbow of colors with this satisfying, tasty bowl!

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Macadamia Nut Coconut Granola

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This amazing Macadamia Nut Coconut Granola is delicious AND healthy. Packed with nuts and seeds, healthy fats, and iron, it’s gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and vegan. It’s delicious any time of the day. I love it on top of yogurt or smoothie bowls. There are so many ways to use this delicious granola.

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Hi there, I’m Christine! Welcome to Real Yummies with Chris. I am currently living in Southern California with my husband. I am a Board Certified Holistic Nutrition Consultant, Art Therapist, and Hypnotherapist. I enjoy REAL food… avoid processed and refined foods, and am a “conscientious omnivore” that believes in balanced eating. While many pervasive generalizations surround nutrition and well-being, I think eating and health should be approached with the individual in mind. I do not believe there is a one-size-fits-all solution to health and well-being. Real Yummies with Chris is a community of individuals with various dietary needs (including intolerances and allergies) looking to feel good, trust their bodies, and tune into their inner wisdom.