Caulipower Sweet PotaTOASTS

If you love sweet potatoes then you will love Sweet Potatoasts by Caulipower: a super nutritious, Gluten-free way to spice up any meal. It makes eliminating bread from your diet easy by introducing slices of sweet potatoes that can be used in all sorts of unique combinations.

I would have personally never thought of this myself, but after giving these little crisps a go, I am sold. It’s a great way to reduce carbohydrates and boost your vitamin A & C, fiber & vitamin B6 intake.

 They’re very innovative, quick and easy meal or snack replacement.

We made these alongside MorningStar Farms nuggets for dinner. As a topper we sprinkled cheese on them, and they were simply tasty!

I can’t wait to get more creative and make avocado Sweet PotaToasts or maybe pizza. If you’re looking for a delicious bread replacement give these a try!

Since trying Caulipower Sweet PotaToasts we've tried their Three Cheese Pizza and Spicy(ish) Chicken Tenders and all varieties have become a favorite in our household.

Try it for yourself! For all retailers check out Caulipower: Store Locator

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This post was sponsored by Social Nature. I received complimentary products to facilitate my review.

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Caulipower Sweet PotaTOASTS

Noosa Yoghurt Cups

It’s surprising to me, since I am a longtime fan of Noosa Mates (Coconut Almond Chocolate is the best!), that this is the first time trying their classic pureed yogurt. I was really hoping my Meijer would have carried the salted caramel or pumpkin varieties, but I picked up several of the classic flavors, including lemon, blueberry, raspberry and strawberry rhubarb.

I even picked up more Noosa Mates and a Noosa Pair in the flavor caramel & apple! Knowing each delicious cup is made with whole milk, real fruit and is completely GMO free, I was sure that they would all be delicious. What’s unique about Noosa is that it’s made in small batches, that way each cup is just as extraordinarily flavorful as the next.

The individual classic Noosa cups are quite large and make a for a very filling snack or a morning breakfast. The consistency is thick, creamy and absolutely delicious with a great combination of sweet and tart mixed fruit puree. I love that this isn’t a sharp tart taste and rather prefer mine on the sweeter side when it comes to picking yogurts.

The classics contain just the right portion of puree compared to yogurt. In each cup (excluding lemon), there are real pieces of fruit like the blueberries to give it a little texture and extra zing.

Now let’s talk about nutrition; Noosa contains naturally occurring sugar from whole milk, however with the added sugar that leads to a range between 30-35 grams of sugar in each cup. That’s already exceeding the daily limit sugar intake for women according to the American Heart Association.

Another downside is the plastic waste even though the actual containers are recyclable (#5), it is a real noosance (see what I did there, ha!)  since your center may not accept that type. Although the foil lids are fun with their witty little sayings, they are just as wasteful and I would love to see them implement a different, environmentally conscious packaging that is still just as fun.

However, if you are into upcycling, these containers make great storage for small knick-knacks or office supplies. Check out these great ideas on how you can upcycle your containers from Life Aspire.

Overall, I am still a Noosa fan and eat this in moderation, as with any high sugar intake product, or have them every once in a while as a treat. I am also thankful I was able to venture outside of the Noosa Mates to try the Classics and will certainly add them to shopping cart next time.

Try it for yourself! For all retailers check out Noosa: Store Locator

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This post was sponsored by Social Nature. I received complimentary products to facilitate my review.

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Nasoya Toss’ables Balsamic Vinaigrette

This chance to try out the brand-new Nasoya Toss'ables came at just the right time, since I'm changing my diet and have been on the lookout for healthy grab-and-go lunch alternatives. Toss’ables are pre-seasoned and baked tofu cubes that can be added straight to any dish you want as a meat replacement, from salad to pasta and more.

Keep in mind that they’re also vegan, gluten-free, certified organic, have no preservatives or cholesterol, and are still packed with 14 grams of protein per serving. There are two varieties available right now, Balsamic Vinaigrette or Garlic and Herb, but I was only able to find the vinaigrette in stock at my local grocery store.

The first dish I tried out with Toss’ables was a quick salad, by mixing them in with some organic power greens: kale, spinach, and chard. I found that the seasoning was spot on and very flavorful, especially if you already like the taste of Balsamic vinegar. I felt that other than adding baby tomatoes and possibly carrot shavings, the salad needed no dressing since the cubes were already so powerfully flavored. I’d say the cubes are just the right size, and yes it tastes like all other tofu and has the usual spongey texture.

Next, I decided to add the Toss’ables to some home-made ramen with a Ocean’s Halo seaweed-based broth. Since I typically throw chicken into the mix, I decided to give the Balsamic cubes a go in the broth. I thought it was a nice touch, but as far as flavoring goes it didn’t work well and I thought the Garlic & Herb would have fared better.

In the end, I really think that the Balsamic Vinaigrette flavor just wasn’t for me, and I’d have a better experience if I were able to try out the Garlic and Herb style. Tofu is an undeniably healthy source of protein, and I love that Nasoya offers it organic and preservative-free, so I can’t wait to try the second flavor and incorporate it in some new dishes.

Try it for yourself! For all retailers check out Nasoya: Store Locator

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This post was sponsored by Social Nature. I received complimentary products to facilitate my review.

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Nasoya Toss’ables Balsamic Vinaigrette

Ocean's Halo Ramen & Miso Broth

Ocean’s Halo Ramen Broth is a Japanese flavor inspired broth that contains sustainably ocean-farmed kelp, in addition to being USDA organic and Non-GMO. We’ve all had the classic instant ramen, so I want to make clear that this broth is not even in the same realm. This product provides a much more authentic Japanese ramen experience and can even be used to make other dishes.

We made it into a noodle bowl dish, using Simply Asia Japanese Style ramen noodles with fresh carrots and the added protein of chicken. However, you can be creative and add whatever you want to your dish; on the back of the box they even suggest traditional ingredients like seaweed sheets, bamboo shoots, boiled egg, roasted pork, sliced scallions and roasted vegetables.

I personally don’t eat a lot of Japanese style foods, however I occasionally have sushi, so the seafood taste from the kelp was delicious to me. On the other hand, my boyfriend really dislikes anything with a seafood taste. The flavor was rich, and it had a thick, creamy texture, making it a hearty meal for dinner. The only downside was the amount of sodium in the broth that I found a bit overwhelming, perhaps because we don’t eat a lot of salty foods.

I was feeling adventurous, so along with trying the Ramen Broth I picked up Ocean’s Halo Miso Broth. I was expecting good things since the Ramen Broth was delicious, so we made this for lunch. For this dish, we picked up Thai Kitchen Stir-Fry Rice Noodles to try something different and mixed in cooked chicken, carrots and spinach. This broth was thinner in consistency and had a little too much salt, however it was delicious and tasted like subdued Ramen Broth, with a lighter taste. This was not my favorite out of the two, but I wouldn’t mind having it again.

Overall, the Ramen Broth was a delicious broth that I will be stocking up on next time, since it was hard to find the first time around at Walmart. However, that’s only because it was brand new, and will definitely become a household staple that will fit into the rotation of our dinner plans. Plus Ocean's Halo donates 2% of their profits to the Monterey Bay Aquarium's Children's Education Fund to inspire ocean conservation.

Try it for yourself! For all retailers check out Ocean's Halo: Store Locator

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Nasoya Organic Tofu Dumplings

Tonight we cooked up some flavorful Organic Tofu Dumplings from Nasoya thanks to Social Nature. It's a healthy alternative for those who are vegan, vegetarian, or if you're like me and just don't really care for meat. Nasoya is the first to offer fresh and not frozen dumplings to your designated grocery store. 


This is my first time trying a dumpling let alone one made with tofu, but since I’ve had pierogis before, I knew I would have some inclination toward liking them. The image on the packaging looks appealing, so I gave it a go to as a side for dinner. I was able to easily find it in the produce section of my grocery store along side other tofu products. I easily used the Nasoya store locator before I headed out to pick it up.

The instructions were simple enough to follow, and in less than five minutes they were fully cooked. I chose to pan-fry the dumplings and carefully placed all into a large skillet with 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. I will caution that it is very messy, so be careful of hot oil flying back at you while placing the dumplings. Let them sizzle for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden, steam with some water for 2-3 more, and voila!

However if you're not into pan-frying you could always boil them. Place dumplings in 4 quarts of boiling water for a 1 minute then reduce to a simmer. Cook for approximately 2 more minutes and scoop dumplings out and drain before breakage. 

They tasted perfectly crispy on the outside, with a soft, delicious filling inside. I loved the texture and ingredients like sautéed mushrooms, carrots, and the crunchy bokchoy. I personally dipped mine in sweet-n-sour sauce while my boyfriend dipped them in Thai pepper sauce. I also enjoyed the size of the dumplings and thought it similar to a veggie nugget. You can use them for great side, appetizer, or even the main entrée. Overall, we loved them in our household and will be planning more meals with them included.

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Ingredients
Organic tofu (filtered water, sprouted organic soybeans, calcium sulfate, glucono delta lactone, nigari [magnesium chloride]), organic wheat flour, water, organic potato starch, organic whole eggs, organic crimini mushroom, organic boo chou, organic carrot, sea salt, organic green onion, organic rice vinegar, organic sesame oil, organic ginger, organic crushed garlic, organic canola oil, organic cane sugar, cultured sugar (cultured cane sugar, vinegar), organic tamari powder (organic tamari soy sauce [organic soybeans, salt], organic maltodextrin and salt), organic whole milk (Grade A milk, vitamin D3), organic chili peppers, organic white pepper

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