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    Jadie's Favorite Allergy-Friendly Recipes

    Published: Sep 18, 2015 by Lauren Β· This post may contain affiliate links Β· 9 Comments

    So, my daughter taught me something this week.

    IMG_2924My world, minus one...

    She had recently been dealing with a situation at her school involving another student.

    Basically, a kid was giving my daughter a hard time, taking her pencil, hitting her, calling her names...it sounds worse than what it really was, but I did speak to the teacher about it.

    My advice to Jade was to avoid this child and tell the teacher if it persisted.

    Well, of her own accord, Jade actually drew this child a picture, depicting a very happy scenario of love between the two of them, and the boy's mother approached me the next day to tell me how much it meant to her son. I was absolutely astounded at Jade's peacemaking skills, as my own way of handling myself is not as altruistic.

    In tribute to my sweet little girl, I wanted to do a round-up of some of her favorite recipes!

    5-Ingredient Red Lentil Flatbread

    Curried Red Lentil Flatbread with Arugula Pesto (GF, Nut-Free) 3

    Jade loves bread, and this bread-like recipe is no exception. Made from red lentils, this high protein and hearty bread is a great gluten-free and grain-free alternative for anyone with allergies or on special diets.

    Jadie enjoys this bread with the following soup.

    Creamy Lemon Broccoli Soup

    Healthier Low Carb Cheesy Broccoli Soup (GF, Nut-Free) 5

    I love how easy this soup is to make, and because all of the vegetables are blended together, this recipe is very kid-friendly. When my girls tell me to make 'green soup', they want this! It's also free of nuts, dairy, and flour.

    Easy Chickpea Flour Waffles

    Easy, Chickpea Flour Waffles (Gluten-Free)

    Though my waffle maker recently broke (womp, womp), this waffle recipe is Jadie's favorite!

    They come out crispy with a great flavor from the combination of chickpea and rice flours, and they're pretty high in natural protein too!

    Vegetable Beef Chili

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    This is my daughter's most requested recipe by far and our family's favorite chili recipe as a whole.

    Vegatable-Packed Spaghetti Squash Lasagna

    Vegetable-Packed Spaghetti Squash Lasagna (Gluten-Free, Grain-Free) 1

    I make this recipe every week for us girls on days my husband works, and the three of us polish it all off almost every time!

    Cheesy, meatless, vegetable-packed deliciousness!

    Coconut Flour Pizza Crust

    Coconut Flour Pizza Crust (Grain-Free) 4

    This is my new favorite alternative pizza crust!

    I try to keep Jade away from a lot of grains, as I've noticed she doesn't do well with them, so this recipe is the perfect way to allow to her to have grain-free pizza.

    Gluten-Free Buckwheat Graham Crackers

    Gluten-Free Buckwheat Graham Crackers (Vegan) 2

    These crispy, cinnamon-y crackers make great snacks for lunches! They're also a great treat, and Jadie just loves them!

    Spicy Black Bean Hummus

    My daughter is not a fan of chickpea hummus, so I make her this black bean alternative.

    I usually substitute the sesame ingredients for pumpkin seed butter and olive oil for a more Jade-friendly version. She loves to eat this with carrots or tortilla chips.

    Secret Ingredient Healthy Chocolate Shake

    Secret Ingredient Healthy Chocolate Shake (Vegan, Paleo) 3

    Like mommy, Jade doesn't tolerate bananas very well, so I created this healthy chocolate shake using pumpkin puree as an alternative! It has since become a favorite with all of us.

    Double Layer Chocolate Cookie Bars

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    Made nut-free just for her, these are one of Jade's favorite treats!

    The top layer made from oats, coconut oil, and dairy-free milk is a delicious layer in itself, but paired with the underlying brownie makes it just irresistible!

    Chickpea Flour Thin Mints

    Chickpea Flour Thin Mints (Grain-Free, Nut-Free) 3

    We are a house of chocolate mint fanatics, so I have quite a few recipes with the delicious combo, not the least of which are these copycat thin mints.

    Jade would probably sit and eat the whole batch of these if allowed, and I can't say I'd blame her.

    Light and Healthy Blueberry Crisp

    Light and Healthy Blueberry Crisp (Vegan, Nut-Free) 2

    Jadie just loves blueberries, so this healthy blueberry crisp is among her favorite treats!

    I'm happy this one is lower in added sweeteners too.

    Healthy Hot Chocolate

    My Favorite Hot Chocolate (Vegan, Paleo) 2

    Jadie adorably referred to chocolate as 'dochee' when she was a baby, and it is still a running joke between my husband and I.

    This thick and creamy drink is often requested by Jade during the winter months and with good reason! It's delicious!

    What recipes do your children most enjoy?

    Dear Jade,

    I hope that when you read this when you are older, you know how proud I am of you and how much I love you.

     

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    1. Sharon

      September 24, 2015 at 7:40 pm

      Mmmm...Great roundup! Jade and I have the same taste. πŸ™‚ That chili is calling my name once the cooler weather kicks in.

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    2. Kayla

      September 19, 2015 at 6:09 pm

      What a sweet story! I wish everybody could be that kind and compassionate as your little one. The world would be a much better place! And, the recipes you listed are the cherry on top!

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      • Lauren

        September 20, 2015 at 9:12 am

        Thanks Kayla! πŸ™‚

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    3. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      September 18, 2015 at 8:10 am

      Love this! I think when we have food allergies, we become much more adventurous/adaptive eaters. How many little kiddos can say they love red lentil flatbread? How many adults for that matter! Haha!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        September 18, 2015 at 8:55 am

        Haha, so true! It's amazing what you'll eat when you have no choice. Have a great weekend girl!

        Reply
    4. Celeste

      September 18, 2015 at 7:15 am

      I loved this post! Your daughter is so cute and those recipes all look so simple and yum. I am frustrated by how grain free recieps are often complicated with expensive ingredients. These look so simple. Thanks for sharing!

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      • Lauren

        September 18, 2015 at 8:55 am

        Thanks Celeste! πŸ™‚

        Reply
    5. dawn

      September 18, 2015 at 6:37 am

      what a FANTASTIC story!! you made my heart melt.
      AND a great listing of recipes πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Lauren

        September 18, 2015 at 8:55 am

        Thanks Dawn! πŸ™‚ Have a great weekend!

        Reply

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