The Climatarian Journal

The Climatarian Journal

A Guide to Green Living

The Climatarian Journal

orange blackout cookies
Gluten Free Orange Blackout Cookies
VIDEO You don’t want to miss out on these cookies! With only 6 clean ingredients, they're fudgy, melty, so flavorful and easy to make! Ingredients: 1 egg 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted. 1/2 cup coconut sugar...
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BREAKING DOWN Compostability
So, you’ve tried our incredible chocolate truffles and are in awe of the taste, and the health benefits, and the inspirational stories behind the cacao and coconut farmers…and the taste! You may be wondering about these little wrappers and what exactly...
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5 Ways to Make Sustainability Actually Sustainable
Sustainability starts with you! The world can often feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to the planet and sustainability. We’re here to remind you that the daily, small actions you take to build a more sustainable world matter, a whole...
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Gluten Free Dark Chocolate Dipped Matcha Shortbread Cookies
Gluten Free Dark Chocolate Dipped Matcha Shortbread Cookies
VIDEO These Dark Chocolate Dipped Matcha Shortbread Cookies are easy to make and perfectly soft, plus they are Gluten-Free! Here is how to make these yummy matcha cookies: For the cookies: 2 cups blanched almond flour 5 tbs gluten free all purpose flour...
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Sweet Quinoa Breakfast Porridge
Sweet Quinoa Breakfast Porridge
Don't let this sweet & delicious dish fool you... it's packed with nutrients to start your day and full of planet-friendly ingredients. Switch things up with local, seasonal fruits and whatever pantry staples you have on hand.  Ingredients Base:  1 cup...
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Raspberry Chocolate Chunk Ice Cream Sandwiches
Raspberry Chocolate Chunk Ice Cream Sandwiches
Our all-time favorite sandwich.. a homemade chocolate chunk cookie ice cream sandwich! These vegan sandos come with a double dose of raspberries and a hearty measure of your favorite chocolate. Thanks to Michelle of Plant and Sprout for working with...
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Mint Chocolate Chip Cupcakes with Mint Ganache Frosting
Mint Chocolate Chip Cupcakes with Mint Ganache Frosting
These delicious chocolate chip cupcakes can be made with any Alter Eco chocolate combination. You can either choose from Sea Salt chocolate chip cupcakes with Brown Butter ganache frosting. Mint Chocolate Chip Cupcakes with Mint Ganache Frosting are a delicious...
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The Gift That Keeps On Giving
The Gift That Keeps On Giving
This Giving Tuesday, Alter Eco will be matching your donations (up to $1,000) when you donate to an organization supporting regenerative agriculture. This is a way of farming that respects the soil and the people who grow our food. We've listed a few...
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The Positive Impacts of Purchasing Fair Trade Quinoa
Plant Power for People and Planet! A legacy product line for Alter Eco dating back to 2008, our Organic and Fair For Life Fair certified heirloom quinoa is part of our mission to grow food in a way that restores...
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Carrot Cake Quinoa Cereal
Carrot Cake Quinoa Cereal
It's time to upgrade your morning cereal. Cooking quinoa with carrot juice instead of water adds a pack of vegetable nutrients and color to this cereal mixture. Mix it with milk, add it to the top of your yogurt, enjoy...
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Black Quinoa and Stone Fruit Salad
Black Quinoa and Stone Fruit Salad
Our friend, Kris Kelly, of Goofy Foot Foods did it again! This time with a summer-inspired salad with black quinoa and yummy stone fruit!  Check out all of Kris' recipes on her website at GoofyFootFoods.com Ingredients 1 cup Alter Eco...
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Vegan S'more Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches
Vegan S'more Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches
Is there really anything better than the combo of ooey, gooey marshmallows and melted chocolate? Adding cookies and ice cream to the mix! Up your s'more game this Independence Day with these delightful Vegan S'more Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches. Made in...
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7 Truly Affordable Ways to Save the Planet
7 Truly Affordable Ways to Save the Planet
Does it ever seem to you that going green means spending a lot of green? While some earth-friendly products have a higher price, there are affordable ways to protect the environment. Some don’t cost anything at all. Many save you...
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Coconut Toffee Ice Cream
Coconut Toffee Ice Cream
Dust off your ice cream maker and get ready for summer! This deliciously refreshing Coconut Toffee Chocolate Chip Ice Cream will satisfy any summer sweet tooth. Thanks to Rachel Warcholak for sharing the recipe. Ingredients 3/4 cup cane sugar 1 cup...
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Arbor Day: Bringing Trees Back
Arbor Day: Bringing Trees Back
Celebrating trees is deeply integrated into our company mission, but we’re always glad when the rest of the world gets a chance too! April 29th is Arbor Day, an entire day to give trees all the attention, joy, and love...
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Clean Dark Chocolate Almond Butter Eggs
Clean Dark Chocolate Almond Butter Eggs
This simple 4-ingredient recipe is perfect for your Easter celebration, but can be enjoyed all year long. These Super Blackout Almond Butter Eggs are plant-based, gluten free, paleo and absolutely delicious. And with only 1g of unrefined cane sugar per egg......
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How to Make Your Kitchen Climatarian Friendly
How to Make Your Kitchen Climatarian Friendly
You’ve decided to go full climatarian. You’re going to eat mostly plant-based, local foods that are good for you and good for the planet, and do everything you can to reduce food waste. Hooray! Now what? Looking around your kitchen,...
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Want Climate Solutions to Work? Include Women
Want Climate Solutions to Work? Include Women
In honor of Women’s History Month, here’s a closer look at the interplay between gender and climate change.   We need all hands-on deck in the fight against climate change. From beach clean-ups to sustainable chocolate companies, legislative action to...
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The Price of Ethical Chocolate
The Price of Ethical Chocolate
From day one, Alter Eco’s mission has been to create high quality chocolate that is good for the planet and good for the farmers and other suppliers that help produce it.  This ethos is the driving force behind every decision...
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Morning Habits That Dietitians Swear By
Morning Habits That Dietitians Swear By
The time and energy we invest in our morning rituals is sacred as it sets the tone for our entire day. From eating a healthy breakfast to spending time outside,the more diligent we are at maintaining these rituals, the more...
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