Throwing away food is such a bummer. I’m always on the lookout for tips and tricks to prevent foods from going bad too quickly and ways to use up what’s in my fridge before it goes off. If I can’t use something right away I’ll usually either juice it or freeze it. My blog is […]
Raw, vegan and BETTER than the original. This is my vegan take on a caesar salad. If you think you don’t like kale, try this vegan caesar salad and I bet you’ll change your mind. Every single ingredient in this recipe is a superfood (minus the optional sesame oil) – enjoy it guilt-free and often. […]
Lentil soup is one of my favorites and I’m always looking for new ways to change up the flavor combinations to make it new. Roasted poblanos are for sure my new favorite. Lentils are incredibly good for you, cheap and easy to work with. I suggest learning the basic method to any lentil soup then […]
Sometimes you just want pasta. And there’s no reason you have to give it up to be healthy. The key is to using the best-tasting superfood-style pasta you can find and saying good-bye to the white processed stuff. It’s also important to be mindful of your serving size and frequency of enjoying; a serving or […]
Ah lentils. So good for you, yet so boring. Not anymore. The secret to loving healthy food is to experiment with new flavor combinations and different textures. I often turn my lentils into soup, but today I’m mixing it up and eating them whole. And, the addition of fresh thyme and balsamic vinegar is so […]
My healthy green bean casserole is a hit every year at Thanksgiving (my dad never believes there isn’t any butter in it!) It’s easy to make, dairy-free and puts a healthy spin on a traditional favorite. I hope you and your family love it, too! Healthy Green Bean Casserole Remix:Crisp Green Beans with Mushrooms & […]
Brussels sprouts are delicious! There. I said it. And so, so good for you. A member of the cabbage family and cruciferous vegetable, Brussels sprouts are packed with vitamins A and C, potassium, folate, iron and of course fiber. I’m not sure why they have such a bad rap. My guess is that people don’t […]
Superfoods, meet The Holiday Season. Creating extra healthy food that’s also extra beautiful and extra delicious makes me so (SO!) happy. This quinoa salad is a cinch to whip up and makes a delicious lunch or perfect side to any holiday meal. Every single ingredient is a superfood in its own right; enjoy this dish […]
Hot damn this drink is pretty! Even better, it’s as good for you as it is beautiful. I’m in love with both the pomegranate jewel tone and spicy kick from the ginger. Enjoy this vegan smoothie any time of day to indulge in a healthy treat. Spicy Pomegranate Ginger Smoothie Recipe Serves 1 Ingredients: seeds […]
Sometimes you just want something sweet. This green smoothie is my go-to when my sweet tooth kicks in. I know it sounds strange, but it really does the trick! The berries, banana and vanilla protein powder are delightfully sweet, and you can’t even taste the spinach. (I promise!) The extra protein also helps keep me […]