I’m loving this new recipe! Thai chicken and vegetable curry is one of the most ancient and traditional dishes – it’s so warm, cozy and nourishing and has been a staple in many cultures for hundreds of years. I wanted to give my “fresh” spin on it with minimal ingredients for a quick and healthy meal option thats also delicious of course!
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An easy, cozy new recipe for you all! I love simple, and this crock pot chili recipe is just about as easy it can get on these cold winter days. I use ground chicken instead of the traditional beef (I recommend grass fed organic beef if you are choosing beef!) and used black beans as my legume of choice. Feel free to mix it up with what you have on hand (i.e. ground turkey, kidney beans, chickpeas, etc.!)
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Elevate your Taco Tuesday with these Salsa Verde Shredded Chicken Tacos! They’re made with fresh, simple ingredients and some healthy store bought salsa verde (I like Trader Joe’s brand – no artificial flavors, sugar, or preservatives). (more…)
Hi, friends! I hope you’re all having a great week! It’s starting to warm up in New York and it feels like spring is finally arriving! I made these delicious, crunchy, refreshing salmon lettuce cups this past weekend and they were such a nice change of speed compared to warm, winter foods. I’m craving fresh, bright ingredients as the season is changing and we’re entering this period of renewal. (more…)
Hi guys! I apologize for being a bit MIA on the blog for a bit, but it’s been such a crazy summer and I was dealing with a lot of family stuff (health issues, but everything is good now!). I hope you’ve been having an amazing summer and soaking up all of the sunshine and time spent outdoors and in nature with friends and family. I’m also here to ask you and give you a mental check in – how have you been treating yourself/ your body? Have you been showing it self care? I’m here to remind you that self love and care isn’t selfish, and treating your body with nourishing foods is one of the best forms of self care. So here is your reminder today. End rant. (more…)
Cauliflower – a high antioxidant cruciferous vegetable! Don’t be fooled by it’s white color. Cauliflower and other white and yellow vegetables contain anthoxanthins, a type of flavonoid with health promoting benefits. Cauliflower is also a great source of Vitamin C to keep your immunity up this time of year. Cauliflower comes in different colors, too like orange and purple. It’s similar to it’s cruciferous cousin broccoli yet grows in a head and has a more dense body. I love cauliflower because it’s extremely versatile and able to be combined with so many different flavor combinations…it’s never in vain to pick up a head of cauliflower at the grocery store.
If you’re not already on the veggie burger train, this hearty Broccoli Quinoa Burger just may persuade you. Filled with protein and cancer fighting compounds, this “burger” will definitely leave you feeling all the feels – it’s satisfying, textured, and keeps you full from all of the beneficial fiber. (more…)
Here’s my take on a traditional Italian dish – pasta and meatballs. I can’t tell you how much I enjoyed the texture of these meatballs – and they even look like real meat. Lentils are a great meat substitute and are full of fiber and protein. 1 cup of cooked lentils contains 18 GRAMS OF PROTEIN! Thats only 3 grams less than a 3 oz. serving of meat. 1 cup will also provide 20% of your daily intake of potassium which is great for blood pressure, and a whopping 36% of daily iron.
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Happy September! Now is the perfect time to start falling back into healthy habits (pun intended) and setting new goals if you’ve fallen off the bandwagon over the summer. If you’re overwhelmed by the amount of changes you’d like to make, don’t forget to start small and work your way towards a healthier lifestyle one change at a time. I created this simple recipe to get you started. It’s packed with nutrition yet still tastes indulgent and delicious. (more…)
This is a quick, hearty dinner that is great for a last minute meal when you have staple ingredients around such as rice, beans, and avocado. It has a perfect blend of flavors like spicy chipotle adobo peppers, red onion, cilantro, and lime. It’s a great blend of carbohydrates, fiber, protein, and healthy fats to keep you satiated. I love this meal as is, or I enjoy it with a fresh salad also dressed with cilantro and lime. (more…)
