Samantha Carley, MS, RDN

October 30, 2017

Dark Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Pancakes

Hello, and HAPPY HALLOWEEN! I had to post an obligatory pumpkin themed recipe (with more to come obviously) because it’s such a delicious taste with a cozy and warm feel as we head into the cooler months. These pancakes are a super easy recipe that are made and poured right from the blender – a.k.a. less dishes/bowls, who doesn’t love that?! The ingredients are real and made with whole foods, yet they’ll be easy to serve to your family with the pretty orange hue and dark chocolate chips for a delicious, fall themed breakfast! (more…)

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September 14, 2017

Arugula & Blackberry Farro Salad

Hi guys! I hope you are all having an amazing end of summer, and staying happy and healthy as we head into fall weather. I am sad to see summer go, but I love the change of season from summer to fall and all that comes with it. Hint: be sure to keep an eye out for healthy pumpkin goodies to come! But first, I’m sharing my favorite farro salad I’ve been enjoying on the reg lately in the Fresh Plates kitchen! (more…)

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August 17, 2017

Chipotle black bean tacos with crispy spiralized sweet potato

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…)

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July 19, 2017

5 Ways to Boost Your Fruit and Vegetable Intake Every Day

Hi all, hope you’re having a fantastic summer! During all your summer fun, increasing your F+V intake may not be at the forefront of your mind, but it can make all the difference in how you feel. Today, I’m sharing a few tips on how I incorporate more whole, fresh foods into my diet so you can too, and feel your best while enjoying the summer sunshine. This doesn’t have to be a complete diet overhaul – just a few mindful ways to increase the nutrition in your life and boost your micro nutrient, fiber, and antioxidant intake to keep your body feeling fresh and balanced.

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June 29, 2017

Simple Watermelon Pistachio Salad

Hello, and happy summer! It’s my favorite time of year, and I love helping my clients eat nourishing, fresh, and whole foods to keep them feeling amazing and light. Cue this simple, refreshing, and juicy salad with watermelon, thinly sliced radishes and my FAVORITE – pistachios. (more…)

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June 22, 2017

A Review of Hello Fresh

I’m sure you guys have seen on my social media that I’ve been using Hello Fresh here and there for quite some time. If you’re not sure what I’m talking about, Hello Fresh is a delivery service that provides you with all the ingredients needed to build a meal, without the classic “What’s for dinner?!!” dilemma (more…)

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June 15, 2017

Fiesta Zoodle & Corn Salad

Hey guys! Happy almost summer! I love this time of year when everyone’s heading outside and attending BBQs, enjoying time with family and friends, loving the sunshine and beaching it. This doesn’t mean you have to throw all of your good efforts for healthy eating out the window, though. (more…)

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May 17, 2017

The FP Shop is Open! + The Fresh Reset: a 5 day meal plan to refresh and reboot your health!

Hey guys!! Welcome to the new and improved FP BLOG + SHOP(!!) So excited to be adding this amazing feature to my blog to reach more followers and clients and be able to share my services and expertise that much quicker! The FP Shop is now open for business – you’ll find an individual virtual counseling session, a 30 Day Challenge, and the Fresh Reset downloadable 5 Day Meal Plan! (more…)

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May 10, 2017

The Fresh Scoop in Wellness + Natural Beauty Faves

Hey everyone, today’s post is a roundup of new nutritional science and articles along with a sneak peak into a few of my favorite natural beauty brands! Nutrition is such a growing field, and I’ve collected all of the most relevant articles so you can stay up to date on the latest!

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May 3, 2017

Raw Cookie Dough Bites

Ok you guys, I’m so excited to share these simple (and wholesome) Raw Cookie dough bites with you! I stumbled upon Hail Merry’s Cookie dough bites and knew I had to try to re-create a version for the blog arsenal. Made with 6 simple ingredients and no baking required, these bites are great for anyone to whip up – even if you feel a bit rusty in the kitchen! The only wait time is about an hour in the refrigerator to let the “batter” firm up. (more…)

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