It’s mid winter here in New York and I am craving a tropical vacation. So what is the next best thing? This recipe for Chopped Mango, Avocado + Macadamia Nut Salad. It has all the flavors of the tropics ~ juicy mango, creamy avocado, toasted macadamia nuts, and a vegan Creamy Hemp Seed Citrus Dressing. Continue Reading
Some people say “keep it real.” I say “keep it real food” as in eat real food. I also say keep it seasonal by using ingredients that are in season wherever you are. What does this mean?
Real food means using whole unprocessed ingredients as close to their natural state as possible. And keeping it seasonal means just that ~ eating with the seasons. Continue Reading
This new Mini Cranberry Apple Crisps recipe has all of the winter vibes ~ fresh apples, cranberries, raisins, and a crisp oat topping with pecans and cozy baking spices.
If your only association with fresh cranberries is cranberry sauce on the holiday table, this crisp will be a welcome addition to your repertoire. It’s super easy to make, is essentially a one-bowl recipe, and makes a great breakfast crisp or healthy tasty treat. Think brunch or a light dessert after dinner. Continue Reading
I have the perfect salad for your Friendsgiving table, Thanksgiving celebration, or any other occasion this season. Enter my Fall Harvest Salad with kale, beets, pomegranate and more! This salad is the perfect side or starter, and even hearty enough to be a main dish. Continue Reading
This Asian Pear and Arugula Salad with Yuzu Vinaigrette is the perfect fall salad, since pears and pomegranates are in season. It’s also the perfect mix of ease (for a weekday lunch) and elegance (for a dinner party). Continue Reading
There are fewer things more confusing than learning that buckwheat isn’t actually wheat at all. Except maybe that kasha is always buckwheat, but buckwheat isn’t always kasha. And buckwheat isn’t a grain either, but a seed.
Are you ready for an explanation yet? If so, keep reading! Continue Reading
It’s not too late to make the most of the last days official of summer with this recipe for Persian Shirazi Salad, or Salad e Shirazi as its also known.
Made with fresh cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, radish, herbs, toasted walnuts and lime vinaigrette. It’s great to serve as a salad or side dish in summer or all year long. Continue Reading
When Saturday brunch looks this good I like to fast-forward to the weekend ~ Greek Yogurt Bowl with Maple Roasted Stone Fruit & Cardamom Pistachio Granola. But, this bowl isn’t what it may appear to be at first glance… Continue Reading
These Picnic Sandwiches with Whipped Avocado are the perfect thing to take on your next trip to the park, beach or mountains. They are even great to serve for a party.
Oatmeal isn’t just for cold winter mornings. Who says you can’t enjoy a bowl of piping hot oats in the warmer months? Just give it the summer treatment with adding some seasonal fruit, like I did here with bing cherries, blueberries and raspberries.
And I even took it a fancy step further and pre-roasted the fruit.
Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and should not be used as nutrition or medical advice under any circumstances.