Chickpea “Tuna” Lettuce Wraps (Light & Fresh)
This Tasty Tuesday, we’re keeping things light, clean and refreshing with a no-oil, no-added-fat twist on a classic, Chickpea “Tuna” Lettuce Wraps. It’s bright, satisfying and packed with simple, wholesome ingredients. Recipe Ingredients: 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas,...
Rethinking Menopause Supplements!
For this Menopause Monday, I wanted to share something interesting I came across while looking at some of these menopause supplements newly on the market. Some supplements can feel like they’re helping, but research shows the picture is more complex. One factor often...
A Fresh Take on Chayote
For this Seasonal Sunday, I wanted to highlight a simple ingredient that doesn’t always get the attention it deserves, Chayote Squash. Chayote is light, crisp and incredibly versatile. It has a clean, mild flavor that takes on whatever you pair it with, making it...
The Magic of Ramps
For this Savory Saturday, I wanted to talk about something that feels truly special when it shows up, ramps. Ramps (wild leeks) are one of those ingredients people genuinely wait all year for. They grow wild in the forest floors of the eastern United States and parts...
Rice Cakes, Reinvented: Sweet & Savory Ideas
Rice cakes! Here’s a brand that really has something for everyone, Lundberg Family Farms. They do such a great job with variety. The Lightly Salted Brown Rice Cakes are simple and clean, the Tamari Seaweed Rice Cakes bring that deep, savory, umami flavor and if you...
The Magic of Tamari (San-J)
For this Thankful Thursday, I wanted to share one simple ingredient I truly appreciate in my kitchen, Tamari Sauce. I love using San-J’s tamari (the green label). It’s a gluten-free soy sauce and one of the lowest in sodium, which makes it a staple I feel good about...
Calabacita Squash: Bringing Ease to Your Plate!
Today’s spotlight is on a simple, nourishing vegetable that brings comfort and freshness to everyday meals, calabacita squash. Similar to zucchini but with a soft yellow interior, calabacita squash has a slightly sweeter, more delicate flavor. When added to broths and...
Korean Gochujang Chickpeas
Today, I’m having a little fun with it, by tossing it with chickpeas for a quick, satisfying twist. It’s simple, flavorful and perfect as a side dish or added to a nourishing bowl. Korean Gochujang Chickpeas Servings: 2–3 Ingredients: 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained...
Amino Acids Made Simple During Menopause
There's a lot of talk right now about amino acids during menopause, so let's keep it simple and clear! If you think you're only getting amino acids in snack bars, shake powders and other supplements (or meat), think again. You're also getting rancid oils the body...
Cozy Tortilla Soup
As the seasons begin to shift, it’s the perfect time to enjoy meals that feel both comforting and nourishing, something warm, flavorful and easy to come back to throughout the week. Today’s spotlight is a cozy favorite, Tortilla Soup. This plant-based version is rich,...
