Herbed Potato & Green Bean Salad
Herbed Potato & Green Bean Salad 1 ½ pounds baby red skin potatoes (halved or quartered depending on size)2 cups fresh green beans (trimmed and cut in halves)2 tablespoons Dijon mustard2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice2 –3 tablespoons water (as needed)¼ cup fresh...
Tomato Basil Cucumber Salad
Today’s Friday Fave is simple, refreshing and one of those dishes that tastes like warm weather in a bowl. Tomato Basil Cucumber Salad Chopped beefsteak tomatoes paired with crisp Persian or English cucumbers, tossed with fresh basil and my Champagne Vinaigrette The...
Champagne Vinaigrette
Champagne Vinaigrette 3 tablespoons champagne vinegar1 –2 tablespoons cashew cream1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 –2 teaspoons maple syrup or date syrup2 –4 tablespoons water (as needed)pinch of saltwhite pepper to taste1 small shallot (finely minced) Blend the...
Cherry Tomatoes!
Cherry tomatoes and grape tomatoes may look almost identical at first glance, but they’re actually a little different. Cherry tomatoes are usually rounder, juicier and slightly sweeter, while grape tomatoes tend to be firmer, meatier and a little less watery and,...
These Tiny Kitchen Habits Change Everything
One wellness trick I use all the time has nothing to do with fancy ingredients. It’s preparation. One of the easiest ways to make nourishing meals feel simpler during the week is prepping a few basics ahead of time instead of trying to cook everything from scratch...
Quinoa with Mango and Jalapeno
Some meals are simple but somehow completely hit the spot. This quinoa bowl is one of those combinations that balances sweet, spicy, creamy, fresh and comforting all in one bite. Fluffy quinoa paired with juicy mango, jalapeño (fresh or jarred), a squeeze of lime,...
Energy Crashes: Hormones or Iron Intake?
Have you ever wondered if feeling tired during menopause is always “just hormones”? Hormones absolutely play a role, but something many people don’t realize is that iron intake can matter too. And honestly, I didn’t fully understand how many plant foods contained iron...
Blueberries
For this Seasonal Sunday, let’s talk about one of the simplest little foods that can completely change a dish, blueberries. Sweet, juicy, colorful and incredibly versatile, they work in so many different ways beyond just a snack. You can blend them into a simple...
Charred Pineapple & Chili Rice Noodles
Charred Pineapple & Chili Rice Noodles 8 ounces rice noodles(2 cups fresh pineapple (cut into chunks)1 red bell pepper (sliced)2 cups purple or green cabbage (thinly sliced)2 green onions (sliced on an angle)2 cloves garlic (minced)1 tablespoon fresh ginger...
Charred Pineapple & Chili Rice Noodles
This week’s Friday Fave is bright, smoky, a little spicy and packed with flavor in every bite. The charred pineapple brings natural sweetness, while the chili, ginger, lime and tamari create that perfect balance of savory and bold. If you’ve never added caramelized...
