This is a savory and satisfying pasta, but the marinated beets add a tanginess that balance the dish beautifully. Quick, easy, and delicious……
vegetarianism / veganism
Summer Squash Quinoa Bowl w/ Brussels Sprouts & Feta
A quinoa bowl never fails. It’s a convenient, delicious, and satisfying way to get a balanced meal rich in minerals, nutrients, and protein. There is no real structure to this dish. Play around with the vegetables you have handy and experiment to find which combinations you like most–carrots, onion, daikon radish, red radish, basil, arugula, beets…they are all delicious options….
Sunshine Anti-Inflammatory Tonic
A zesty, sweet, & refreshing way to start the day…and beautiful obviously. This juice is FULL of B-vitamins, Beta-carotene, and Vitamin C. It will give you plenty of energy, boost your immune system, and reduce inflammation in your body…an amazing way to start the day….
Broccoli & Arugula Soup
This cleanse-friendly soup is wonderful. Fresh, nourishing and savory to taste…and it can easily be made with fresh arugula or watercress….
Spiced Red Bean & Rice Collard Green Wrap
Nothing’s as hearty a comfort food as beans and rice. You can enjoy this mix as a bowl with fresh greens or as a healthy “burrito-style” wrap. Both the rice and bean mixture are thick enough that you won’t have to worry about a mess when eating. I used a collard green for my wrap, but feel free to use other large-leaf greens. Romaine Lettuce has a lighter flavor, while kale and collard greens have a much stronger green/earthy flavor….
Ultra Creamy Coconut Oatmeal w/ Banana & Goji Berries
My go-to breakfast is oatmeal — in all of its incarnations. This version is richer than my typical oatmeal as a result of canned full-fat coconut milk. I usually use unsweetened coconut milk, but this was a real treat on a chilly, rainy morning….
Savory Roasted Butternut Squash & Yogurt
This is a great breakfast or snack when I’m on-the-go and want something warming and hearty. I sometimes throw some fresh chopped beets in to roast with the squash and love that combination as well….