It’s that time of year when we’re setting resolutions or goals and most people include healthy eating on their list. Sometimes when we go all in at once it can be overwhelming and we give up before we even get started.
Black-Eyed Pea Quinoa Salad
There’s an old tradition in the south that if you eat black-eyed peas on New Year’s Day it will bring you good luck for that year. After 2020, I think we could all use some good luck for 2021!
Pumpkin Pie Bites
Thanksgiving can be a lot of work with cooking, baking, cleaning, washing dishes! These Pumpkin Pie Bites are quick and easy and they make a yummy healthy dessert or snack.
Cashew Mac and Cheese
Dairy-free Mac and cheese that’s actually good for you!! This one is made with healthy ingredients like cashews for the creaminess and nutritional yeast for the “cheesy’ flavor.
Oil-Free Cornbread
This oil-free cornbread is made with simple ingredients and so much healthier than most cornbreads out there! It’s super easy to make it from scratch and goes with so many different meals to add a comforting side.
Loaded Potato Soup
Loaded Potato Soup is thick, creamy and so comforting! It’s oil-free, dairy-free, gluten-free and loaded with good nutrients. It honestly tastes like a baked potato with all your favorite toppings, but in soup form!
Healthy Pumpkin Spice Latte
Who doesn’t love a Pumpkin Spice Latte?! This one is made with just 5 real ingredients and naturally sweetened!
Healthy Pumpkin Spice Mix
This Pumpkin Spice Mix is a healthy way to add the pumpkin flavor to all your favorite holiday dishes! Only 4 ingredients needed and takes less than 2 minutes to make. It’s also cheaper than most store-bought pumpkin spice!
Healthy Pasta Salad + Pasta options
This is a healthy spin on the classic pasta salad dish. It’s packed with flavorful vegetables, pasta and a light red wine vinegar herbed dressing.
How to save time while keeping meals healthy
Summer is ending and kids are back in school. The busy season has started. Two things that will help you continue to eat healthier is planning and prepping. Having meals planned out for the week is a huge help!
The easiest way to make plant-based milk
It’s reported 41 % of households in the US are buying dairy alternatives and plant-based milks are at the top of the list.
Healthy Snack Ideas For the Family
If you have children at home you know how important it is to have snacks! As parents, we want things to be easy, but also nutritious. Here’s 4 snacks that pack in the nutrients and are so easy to make, even the kids can help out!
5 Ways To Strengthen Immunity
Social distancing does help stop the spread of COVID-19 and, while that’s important, there are also some other things you could be doing to help fight the coronavirus and boost immunity.
The Best Beet Juice
This is my absolute favorite juice right now. It’s sweet, refreshing and packed with benefits! Beets are one of the best foods we can eat for optimal health. This is an easy and delicious way to get them in.
EASY Jackfruit BBQ Sandwiches
These BBQ Jackfruit Sandwiches are a healthier alternative to a pulled pork sandwich! The texture is identical and the flavor is always in the sauce!
Homemade Plant-Based Cereal
This healthy, plant-based cereal is made with 4 ingredients, high in protein, no refined sugars and can be made gluten-free! Cereal is such a nostalgic breakfast option for me. Unfortunately, the mainstream cereal has artificial dyes, preservatives, refined sugars and other chemicals that aren’t good for our health – especially children!
Foods that SHOULD be bought organic and why
The Environmental Working Group has released the 2020 list of the Dirty Dozen. If you’re unfamiliar with this list it consists of the top 12 fruits and vegetables with the highest amounts of pesticide residue that could be concerning.
Foods to help boost your mood
Did you know certain foods can help boost your mood?!? It’s true, but let me just say, I’m not talking about eating a whole bag of chips or pint of ice cream!
My Basic Smoothie Guide
People are more aware of keeping their immune systems boosted with everything that’s going on with Covid-19, but this is really something we should always be striving to do! Fruits and vegetables are packed with antioxidants that protect our cells from viruses and diseases.
Pink Beet Chia Pudding
Chia pudding is filled with omega-3’s, fiber and protein, making it a healthy snack option! Beet chia pudding is even better because it gets in a nutritious veggie and ups the antioxidant content. It’s also a great to have before or after a workout.
Building a Buddha Bowl + Dressings and Sauces to go with it
We’re in the middle of Coronavirus right now. With so much uncertainty ahead, one thing I’m doing is making the most of the food I have on hand. One of my easy go-to meals is a buddha bowl. The thing I love about these bowls are they have no rules!
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Plant-Based Tortilla Soup
This soup is a cross between tortilla soup and enchilada soup, but since it has tortillas in it, that’s the name I went with. This one’s made healthier than most with baked tortillas and plant-based protein.
Why you shouldn’t skip breakfast + 3 easy options!
You might have heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day and it’s TRUE! This week on ABC10 I showed 3 easy and healthy breakfast options for people on the go (recipes + video below), but first let me tell you why you should be eating breakfast.
Tahini Lentil Brownies
I’ve recently had some requests for nut-free options so that’s one of the reasons behind these Tahini Lentil Brownies. They’re also oil-free and gluten-free but trust me, no one will know they’re healthy!