Is Plant-Based All It’s Cracked Up to Be?

Is Plant-Based All It’s Cracked Up to Be?

Is Plant-Based All It’s Cracked Up to Be? Almost every nutritionist, dietitian, and health enthusiast will say that leafy green vegetables are good for you, and avoiding processed food is the way to go. But beyond that, there is some disagreement on the role of 

Avocado Toast with Sprouted-Grain Bread and Egg

Avocado Toast with Sprouted-Grain Bread and Egg

Avocado Toast with Sprouted-Grain Bread and Egg Recipe: Avocado Toast with Egg 1 ripe avocado 2 slices sprouted-grain bread 2 eggs Everything but the Bagel seasoning (store-bought or homemade) Olive oil for drizzling Instructions: Toast the sprouted-grain bread slices until they’re crispy. While the bread 

50 Quick-and-Easy, Protein-Packed Healthy Lunches

50 Quick-and-Easy, Protein-Packed Healthy Lunches

Chicken Salad with Mixed Greens: Shredded chicken mixed with Greek yogurt, grapes, celery, over mixed greens. Season with paprika, black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Quinoa and Black Bean Bowl: Quinoa mixed with black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, avocado slices. Season with lime juice, 

Blueberry Oatmeal Bowls

Blueberry Oatmeal Bowls

Blueberry and Cinnamon Oatmeal 1/2 C. dry old-fashioned oats handful of blueberries 1 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. vanilla extract 2 Tbsp. chopped almonds or walnuts Cook oatmeal according to package instructions (typically with 1 C. water).  Add in blueberries, cinnamon, vanilla and chopped nuts.  Serve.

Vegan Blueberry Muffins

Vegan Blueberry Muffins

2 large eggs lightly beaten 1 tsp. vanilla  2 large bananas, mashed 1 Tbsp. raw honey 2½ C. dry old-fashioned oats 1 Tbsp. cinnamon 1½ tsp. baking powder 1½ cups unsweetened almond milk 2 C. fresh blueberries Preheat your oven to 350.  In mixing bowl, combine the eggs, vanilla, bananas and honey.  Mix well.  Add the dry ingredients:  oats, cinnamon, baking powder, combine.  Next, 

Easy, Quick Salad Recipes

Easy, Quick Salad Recipes

I love my salads. I eat them nearly daily, either for lunch as a main course or for dinner as a side dish.  They’re a great way to get in your greens and use up your leftovers.  Not just leftover proteins like chicken and salmon, 

Tofu in the Air Fryer

Tofu in the Air Fryer

Select firm or extra firm tofu.  Place in a towel to absorb excess moisture.  Dice tofu in small pieces.  Marinade in: 1/4 C. liquid aminos 2 Tbsp. lemon juice 1-2 Tbsp. Sriracha sauce 2 Tbsp. maple syrup 2 tsp. sesame oil Marinate for 20-30 minutes.  

Greek Chickpea Artichoke Salad

Greek Chickpea Artichoke Salad

Greek Chickpea Artichoke Salad 1 15-oz. can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained 1 14-oz. can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped 1 red bell pepper, diced 1/2 red onion, diced 1/2 C. Kalamata olives, chopped 1/4 C. fresh parsley (I used parsley flakes) 2 Tbsp. olive oil 

Super Quick Vegan Pizza

Super Quick Vegan Pizza

Since I’ve been trying to incorporate more plant-based foods and less meat and dairy, cheese has been my nemesis.  Vegan cheeses often don’t cut it, and leave me feeling unsatisfied.   This vegan cheese spread is actually pretty good, if you don’t think of it was 

Fall Detox + Reset 7-Day Elimination Challenge

Fall Detox + Reset 7-Day Elimination Challenge

Are you up for a challenge?  Here’s how it works:  I’ll provide you with a menu plan.  Phase One you’ll be “weaning” yourself off meat and dairy.  Phase Two is entirely vegan.  I mean, you can do anything for a few days, right?!  This just