The environment we live in promotes inflammation in our bodies. Any time you have chronic inflammation in the body, it is not a good thing. We need to be aware of this and be including foods in our daily diets that are anti-inflammatory. This dish is easy to make and delicious for lunch, dinner or […]
TRUTH: Any time during the year when fruits and vegetables are out of season, frozen ones are an excellent option! In fact, the ADA reports that a majority of frozen fruits and vegetables are picked at their peak; making them nutritionally comparable to their fresh counterparts. Attempting to buy fruits that are currently out of […]
1 can organic chickpeas1-2 tbsp coconut oilSea salt, pepper, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder – to desired taste Preheat oven to 400.Rinse, drain, and spread chickpeas out in a single layer onto a baking sheet.Sprinkle with desired seasonings. Bake for 16-18 minutes.Remove from the oven, toss with coconut oil to cover completely, and return to […]
Ditch those super creamy, mayo heavy, fat-laden potato salad for this light and healthy alternative!!I am not always very accurate with my recipes as far as measurements. This is one of those…a little of this, a little of that and there you go…deliciousness. Experiment. Make it how you like it and enjoy it! 3lb bag […]
1 bag of fresh Brussels sproutsSea salt & pepper to tasteRed pepper flakes **optional**1/4 cup parmesan cheese4 tbsp olive or avocado oil Preheat oven to 400.Wash sprouts. Cut off ends and cut in 1/2.Place in a medium-sized bowl. Add seasonings, cheese, and oil.Mix so they are thoroughly covered. Spread onto a baking sheet in a […]
1 medium head of green cabbage, cut into 1 inch roundsOlive or avocado oilSea salt & pepperItalian seasoning Heat oven to 400. Cut cabbage into rounds and place on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with seasonings and drizzle with oil. Bake for about 20-25 minutes (until the edges start to crisp and brown). Tip: Serve plain […]
4 ears corn, grilled and kernels cut from cob ½ cup red pepper, diced ½ cup green pepper, diced ¼ cup sweet onion, diced 1 cup full fat coconut milk ¼ teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp coconut oil**optional for heat: crushed red pepper** […]
Citrus Honey Dressing: 2 tsp orange zest, minced 4 T fresh orange juice 2 T fresh lemon juice 1 T fresh lime juice 1 T raw local honey 1 tsp finely chopped mint 1 tsp finely chopped basil Combine all ingredients in a bowl and set aside. In a large bowl, combine your choice of any or […]
2 organic Russet potatoes Sea salt, pepper, and chili powder Avocado oil Preheat the oven to 425. Cut the potatoes into “french fries” – thin strips lengthwise and soak in cold water for at least 30 minutes. Drain, rinse and spread potatoes into a single layer on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with desired seasonings and […]
6-8 small purple potatoes, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 small butternut squash 1 medium onion 3/4 cup whole fresh cranberries, tossed in 1 tbsp pure maple syrup 2 whole organic carrots, cut into bite-sized pieces 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped Sea salt & pepper to taste 2 tbsp coconut oil Heat oven to 375. Wash all vegetables. […]