Recipes

Vegan Chocolate Pudding

Vegan Chocolate Pudding

Vegan Chocolate Pudding 2 1/4 tbsp arrowroot starch or non-GMO corn starch1 tbsp water1 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk3 tbsp allulose powder3 tbsp cacao powder1/8 tsp Himalayan sea salt1/4 tsp vanilla extract1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (Ghiradelli preferred)1/2 cup...

Chocolate Peppermint Brownies (with a hidden surprise!)

Chocolate Peppermint Brownies (with a hidden surprise!)

Chocolate Peppermint Brownies (with a hidden surprise!) 1 can (15oz) black beans1/2 cup rolled oats (organic, gluten free)1/2 cup maple syrup1/3 cup coconut oil (virgin)1/4 cup cacao powder2 tsp vanilla extract1/4 tsp baking soda1 tsp peppermint extract1/4-1/2 cup...

Roasted Balsamic Brussels

Roasted Balsamic Brussels

Roasted Balsamic Brussels 1/3 cup avocado oil1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1 tbsp fig preserves2 tsp minced garlic1-2 pounds fresh brussels sprouts (cut in half)2-3 shallots (peeled and halved)1 cup pomegranate arils Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.Make the dressing with...

Rainbow Veggie Stir Fry

Rainbow Veggie Stir Fry

Rainbow Veggie Stir Fry 1 pound chicken breast (pastured, cut into small cubes)1 cup bell peppers (yellow, green, red) (organic, cut in strips)1 cup broccoli (chopped)1 cup mushrooms (chopped)1/2 cup shredded carrots1 leek (sliced thin)1/2-3/4 cup raw cashews4 tbsp...

Comforting Cacao Chia Pudding

Comforting Cacao Chia Pudding

Comforting Cacao Chia Pudding 3 tbsp chia seeds1 tbsp flax seeds1 tbsp cacao powder1 cup almond milk, unsweetened1 tsp vanilla extract1 scoop collagen protein powder (plain, vanilla, or chocolate)1/2 cup blueberries (organic)small handful pecans (raw) In a small pot,...

Nourishing Mackerel Bowl

Nourishing Mackerel Bowl

Nourishing Mackerel Bowl 1 can wild mackerel (I prefer Wild Planet, boneless & skinless in extra virgin olive oil)1/4 cup quinoa1 cup broccoli1/4 cup red onion (organic)1/2 red bell pepper (organic)drizzle balsamic glaze1 tsp cumin1 tsp cayenne pepper1 tsp garlic...

Sweet Potato Nachos

Sweet Potato Nachos

Sweet Potato Nachos 4 sweet potatoes (small-medium, organic)1 lb ground turkey (pastured (ideal))2 avocados1 packet Siete taco seasoningcilantro (to taste)pico de gallo (spicy or mild, organic, to taste)1 lime2-4 tbsp avocado oilhimalayan sea salt (to taste)black...

Pumpkin Spice Protein Bites

Pumpkin Spice Protein Bites

Pumpkin Spice Protein Bites 1 cup almond butter1/2 cup pumpkin puree (make sure puree & not pumpkin pie filling)1 tsp vanilla extract1 cup rolled oats (gluten free, organic)1/4 cup flax seeds (ground, preferably golden)1 tbsp pumpkin spice1/2 cup dark chocolate...

Spiced Turkey Power Bowl

Spiced Turkey Power Bowl

Spiced Turkey Power Bowl 1 lb ground turkey2 sweet potatoes, medium (organic)1 bell pepper, diced (organic)1/2 red onion, diced4 cups chopped kale (organic)1 can black beans (drained)2 tsp cumin2 tsp cayenne pepper2 tsp garlic powder2 tsp rosemary (dried)salt...

Almond Butter Fudge

Almond Butter Fudge

Almond Butter Fudge An easy and delicious dessert! 1 cup creamy almond butter (unsalted)1/2 cup coconut oil (unrefined, virgin)1/2 cup pure maple syrup2 tsp vanilla extract Add all ingredients to a saucepan and whisk together over medium heat until it is all combined...

Herby Green Dip with Seasonal Veggies

Herby Green Dip with Seasonal Veggies

Herby Green Dip with Seasonal Veggies A great way to eat more seasonally...and enjoy it too! 1/2 cup raw cashews1/2 cup fresh flat leaf parsley, stems removed1 1/2 tbsp fresh chives, roughly chopped2 tbsp lemon juice1/4 tsp Pink Himalayan salt1 tsp extra virgin olive...

Plant-Based Fajita Bowls

Plant-Based Fajita Bowls

Plant-Based Fajita Bowls Colorful, fresh, and oh-so-satisfying! Quinoa1 cup tricolor quinoa1.5 cup filtered water1 cup organic cherry tomatoes, halvedRoasted Veggies2 large organic bell peppers, any color, seeded & thinly sliced2 medium red onions, sliced1 tbsp...

Flavorful Veggie Sheet Pan Dinner

Flavorful Veggie Sheet Pan Dinner

Flavorful Veggie Sheet Pan Dinner A simple and delicious meal, perfect for weeknights! 2 small sweet potatoes, cubed2 medium carrots, sliced on the diagonal1/2 head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets1 14 oz can of chickpeas, drained, rinsed, and dried1 tsp...

Roasted Veggie Quinoa Bowl + Lemon Tahini Dressing

Roasted Veggie Quinoa Bowl + Lemon Tahini Dressing

Roasted Veggie Quinoa Bowl + Lemon Tahini Dressing A delicious balance between warming and bright ingredients! 1 cup uncooked quinoa2 cups curly kale, roughly chopped2 small sweet potatoes, cubed1 large bunch of asparagus 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided1 tsp...

Vanilla Cheesecake with Pomegranate Syrup

Vanilla Cheesecake with Pomegranate Syrup

Vanilla Cheesecake with Pomegranate Syrup A beautiful and easy holiday dessert! 2 8 oz packages organic cream cheese, softened1 cup granulated monkfruit sweetener, divided1 tsp vanilla extract, divided2 pasture raised eggs1 tsp lemon zest (optional)1 prepared GF...

Sweet Potato Casserole

Sweet Potato Casserole

Sweet Potato Casserole A casserole with warming spices and topped with roasted nuts 3 lbs sweet potato1/2 cup coconut milk2 tbsp maple syrup1 tbsp vanilla extract2 tsp ceylon cinnamon1/2 tsp ground cloves1/2 tsp ground nutmeg1/2 tsp ground ginger1/2 tsp salt1/4 cup...

Veggie Packed Pumpkin Chili

Veggie Packed Pumpkin Chili

Veggie Packed Pumpkin Chili A great seasonal 'comfort food', chock full of phytonutrients for optimal health. 1 Tblsp avocado oil1 organic red onion, diced1 organic red bell pepper, diced1 organic green bell pepper, diced2 minced garlic cloves1 pound grass...

Stuffed Acorn Squash

Stuffed Acorn Squash

Stuffed Acorn Squash 1 acorn squash1 Tblsp avocado oil, divided1/4 tsp Himalayan sea salt1 pound ground chicken or turkey (pastured if able)1 medium yellow onion, diced4 swiss chard leaves & stalks, finely chopped (keep separate)1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced...

Breakfast Veggie Bowl

Breakfast Veggie Bowl

Breakfast Veggie Bowl A colorful, veggie based breakfast bowl 8 stalks asparagus1/2 cup brussel sprouts1/2 cup shredded carrot1/2 cup cauliflower1/2 cup butternut squash, cubed1/2 cup onion, sliced1/2 cup red pepper, organic, sliced1/2 cup yellow pepper, organic,...

Thai Infused Stir Fry

Thai Infused Stir Fry

I LOVE stir fry - it's our family favorite for Sunday dinners.  This Thai infused fry provides a tastier, healthier stir fry option.  It's gluten free, full of colorful phytonutrient rich vegetables and so tasty! Ingredients: 1 cup organic basmati or jasmine...

Pan-cooked Salmon with Avocado Relish

Pan-cooked Salmon with Avocado Relish

Serves 2 (can easily ½ the recipe for a solo dish) For the salmon 2 wild-caught salmon fillets, about 6 oz each, skin-on *Keeping the skin on keeps the fish more moist.  If you have a dog, they love the skin! Salt and pepper, to taste (I prefer Celtic or...

Veggie Almond Bowl – Serves 4

Veggie Almond Bowl – Serves 4

Almond Chile Sauce - makes ~1.25 cups ½ C almond butter (no sugar, oil, salt added if possible)½ C water2 ½ Tblsp fresh lime juice2 ½ Tblsp tamari (or liquid aminos OR coconut aminos)1 Tblsp minced ginger½ tsp minced garlic½ tsp red pepper flakes Combine ingredients...

Falafel Salad

Falafel Salad

Falafel Salad Falafel Ingredients (Makes ~15-18 falafel disks)1 can chickpeas (rinsed and patted dry)1/3 Cup fresh parsley1/3 Cup fresh cilantro4 cloves garlic¼ Cup chopped onion2 Tblsp pecans (or raw sesame seeds)2 tsp cumin2 Tblsp chickpea flour (or gluten free oat...

Tomato Herb Frittata

Tomato Herb Frittata

Tomato Herb Frittata This is a great way to use up those fresh garden herbs at the end of summer! 8 large pasture-raised eggs1 small yellow onion (chopped)1 tbsp pasture-raised organic ghee ((or coconut oil))1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley1/4 cup chopped fresh dill1/4...

Paleo Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

Paleo Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

Paleo Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins Taking muffins to the next level -- this recipe offers you a tasty muffin with added nutrition! Dry Ingredients1 cup almond flour ((112 grams))1/2 cup arrowroot flour ((64 grams))1/4 cup tapioca flour ((32 grams))1/4 cup coconut...

Guilt-Free Pizza

Guilt-Free Pizza

This recipe was originally shared during our Guilt-Free Comfort Foods cooking class. It's a great option for homemade pizza for those who have dietary restrictions. (Dairy-free, gluten-free, egg-free, etc.) Download the PDF recipe below!...

Guilt-Free Comfort Foods: Pizza & Pancakes

Pastry chef, Julie Goding, and I hosted a live nutritional cooking class all about how to make healthy pizza and pancakes at home.  These recipes fit nearly every diet, which make them suitable in your health journey. Check out the recording below, and if you're...

Summer Grilled Salad

Summer Grilled Salad

Summer Grilled Salad We grill everything else..why not grill salad? This is a fun way to mix up your usual side salad during the summertime, and it is very customizable! Roasted Vegetables for Topping1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)¼ red onion (sliced )3 medium carrots...

Almond Butter Stir-Fry Sauce

Almond Butter Stir-Fry Sauce

Almond Butter Stir Fry Sauce Stir-fry dishes are one of the easiest ways to add lots of color and nutrients to your diet! I like to make this sauce ahead of time and then throw together a stir-fry any night of the week. 1/3 c. almond butter1/2 c. coconut aminos, or...

Festive Kale & Squash Salad

Festive Kale & Squash Salad

Festive Kale & Squash Salad 1 Delicata squash (cleaned, seeded, and cut into half moons)3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil4 c organic kale (chopped)1/4 c unsweetened dried cherries or cranberries (cut in half)1/4 tsp cinnamon1/2 tsp paprika1/4 tsp nutmegDressing...