I love pizza! Let’s be honest, who doesn’t? While Italian in origin, pizza is truly the quintessential American comfort, convenience food. But the convenience comes at a cost…Pizza inherently doesn’t provide much in the way of nutrients, and for many there’s the added “cost” of bloating and discomfort from delivered “pizza in a box.” Given … Read More
FAVORITE ITALIAN CHOPPED SALAD This recipe is our family’s favorite. With bite-sized greens, Italian spices, olives, garlic, and tomatoes, you’ll want to eat with a spoon to get all the chopped salad flavors! I hope you enjoy it too. **Vinaigrette can be prepared separately in a mason jar and kept refrigerated to dress before serving … Read More
THE CHOPPED SALAD: Is it really good for you? Eat a lunchtime salad! It’s good for you! YAWN!!! I know, lunchtime salads are boring: greens, some additional veggies for good measure, dressing, and maybe some crunchy croutons if you’re feeling adventurous. I agree! Salads are boring and mundane. ….Enter the CHOPPED SALAD! I could totally … Read More
SMOKY TEMPEH SALAD Tempeh is one of my favorite “go to” recipes for plant-based protein. It subs in nicely for most meat dishes, is adaptable, easy to use, and takes on any flavor you choose. And I especially love the nutritional boost from Tempeh. With its savory, nutty taste, you also gain the benefit of … Read More
I’ve got an immune-boosting recipe for you today that’s AB-SOLUTELY delicious! These days I’m all about anything that helps shore up my defenses against illness – and I definitely encourage you to do the same! This isn’t just good now while we’re in the middle of fighting a pandemic, but for everyday life. So, why … Read More
Hard times call for unexpected FUN! Cookies for breakfast are exactly what’s in order on a quarantined rainy Florida (or snowy northern) day! My kids thought I’d lost my mind when I added COOKIES to the meal plan, but these are secretly loaded with healthy fats, protein, no refined sugars or flour, and only quality … Read More
Gluten free, plant-based eating is the latest craze. Everyone is jumping on board with healthier, more nutrient-dense choices. And, this is an ideal salad that packs nutrients and the Eight Foods You Should Eat Daily for improving health, weight loss and even running performance. Tabbouleh is a traditional Middle Eastern Salad, typically prepared with bulgur … Read More
I’m seriously in love with chopped salads AND BROCCOLI. Broccoli adds crunch to the whole salad scene, and it packs a lot of unique healing compounds too! The problem with traditional broccoli salads starts with the mayo, then comes the sugar and bacon, and finally a bunch of cheddar cheese shreds to sabotage broccoli’s healthfulness. … Read More
WHAT’S A MASON JAR SALAD? Lunch is fast; why not create Mason Jar Salads to have ready for the week? And this follows my Health Coaching philosophy that lunch should be a case of “Grab and Throw” your favorite greens and veggies, beans, whole grains, lean protein, and a super splash of flavor with fresh lemon … Read More
Have I mentioned I have a total love affair with Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah)? Just look at this Quinoa salad and you’ll understand why! You can’t help but fall in love with it at first glance, just like the first time you saw “that guy!” It’s beautifully tempting, feeds the soul, and puts a lot of … Read More
