In the midst of summer, the last thing you want to do is blast your oven for long periods of time. Summertime dietary habits transition to lighter, easier fare, but ensuring that you are getting an optimal balance of nutrients is key. Summer salads loaded with crunchy green goodness and protein are an ideal way to stay nourished and fortified while keeping cool and calm in the kitchen.
Read moremy top 5 healthy breakfasts
Breakfast is probably my favorite meal of the day. I often go to sleep thinking about what I will have in the AM. I strongly believe that eating breakfast is essential to boosting your metabolism, improving cognition and mental clarity and, if you start your day on a nutritious note, you are more inclined to continue making healthy choices throughout the day. That being said, I do not like to overcomplicate things in the morning and tend to veer toward simple, streamlined, and quick breakfasts. Here are my current top 5 healthy ways that I start my day!
Read moresummer picnic staples: chickpea salad + the house guacamole and a giveaway!
Summertime is all about enjoying the outdoors and eating great food - a very accessible combination. Taking long walks in the park followed by a picnic with a few of my favorite foods is my "go-to" summer activity. I like to keep my picnic items simple, durable, and light, so the items are not too heavy to carry, preparation is seamless, and the snacks can withstand a long walk. I also like to make items that are crowd pleasers and not too specific to a certain type of palate - sometimes less is more. Bean salads, guacamole, salsa, plenty of fresh veggies, and crunchy chips are my post-hike picnic staples.
Read moreMy top 5 summer snacks
Just like your wardrobe, your diet changes with the seasons. My summer snacks tend to be lighter, juicier, and crunchier. Here are my top 5 summer snacks that I will be munching on all season long.
Read moresummer reset - ginger turmeric pineapple smoothie time
The official start of summer is almost here, yet it already feels like the season is in full swing. Cool off, refresh, and get your day started off right with a cleansing and delicious ginger turmeric and pineapple smoothie.
Read moresummer reset - green gazpacho
It has been a steamy few days here on the east coast. Cool off with this super refreshing and, easy to make chilled soup - which also happens to be a clean and simple way to continue resetting for the summer season.
Read moresummer reset - avocado lettuce cups with cumin rubbed carrots + pepitas
A few weeks ago I was dining with two super inspiring vegheads, Ali of Inspiralized and Alyssa of Simply Quinoa at the vegcentric restaurant, ABCV. We noshed on many tasty dishes, but avocado lettuce cups with roasted carrots was a standout. It also seemed like the most adaptable to make at home. Spicy carrots with crunchy vegetables and creamy tahini all wrapped up in a lettuce cup is a simple way to continue resetting for summer.
Read moresummer reset - mexican chopped salad
It's summer time and we all want to look and feel our best. For the next two weeks, I will be featuring simple, nourishing recipes to help you reset for the summer season. Whether your plans include travel, hanging at the beach, or just enjoying the great outdoors, these recipes will be sure to make you feel clean and refreshed without sacrificing flavor and seasonality. First up - a Mexican style chopped salad with creamy cashew lime dressing.
Read moreturmeric blueberry chia smoothie time + bob's red mill giveaway!
My husband and I just returned from a week's trip to Montana where we explored Glacier National Park followed by more hiking, some archery, and relaxation at a ranch for a few days. It was glorious. After travel, my body always craves tons of crunchy greens and smoothies to get back on track. Although I try and eat as healthy as possible on vacation, I certainly make room for indulgences. To help reset this week, I am starting my mornings with fully loaded smoothies that are packed with antioxidants, immune boosters, and, of course, lots of greens.
Read moreglow pops cookbook + mexican hot chocolate popsicles
Summer and popsicles go hand in hand, but most store bought popsicles contain high amounts of processed sugar, thickeners, and preservatives. Enter Liz Moody's gorgeous new cookbook, Glow Pops, which features fifty-five nutrient-filled popsicle recipes that taste amazing and will make you feel and look great too! Each pop recipe contains ingredients which encourage clear skin, boost brain power, rev metabolism, or bump immune function - now those are powerful pops! Glow Pops features fruity, chocolatey, creamy, green, and even savory popsicles, so every palate is covered. As a chocolatey girl, I was immediately drawn to the Mexican Hot Chocolate pops filled with creamy coconut milk, cacao, warming spices, and a little heat!
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