It’s that time of year again when the grills come out and beers start chilling. There are hot dogs composed of unknown “meats”, mayonnaise -laden potato salad, and chips galore. July 4th does not have to be notoriously unhealthy. Here are my quick fix tips to help you to celebrate without leaving you bloated, loaded, and guilt-ridden.
Read more5 things to make this memorial day weekend
Happy Memorial Day Weekend Vegheads! Whether you are sunning in the Hamptons, frolicking on Nantucket, or keeping it low key in the City, consider one of these options to fuel you through the holiday weekend.
Read moresome things are better on toast
Some things are just better on toast. Avocado mash, chocolate hazelnut spread, ricotta and honey to name a few, but this pea and mint pesto just may take the cake. Fresh or thawed peas, mint, and lemon shine in this perfect-for-spring pesto. For all of you non-bread people out there, this pesto works wonders with crudités, quinoa, whole grain pasta, dolloped over salads or served on top roasted vegetables.
Read morekale tabbouleh - a classic dish, with a very crunchy twist
Some purists may snark at the thought of this salad being considered tabbouleh. Yes, it is another glorified kale salad and a fantastically delicious way for you to get your greens. But au contraire, there are many similar elements to beloved tabbouleh peeking out all over this dish. Quinoa serves as your hearty grain, creamy lemony mint-laced dressing delivers that signature zesty pop, and crunchy cucumbers and vibrant tomatoes have a prominent presence - just like conventional tabbouleh, but with a twist. Technically tabbouleh, or not, this summer salad is one not to be missed.
Read morebircher muesli - make your mornings better
I get a lot of questions on instagram about my morning oat game. In a constant effort to provide my fellow vegheads with morning motivation, here is a great staple to keep on hand for your breakfast routine.
Bircher muesli is a fancier, more sophisticated term for overnight oats - a fantastic nutrient dense option that you make the evening before and grab on the go in the morning. Muesli is the ideal solution for you bleary-eyed, non-morning people. Previous overnight oat recipes have been featured on Crunchy Radish in the past. Here the importance of post-work out fuel is discussed, and here the nutrient-rich, virtuous superfood, chia seeds, are highlighted. For this rendition of a make-ahead-breakfast, ripe banana is mixed with zesty citrus, homemade nut milk, and extra-thick rolled oats, creating a creamy, dreamy protein, fiber, and calcium-filled morning treat...without the guilt or sugar high.
Read morecinco series - always leave room for dessert
I teamed up with my friends at Whole Foods Market NYC to bring you The Crunchy Radish Cinco Series, a healthier take on a festive holiday.
We always like to leave room for dessert, especially when it is a salad. In typical Crunchy Radish fashion, we make our sweet treats as healthful and simple as possible. End your Cinco celebration on a sweet and nutritious note with creamy mango, zesty lime, mint, and crunchy toasted coconut fruit salad.
Read morecinco series - taco night
I teamed up with my friends at Whole Foods Market NYC to bring you The Crunchy Radish Cinco Series, a healthier take on a festive holiday.
The stars must have been aligned this year because Cinco de Mayo falls on Taco Tuesday! Yes, you read that right, vegheads. To celebrate this momentous occasion, we here at Crunchy Radish went the veggie route - no surprises there. In order to get our fiesta on, we created a taco that is both simple and satisfying. It's the ideal way to say olé on your next taco day.
Read morecinco series - the basics
I teamed up with my friends at Whole Foods Market NYC to bring you The Crunchy Radish Cinco Series, a healthier take on a festive holiday. What would a Cinco de Mayo celebration be without the basics? Here are two simple Cinco essentials to keep on deck all year long.
Read morecinco series - fiesta bowl
Cinco de Mayo is one of my most favorite food-centric celebrations. Maybe it is the bright vibrant colors, the vast quantities of avocados, or the large amount of tequila? However you go about your festivities, be sure to make it healthful.
I have partnered with my friends at Whole Foods Market NYC to bring you The Crunchy Radish Cinco Series, a healthier take on a festive holiday. The fiesta bowl is the inaugural dish for the series! Over the next week, we will be providing you with healthful, nutritious Cinco de Mayo recipes that can take you to the 5th of May and beyond.
Read morethis sauce will change your life
I made this sauce from Sprouted Kitchen's new cookbook Bowl + Spoon, and it changed my life. Although I can not quite pronounce it, Muhammara is a red pepper and walnut sauce. Sara's recipe is spiced with smoked paprika and sweetened with dates, creating the most delicious balance of spicy and sweet. Walnuts add protein, texture, and a creamy indulgent mouth feel. Eat with a spoon, spread on a sandwich, dip with some veggies, or dollop on your bowl. Whatever you do, don't not make this sauce!
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