Peaches are a quintessential sign of summer. They are the “eat over the sink” kind of fruit with the sweet juices dribbling down your chin. If you happen to be overloaded with peaches, especially ones that are on the firm side, consider grilling them and making a healthy stone fruit-centered dessert or even breakfast. This is a great option when you already have the hot grill going for dinner. These peaches cook up in 4 minutes a side and are a delicious compliment to a meal. No outdoor grill? No problem. A grill pan works just as well.
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This has been a busy summer for me filled with some amazing travel, fun work opportunities, and prepping for the incoming addition of #babyradish. I also had the incredible opportunity to attend the cooking school at the Golden Door Spa and Resort outside Escondido, California in early August for some personal development paired with a little R and R. The few days that I spent at the Golden Door allowed me some major relaxation partnered with my favorite past time - cooking!
Read morepeach and blackberry galette
When I was in the Chef's Training Program at The Natural Gourmet Institute for Health and Culinary Arts, we had an exam on galettes. We had practiced making apple galettes so many times, the thought of tasting another galette was nauseating. A year later, I am ready to enjoy galettes again! If you are not familiar with a galette. It is a rustic tart - ideal for those who don't love baking and are not enthralled by the idea of making a lattice pie crust or something more elaborate. Galettes are the perfect way to enjoy the overflow of gorgeous summer fruit. This recipe features a vegan crust that is made mostly of whole grain flour, making it a guilt-free dessert and even an acceptable breakfast.
Read morefour ways to use all those apples you just picked
It's fall, and there are pounds and pounds of apples to eat. You may have taken a lovely weekend jaunt to an orchard or simply picked up half a bushel or a peck at your local greenmarket. If straight shooting with a little nut butter is not your thing, here are four ways to use up your apple picking bounty.
Read morehealthy holiday series: not so naughty nog
You may be expecting me to say skip the booze this season to ward off any unwanted upward increments on the scale, but I am a realist and, like any good Registered Dietitian, I preach moderation. Enter the good ole' Eggnog, typically so naughty and loaded with cream, sugar, and booze - definitely a NO GO. To meet my festive revelers more than half way, I offer you the not-so-naughty nog. A vegan spin on a decadent classic that leaves you satisfied, minus the hangover and sugar rush.
Read morevegan cashew lime cheesecake + walnut cookie crust
Nothing says decadent dessert quite like cheesecake. It's rich and creamy and, in most scenarios, there is not one nutritious thing about it. Enter the cashew cheesecake - perfect for nondairy eaters as well as those looking for a more virtuous spin on a classic dessert.
Read morethis crumble is what dreams are made of
Strawberry + rhubarb is a classic summer combo, although not frequently wrapped up with a virtuous bow. This crumble was inspired by an intimidating bounty of rhubarb that stared me down on a recent greenmarket stroll. I caved, purchased a few lengthy stalks, and immediately felt inspired to take a crunchy radish spin on a typically sugar-heavy dish.
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 moreRadish to the Rescue: Potent Party Starter
The husband and I have a ritual where we do not dine out on Valentine's Day. Maybe it is the countless years of working in the service industry, pockmarked with overpriced prix fixes and catering to cranky couples who feel like they MUST dine out on the 14th, that just makes me want to stay in. Instead, we typically grab a great bottle of sparkling and provision a few special ingredients to elevate our evening meal.
Read moreThe Easiest and Healthiest Chocolate Mousse You Will Ever Make
Chocolate junkie? Looking for a dessert that tastes rich and creamy without the added guilt? Try this vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free dessert that will be sure to impress any health food skeptic.
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