Lots of people are cold noodle fans. It’s delicious, satisfying, and a staple in Asian take-out. What’s not to love about this classic dish is that it’s often made with rice or Chinese egg noodles doused in a sauce heavy on the sugar, MSG, and sodium. This version switches things up with noodles made from brown rice or buckwheat, both gluten-free options. In additional to the noodles, crunchy cabbage, carrots, peppers, and cucumber are tossed in for added nutritional mileage, color, and palate diversity. The sauce is a blend of peanut butter, tahini, tamari, ginger, garlic, and lots of fresh lime juice. It is lightly sweetened with a touch of maple syrup, which can easily be omitted, if you wish. Crunchy peanuts, scallions, avocado, and a scattering of gomasio finish this dish with a nice contrast of textures and flavors.
Read moreturkey bolognese
Back when the quarantine first started and lengthy cooking projects were fun and a great use of time, a 20 minute recipe may not have been what you had in mind. But as the days and weeks continue to tick on, and cooking has become less and less novel - quick, easy and delicious may be more your forte. In this covid era of cooking, focusing on crowd pleasing easy to cook staples is becoming more and more essential. Enter this simple turkey bolognese - 20 minutes of active cooking time, hours of (optional, but recommended) inactive cooking time.
Read moreimmune boosting turmeric ginger chicken soup
Spring is almost here, and the coronavirus is on everyone’s mind. If you are feeling under the weather or looking to boost your system, a warming, dill-laced, gingery chicken soup is one of my favorite remedies. This soup is not going to protect you from a specific virus but, by boosting your immune system (and washing your hands), you are making yourself less susceptible to illness.
Read moresuper bowl eats - white bean chili with the works
It is chili season! Whether you are looking for an easy option to enjoy during the super bowl or a quick weeknight main, this white bean chili comes together in under an hour. The recipe is for a standard vegetarian version but, if you lean more toward a turkey or chicken chili, ground meat would fit in well. The spice level is also adaptable, depending on who is in your eating audience. To play it safe, you can always kick up the hotness via your garnishes - which is my favorite part of chili and a great way to engage tiny and normal size diners.
Read moremy top nourishing recipes for a feel good 2020
Happy New Year. I am so ready for 2020, are you? For the past four years I have been curating clean-up plans for all of you. Due to life happening the past month and, to be honest, during the last year, I have not been able to produce the level of plan that I typically like to share. That being said, I have four years of plans readily available for your cooking pleasure (not to mention a website full of simple, whole food, plant-forward recipes.) There are over 80 original recipes for you to choose from in the clean-up plan tab that take you from breakfast, lunch, and dinner to snacks and desserts. My clean-up plans are not about detoxing, diets, or restrictions, but about gently encouraging you to get back into your cooking routine and focus on real whole foods that make you feel your best.
Read moreeat your gifts: maple chipotle nuts
Making an edible gift is not only economical, but also a creative way to show your recipient that you truly care and took the time and energy to create something thoughtful. For your nut-loving friends, look no further than maple chipotle nuts, my go-to gift for friends and family.
Read morewarm up this winter - immune boosting chana dal with spinach
If you are looking for a simple and hearty stew to warm you up this winter, look no further then this immune boosting chana dal. Chana dal beans are split chickpeas, which are full of fiber, plant-based protein, and iron. They can be used in dips, salads, soups, and stews and are a staple in Indian cuisine.
Read morehow to have a mindful thanksgiving
This post isn’t going to tell you to watch your weight this holiday season or to let you know how precarious this time of year is. You probably already know that Thanksgiving can be the tipping off point of holiday eating insanity, but it doesn’t have to be. Have your slice of pie (I will probably be having two), your mashed potatoes, and your wine this Thanksgiving and don’t beat yourself up about it. Enjoy this season, but do so in a mindful and present way. Sure, I am talking about looking up from your phone and actually appreciating your friends and family surrounding you but also to really be present with your stomach and your mind as well. We are all hopefully getting to January 1st - do you want to get there and feel discouraged and regretful and jump into a cleanse that may encourage yo-yo dieting and perpetuate diet culture? Or do you want to get to January 1st and feel like it is just another day of the week?
Read moreradicchio, endive, and arugula salad with spiced pistachios
Most Thanksgiving meals are full of decadent and heavy foods. Add some contrast to the mix with a colorful and zippy salad that comes together quickly and seamlessly. Punchy bitter greens and fennel cut through the sweet, buttery, and starchy sides of the holiday and create a respite for your tastebuds. Thanksgiving or not, this salad is a simple yet sophisticated addition to your salad repertoire.
Read morebutternut squash bowl with garlic yogurt sauce
It is full on squash season. If you love squash as much as I do, that means you are likely buying them by the armload at your greenmarket or grocery store. I am a sucker for simply roasted squash tossed into a salad or blitzed into a soup. If the #bowllife is more your thing, then this veg-filled crunch fest is the perfect way to enjoy your nutrient-rich fall bounty.
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