Quinoa is one of my favorite grains because it naturally contains complete protein (which is ideal for a healthy vegetarian diet) and it is gluten free. Make one batch of quinoa and use leftovers for quinoa hot cereal for breakfast. INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup quinoa 1 cup low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth (preferably organic) 2 teaspoons […]
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Healthy Cookie
Finding healthy kid’s snacks that they actually enjoy is a tough task! Healthy Cookie Recipe that Your Children Will Love! 3 bananas 1/3 c. oil 1. cup chopped dates – put spray oil on the knife to keep the dates from sticking to the knife 1/2 chopped walnuts 2 c. oats (use Gluten Free oats […]
Best Ceviche
A friend of mine always brings this appetizer to parties and everyone loves it! This ceviche recipe is super healthy and easy to make. 1 lb Shrimp, steamed, shelled, chopped (I buy extra large cooked frozen shrimp and defrost them in a collander under warm running water) OR 1 lb super fresh Halibut, chopped […]
Healthy Picadillo
This is a great, healthier take on a classic Cuban dish substituting ground turkey for ground beef and ground pork, and adding more vegetables. 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 med. onions chopped 3 green peppers chopped ( use a combo of red, green and yellow, (looks pretty) 3 garlic cloves pressed or finely […]
Oprah’s Vegetable Drink
Oprah has a simple green drink that she starts her mornings with and I think it is a good staple vegetable juice. 3 stalks celery 2 cucumbers 1 small apple 1 chunk fresh ginger 1 cup fresh spinach Juice all ingredients till smooth; Makes 2-2.5 cups To read more about juicing, see our informative newsletter: […]
Tropical Green Smoothie
I know the idea of putting leafy greens into a fruit smoothie seems a bit weird, but trust me, this is a super delicious, super healthy smoothie. By the way, this is more of a template rather than a set recipe. Feel free to change up the fruit, greens, juice, etc. to fit what you have […]
Stuffed Acorn Squash
Ingredients 1 cup mixed rice blend (one with brown,wild and red rice works well – You can use any you like) 1 small acorn squash baked. 1 tsp fennel seeds 1 tsp cumin seeds 1 large onion, chopped 2-3 scallions – white and green chopped 1-2 cloves of garlic, minced 1 cup carrots, chopped into […]
Pasta with Chard, Walnuts and Cherries
Gluten Free Spaghetti with Dried Cherries, Chard, and Walnuts 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 4 medium garlic cloves, minced 1.5 pounds chard, stems and thick center ribs discarded, leaves washed, shaken to remove excess water and chopped (about10 cups) Sea Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup chopped dried […]
Orange Rice and Bean Salad
Orange Rice and Black Bean Salad This unique salad contains lots of fiber, protein and vitamin C, and it’s gluten/soy/dairy free. I think it would be a great way to add some pizzazz to leftover brown rice! ½ cup canned or cooked black beans, drained ¾ cup cooked brown or wild rice ½ cup finely […]
Lemon Brussel Sprouts
Brussels Sprouts with Lemon and Chives Brussels sprouts are high in vitamin C, a well known antioxidant- and are a good source of dietary fiber. Additionally, brussels sprouts have a remarkably high protein content for a vegetable: protein provides over a quarter of the calories. Because of this high protein content, brussels sprouts are an […]
