Lemon-Herb Roasted Beets 1 1/2 pound(s) golden or red beets, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces or wedges 4 teaspoon(s) extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoon(s) chopped fresh or 2 teaspoons dried herbs, such as marjoram, oregano, and/or rosemary 1 teaspoon(s) freshly grated lemon zest 1/2 teaspoon(s) sea salt 1/4 teaspoon(s) freshly ground pepper 1 tablespoon(s) […]
Tag Archives: Holiday Dishes
Garlic Butternut Squash
Garlicky Butternut Squash I hosted Thanksgiving feast for over 30 of our close friends and this dish, it was a huge hit! Butternut squash is low in fat and cholesterol, and high in vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, and potassium. 1 butternut squash 2 cloves garlic 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp parsley, finely chopped […]
Pumpkin Smoothie
Whether you use canned pumpkin puree or make your own, they both are rich in beta carotene (a powerful antioxidant). This super easy recipe is healthy and festive. Pumpkin Pie Smoothie 1/4 cup pumpkin puree 1 banana sliced 1/2 cup coconut milk (I use So Delicious brand – unsweetened) dash of cinnamon 1 teaspoon of […]
Pumpkin Soup
Whether you use canned pumpkin puree or make your own, they both are rich in beta carotene (a powerful antioxidant). This super easy recipes are healthy and festive. Basic Pumpkin Soup 2 tablespoons coconut oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 (15 oz.) cans solid packed pumpkin or use your own puree 1 quart water […]
Baked Yam Fries
Yams are considered a superfood that contains an abundant number of B Vitamins such as Vitamin B6 (important for your liver and detox), as well as Folic Acid (to help detoxify excess estrogen to improve PMS for us women). Yams also are full of other vitamins, plus essential minerals, fiber and antioxidants! Kids usually love […]
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 […]
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 […]
Chicken Pesto Polenta Appetizer
This is a great holiday HorsD’oeuvre. I adpated a similar recipe slightly by skipping the polenta from scratch. Instead, I opted for prepacked polenta which I sliced and brushed with olive oil and seasoned with salt and pepper. I then roasted the slices in a 425 degree oven for 30 minutes. By doing this, I also […]
