NYC: The Big Healthy Apple

The Big Apple, famous for street meat and pizza. No wonder healthy isn’t exactly a word synonymous with New York City. However, on my visit I found quite the opposite. This seems true for a lot of big cities I’ve visited lately. When Derek and…

Where Do You Get Your Protein?

Since becoming plant-based, both my husband and I often get asked where we get our protein. In fact, it is usually the first thing people say when they hear we don’t eat meat anymore (especially for my 6’2″ very active windsurfing husband). “But where do…

Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble

Summer is officially here and all my favorite fruits and veggies are in season! I’ve always associated strawberries with summer, but rhubarb…not so much. I actually hadn’t even tried rhubarb until I met my husband. He grew up loving rhubarb pie; it’s his absolute favorite!…

DIY Dry Shampoo

Let’s face it, we live in a super fast paced world and sometimes we just don’t have time to wash our hair! The struggle is real, friends. Personally, I try not to wash my hair everyday unless I’ve had an extensive workout. Waiting longer in…

Cooked Brussel Sprout Slaw

Brussel sprouts have gotten a bad rap for a long time. However, times have changed and they are making a comeback! You can now find them on fancy restaurant menus all over the place. Whether they’re baked, sauteed, or steamed, there seems to always be…

Baked Quinoa Casserole

Quinoa is a native South American plant that’s commonly thought of as being a grain but is actually a seed. It’s gluten-free, high in iron, calcium, B vitamins, and other minerals. Quinoa is a wonderful addition to your diet because it’s a COMPLETE protein. This…

Creamy Mushroom Pasta

I’ll admit I’m on a serious mushroom kick these days. It really is the craziest thing. What was once a feared and dare I say, food enemy of mine, is now a dear friend. Dramatic? Perhaps a little. But if you knew how much I…

Chickpea Frittata

These chickpea flour frittatas are a perfect addition to breakfast. I like to make them during the holidays or when I have guests. They can also be frozen individually and warmed up for a quick breakfast or snack. **Note: I’ve found that traditional muffin tins…

Braised Purple Cabbage

Ingredients: 1/2 head purple/red cabbage 1/2 head Napa cabbage 1 tbsp coconut oil 1-2 garlic gloves 1/4 cup vegetable broth 1 tsp Dijon mustard 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar Directions: Heat coconut in large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and saute for a few…