Roasted Beet Hummus
I am a big fan of hummus, but sometimes I like to change up the flavors to keep it interesting. Adding roasted beets creates this beautiful pink color to the dip while enhancing both the flavor profile and nutrition. When we think Vitamin C we usually think citrus or fruits, but beets are a great […]
Sweet Potato Nachos
Nachos. What is there not to love about them? well outside of the calories of course. An average portion of nachos (113 grams or 6-8 nachos) with cheese are 346 calories! Now think about adding sour cream and how many we actually consume when we sit down to dig in. I have attempted a variety of recipes to find that sweet spot between the nachos being packed with nutrition, while still meeting that gooey nacho craving.
Maple, Pecan Quinoa Porridge
I love nothing more than a warm bowl of quinoa porridge on a cold winters morning. I grew up on the traditional bowls of white porridge that was far from appetizing and delivered little nutritional value. Quinoa was known as “the gold of the Incas” due to the belief that this seed provided the Inca […]
Flat Belly Juice
There are foods that can cause our stomach to bloat and fill with gas, these can often be some of the healthiest foods! Lentils, broccoli, and peppers are some of the worst offenders. After certain meals, even healthy ones, we can experience that discomfort in our stomach and tightness in our waistbands. The good news is there are also foods that help reduce bloating.
Balsamic Mushroom, Spinach, & Goat Cheese Pizza
Shiitake mushrooms, spinach, fresh thyme, and grass-fed goat cheese are a perfect marriage of flavors and nutrition. Ordering pizza can often mean gas, bloating, and intestinal troubles the next day for many, however, this pizza is light and delivers nutrients that support digestion functioning.