Golden Beet & Green Bean Salad with radishes, sunflower seeds, and dried cherries! Perfect for a light lunch, dinner, or picnic!…
Meal Prep
Berry Chia Pudding Parfaits
Basic chia pudding recipe layered with fresh berries, cacao nibs, sliced almonds, and crumbled cookies. Perfect to prep for breakfasts, snacks, or dessert.
Hi, friends.
How was your week?
I’m in one of those phases where I feel overwhelmed by thoughts and ideas and inspiration and wanting to do it all, NOW.
But, as my chia pudding taught me this week, good things come in layers.
I’m excited to share my all-time favorite chia pudding recipe with you today.
It’s perfect for dressing up or down, requiring only three ingredients plus some seriously fun superfood toppings.
Let’s layer up!
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Lemon Pepper Tofu “Steaks”
Lemon Pepper Tofu “Steaks” seasoned with fresh lemon and pepper. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. Serve with baked asparagus and your favorite grain!
Well hi, hi, hello!
I don’t know what’s gotten into me this week, but I’ve been all about routines and positive outlooks.
Somewhere along my 2018 journey I lost the structure that keeps my days and eats from all running together in one big MEAL.
This new protocol includes waking up early, sweating a little before breakfast, and taking time to check in with myself mentally and physically before the day begins.
Somehow, these little steps instantly take my mindset from stressed to strengthened.
It’s contagious, so watch out.
The good vibes are coming for you, too!
Starting with this delicious Lemon Pepper Tofu that comes together in 30 minutes for a delicious plant-based entree. …
Peaches ‘N’ Quinoa Salad & Pinot Grigio
Celebrate summer with this easy and light peach salad. Juicy peaches, crunchy pecans, hearty quinoa, and fresh spinach with maple tahini dressing.
I don’t get to the farmer’s market enough, guys.
I went there this weekend with Dan and Harper on Saturday morning, and it was such a treat!
Everything was ridiculously fresh and appealing, and I really wanted to just buy the whole stand and take it to go.
Instead, I picked out some juicy yellow peaches and a few bags of freshly picked spinach for a fresh summer salad.
This Peaches ‘N’ Quinoa Salad is simple and sweet with only a handful of ingredients to keep things light and easy for summer.
All you need is some juicy stone-fruit and an optional glass of white!
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Big & Spicy Hummus Meal Prep Bowl
Big & Spicy Hummus Meal Prep Bowl with quinoa, black beans, and raw veggies with hummus, avocado, sriracha, cilantro, and fresh lime. Perfect for meal prep!
Does anyone else go on epic food routine streaks?
Once I find a combination that I like, I do it on repeat until the thought of repeating it makes me feel a little nauseous.
No one can ever say I’m not committed in the kitchen.
Right now, I’m in a big quinoa bowl phase.
My commitment to my latest and greatest recipe is a bit staggering, I must say, and I’m just hoping that doesn’t mean I won’t be sick of it come July.
Because I’ve been making this Big & Spicy Hummus Meal Prep Bowl nearly every day for two weeks.
Come on, get a little obsessed with me, won’t you?
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Raw Almond Butter Superfood Bars
Raw Almond Butter Superfood Bars packed with superfoods, antioxidants, and protein for a nutritious snack or healthy dessert.
Hello, dears!
For a short week, it certainly has felt long.
Long weeks always feel a little shorter when you have a fun snack to dream about…
With that in mind, I made these Raw Almond Butter Superfood Bars to get us (read: me) through to the weekend!
They come together with only 10 ingredients, a handful of super delicious superfoods, and an optional chocolate drizzle. …
Lemon Berry Overnight Oats
Easy vegan overnight oats with lemon, yogurt, and fresh berries. Gluten-free and naturally sweet with maple syrup. Perfect for meal prep!
Hi friends!
How was your Memorial Day weekend?
It was a little overcast here in Virginia, but I was fortunate to be able to spend time outdoors and with family.
With the workweek back in full swing, I felt like we needed an easy pragmatic (but delicious) breakfast to start off the week, what do you think?
Since we didn’t get much sun this weekend, I decided to create my own in overnight oats fashion.
These Lemon Berry Overnight Oats are the perfect lazy summer breakfast that only require a ten minutes mix-up the night before the breakfast of your dreams!
Summer time, and the eating’s EASY. …
Moroccan Sheet Pan Meal
Moroccan Sheet Pan Meal seasoned with harissa paste, fresh mint, and tahini. Enjoy by itself or served over greens or grains.
Hi friends!
Do you have a Cava near you?
I discovered this Mediterranean fast-food-ish type place a little over a year ago after meeting a friend there for lunch.
We were there during the work-week rush so I ordered in a hurry, fearing the wrath of the guys in suits behind me on business lunch hour.
I ended up getting something with harissa and veggies and it was gloriously good.
Recently and separately, Dan discovered it too, so when he told me, “There’s this place I think you would like…it has your type of food…”
I totally didn’t say I found it first…(HA).
But I did find this Moroccan Sheet Pan Meal first…#braggingrights.
This easy one-pan meal has a great combination of hot and cool flavors that keeps each bite interesting.
Spicy chili pepper and cayenne balanced out by creamy tahini and cooling mint.
Is it hot?
Is it cold?
It’s just YUM.
It definitely keeps the Cava cravings at bay, as the closest one to me is at least 30 minutes away!
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Sweet & Savory Breakfast Salad
Sweet & savory breakfast salad packed with protein and whole foods. Perfect for a fun light breakfast for warmer weather.
Happy Sunday and Happy Mother’s Day!
I was lucky to be able to see my mom last night.
My parents came over for dinner at our place and I swear Harper was strutting around with a big smile on her face, absolutely loving being the center of attention.
Dad tuned and cleaned up my old guitar (did you know I used to play?) and I’m determined to bring life back to the strings!
This morning, I’m having mother’s day brunch for me, myself, and I, the self proclaimed dog momma of this family.
This Sweet & Savory Breakfast Salad requires only a handful of whole foods you’ve got in the kitchen for an unexpected and easy blend of leafy greens, fruit, and veg.
Go ahead, grab the salad tongs and mixing bowl before noon!
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Easy Orange Chickpea Stir Fry
Easy orange chickpea stir fry with veggies and fresh squeezed orange served over fluffy cauliflower rice. Perfect for meal prep dinners!
Do you like your dinners hot?
With the weather getting warmer, I haven’t felt like turning the oven on quite as much.
In fact, last night I had a gigantic salad for dinner, noshing on My Go To Kale Salad while Dan searched the DVR for shows.
Who am I?!
Typically, though, no matter the season, I equate dinner with a warm meal.
So I’ve recently rediscovered my love of a good stir fry– quick, easy, flavorful, and packed with as many veggies as you can fit in the skillet.
This Easy Orange Chickpea Stir Fry comes together in 20 minutes for a quick flavorful plate that’s spicy and naturally sweet!
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