Category: Healthy Eating

Slow baked tomato barley cooked in one dish with canned tomatoes, vegetable broth, and fresh herbs. Ready in 90 minutes, mostly hands-off oven time....

Vegetables slow-poached in olive oil until silky, then wrapped with white beans and roasted peppers. Ready in 40 minutes, meal-prep friendly....

Miso carrot noodle salad with rice noodles, roasted carrots, and a sesame ginger dressing. Ready in 40 minutes, meal-prep friendly, vegan....

Herb roasted tomato farro with garlic, basil, and parmesan. Ready in 40 minutes, one pan, hearty enough for a main or a side....

A hearty warm fennel lentil lunch plate with roasted fennel, French green lentils, and lemon tahini drizzle. Ready in 40 minutes, meal-prep friendly....

Roasted spiced pumpkin and crispy chickpeas over greens with a lemon-tahini dressing. Ready in 40 minutes, meal-prep friendly, naturally vegan....

Charred zucchini, bell pepper, and eggplant layered on crusty bread with good olive oil. A satisfying Italian-style panino ready in 40 minutes....

A bright lemon lentil zucchini bowl with sautéed garlic, fresh herbs, and a tahini drizzle. Ready in 40 minutes, high-protein, and naturally vegan....

Grilled peach savory salad with peppery arugula, creamy burrata, and crisp prosciutto. Ready in 25 minutes. Includes a honey-balsamic vinaigrette....

Creamy white bean garlic soup finished with bright lemon oil. Ready in 40 minutes, naturally vegan, and built from pantry staples....

My first vegan meal was like a B-rated horror flick – beans everywhere, tofu scared to death, and veggies ready to jump off the counter. It was a plant-based pandemonium! But the tables have turned. Now I use my spatula as a wand and whip up some vegan goodness...

Mediterranean farro soup—It’s a tasty and healthy food made with farro, fresh vegetables, and flavorful spices. With my first sip, I feel like I’m on the sunny Mediterranean coast, surrounded by the smell of fresh herbs and the sound of cooking veggies, all coming together beautifully with Mediterranean food....

I enjoy making tender chicken meatballs in a light broth. It’s a gentle meal that suits any occasion, especially for those with gastroparesis. Juicy meatballs and a light, soothing broth come together perfectly. I’m excited to share my recipe for comfort food. I hope you enjoy it as much...

Breakfast is one of my favorite parts of the day, and soft-baked lemon ricotta pancakes are one of my favorites. These light and fluffy pancakes are made even better with lemon and ricotta cheese, which together make for a dreamy breakfast. Here is my recipe and some tips for...

Looking for a meal that is both delicious and good for you? My baked salmon recipe with maple-glazed carrots is a perfect combination. Think about how the delicious sweetness of a homemade glaze for carrots pairs nicely with the rich, flaky texture of oven-baked salmon. This recipe is gentle...

Since my doctor told me I needed to eat more protein without gaining weight, quinoa has been my best friend in the kitchen. The nutrients in this tiny, ancient grain are great, and it can be used for a lot of different things. My favorite quinoa dishes are the...

Every time I think back to the Great Bean Debacle of ’09, my stomach does a somersault. It was a dinner party that went down in personal history, where my attempt at a chili con carne turned into an epic tale of digestive woe. My guests and I learned...

Picture this: you’re at a dinner party, and the host serves a dish that makes your taste buds dance the Macarena. Now, imagine that same dish paired with the perfect natural wine, and your taste buds are not just dancing—they’re throwing a full-blown fiesta. That’s the magic I discovered...

Have you ever thought about how to refresh your rice cooker recipes? This farro recipe changed how I cook in the kitchen. Using a rice cooker lets you turn healthy rice cooker meals into tasty dishes full of flavor and nutrition. Many cultures adore farro, and it has quickly...

Once upon a time, in the not-so-distant past, my taste buds were as adventurous as a snail on a sidewalk. But then, something miraculous happened – I discovered the kaleidoscope of flavors in exotic vegan cuisine. My culinary journey took a sharp turn from bland to grand, and I’ve...