Thai Spring Rolls with Sweet & Spicy Grape Dipping Sauce
By posting this recipe, I am entering my recipe into the Taste the Mighty Concord Welch’s Recipe Contest, a sponsored recipe contest in which I am eligible to win prizes. I was not compensated for my time. The inspiration for this recipe was an attempt to satisfy my love for sweet + savory + spicy flavor combinations. Welch's 100% Concord Grape Juice is the perfect sweetness to compliment a savory application in my Sweet & Spicy Grape Dipping Sauce. I used the flavors found
Veggie Loaded Red Lentil Pasta with Chicken Sausage (gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free)
Happy Sunday, everyone! Are you enjoying the beautiful weather we are having? Yesterday, I took some time to get outside and enjoy the fresh air and it felt SO good. Instead of heading to my usual Saturday class at my yoga studio I took my mat out into the sun to do a little practice on my own. What did you do this weekend to enjoy the weather? In addition to soaking up the weather I also carved out time this weekend (usually Sunday) to get our meals ready for the week. I k
A Post Workout Snack: Cashew, Cocoa & Coconut Energy Balls (dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan)
Energy balls: the perfectly packaged snack. If you've tried my favorite snack bite (Chocolate Covered Strawberry Energy Squares), then I think you'll love this one too. These are rich, gooey and full of awesome post-workout nutrients like protein, healthy fats, and important nutrients like magnesium and potassium. Getting these essential nutrients through real, whole foods is the best way to replenish your body after exercise. The combination of ingredients provides just what
Layered Wild Blueberry Basil Avocado Smoothie (dairy-free, vegan)
By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by the Wild Blueberry Association of North America and I am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time. If you are here in Chicago then you know we've had unseasonably warm weather for February. Instead of the usual frigid temperatures and mounds of snow, the sun is shining and temperatures are in the 40s! Although this might not seem like a big deal to other parts of th
Flourless Dark Chocolate Protein Brownies (dairy-free, gluten-free, grain-free, vegan)
Warning: friends this is not a traditional brownie. This is a better-for-you treat full of so much goodness it can be eaten for breakfast, as a post-workout snack, or to curb your after dinner sweet tooth. It's got natural sweeteners, healthy fats, protein and fiber to keep you satisfied and sustained. But, I promise this recipe is not only nourishing it's also rich and chocolatey. The recipe doesn't call for flour so to bind everything together I’m using a vegan hemp seed pr
Turmeric: From Ancient Spice to Modern Superfood
This article was originally published through WELLSEEK. From lattes to curries, turmeric is making a name for itself in today’s culinary creations. But turmeric has a rich history rooted in the Vedic culture in India dating back nearly 4,000 years! Its use has both religious and culinary significance in India. Known for its stunning yellow color, turmeric is referred to as “Indian Saffron.” I love both the religious and culinary importance turmeric has in the Indian culture.
Loaded Sweet Potato Skins with Crispy Prosciutto (gluten-free, dairy-free, grain-free)
Full disclosure: this recipe was my husband's idea. When I'm having trouble brainstorming new recipes I turn to him because I know he'll be able to bounce ideas back and forth. Plus, who better to turn to for a football Sunday inspired recipe than THE sports fan in our household. I have to admit when it comes to the Big Game I show up for the food, drinks and friends...football not so much. I enjoy the excitement and atmosphere and love getting together with friends and famil
