This blueberry hemp seed salad takes about five minutes to make with spring mix, juicy blueberries, hemp seeds and balsamic vinaigrette. Adding more plants to your plate does not have to be complicated. This recipe is proof of that!… Read More
During my recent Substack Live, I found myself giving chickpeas the praise they deserve. Because really—can we talk about the absolute versatility of the humble chickpea? I use them to make hummus. Falafel too. I toss them into salads and grain bowls. But one of my absolute favorite things to do is roast them until they’re crispy, seasoned … Read More
Creating plant-based 4th of July recipes for your BBQ is easier than you think. When most people think about a Fourth of July BBQ, they imagine hot dogs, hamburgers, and a grill packed with meat. I think about the juicy watermelon, the colorful salads and of course the corn on the cob! I’m also a fan of the … Read More
Austin is a beautiful city. I attended the SXSW conference and in between all of the sessions and networking, I spent time visiting vegan and plant-forward restaurants. I am almost always alone when I’m checking out these spots, so I found myself one early afternoon having a solo dining experience at the Bouldin Creek Cafe. The Cafe is … Read More
Liquid Gold Olive Oil. It sounds like something you’d hear in a luxury skincare commercial. Who knew that Grammy-nominated artist Kelis would be bringing more than her “Milkshake” to the yard? But here we are. Kelis—flipped the script on everyone when she entered her farming era. A true example of following your own north star. We still remember … Read More
Plant-based mocktails are bright, refreshing and another excellent way to get more plants into our lives. January can bring the blahs. This is especially true if you live anywhere near the ice, wind, snow and cold temps that make us feel anything but bright and cheerful. January does tend to make us all feel like we have to … Read More
Jerk spice instantly makes me think of bold flavor and bold people. Different than the hot that comes from hot sauce, it hits different. Technically, “jerk” is about how meats are seasoned, smoked and grilled. The process and the flavors are a true nod to the culture. You can find this flavor all over the globe from the … Read More
Arugula brings a green and peppery taste to this salad. I have come a long way since the days of iceberg lettuce. No shade to iceberg lovers. Iceberg lettuce was all I knew for many years. As a teen, I landed a gig as a cashier at a fancy supermarket. That’s when I first discovered Arugula. I had … Read More