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
Plant-based myths can make you nervous. The words vegan and vegetarian still cause raised eyebrows in some places. The concept of eating mostly plants or not eating animal products is not new. What is new is how much access we have to information about vegan and vegetarian lifestyles. So, it’s important to get clear about the difference between … 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
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
Breakfast boards can keep the boredom out of every breakfast in bed moment. What’s awesome about this magical food hack is that anyone can create one. It’s all about presentation. You probably have everything you need already in the fridge or kitchen cabinets. When looking for a lazy way to roll into the weekend, a breakfast board is … Read More
Butternut squash sauce popped up in my life a few years ago. I was staring at several packages of bucatini pasta and looking for ideas. I don’t know about you but, I get bored from time to time. As I am exploring plant-based nutrition, I’m expanding my food vocabulary. In the past, butternut was a rock hard veggie … 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