Soup is all I want to eat when it is THIS cold. Not the thin, light, and airy kind, but the hearty, rich, and deeply nourishing variety which warms and soothes every part of you. This soup will satisfy your need for comfort in a bowl that we all crave in winter. Not only is this soup delicious, but it is also loaded with immune boosting properties from turmeric, cumin, and carrots which give your body that extra nudge of defense. Chickpeas add protein and texture and create a meal that wraps your belly in a blanket of wellness and warmth.
Read moreback to school breakfast - oatmeal flax yogurt blender muffins
It's September, which means that school is back in session. Even if you are not in school or don't have a small human that you are responsible for feeding, blender muffins are a fantastic make ahead breakfast addition or snack that will help give you some fuel on the go. With whole grains, protein, omega 3's, and fiber, these muffins are sure to make a regular appearance in your morning routine.
Read moresummer picnic staples: chickpea salad + the house guacamole and a giveaway!
Summertime is all about enjoying the outdoors and eating great food - a very accessible combination. Taking long walks in the park followed by a picnic with a few of my favorite foods is my "go-to" summer activity. I like to keep my picnic items simple, durable, and light, so the items are not too heavy to carry, preparation is seamless, and the snacks can withstand a long walk. I also like to make items that are crowd pleasers and not too specific to a certain type of palate - sometimes less is more. Bean salads, guacamole, salsa, plenty of fresh veggies, and crunchy chips are my post-hike picnic staples.
Read morethe wellness project book + almond-sesame soba zoodles with quick pickled veggies
I had the opportunity to meet Phoebe Lapine of Feed Me Phoebe a year ago at a wellness gathering and have been enamored ever since. Not only are we both native New Yorkers navigating the wellness world, we both have a firm belief in living a life of balance without tipping the scales of the extreme. Phoebe coined the term healthy hedonist, which is all about taking small steps to live your best life while also properly nourishing your body. I am so excited to share a recipe from Phoebe's memoir, The Wellness Project, which comes out this week!
Read morecookies for breakfast from "The First Mess" cookbook
I have always admired Laura Wright from The First Mess for a multitude of reasons. Firstly, her photographs and food styling are absolutely phenomenal and a testament to what food photography can be. Secondly, she has incredibly unique yet approachable plant-based recipes throughout her site and now in a gorgeous book, The First Mess Cookbook. Despite being tempted by every recipe in the book, "Cookies for Breakfast" immediately called to me.
Read moredark cherry maca smoothie
I used to not be a smoothie person, but now most mornings involve "smoothie time." I find it to be a simple and comforting way to integrate antioxidants, immune boosters, fruit, and greens first thing in the morning. Winter smoothies are less appealing than smoothies in the warmer months. Yet, on days where it is not 20 degrees F, I love to start my morning or refuel after a workout with them. I rotate my smoothie concoctions frequently, but this dark cherry maca smoothie has been on repeat for many weeks.
Read morecrunchy radish clean up: day 7
You made it to day seven. Congratulations! Hopefully you have noticed that eating cleanly and resetting your system does not have to boring, bland, or limiting. Making vegetables and whole grains the primary focus of your plate is a simple and incredibly nourishing way to lead a clean and a balanced diet. Day seven closes out with baked oatmeal, turmeric cauliflower and lentil salad, and carrot noodles with peanut sauce!
Read morecrunchy radish clean up: day 5
I love dishes that encourage a myriad of interpretations and allow you to utilize what you have on hand. Baked oatmeal is one of those meals. I've made versions of the bake with fresh and frozen berries, depending on seasonality, and have added bananas, apples and pears as well as various types of nuts and unsweetened coconut flakes.
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