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You’ve all probably heard by now it’s best to buy local, especially when it comes to produce. Of course it’s great to support your local economy and your local farmer and decrease the burden of extra fuel use for our planet, but what does it matter to our bodies if we eat blueberries picked down…   Read More»

Mini Crustless Quiches Makes 12 Mini Quiches in 25 minutes 6 eggs 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled 1 medium tomato, diced 3/4 cup spinach 2 teaspoons dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Whisk eggs together and stir in all above ingredients in a medium bowl. 2. Spray muffin tin with…   Read More»

This is a quick baking bread, no rising time needed. It’s dense, slightly sweet, and perfect for toast. I had a piece every morning last week along with a banana or a cup of berries for breakfast. As far as homemade (and healthy) bread goes, this is probably the easiest recipe you can get. Perfect if…   Read More»

This recipe is definitely a fan favorite– I’ve made it at least 15 times. Even your hard-core “a meal is not a meal without meat” friends will be pleased with these hearty and fulfilling peppers. I used quinoa this time to increase the protein, but I’ve also used brown rice and it works just as well….   Read More»

Looks can be deceiving. Despite resembling a greasy high-fat burger, this is actually a very healthy veggie sandwich. The best veggie sandwich you’ve ever had. I call it indulgence on a diet. Toasted Caprese Slamwich Prep Time: 10-15 minutes. Serves 4 10 oz sliced mushrooms 1/2 of a small onion, sliced 4 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette 2…   Read More»

Who doesn’t love burgers when the sun is shining? And yes, I’m officially obsessed with quinoa. And why shouldn’t I be? It’s high in fiber, low in calories and packed with protein and other nutrients. Tomato Basil Quinoa Burgers Prep time: 35 minutes. Makes 4 Burgers 1 cup of cooked quinoa 1 can of kidney…   Read More»

It’s summer, so it’s salad season. But aren’t you tired of those same old boring salads? I know I am, so here’s a twist that everyone will love, especially the guys since you get to use the grill! I often tell my clients to steer clear of croutons, but as with most things if you…   Read More»

I’ve had a lot of questions lately from clients about soy milk and soy foods in general. Are soy foods bad for you? Do they cause cancer? Or are they beneficial? I wanted to clear up some of these questions for my readers as well. The soy and cancer controversy concerned only those with a specific…   Read More»

I would serve this simple, healthy side dish to anyone who loves mashed potatoes, loves cauliflower or…. hates cauliflower. I think that covers, oh I don’t know, everyone. I wouldn’t even tell the cauliflower haters what’s in it until they give it a taste and tell me how good it is. Garlic Parmesan Mashed Cauliflower with…   Read More»

This light, summery dips’ main ingredient, pumpkin seeds, are high in zinc, selenium and vitamin E– a combo that makes them great for your skin. I adapted this recipe from one I saw in Food & Wine magazine, decreasing the amount of oil and sodium and switching to extra virgin olive oil for an omega…   Read More»