Most people are familiar with chia seeds’ amazing thickening ability thanks to the popularity of chia seed pudding . But did you know you can use these seeds to thicken jam, too? I originally needed this recipe while working on almond flour thumbprint cookies . I wanted a jam that was naturally sweetened with maple syrup, but I didn’t want to run to the store to buy pectin. Luckily, chia seeds make an easy swap!...

If you’re looking for an easy and affordable lunch idea, this chickpea salad is perfect for you. It’s loaded with plant-based protein and takes just a few minutes to assemble. Instead of using mayo, this hearty sandwich filling is made with creamy avocado. (Don’t worry, it’s not noticeable.) Paired with crunchy celery, red onion, and fresh dill, it tastes like classic egg salad, but this version is vegan-friendly. Stuff it into sandwiches and wraps, or pile it onto a crunchy cracker or rice cake....

Growing up, I didn’t know that pumpkin pie usually came with a crust. My mom always made crustless pumpkin pie because it’s a lot less work. It’s naturally gluten-free, making it perfect for a low-fuss holiday dessert. While you could certainly bake your favorite pie filling without a crust, this recipe adds an extra ingredient to make it easier to slice and remove from the pie pan. You can stir it together in one bowl in 10 minutes or less!...

If you love having a snack on hand that also doubles as a treat, you’ll love these date balls. They’re made with simple ingredients that you might already have on hand! I started making this recipe over 10 years ago, when I began studying nutrition. I recall reading a study on the therapeutic effects of dates , and I instantly wanted to eat more of them. This combination was one of the first recipes I tried, and it’s still one of my favorites....

Pizza Salad has all the pizza flavor you love, and is a delicious way to get more veggies into your life. The secret to the flavor is an easy vinaigrette you can whip up in minutes! Why You’ll Love It It’s comforting. This recipe is perfect for hot summer months, when you don’t want to turn on your oven or order take-out pizza. It has all the flavors of pizza, in a crunchy, refreshing bowl!...

Eggplant Lasagna is a comforting meal, using eggplant slices instead of noodles! This easy recipe is a delicious way to enjoy the cheesy lasagna flavor you love, while eating more veggies at the same time. You can hardly even tell that there’s eggplant inside! In fact, this recipe is perfect for those who may not be an eggplant fan. Two of my taste testers couldn’t even tell that they were eating eggplant!...

Now that we’ve mastered making baked falafel at home, let’s make Falafel bowls! This is my favorite way to serve falafel, because it’s packed with flavor, texture, and nutrients, for a healthy meal. This recipe is inspired by the Mediterreanean Platter at Swinger’s Diner , which is one of the first restaurants I remember visiting when I first moved to Los Angeles. They inspired my Tahini Dill Dressing recipe, too!...

Green smoothies are an easy way to eat more fruits and vegetables. I love how you can’t taste the spinach at all, so it’s great for beginners. I like to enjoy it as a meal replacement for breakfast, or as a snack during the day! Why Are Green Smoothies Good For You? According to the CDC, only 1 in 10 adults eat enough fruits and vegetables every day. Green smoothies can help in this department!...

Greek Salad is a delicious way to brighten up your week, featuring crisp cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, olives, and creamy feta cheese. It’s tossed with a homemade Greek dressing and a few extra flavors you’ll love! This Greek salad recipe is easy to toss together for a party, or meal prep for your week ahead. It tastes amazing and can be customized to use any veggies you have on hand....

Date Brownies are 100% fruit sweetened, but you’d never know just by tasting them. They are made without flour or oil, and have a rich & chewy texture you’ll love! Why You’ll Love Them They’re delicious. These healthy brownies have a rich chocolate flavor, and a texture similar to the two-bite brownie bites you’d find at the grocery store. My kids gobble them up! (And they are quite picky.)...

This hearty Quinoa Soup is loaded with plant-based protein and is the perfect cold weather comfort food. Made with fast-cooking quinoa and red lentils, it’s an easy weeknight meal, or a convenient packed lunch. Why You’ll Love It Inspired by a can of Amy’s Quinoa, Kale & Red Lentil Soup, this soup is a complete meal in a bowl. Thanks to the quinoa, it has the 9 essential amino acids that the body can’t make on its own, plus extra fiber to help keep you feeling full....

My family doesn’t always agree on dinner ideas, but this sweet potato lentil curry is one we all love. It’s flavorful, without being too spicy, and is made with comforting lentils and sweet potatoes for extra fiber in each bite. I love that it’s naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan. I originally shared this recipe while helping to promote my friend Gena’s first cookbook, Choosing Raw , over a decade ago....

The next time you need a bite-sized treat to bring to a party, remember these healthy pecan pie truffles. The filling tastes remarkably like pecan pie, but is made with simple ingredients, like pecans, dates, and shredded coconut. When dipped in dark chocolate, it looks like something you’d buy! (And no one has to know how easy they were for you to prepare.) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Featured Review “Best vegan truffles recipe on the internet!...

Almond Flour Thumbprint Cookies are filled with your favorite jam for an easy gluten-free cookie. They couldn’t be easier to make! Why You’ll Love Them They’re easy to prepare. This recipe calls for just one type of flour, and you can stir the cookie dough together in one bowl. They will be baking in the oven before you know it! You can make multiple flavors. If you love variety, you can use a mix of jam flavors to make several different options....

These banana buckwheat muffins are a delicious way to use up ripe bananas you have on hand. They make an easy gluten-free breakfast, or snack on-the-go. Why You’ll Love Them They are easy to make. All you need is one bowl and a few simple ingredients to make these buckwheat banana muffins. They’re nutritious. Buckwheat contains minerals like manganese, iron, and copper. When you pair it with mashed bananas and ground flax seed, you’ll get plenty of filling fiber and vitamins in each bite!...

It’s officially Girl Scout Cookie season around here, and all of the sudden I find myself craving my childhood favorites, like Thin Mints and Tagalongs (also known as Peanut Butter Patties). I’ve already satisfied my craving for Thin Mints with my Peppermint Fudge Bars, a recipe found in my cookbook , so today I want to focus on my other favorite– Tagalongs. If you’re not familiar with Tagalongs, they feature a crisp shortbread-like cookie topped with a layer of creamy peanut butter, and then the whole thing is covered in chocolate....

This Healthy Carrot Cake is made with coconut flour, for a naturally grain-free and gluten-free dessert . I love how moist and flavorful it is, while being naturally-sweetened and higher in protein. What are the Benefits of Coconut Flour? What I love about coconut flour is that it’s naturally gluten-free and high in fiber. In fact, it’s so high in fiber that it actually needs quite a few eggs to help give it lift and moisture....

Golden Milk is a comforting dairy-free beverage , made with anti-inflammatory spices like turmeric and ginger. It’s lightly sweetened with honey, and comes together almost instantly in your blender. Benefits of Golden Milk Golden milk may have anti-inflammatory properties, thanks to a handful of simple, but potent ingredients, including: Turmeric gives this milk its signature “golden” color, and could have powerful anti-inflammatory properties. Thanks to its antioxidant content and active compound curcumin, it may protect against free radical damage and lower the risk of certain brain and heart diseases....

When I wrote The Fresh and Healthy Instant Pot Cookbook , I spent weeks experimenting with the best way to cook veggies in the electric pressure cooker. Since you can’t check on the tenderness as you go, it requires an educated guess to get started. That’s why I’m sharing a step-by-step guide below to help you get perfectly cooked broccoli in the Instant Pot on your first try. (I’ll show you a cooking cycle that you may not have tried before....

Instant Pot Quinoa is one of the easiest things to make in your electric pressure cooker. This hands-off method requires a 1-minute pressure cooking cycle and turns out perfectly fluffy every time. Why You’ll Love It It won’t stick to your pot. Unlike cooking quinoa on the stove , you don’t have to worry about this gluten-free seed sticking to the bottom of the pot as it cooks. This is a huge perk if you get distracted in the kitchen!...