I recently bought a new stainless steel slow cooker to experiment with, so I figured it was time to revisit this slow cooker pumpkin soup recipe. It’s made with canned pumpkin for convenience and requires minimal prep work, so it’s a recipe you’ll want to make on repeat. This soup leans towards the savory side, so it’s not as sweet as some pumpkin soups you might get from a restaurant....
When I flip through a new cookbook, I usually look for recipes that call for only a handful of fresh ingredients and have a brief preparation. I don’t have the time or patience for anything complicated. That’s why I love these Spiralized Summer Squash Noodles with fresh basil and mint. This recipe comes from my friend Amie Valpone’s book, Eating Clean , which was released earlier this year. If you’re not familiar with Amie’s blog, The Healthy Apple , Amie shares recipes that meet her detox anti-inflammatory criteria– no gluten, dairy, soy, refined sugar, eggs, corn, peanuts, white flour, or caffeine....
There’s nothing like a delicious dip to make me want to eat more veggies. Sun-dried tomatoes are a flavorful addition to this bean-free hummus, boosting the antioxidant content of an already healthy favorite. In lieu of the beans found in traditional recipes, fresh zucchini bulks up this version, keeping it properly combined and bursting with fiber, magnesium, potassium, and vitamins A and C. Paired with raw tahini, it’s also loaded with calcium and protein!...
Need a new dinner idea this week? Try this Vegan Chickpea Tikka Masala. It comes from my friend Kathryne’s new cookbook, Love Real Food , which was just released this week! If you’re not familiar with Kathryne’s blog, Cookie and Kate , she shares delicious vegetarian recipes made with whole food ingredients. Along with some cute pictures of her dog, Cookie! Not surprisingly, her cookbook is loaded with beautiful photography and plenty of crowd-pleasing vegetarian recipes....
Coconut Macaroons are naturally sweetened with maple syrup, with no eggs or flour required. They are crispy on the outside and have a chewy texture you’ll love. If you’ve tried my Chocolate Coconut Macaroons , this version is very similar in concept, only without the chocolate. Bake them for a crispy outside and tender inside (highly recommended) or you can freeze the batter for an even faster, no-bake treat....
Vegan Parmesan Cheese is made with 3 simple ingredients, and is the perfect non-dairy substitute in your favorite recipes. You can make it in just minutes! Ingredients You’ll Need What is Vegan Parmesan made of? All you need is 3 ingredients! Cashews Nutritional yeast Salt The nutritional yeast is responsible for the “cheesy” flavor here, just like it is in my famous Vegan Mac n’ Cheese recipe. How to Make It To make this cashew Parmesan cheese, you’ll need to process the ingredients into fine powder....
This Vegan Pie Crust is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free , and made with just 5 ingredients. It’s the perfect base for practically any pie! I don’t know about you, but I’ve always been intimidated by making my own pie crust. I’ve done graham cracker crusts before, where you crush store-bought crackers together with butter and press the mixture into a pan, but there’s something about rolling out a pie crust that has always intimidated me....
If you think that cauliflower couldn’t possibly taste like nachos, you’re not alone. That’s how I felt when I first saw someone mention it in our Facebook support community . But if you think about it, it’s brilliant. You get all the flavors of nachos you love, while also eating a hefty portion of veggies. These Vegan Cauliflower Nachos are packed with flavor AND nutrition. It’s a win-win. <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://detoxinista....
These Coconut Flour Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins have the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors, and are naturally gluten-free with plenty of protein to leave you feeling satisfied. I love adding freshly squeezed lemon juice to baked goods, as it’s refreshing and loaded with vitamin C and potassium, along with other nutrients like iron and magnesium. Poppy seeds add a mild crunch in this recipe, and also contribute a small dose of calcium, iron, and zinc in each bite....
If you happen to find collard greens at your local store, grab a bunch and make this easy collard wrap recipe. You can use these large, leafy greens just like you would a tortilla, for healthy wraps the rest of the week. I originally shared this recipe using raw collard wraps, but over the past few years, I’ve learned that briefly blanching the leaves (for about 30 seconds) makes them sturdier, easier to work with, and more tender to bite into....
Cottage Cheese Waffles are a delicious way to sneak more protein into your life. The batter is made with simple ingredients and comes together quickly while your waffle iron preheats! These high protein waffles are an easy gluten-free breakfast idea to add to your meal prep routine. Store them in your freezer, then pop them in the toaster for a fast morning. You can’t taste the cottage cheese flavor in the final result!...
If you have a teen in your life, you’ve likely heard of the famous Starbucks pink drink. It’s made with their Strawberry Acai refresher, coconut milk, and freeze-dried strawberries. A grande size costs a little over $6 where I live, so it can quickly become a costly habit. I don’t know about you, but I don’t keep freeze-dried strawberries or an Acai-anything in my pantry. But that doesn’t mean we can’t make a delicious version at home!...
While writing The Fresh and Healthy Instant Pot Cookbook , I figured out the easiest way to cook mashed potatoes. Instead of waiting for a big pot of water to come to a boil on the stove, you can simply add water and potatoes to your Instant Pot, press a button, and walk away. The machine will turn off on its own, so if you’re distracted while prepping other parts of your holiday dinner, you won’t have to worry about your mashed potatoes....
These muffins are a new favorite in our home. Bursting with seasonal sweet oranges and tart cranberries, these muffins are naturally sweetened and higher in protein than most bakery muffins, but they taste just as delicious. I used coconut flour to create this recipe because it’s an economical grain-free flour– just a small amount goes a long way! However, using this flour does come with its own set of challenges, such as requiring real eggs for structure and much more moisture than traditional recipes call for....
I love finding excuses to bake. Watching the Olympics this week? Yes, we definitely need cupcakes for that. And, just in case you feel bad about eating cupcakes while watching top athletes push themselves to their limits, I’m happy to inform you that these cupcakes are grain-free, naturally sweetened, and bursting with antioxidant-rich strawberries! Now, that’s something even an athlete can feel good about eating. — Strawberry Cupcakes (Grain-free) makes 8 cupcakes...
This Sweet Potato Hash is an easy one-pan recipe , made with hearty sweet potatoes, bell peppers, and onions. It makes a flavorful breakfast or brunch option, and I love how the method is hands-off so you can do something else around your kitchen as it cooks. How to Cut the Sweet Potatoes The key to sweet potato hash is cutting the sweet potatoes into smaller pieces than you might usually....
It’s been years since I first posted my recipe for Healthier Peanut Butter Balls , also known as Buckeyes. These chocolate-covered peanut butter truffles are my husband’s very favorite dessert, so my goal was to give them a healthier makeover using a natural sweetener and without the paraffin wax often found in the chocolate coating. (Yuck!) At the time, I simply used melted dark chocolate because it was the easiest solution– and I like to keep things easy....
Meet the dairy-free dip of your dreams! This Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip has all the flavor you love, without using cheese. It’s rich & creamy, and super-easy to make! Ingredients You’ll Need What is Spinach Artichoke Dip made of? The traditional version is made with a trifecta of mayo, sour cream, and cheese, making it ultra-indulgent, but this version is lightened-up, using simple real food ingredients. Here are the basic ingredients:...
Whether you’re trying to eat more orange veggies, or you have some leftover sweet potato you’re hoping to use up, this sweet potato brownie recipe is about to make your life better. It has a rich, fudgy texture and tastes like a real brownie. (Not just a “healthy” brownie.) I had so much fun experimenting with these sweet potato brownies that I ended up with two versions to choose from....
Apple Nachos are a fun snack that will sneak more fiber into your day. You can customize this easy recipe with any toppings you love! Whether you are looking for an after-school snack or a gluten-free dessert idea, these apple nachos are the perfect solution. They can be assembled in as little as 5 minutes, and taste better than simply dipping apple slices into peanut butter. In this case, the presentation really does make a difference!...
