These Chocolate Coconut Macaroons are an easy dessert that takes 1-bowl and about 10 minutes to stir together. You can bake them for a crispy outside and tender inside, or simply freeze them for a no-bake treat! Why You’ll Love Them They’re gluten-free & vegan. Perfect for those following a special diet! No baking required. I love these so much, I included a version in my first cookbook as a no-bake recipe....
These double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins are made with no flour or added oil, but they taste like a brownie! They are a delicious way to sneak more veggies into your life. This muffin recipe requires no added oil or butter, thanks to the sneaky vegetables hidden inside. The zucchini adds all the moisture you need! These muffins are dairy-free and gluten-free, without using a specialty gluten-free flour blend, so they are perfect if you are serving guests or family members with special dietary needs....
As the weather gets warmer, I find myself craving lighter, picnic-style meals. Like this authentic, creamy coleslaw. Rather than using mayonnaise as a base, this dressing gets its creaminess from raw cashews, which promote heart health. Cashews are a great source of magnesium, which is essential for calcium absorption, known to improve bone health and keep our nervous system running smoothly. Insufficient magnesium in the body can lead to high blood pressure, migraines, muscle soreness and fatigue, so this salad is a delicious way to help boost your intake!...
If you’ve ever been to a first birthday party, you know that a “smash cake” is usually on the menu. But considering the fact that many babies haven’t been introduced to refined sugar, flour, or dairy before that big day, parents might find themselves with a sick or grouchy child if they offer a traditional birthday cake– let alone give the baby a whole cake to play with! Of course, I don’t want to make any parents feel badly about giving their baby a traditional birthday cake, because one special day isn’t going to be a huge deal in the grand scheme of things....
When I first discovered food combining, over 20 years ago, it felt life-changing. So much so that I went on to publish two cookbooks on the topic. (Check out Everyday Detox or No Excuses Detox if you enjoy flipping through a physical cookbook with menus and meal ideas.) If you want to try food combining yourself but feel confused about what or when you can eat, I thought it might be helpful to share some properly combined recipes on my website....
These cookies taste too good to be healthy. And yet, they are egg-free, grain-free, nut-free and sweetened with only fresh fruit! They are the kind of cookie you could eat for breakfast, with your morning cup of coffee or tea, or as a sweet afternoon snack. Featuring ripe bananas, pumpkin puree and plump raisins, plus a dash of Fall spices, these cookies are bursting with flavor and are perfect for the upcoming chilly weather ahead....
I started making these gluten-free pumpkin bars in 2012, when my husband and I were experimenting with a Paleo diet. We wanted the flavor of pumpkin bread, without grains or refined sugar. Enter this amazing recipe. It’s inspired by my Paleo Banana Snack Cake , but this time we’re using pumpkin instead. The result is a remarkably light and fluffy bar that’s loaded with pumpkin spice flavor. These bars became so famous that I was asked to make them on the Hallmark Channel , and they were also featured on Good Morning America ....
While writing The Fresh & Healthy Instant Pot Cookbook , I spent months learning how to cook beans in the pressure cooker. (I’ve never cooked so many beans from scratch in my life!) As it turns out, different beans require different cooking methods, and pinto beans are one of the trickier ones to cook. So, don’t assume you can cook them the same way as other bean varieties. If you want to cook Instant Pot black beans or chickpeas , I’ve got you covered, too....
Mushroom Quinoa Risotto is a low-effort riff on traditional risotto. It uses high-protein quinoa instead of rice. It’s naturally gluten-free and made in one-pan! This side dish doesn’t call for butter or Parmesan cheese, but it’s easy to customize if you’d prefer a cheesy risotto. (Or quinotto, if you will.) As written, it’s vegan and dairy-free. If you don’t love mushrooms, swap them for any other vegetables you like....
Peanut Butter Magic Shell is an easy 3-ingredient topping that hardens when you pour it over ice cream. You can make your own “dipped” cones or sundaes at home in just minutes! This peanut butter magic shell is amazing over strawberry ice cream, for a peanut butter and jelly flavored sundae, or you can serve it over chocolate ice cream for more of a peanut butter cup flavor. Either way, it’s totally delicious!...
One of the most popular recipes on my website is my Thai Salad with peanut dressing , and for good reason… it tastes amazing. That recipe calls for a dressing made with a combination of rice vinegar and lime juice, which I love together, but I don’t always have fresh limes on hand. That’s why I decided to work on a different peanut dressing recipe— one that can be made with even simpler ingredients that I always have on hand....
While we should be able to get most of the nutrients we need through a balanced and diverse diet, our nutritional needs do change through different phases of our lives . For women, pregnancy and breastfeeding are two times when we might need an extra boost. One particular supplement most doctors recommend adding is DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) omega-3 to your routine, if you haven’t already. DHA is a polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acid and is a major structural fat found in the brain, eyes, and heart....
These Raspberry Chocolate Muffins are quick and easy, made with protein-rich almond flour. I love how fluffy they are while being 100% gluten-free! Why You’ll Love Them Almond flour is a nutrient-rich option with more protein than white flour. It’s perfect for those who follow a gluten-free or Paleo diet because it’s easy to use, and you can even make homemade almond flour yourself! As written, each muffin has 6 grams of protein and satiating fats that will leave you feeling full for hours....
Sweet Potato Sliders are a healthy and comforting way to enjoy your favorite burgers. Tender sweet potato slices act as a gluten-free bun alternative and add extra nutrients to each bite! This recipe is a fun twist on sweet potato toast , with your favorite burger toppings. If you love sweet potato pizza , you’ll love this idea, too! Sweet potato buns have a starchy, comforting texture that will leave you feeling full and satisfied....
One of my favorite side dishes at Thanksgiving dinner is my mom’s corn casserole. Growing up, it was “my job” to make it, because the recipe was so easy– you just stir together a box of Jiffy corn mix, 2 cans of corn, sour cream, and butter. It’s not healthy in the slightest, but it tastes delicious. This year, I wanted to make a corn casserole that tasted like the version made with Jiffy corn mix, but give it a healthier makeover....
Watermelon sorbet is a fast & easy summer dessert . All you need is a few ingredients, and about 5 minutes of time to make it! No ice cream maker required. What is Sorbet? Sorbet is a frozen dessert, typically made from sweetened and flavored water. Sorbet is dairy-free , so it’s less creamy than ice cream. Instead, it’s more like eating a flavorful and refreshing snow cone, or shaved ice....
If you’re looking forward to some delicious food on Super Bowl Sunday, you’ll love this collection of Super Bowl Snacks! Below you’ll find easy appetizers and snacks that are sure to please a crowd, including this festive black bean dip which you can decorate to look like a football. Whether you’re hosting a Super Bowl Party or are simply watching the big game for the commercials and halftime show, you’ll feel well prepared (and fed!...
If I could only eat one salad for the rest of my life, I would choose this one. Tender beets and crunchy red onion are quickly marinated with a vinaigrette that comes together in just 2 minutes. Paired with walnuts and creamy goat cheese, the combination is irresistible. The red onions develop a beautiful pink color when briefly marinated with beets in the vinaigrette, and this step mellows their sharp bite, ensuring that every bite is flavorful....
The next time you want a warm and cozy mug of hot chocolate, try this easy recipe. It’s inspired by my date-sweetened hot chocolate , but I’ve recently started adding collagen for a protein boost. Paired with the fiber from the dates, it’s a treat you can feel good about! The result is even creamier than the original, with extra protein in each sip. (And I love that you can’t taste the collagen at all....
If you have a ripe banana sitting on your counter, turn it into this healthy banana mug cake. It cooks quickly, and most importantly, it doesn’t have an eggy texture. I tested this recipe multiple times until the texture was similar to that of banana bread, rather than an egg soufflé. If you’ve been disappointed with other mug cake recipes, don’t give up until you try this one! It doesn’t taste “healthy” at all....
