This easy mocktail has the healing power of fresh ginger coupled with the sweetness of pineapple and orange juice and the bitterness of lemon juice. Pineapple Sour says it all. Grate the peeled fresh ginger using a microplane zester. Add a wee bit of agave …[read more]

TL/DR – Braised Chard Egg Rice Bowl. This is quick and easy and leaving out the eggs makes it vegan. Lots of  fiber, protein, flavor and texture!     Roasted chickpeas are easy and they can take on any flavor. One tip I’ve learned is …[read more]

TL/DR – Chicken Pizza with Spinach Pesto. A versatile basic pizza with added nutrition in a tasty, bright green spinach pesto. This pizza has garlic undertones that make a great base for any toppings. – I don’t know what percentage of the population dislikes pizza …[read more]

Tell the picky eaters that these Green Applesauce Waffles are made from green apples. You’ll be happy knowing you snuck in some spinach. Cue the evil-veggie-sneaking-parent laugh! Bwwooo-hahahahahaha! The one kitchen tool needed for this recipe besides a waffle iron is a good blender. I’m …[read more]

TL/DR – Beet Caprese Salad. It’s a delicious Caprese salad… with beets. Added nutrients, beautiful marriage of flavors. Done. – Until very recently, beets weren’t a big feature in my kitchen. But I had a revelation this week when I went off book at the …[read more]

This fizzy drink is refreshing any time of year. As the name Orange Spice Fizz suggests, it has a gingery bite that is not too overwhelming paired with fresh orange juice. Turmeric also figures in, but is not detectable. Turmeric is helpful for sore joints. …[read more]

TL/DR – Oregano Olive Tapenade. 6 ingredients, small food processor. Magic. Great as an appetizer, pizza sauce alternative, or a sandwich spread. Olives are salty and kind of bitter, but they also have all of that fat that makes them buttery and gives them a …[read more]

Naan pizzas are one of the most versatile things to make for an easy dinner. Olive Tapenade Naan Pizzas riff on a delicious appetizer with the addition of fresh oregano and garlic. I love fresh mozzarella and grape tomatoes on this version, but most any …[read more]

Ginger Lime Fizz is just about the most refreshing thing you could have ice-cold on a hot day. It’s a mocktail that easily mimics beer, so try it on ice or on its own in a pint glass. It’s a lot like ginger beer, but …[read more]

TL/DR – Jicama Pineapple Salad. A crunchy, tart, sweet and slightly spicy side salad perfect to serve with tacos. Easy to make and can be made a day ahead to save time. – Jicama! It’s crunchy, a little starchy, satisfying, light, and works well with …[read more]