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A common challenge: Eating plant based on vacation... I've turned that into a fun opportunity rather than a challenge -
I look forward to finding and trying plant based friendly eateries everywhere we travel. Our family favorite in Chicago: Kale My Name! Our boys ask for it anytime we're headed to or through Chicago...
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DietIDdietitian That's awesome! I agree it's fun -- one resource I find particularly helpful is HappyCow -- you can look up vegan, vegetarian, veg-friendly restaurants, and natural food stores by area at...
If you can swing it, a food processor makes all the difference!
I am part of a family of 5 - 3 teen/pre-teen sons - it means we need large quantities for meals to feed everyone. We try to eat plant-based as much as possible - so as the boys got older, I investe...
Apple roses for Valentine’s Day!
My mom made these delicious apple roses with store bought puff pastry, apricot jam, and honey crisp apples. Super easy way to get fresh fruit into dessert!
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DianaO hey look delicious!
Demystifying Hummus
These are the only 4 ingredients you need to make fresh hummus. A blender, food processor, or immersion blender takes care of the rest! Most people also add salt to taste and a bit of olive oil for...
No time to cook dinner tonight! Here's what I made in 5 minutes flat.
A power bowl! I quickly sliced and sauteed half a green pepper, half a red pepper, and a half a red onion while filling the bowl with leftover quinoa, cherry tomatoes, leafy greens, and a blob of h...
3rd snow day in a row means we make lazy breakfast- uttapam!
This is a traditional South Indian rice and lentil pancake. The trick is the Indian store sells ready to use batter. Just add diced tomatoes, onions, chili, or coriander. My kids won’t eat onions i...
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DietIDdietitian Looks so good! How is uttapam different from dosa?
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reneeeats The batter is a little thicker, and when cooking, just pour the batter and don’t spread it.
Nuts are one of the most health-supporting foods you can choose!
Sugar or chocolate coated varieties don't count ;-)
Need veggie inspiration? Remember the 3-color rule!
Got some veggies in the crisper/freezer but not sure what to make? Think color -- choose 3 different color veggies for maximum nutrition, eye appeal, and flavor. Here I sauté gorgeous green asparag...
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DianaO I love the idea of a 3 color rule- I am going to adopt that!
When I’m craving sweets, I do this instead!
Pitted dates, a dollop of unsalted peanut butter, and a dash of cinnamon. The kids will eat these “date boats” for dessert too!