Eating Well
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Mushroom Lentil Wraps
With winter behind us and spring in the air, it’s the perfect time to begin incorporating lighter meals with fresh garden veggies. These savory wraps are light and delicious. You will find them equally satisfying as an appetizer or even an entree. The fresh dill and za’atar spiced cauliflower send these fresh lettuce wraps over the top by adding a burst of Middle Eastern flavor. If you’re not much of a mushroom lover, you may enjoy our Mediterranean Lettuce Wraps with za’atar spiced cauliflower INGREDIENTS Makes 2 servings 6 large romaine leaves (or 12 small) FILLING 1 ½ cup cooked…
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Quinoa Lettuce Wraps with Spicy Chickpeas
Quinoa Lettuce Wraps are the perfect raw-cooked fusion meal to enjoy throughout the spring season. Just about any combination of raw veggies along with a few legumes and/or whole grain will do. However, with a bit of fresh herb and some spice, you can create outrageously tasty lettuce wraps like this recipe with raw cucumber, tomato, green onion, and basil. An exquisite array of textures and flavors to please any palate. This light and refreshing plant-powered meal is gluten free, easy to prepare and will make an excellent springtime lunch. FILLING INGREDIENTS Makes 2 servings 6 large romaine leaves 2…
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Vegetable Pho with Fresh Greens
Warm yourself up with the amazing flavors of Pho and enjoy the aroma of this dish while it’s cooking in your kitchen. There’s something special about the smell of fresh broth simmering on a cold day. Bursting with fresh and savory flavors, this Vietnamese-style meal makes use of healthy ingredients including fresh herbs, crisp bean sprouts and greens. Pho is considered more like a meal than a soup so think of it as your entree. Just serve along with fresh pressed juice and a leafy green salad and you will have yourself a light and delicious raw-cooked fusion meal. Of…
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Arugula and Sweet Potato Salad with Sweet Balsamic Dressing
This bowl of goodness is almost a meal in itself and definitely a great way to deliver a dose of healthy raw greens to the body. The sweet potatoes add density and a perfect compliment to the bold flavors of arugula and sharp zest of the balsamic vinegar. This meal will hit all the high notes on your palate and leave you completely satisfied. It’s quick and simple to make, especially if you prepare ahead and have the dressing and steamed sweet potatoes waiting in the fridge. Note: a touch of crumbled cashew cheese would send this salad over the…
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4 Healthy Detox Shots to Drink on the Regular
There’s something about waking up on a weekend morning and putting together a big ol glasses of healthy stuff. I mean, you can mix all kinds of things together. Hell, even if it tastes like dirt I like it. Why? Because it’s just something I get enjoyment out of—I know I’m pumping good into me. It’s not something I do everyday, and it’s not an obsession. I genuinely just like doing it. And when I don’t have time to make one, I even love walking down the street to buy it. Simple things. Simple things… To give credit where credit…
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Raw Chocolate Raspberry Ice Cream Cake
Looking for something healthy to replace the traditional box of chocolates for Valentine’s Day this year? Here is a 5 ingredient fruit-based dessert to enjoy after a quiet romantic Valentine’s Day dinner. The base is made with a blend of frozen bananas, raw cacao powder, cashews, and a few dates with a simple raspberry sauce to drizzle over top. Garnish with fresh raspberries and a bit of dried coconut flakes. A healthy and sexy whole food dessert to share this Valentine’s Day while eliminating any negative impact on your fitness training. Ingredients Makes 4 servings 7 frozen bananas (with brown…
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Indian-Spiced Lentils with Seasoned Quinoa
INDIAN-SPICED LENTILS with SEASONED QUINOA Mix up your dinner repertoire with this spicy quinoa and lentil dish. As a seed with a grain-like texture, quinoa is a healthy staple ingredient for those avoiding gluten in their diets. This Indian-inspired meal is light yet satisfying but also has the nutrition and depth of flavor that speaks to the season. Lentils and quinoa are a match made in heaven, so you can’t go wrong this hearty dish that is full of aromatic spices. INDIAN-SPICED LENTILS Ingredients Makes 2 servings 32 ounce crushed tomatoes 1/2 cup diced carrot 1/2 cup diced onion 1…
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Ginger-Sage Butternut Squash Soup with Fresh Autumn Salad
GINGER-SAGE BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP with FRESH AUTUMN SALAD During the fall season, there is nothing as comforting as a bowl of warm butternut squash soup. This dairy-free bowl of nourishment is puréed to a velvety creaminess that rivals any popular cream soup. It’s bright, vibrant color will definitely ward off those nasty pre-winter blues. Serve with Fresh Autumn Salad and you have yourself a hearty and satisfying meal for lunch or a light dinner. Ingredients 4 cups water 1 small butternut squash, peeled and chopped (or 2 cups purée) 1 apple, cored and chopped 2 carrots, chopped 3 celery, chopped…
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DIY: RAW ALMOND MILK
RAW ALMOND MILK Makes about 8 servings (4 oz) 1 cup almonds 4 cups water 2 dates Instructions 1. Soak the almonds in 2 cups filtered water overnight or for at least 8 hours. (If you are not ready to make your almond milk after 8 hours of soaking, rinse almonds, refill with fresh filtered water, place bowl in fridge for up to 2 days). Soaking allows the almonds to take in water and expand, releasing enzyme inhibitors and phytic acid in the process, while making the nutrients in the almond more absorbable. 2. Pour almonds into a strainer and…
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GREEN MOJO Detox Juice
During a juice cleanse you are giving your body permission to take a break. Allowing your body to take a break from hard-to-digest foods, gives it a chance to rest, repair, and rejuvenate. Kickstart your health with this refreshing, vitamin-filled green juice. A break from eating solid food, with the addition of this nutrient-dense elixir, and you will have your mojo invigorated in no time. GREEN MOJO 1 large cucumber 2 green apples 2-3 kale leaves 1/2 lemon, without peel 6-8 fresh mint leaves Process vegetables through a masticating juicer according to manufacturer’s instructions. Best if consumed immediately after blending,…
