Have you ever had a persimmon smoothie?? This warmly-spiced winter smoothie made with persimmons, fresh ginger and coconut milk is the perfect indulgent treat or healthier dessert. First recipe post of 2017, the pressure is ON! Just kidding, I generally take a zenful Eckhart Tolle approach to writing these posts. Everything feels much more relaxing …
Happy New Year! It’s been a full year! Was it good for you? 2016 was a fantastic, action-packed year for me. It was a big year for travel, a big year of discovery and personal growth, and a solid year for the blog. I’m pretty psyched about the way things went, and am even more excited …
Happy Almost 2017! Anyone else here feel like the year zoomed right by like a pronghorn antelope slash gazelle-like creature? Cause I certainly do. But I’ll get more into that tomorrow, as I’ll be posting a little 2016 recap with all your favorite recipes from the year. For now, let’s chat about the holidays. Has your …
Quick and easy Leftover Turkey Stir Fry with broccoli, bell pepper, onion, ginger, garlic and leftover turkey from Thanksgiving or Christmas. A delightful way to use leftovers! Each year, I’m always bummed to see Christmas go. Like waving goodbye to your favorite uncle who was just visiting and must return home, back to reality. I …
Creamy, healthful eggnog overnight oatmeal made with homemade dairy-free, refined sugar-free eggnog for a festive, healthful breakfast. I’ve been having these fascinating thoughts lately. Like, what food would I serve my kids on Christmas morning. My kids, folks. If you know me at all, you know there is planet Julia, and then there is planet …
Superfood protein balls with a cranberry bliss twist, and an ultra healthful secret ingredient! …A festive holiday dessert or snack to share with friends and family. Oh hey! This is the first time in years I’ve posted a recipe at night, and I find it completely refreshing and utterly rebellious. Like taking a shower after …
Crispy, crunchy avocado toast made three ways with hearty winter vegetables for an all-things satisfying and healthy experience. This post is sponsored by Wholly Guacamole. It’s official: it’s winter. Sure, there are two days until the winter equinox, but there’s frost on the windshield, snow for the playing, fewer daylight hours, and a splash of …
Hoooowdy ho! How’re you holding up this holiday season? Mine has been pretty chill on account of my crowd avoidance skills, online shopping, and keeping calm with my yoga breaths. Meal planning this week will be particularly useful for me, since there will be lots of moving parts in planning my family’s holiday feast, lots …
Vibrant roasted winter vegetable bowls with black rice, roasted yams, turnips, carrots, beets, and warmly-spiced nutmeg tahini dressing. – A clean, nutrient-rich, filling meal perfect for weeknight meals and holiday entertaining. This post is sponsored by Love Beets. Hey-o! It’s the last big push before Christmas, how are we spending our weekend? Last-minute Christmas shopping …
A product review of Our Specialty’s Gluten-Free Fudge Brownies and Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies – tasty options for holiday gifts, entertaining, grab-and-go snacks, and everyday dessert! This post is sponsored by Our Specialty. If you’re an avid reader, you know I’m entirely defenseless against a good brownie or chocolate chip cookie. The two classic treats …
Chocolate Dipped Cardamom Orange Paleo Shortbread Cookies have unique flavor and are so easy to make! Grain-free, vegan, egg-free, dairy-free.
Greetings from rainy Reno! I’m writing this post while listening to the rain come down, and it’s such a relaxing, therapeutic sound. Plus, rain in Reno typically means snow in the mountains so I’m keeping my fingers crossed we get some fluffy powder for some adult play time. Weather in your neck of the woods? …
A classic holiday dessert made healthy using just three ingredients. This dairy-free, refined sugar-free treat is perfect for those with diet restrictions, and makes for a rich and decadent dessert. This post is sponsored by SunButter. Great news! It’s the return of the superfood fudge! If you read my Superfood Dark Chocolate Beet Fudge post …
Seasonal roasted vegetables with garlic-ginger glaze is a unique and flavorful side dish for any time of year. Perfect for sharing with family during holiday gatherings.
This week’s healthy vegetarian meal plan includes hearty, comforting winter-centric meals that are all packed with seasonal veggies with lots of health benefits! Print out the grocery list and get to shopping! Hey hey, heeeey! Have you recovered from Thanksgiving yet? I’m about one hot pilates class away from feeling good as new…just in time …