Quinoa Salad with Black Kale and Pomegranate Seeds

You are going to LOVE this superfoods rich salad. With black kale, red organic grapes, pomegranate seeds, avocado,  pumpkin seeds and quinoa, this salad is packed with nutrients and rich in flavor and texture. The grapefruit basil dressing beautifully highlights the complex flavor profile of this salad. This salad is a complete and balanced meal, with a fair amount of protein, perfect as a vegan … [Read more...]

Spinach and Zucchini Quiche

Quiche is a staple food in our family and I love coming up with all sorts of variations to this simple, tasty and healthy meal. This spinach and zucchini quiche is a favorite with my girls, and a fantastic way to get your little ones to eat their greens. Spinach and zucchini blend beautifully and are generally tolerated by children of all ages.  Add a little fresh garlic and some fresh mozzarella … [Read more...]

Kale and Lentil Salad in Curry Vinaigrette

There is something about Kale and curry that I find simply irresistible...  It truly is like a match made in heaven! This kale salad is super simple to make yet divinely flavorful and filled with healthy nutrients that will make you feel great.  Kale is a fabulous source of plant based protein, rich in iron and antioxidants, vitamins A, C and K, as well as calcium.  As an added benefit Kale is … [Read more...]

Fall Favorite SuperFood – The Mighty Pumpkin

During a recent trip to Trader Joe's I found myself surrounded by dozens of pumpkin based products.  There was pumpkin bread, pumpkin muffins, pumpkin granola, pumpkin butter, pumpkin ice cream, pumpkin chai tea and even pumpkin coffee!  And of course I was greeted by those golden beauties on my way in, each one of them vying for my attention in the hopes of becoming my Jack-O-Lantern... Yes I … [Read more...]

Honey Sesame Bars with Cinnamon and Ginger

If you love sesame seeds then you are going to love these sweet and crunchy honey sesame bars with cinnamon and ginger! My husband has fallen in love with these delicious healthy snacks.  He goes on a two to three hour bike ride several times a week and has found they provide him with the best energy.  In his words: "these are the bomb!" Personally I just love the way they … [Read more...]

Spinach and Red Cabbage Salad

Spinach and red cabbage are two of my favorite superfoods.  A hint of curry in the dressing gives it a sultry flavor that's tantalizing. This is a simple salad that can be served as is for a tasty appetizer, or you can add some grilled organic free range chicken for a complete meal. Serves 4 Preparation: 10 Minutes Ingredients: 1 head fresh organic baby spinach, washed and … [Read more...]

Chocolate Covered Berries Smoothie

Do you love chocolate covered berries? Then you are going to love this delicious smoothie! It has become a family favorite for breakfast or snack time, and I hope you enjoy it as much as we do :-) Makes 1 smoothie Ingredients: 8 to 10 ounces chocolate almond milk 1 serving Protein Powder  - Vanilla Flavor 1 scoop Amazing Grass chocolate greens powder 1/2 cup mixed organic fresh or … [Read more...]