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  On days when I need a portable lunch option and I’m not in the mood for a smoothie (check out a smoothie roundup here), I usually pack some raw wraps. This PB&J wrap has been a favorite recently. It’s salty, sweet, and tastes delicious! You can pair them with some fruit to round out a full lunch. […]

 I was excited to see that watermelons are still hanging around at the grocery store. They are super tasty when paired with some hydrating cucumber and zesty lime. This simple juice is not only tasty and hydrating, but it’s also packed with numerous health benefits, including: beta carotene & lycopene which help to combat the damaging […]

 Summer is a great time of year- beautiful weather, brightly colored clothing, and tasty, affordable produce.  One of my favorite veggies in late summer are fresh tomatoes, highlighted in today’s easy tomato soup recipe. You can make this vegan soup with fresh tomatoes or, if none are available, you can use canned. The Vegan Parmesan Cheese is something […]

 If you haven’t jumped on the beet bandwagon yet, my advice to you is to get on it!!! They are delicious on their own, but paired with crispy kale, buttery avocado, and Creamy Tahini Dressing they are perfection!! Start with a giant bowl of freshly chopped kale.  Next, pour on this heavenly delicious Creamy Tahini Dressing. […]

 I’m finishing out Smoothie Week with my favorite detox green smoothie recipe. It may be because of an allergy or a taste preference, but some people prefer their green smoothie without banana, which can sometimes be hard to come by in the green smoothie recipe realm. Today’s post is just that- a green smoothie without banana! Pear helps […]

 When I created this recipe, I had a ton of blood oranges (I got a great deal on them at a local market). We’ve passed blood orange season, but this recipe will be just as good using regular oranges, clementines, tangerines, or whatever is available. To make this smoothie into a meal replacement option, I […]

 It looks like it’s going to be smoothie week! Personally, nothing makes me want a smoothie more than a summer morning.  Today’s hydrating green smoothie can be a refreshing start to your day or snack later in the afternoon. If you don’t have any coconut water on hand, feel free to swap for filtered water or unsweetened almond […]

Monday’s back, so why not take on the week with some gusto? Maca powder has become one of my favorite smoothie ingredients. It’s a Peruvian root that you can buy at some grocery stores (Wegman’s, Whole Foods) or order online. (It’s expensive, but lasts for a long time.) The root is thought to have many benefits which include increased […]

Skin tightening benefits without an expensive price tag (or hours of sleep)? Count me in  (although I do wish I could get a little more sleep). Blackberries are not only packed with cancer-preventing antioxidants, they also help to improve skin elasticity as well as increase brain clarity. Start you morning with this juice and skip the over-priced […]

  I recently picked up a popsicle mold and knew I wanted to make fresh, healthy, and light fruit pops. I also knew I wanted to make some patriotic treats for the weekend. These healthy, light Patriotic Berry Popsicles are easy to prepare in under twenty minutes. Once you mix up the liquid, you pour into a popsicle […]

 I’m having a recipe countdown to the Fourth of July this week; yesterday I had quinoa and today we’re having detox lemonade. I usually stay away from lemonade at parties or in restaurants due to the high sugar content. I still love the stuff though. Can we drink it without the guilt? Yes! This metabolism-boosting drink […]

Fourth of July weekend is almost here! If you’re trying to figure out what to make, I have a few great options coming up on the blog this week. This detox Berry Quinoa Salad with Almond Butter Dressing is not only the perfect color for the upcoming holiday, it’s also delicious and easily portable to take […]

Carrot cake that leaves you revitalized and refreshed rather than in a sugar coma? Count me in! Also count me in because this sweet juice is high in beta-carotene. Beta-carotene has powerful anti-aging properties and protects us from free radical damage. Plus, with it’s yummy taste and lovely color, it’s the perfect starter juice for beginners. Whether […]

Are you a hot sauce lover? I used to be intimated by the stuff, but I’ve found that the more hot sauce I use, the less spicy it seems to be. This may be why I go through a bottle of Frank’s Red Hot every two weeks. Sriracha, Frank’s spicier, saucier cousin, is also a favorite (and apparently […]

 They may be difficult to crack, but coconuts are worth the trouble for their numerous health benefits. While coconut meat is high in saturated fat, the fat is composed of medium-chain fatty acids, which are more quickly broken down than long-chain fatty acids, and are actually thought to help lower cholesterol. The meat is also […]

 I’ve been a chana masala lover for a few years. While probably not the same as the traditional dish, Wegman’s (a local grocery store) has some seriously good chana masala. Their chana masala, piled over a little bit of brown rice and a ton of fresh spinach is pure bliss. My Wegman’s chana habit changed […]

Today, I’m offering up three detox green juice recipes. They’re each a yummy, healthy way to start your day. Plus, if you’re looking to reduce your coffee intake (which is a good idea if detoxing), fresh juice is an awesome drink to supplement. You’ll get incredible energy from the fresh nutrients you’re drinking and won’t miss any […]

A juice that fights aging, helps with hair and nail growth, and improves skin tone? Sign me up. Carrots are nutritional powerhouses containing vital nutrients that leave your skin looking radiant, not to mention they happen to be very tasty in juice form. Pair with vitamin C-rich clementine and you have yourself a delicious beauty cocktail rivaling your […]

This juice is one of the best post-wakeup hydrators and energizers. Swap out your morning coffee with this juice and you’ll have sustained all-day energy, rather than the spike/crash effects from coffee. I typically prep the fresh ingredients the night before and make this in the morning, or, if I’m pressed for time in the […]

This coming weekend marks the unofficial start to the summer (YESSSS). Why not kick off the season with some tasty morning juices?! This spicy and tart Morning Jumpstart Grapefruit Juice has a strong kick to it, but oddly enough is one of my favorite juices to wake up to in the morning. Both grapefruit and […]