Almond Veggie Burgers (vegan)

I salivate over raw chocolate fudge and dream of kale salads but get excited about burgers? Not likely. That is until I tried this little beauty. It’s tough to describe the unique flavor profile, but you’re going to want to experience this je ne sais quoi for yourselves. Trust me. Each bite oozes healthy, tasty,…

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Herbed Quinoa and Pomegranate Salad

After taking the first bite, I was blown away by this flavor-blasted quinoa dish. Fluffy quinoa is tossed with fresh herbs, crunchy almonds, chewy cranberries, and salty olives. The heavenly mixture is then tossed with lemony dressing and finished with all those juicy pomegranate arils. Top of the world. And don’t get me started on…

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Spicy Maple Almonds

All aboard the luxury almond train, friends. You’re gonna love it. It is getting real close to that time of year when you are pretty much guaranteed to be invited to someone’s house.  Whether for a dinner party, brunch or just casual drinks with friends, you’re probably going to need to bring some food somewhere.…

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies

I am elated to uncover this recipe. They’re sweet, and chewy, and nutty, and chocolatey, and they taste remarkably like real brownies, no joke. In short, each perfect bite is super indulgent satisfaction in your mouth, and I’m obsessed. You will be too… And as far as easy recipes go, this one’s a total winner.…

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Strawberry Arugula Salad with Lemon Roasted Chickpeas

Salad is always my summer obsession. Variety isn’t just the spice of life, it will also keep you from falling into a food rut. People often tell me that they love salad but get bored with the same old version they always make. When you get bored of garden salads, this salad has it all. …

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Key Lime Coconut Bites

Let the summer dessert frenzy commence! Talk about having your cake and eating it too, these raw key lime bites are yummy.  Raw desserts are an awesome way to get your dessert fix without consuming processed sugars. They’re fresh, crisp and energizing! Once you have your first taste of raw desserts, you may never go…

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Potato Salad with Arugula, Red Onions & Almonds

Potato salad is a “goes-with-everything” summer dish. Yet, the classic versions of potato salad can easily derail your diet with extra calories and fat. I love this mayo-free version that is made fun and unique with the addition of arugula. Arugula offers twice as much fiber as other greens, and it’s packed with disease-fighting antioxidants,…

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Lemon Bars (raw + vegan)

There is hardly a more fitting dessert for spring than lemon bars. Add in that it’s raw, vegan and healthy, and you’ve got yourself a winner! Both tart and tasty, these melt-in-your-mouth bars can be prepared in less than ten minutes with ingredients you likely already have in your home. They are the perfect pick-me-up for an…

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Holiday Granola

This year, I chose to give the gift of holiday granola to the many people that I adore. Why granola? Well, first of all, why not? slightly sweet + crunchy + coconut =  good enough to eat plain by the handful. you get me. And may I make a gentle suggestion? If you are able…

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Blueberry Basil Salad

Blueberry Basil Salad with Goat Cheese + Almonds Recipe 6 cups mixed greens 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries 1/2 cup minced fresh basil 1/3 cup chopped raw almonds 1/3 cup crumbled goat cheese (optional) for the dressing {whisk together}: 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1 clove garlic, minced 1-2…

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