Posts Tagged ‘winter’
Buffalo Chickpea Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
This meal is thanks to my slight obsession with buffalo sauce. These buffalo chickpea stuffed sweet potatoes are the perfect combination of sweet, tangy and spicy. They make for an easy option for a hearty meal during the week, and you can even prep ahead by baking your sweet potatoes in advance and reheating as…
Read MoreThai Noodles with Peanut Sauce
Well, it’s still winter. This beauty, like most of my favorite recipes, was born from the need to clean-out-the-fridge so that I didn’t need to leave my house on a frigid afternoon to push a grocery cart through slush. And I must admit this version of Thai noodles far exceeded my expectations on their own,…
Read More3 Winning Super Bowl Recipes!
Even if you hate football (no judgment, obviously), I feel like pretty much everyone can get on board with a good Super Bowl get together. The Super Bowl is probably the greatest eating day of the year aside from Thanksgiving, and one can never have too many recipe ideas for the occasion. My specialty here…
Read MoreArugula Orange Winter Salad
One last recipe for your holiday spread! The combination of tart-sweet pomegranate and clementines, peppery arugula, crispy red onion, and crunchy toasted almonds is heavenly, and the slightly tangy taste of fresh goat cheese adds the perfect finishing touch to this bright, fancy salad. All of these flavors are subtly enhanced with a dressing of…
Read MoreOrange, Avocado and Kale Quinoa Salad
So. Many. Good. Things. Not a lot of people realize this, but winter is actually an amazing time for salads. Just because it’s cold outside doesn’t mean you don’t have access to excellent, fresh produce. In fact, things like citrus, kale, and root vegetables are at their best from December to March. Plus, there’s usually…
Read MoreCinnamon Maple Caramel Popcorn
Just a heads up, it is very easy to crush a batch of this in one sitting. But don’t worry, friends! The most glorious thing about this popcorn is that it’s actually good for you. Instead of chemical flavorings or artery-clogging butter, this popcorn is dressed with just a few tablespoons of heart-healthy almond butter,…
Read MoreCozy Chickpea Zoodle Soup
Hello and welcome to winter. Need a bowl of soup? Pull up a chair. I’ve got the perfect soup to whip up when you need something healthy and satisfying on the table fast. It’s so good and earned itself a spot on next week’s meal plan. Probably the week after. And the one after that……
Read MoreCreamy Chickpea Chowder
I panic at the thought of soup season coming to a close. Before it officially ends, I strongly encourage you to try this one. I mean, who doesn’t love a big steamy bowl of creamy, salty, sweet, chunky chowder? To be honest, I don’t even care what temperature it might be outside, I could eat…
Read MoreA Winter Detox Smoothie
This smoothie is simultaneously cleansing & hydrating. I love to drink smoothies year round, but if you tend to think of them as a warm weather beverage, this winter number is about to change your mind. Sweet, refreshing and satisfying, drinking this breakfast delight is like a vacation for your taste buds. Banana and blueberries are…
Read MoreHearty Mushroom Lentil Bolognese
I promise you won’t miss the meat in this sauce. I know some of you might be hyperventilating at just the mere thought of a meatless pasta sauce. But yes, I went there. This recipe uses mushrooms and lentils for a high fiber immune-boosting twist. It’s an easy to make and super delicious plant-based dinner that…
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