Zoodles with Classic Tomato Sauce

This one hits the spot. Pasta with tomatoes are what I grew up on, so this extra healthy variation is a sneaky way to feel the joy of comfort foods while still filling yourself up with tons of nutrients. It's best when you can pick the ingredients fresh from the garden, but this quick recipe …

Watermelon Daiquiri

Summer is all about enjoying life with a few friends and a few drinks. This easy recipe can be whipped up in seconds and enjoyed any time of day with or without alcohol (I got a few comments about that on my pina colada smoothie recipe) it just depends on how you enjoy it. Watermelons are …

Zucchini Blossom Quinoa

Summer is my favorite season because that's when the garden starts bumpin' with fresh flowers and tasty veggies - you just can't beat the taste and joy of running out the backdoor to snap a few leaves and fresh veggies for your brunch. Today the zucchinis where alive with the sound of tons of fresh …

Piña Colada

One of my favorite drinks in the world is the piña colada, I think it's because I'm such a huge pineapple fan. It's really important to make it with real ingredients though. When you make it fresh at home it's a power drink stocked with tons of good-for-you nutrients. If you buy the mix or …

Sea Salt & Sage Squash Fries

I love easy recipes, those are the ones you can adapt into your daily life even after a long day when you don't feel like thinking too hard about what to eat. Instead of grabbing your instant box of whatever, try this easy squash hack instead. Just chop you squash in half, scoop out any …

Black Cherry Crepes

I love the color on this old favorite and by making them with almond flour it's a healthier way to spend your Sunday brunch. Feel free to load these puppies up with fruits galore and maybe a little almond butter. 1 cup Plain Flour 1 + 1/2 cups of Almond Mill Pinch Salt 2 Tbs …

Kiwi Berry Smoothie

My newest berry obsession is the kiwi berry. It looks just like the big ones, but they are perfectly bite sized and instantly make your meal adorable. Check out this easy fruit smoothie you can whip up in minutes. Ingredients A carton of kiwi berries 1 container of coconut water 1/2 cup almonds   Directions …

Roasted Peaches

I love how fruits taste when you roast them, it's like the natural sugars caramelize and evolve into something new and exciting. Peaches have a very special place in my heart, but you could try this same recipe with many different fruits as well and I bet they'd all taste good. INGREDIENTS 4 yellow peaches, …

Brandied Mushroom Paté

Mushrooms are a miracle food. This recipe calls for porcini and portobello, but feel free to experiment with different variations. If you live near a big city with a large Asian population, you can find an incredible selection of exotic mushrooms at the local Asian market. You'll see things you've never even heard of that …

Strawberry Lime Agua Fresca

This is a super simple one that tastes amazing and adds a hint of tropical relaxation to your life, even if you only get to pretend for 10 minutes that you are on vacation. Coconut water is incredibly good for you and the lime and strawberries provide much-needed vitamin C to help keep your immune …