This mixed green salad features two of my favorite ingredients – apples and blueberries. It’s a great combination that’s both flavorful and nutritious. As part of a heart-healthy diet, this one salad goes a long way in providing a whole host of ingredients with high nutrient content. Whether it’s dark leafy greens, or a handful […]
Our Whole Wheat Carrot Muffins are full of heart-healthy ingredients — along with whole wheat flour, walnuts, and canola oil, we add one cup of grated carrots for extra moisture. These little powerhouses are great for a quick breakfast on-the-go or an afternoon snack with a cup of hot tea. They’re low in sugar but […]
I’m not sure if there’s such a thing as a quick and healthy lunch, but if you have a food processor, this Fettuccine with Spinach Pesto comes pretty close. Our pesto has all the vitamins and antioxidants you would expect from spinach with the added bonus of extra virgin olive oil and walnuts. And because […]
This blackberry orange quick bread is so good it can almost double as a dessert. As the name suggests, quick breads come together quickly, and take about an hour or so to bake. Many recipes suggest storing them overnight before slicing, however, I’ve never made one that’s lasted through the night, so I can’t attest […]
This vintage sweet potato recipe came from my husband’s aunt, and we’ve had it for more years than I can remember. I make it every Thanksgiving and Christmas, and it’s one of our favorites. I’ve made a couple of adaptions, but it’s a recipe that I think can stand the test of time. In fact, […]
Try this blueberry and flaxseed smoothie the next time you’re looking for a quick breakfast or just a healthy snack. I like to use frozen berries for a thick, cool drink. This eliminates the need for ice, which can weaken the flavor. Raspberries can be swapped out for blueberries, or you can try using a […]
Making granola takes a little bit of time, but the results are well worth it. You don’t have to worry about artificial flavors, high fructose corn syrup, or any other additives. I use pure maple syrup to sweeten this granola. Nuts are packed with a wide range of essential nutrients, and I’ve chosen some of our favorites. […]
We’ve taken a different approach to our Caesar salad. Unlike the traditional version of this recipe, we opted to make our dressing egg and anchovy-free. With olive oil, rice vinegar, and a little bit of mayonnaise, this light and creamy emulsion is perfect for dressing romaine lettuce. Even without the anchovies, we still have the […]
For this salad, we use romaine lettuce and radicchio, which is a variety of leaf-chicory. The leaves are dark red, almost purple, with white veins. At a glance, it resembles a small head of red cabbage, but once you know what you’re looking for, it’s easy to find in the produce section of your grocery […]
Combined with dark leafy greens, strawberries make a great tasting salad. They’re sweet and flavorful and taste delicious when paired with ripe avocados and crunchy walnuts. This salad is also a powerhouse of nutrients. It’s rich in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, protein, and fiber. Strawberries, for example, have more vitamin C than an orange, while heart-healthy […]
