Bitty Beet Side Salad

Here is a great recipe for an ‘Itty Bitty’ side salad.  This dish pairs well with any fish- I enjoy this salad with my parchment baked halibut fillets. Ingredients 3 Tbsp. olive oil 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar 1/4 cup agave nectar 2 cups green beans, cooked whole 1 zucchini, sliced 2 fresh beets, chopped … Continued

Agave Zest RAW Brownies

This Raw Brownie recipe is one of my favorites and I have been using it for years to bring to all of my friend’s BBQ’s and dinner parties…so here it is…the long awaited recipe for my special raw brownies. My special brownies are no longer a secret, ladies and gents…enjoy! Ingredients 1/4 cup carob powder … Continued

Nifty Nut Butter Wrap

This is one of my clients’ favorite Go-To Snacks!  Bananas are not just a good source of B vitamins, they are low in sodium and contain Vitamin C and A as well as high levels of Iron and Potassium.  The natural fiber in bananas also contributes to numerous health benefits.  For instance, bananas contain Trypophan, … Continued

Spinach with Pine Nuts and Cranberries

This is a perfect side dish to bring to your Summer BBQ…The sweet combination of fresh mango, dried cranberries,  spinach and agave nectar  will be the hit of the party! Ingredients 2 cups cooked spinach 4 tsp. pine nuts 1/3 cup dried cranberries 1 mango, peeled and chopped 2 Tbsp. orange zest 1/4 tsp. Nu-Salt 2 Tbsp. … Continued

Meat-less 'Meat' Loaf

Since the recent June weather here in Manhattan has been anything but sunny and warm these past few weeks, I’ve decided to be productive on the rainy evenings and keep myself busy in my tiny Manhattan kitchen- stirring up some healthy and delicious ‘comfort-food’ recipes for my dinners.  Last night, I decided to experiment by making a vegetarian ‘meat-less’ … Continued

Overnight Oats

A delicious way to enjoy your morning oatmeal- keep in the fridge overnight and wake up to a surprise! This recipe is wonderful if you are short on time in the mornings since you can prepare it the evening before. Ingredients (Prepare the night before, combine in a bowl and set in fridge overnight) 1/2 … Continued

Great Grains

Move over pasta, hit the road potatoes! Make room for my Great Grains- they’ll not only add new flavors to your meal, but will provide you with fiber, as well. Say good bye to boring white rice, potatoes, and pasta.  Give the bye-bye to “white” starches and welcome in couscous, bulgur wheat, brown/wild rice, quinoa and barley.  These … Continued