Boost Your Immune System

Whether it’s an office cubicle buddy coughing over your shoulder or the changing of seasons, we all need to keep our immune systems healthy.  Here are a few ways for you to be sure to keep you out of the doctors office and feeling great! Eat Healthy Fats and Healthy Foods Eat foods that boost … Continued

Tasty Tortillas

These babies are tasty enough to knock your little socks off, I just couldn’t get enough of them last night and after one bite, I was in tortilla heaven. I love experimenting in my tiny Manhattan kitchen with odds n’ ends that I have in my pantry. It keeps my meals exciting and my taste … Continued

Simple Bean Spread

Yes, this is another bean spread recipe.  As you all know…I love my beans not only for their delicious taste but because they are packed with fiber!  In this recipe, I used re-fried beans, which have a nice smooth consistency – perfect for a dip or a spread.   I enjoyed this bean spread with … Continued

Pumpkin Seed Crusted Tilapia

Last night, I made this quick and simple dinner of baked tilapia with pumpkin seed crust.  It takes just minutes to prepare and is quite delicious! Ingredients 2 Fresh Talapia filets 2 Tbsp. Organic Tomato Sauce 1/2 Red Onion, chopped 1/3 cup Pumpkin Seeds 1/4 cup Bran Crumbs 1/2 ripe Avocado, mashed Dash of NuSalt … Continued

Collard Wraps

Today for lunch, I packed my special Collard Wraps…they were the perfect way to kick off the 1st day of September.  Fresh, local veggies stuffed inside collards with a delicious and tangy dipping sauce…yum…is your mouth watering yet? Ingredients Collard Wraps: 6 Large Collard Green Leaves 2 Tbsp. Hummus (Any Flavor of Choice) 1 tsp. … Continued

Chilled Gazpacho Chili

This is a great dish for a warm August evening such as tonight…the next time you’re in the mood for the intense flavor and hearty taste of a chili but with a light, cool taste…be sure to whip up this refreshing gazpacho chili. Ingredients Protein of choice (Ground Turkey, Chicken, Bison, Tofu, Tempeh, Seitan, etc.) … Continued

A New Spin on Sweet Potatoes

Don’t wait until Thanksgiving to enjoy the delicious flavor and velvety texture of this root veggie.  Branch out from the traditional mashed potato side dish and enjoy this recipe atop a salad in lieu of dressing, as a dip for chips and pitas or as an accompaniment for sliced cold meats. I am always searching … Continued

Chipotle Bean Burgers n' Carrot Slaw

These are not your everyday burgers…my unique combination of crunchy slaw atop avocado and bean patties (with a touch of sweetness and a kick of spice) will have your taste buds dancing! Ingredients 1 can black beans, drained, rinsed and mashed 1/2 can kidney beans, drained, rinsed and mashed 1 avocado, peeled, cored and mashed … Continued

Grilled Tofu and Corn Salad

This is a wonderful cool, summertime salad that I love to make…the crunchiness of the peanuts and grapes add the perfect texture to this healthy meal. Ingredients Salad: 3 ears corn, husks and silks removed 1 block extra-firm tofu, drained, pressed and cubed 1/3 cup red onions, chopped 1 cup red grapes Large bed of … Continued

Dark Chocolate Avocado Muffins

These tasty muffins pack in a load of antioxidants from the dark chocolate as well as the creamy, rich taste of the avocado.  Avocado is considered the world’s healthiest fruit because  of its nutrient contents such as Vitamin K, dietary fiber, folic acid, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and copper.  Moreover, avocados provide us with ‘oleic … Continued