Fiber~ So Important for you!!

Fiber is categorized as soluble and insoluble based on its general physiological effects. Both types of fiber are very important for overall health. Fiber has a positive effect on blood sugar and insulin and can also be important in preventing cancer.  Fiber is also important for the digestive system. Soluble fiber dissolves in water and is found in fruits and vegetables it is typically referred … Continue reading Fiber~ So Important for you!!

Quinoa with Secret Pesto and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

1/2 cup (packed) sun-dried tomatoes ** Instead of sun-dried tomatoes I use organic fresh cherry tomatoes and slice in half 2 cups chopped fresh basil 1/2 cup hemp seeds 2/3 olive oil 1 tsp nutritional yeast (optional) 3/4 teaspoon sea salt 1 tablespoon minced garlic 4 cups cooked quinoa 2 cups baby spinach cut into extra thin slices If using sun dried tomatoes soak in … Continue reading Quinoa with Secret Pesto and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Butter Lettuce and Green Pea Salad

1 Cup fresh or frozen peas 1 medium head butter lettuce, torn into 1 to 2 inch pieces 2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges 2 medium Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced 1 medium yellow sweet pepper, cut into 1-inch stripes 1/2 cup Cilantro-Cashew Dressing (recipe below) 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions 1 Tbsp. finely snipped fresh cilantro If you are lucky to live in an … Continue reading Butter Lettuce and Green Pea Salad

Creamy Sweet Potato and Vegetable Stew

  Ingredients: 1 large sweet potato, cut into 1 1/2 inch slices 2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2 inch slices 2 cups cauliflower florets 2 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch slices 1 cup red sweet pepper strips 4 oz. green beans, trimmed 1/3 cup chopped onion 1 Tbsp. thyme 1 bay leaf 2 cloves garlic, minced sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste … Continue reading Creamy Sweet Potato and Vegetable Stew

Cauliflower Curry with Organic Asparagus and Free-Range Chicken

1 Head of cauliflower 1 tablespoon of unrefined coconut oil 2 cups cooked organic free-range chicken shredded 10 stalks of asparagus, cut into bite size pieces 3/4 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh ginger. I usually put more in 3/4 cup bone broth or vegetable  broth 3/4 cup full fat coconut … Continue reading Cauliflower Curry with Organic Asparagus and Free-Range Chicken

Kale and Black-Eyed Pea Stew

1 Tablespoon Coconut oil (unrefined) 2 cups white or yellow  organic onion, diced 6 garlic cloves, minced 3 stalks of organic celery. diced 1 organic red pepper, diced 2 organic carrots, diced 1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves 1/2 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves 1/4 teaspoon chipotle powder 1 tablespoon paprika 3 cups vegetable broth 3 cups water 2 tablespoon wakame flakes, in small pieces. They expand … Continue reading Kale and Black-Eyed Pea Stew