What are the holidays without a sweet scrumptious pie? For a healthier option to traditional favorites, try this grain-free, no-sugar-added, very berry pie from Barbara Rogers’s It’s a No Grainer (have you bought the cookbook yet?). We recommend topping with SO Delicious dairy-free, no-sugar-added vanilla bean ice cream. Double YUM! Crust Ingredients: Filling Ingredients: Directions:
Toasting the season with a warm, aromatic mug of wassail is a tradition as old as time. The boozy beverage dates back to the Middle Ages and comes from the Old English saying wes hál meaning “be in good health.” However, most wassail recipes are far from healthy, with brandy or sherry and brown sugar… Read more »
Diane Kochilas is a daughter of Ikaria, Greece, a Blue Zones region where people often live past 100. Her cookbook, The Ikaria Way, is filled with easy plant-based contemporary recipes rooted in her Ikarian heritage, steeped in ancient culinary traditions and employing the most prized ingredients of her region: herbs, olive oil, nuts, honey, legumes… Read more »
Pumpkin-everything season is here! Skip the sugary syrups and satisfy that cool fall craving with this healthier option from Rogers’s It’s A No Grainer. Featuring hemp seeds, a powerful super food packed with proteins, essential fats, vitamins and enzymes, combined with seasonal spices and a touch of honey, this dairy-free smoothie will start your day… Read more »
My husband and I are both Italian. Back in the day, we sat around the big family table eating endless plates of homemade raviolis before the main course even arrived. Those wonderful memories feel so warm, you can almost taste them! These days, most in our family favor healthier options – smaller portions, healthy oils… Read more »
Are you ready to start the New Year off fresh, clean and balanced? Because digestive health is the basis for whole body health, it’s worthwhile to utilize juice fasting protocols and herbs that cleanse each part of your digestive tract. At one point or another, repairing your digestive health will be the only way for… Read more »
This time of year we should consume plenty of warm comforting foods and liquids as Dr. Sheppard recommends in “The Tao of Winter” (p.11). Ensuring those foods nourish us is also key to maintaining strong immunity. This light and zesty soup is just what the doctor ordered! Snuggle up and enjoy with family and friends… Read more »
Need something simple to throw together for a holiday party? These guiltless little pleasures take less than 15 minutes and are sure to steal the show at any holiday gathering. Rogers’ raw “brownie” bites are gluten-free, naturally sweetened and sprinkled with unsweetened coconut flakes to add that seasonal sentiment. Makes 20-24 tasty morsels. Ingredients Directions… Read more »
This vegan delicacy, made with mushrooms disguised as scallops, will surprise and delight! It is easy to make at home or visit Wildest Restaurant + Bar where Chef Trilby will gladly prepare her gourmet version for you. Ingredients 1/2 pound king oyster mushroom cut into scallop shaped rings and caps. Specialty mushrooms are available from… Read more »
This colorful, cool salad is refreshingly satisfying. Bold flavors and bright in-season vegetables bring this dish to life. Scoop onto romaine hearts for the perfect pool party app, or enjoy as a nutritious bowl on a warm summer day. Ingredients: Combine the tomatoes, cilantro, oregano, oil, vinegar, light salt and pepper in a salad bowl.… Read more »
From one of our favorite books, It’s A No Grainer (Jan/Feb 2023), this grain-free, low-carb bread is a tasty and satisfying alternative. Great as an appetizer to dip in marinara or as a simple side dish. Makes 10-12 servings. Ingredients: Preheat oven to 375ºF. Rinse cauliflower, remove outer leaves and separate into florets with a… Read more »
This tasty loaf delivers three times the nutrition with Apples, Bananas and Carrots at its core. Enjoy with your morning coffee for a deliciously healthy start to your day! Ingredients: (Makes 10-12 servings) Directions:
Another exceptional serving from It’s a No Grainer, these unique bite-size apps combine the flavors of Italy – fresh buffalo mozzarella, heirloom tomatoes and fresh basil – with lean ground turkey for a game winning touchdown. Ingredients: (Makes 16 meatballs) • Marinara sauce for dipping Directions: Tips: May be cooked in two batches if pan… Read more »
You’re invited to a holiday gathering and want to bring an easy awe-inspiring appetizer. You know most offerings will be more decadent than diet-conscious and are trying to stay on track through this busy social season. It’s time to get creative! If you can dream up a holiday scene, you can build it with fruits… Read more »
This simple treat from Young on Raw Food’s Mimi Kirk is a satisfying alternative to sugary, high-carb holiday pies. No cooking and easy prep makes these four-inch delights perfect in a pinch and enjoyed as a single serving or shared with a friend. The crust: • ½ cup raw almonds • ½ cup Medjool dates… Read more »
My husband and I both grew up with warm memories of our Italian roots and most of them revolved around food. Even though we now enjoy a low-carb, gluten-free lifestyle, we have found many satisfying substitutes to keep those traditions alive. Experimenting is half the fun; eating is the other! When it comes to pasta,… Read more »
These cool and crunchy wraps are the perfect “negative calorie” dish for hot summer days. Made with cucumber, mango, cabbage, bell peppers and fresh herbs, they are packed with flavor. Add a touch of jalapeño for spice and a little metabolic kick! Servings: 4 Prep/Total Time: 15 mins Ingredients: ½ large cucumber, split lengthwise, seeded,… Read more »
These healthy breakfast egg muffins are easy, low carb and great for meal prep. Best part is they are gluten, dairy and grain-free. Perfect for just about any nutritional lifestyle! Makes 12 Ingredients: 9 eggs (or egg substitutes) 1 tablespoon oil (olive, avocado or coconut) 1 clove garlic, finely chopped or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder… Read more »
These No-Bake Strawberry Coconut Bliss Bites are loaded with dried strawberries, almonds, dates, and coconut for an easy, bite-sized and naturally sweetened snack. They are gluten free, vegan and contain no extra sugar! Prep/Total time: 15 mins Ingredients: 1.2 ounce bag freeze dried organic strawberries 1 cup almonds ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut 1 cup… Read more »
The sweet smell of cinnamon and sugar can bring back fond memories of grandma’s kitchen, especially this time of year. But too many of her holiday treats can leave you stuffed as a stocking and sleepy as a sugar plum fairy. If baking is on your Christmas list, why not consider natural sweeteners that taste… Read more »
