Author’s note: This is part 2 in our 6-week Plant-Based 101 series. (See Part 1: What is a Plant Based Diet? and Part 3: What No One Tells You About Protein) Are you thinking of eating a plant-based diet, or do you already eat this way? If so, congratulations! You’re taking an epic step for … [Read more...]
Surpisingly Addictive Butternut Squash Salad
This is a little embarrassing since I write a healthy food blog, but over the holidays I fell off the wagon a lot. I mean, I couldn't say no to my brother's from-scratch plum pudding (including seconds and thirds), the cakes and candies and chocolates everywhere, the late-night snacks that fueled … [Read more...]
What is a Plant-Based Diet?
Have you heard the term “plant-based diet,” but aren’t sure exactly what it means? (Hint: It’s not the same as being vegan.) Are you interested in trying a plant-based diet, but aren’t sure where to start? Or maybe you think eating plant-based is actually a little crazy, but still want to know … [Read more...]
11 Healthy Food Trends for 2016 (Plus 3 I’m Already Over)
I don't think anyone would accuse me of being fashion-forward, but when it comes to food? I love trying out trends! Not all of them, though—just the healthy ones. So I had a ton of fun sifting through 2016 food trend forecasts from around the web. In the end, I turned up 11 trends I think you might … [Read more...]
Skinny Cinnamon Roll Muffins
Move over, Cinnabon! There's a new game in town. Inspired by the insanely alluring smell Cinnabon pumped into every airport terminal I had to wait in during my Thanksgiving travels—which was a LOT—I came up with these delicious cinnamon roll muffins. With a sticky cinnamon-roll … [Read more...]
How to Eat 2 Pounds of Vegetables a Day – Holiday Style
Are you trying to eat more vegetables? You’re in the right place! Once a month I make it my mission to eat at least 2 pounds of vegetables in one day—and share the menu with you. I also tally up my veggies eaten to see if I reached my 2-pound goal. By popular demand, I also include nutrition … [Read more...]
Quinoa Loaf with Clove-Spiced Date Sauce
This moist and flavorful gluten-free quinoa loaf with a clove-spiced date sauce will be your new go-to recipe for the holidays! Festive and easy to prepare, it's the perfect partner for stuffing, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie. I've also included a make-ahead option, so you can spend … [Read more...]
5-Minute Pumpkin Hummus
I was putting together a Thanksgiving-themed menu for this month's upcoming 2-pounds-of-vegetables-a-day post (this is what I do with my spare time, LOL), when I had a brainwave for my mid-afternoon snack: pumpkin hummus! Sure enough, I'm not the first person to have thought of adding pumpkin to … [Read more...]
10 Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes (Low Fat, Vegan, and Gluten Free)
Are you a Forks Over Knives or Fuhrman Fan? Do you eat a low-fat, plant-based diet à la Dr. McDougall or Dr. Ornish? Then again, perhaps you just want to serve up a delicious Thanksgiving feast that delights and nourishes the people you love? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, … [Read more...]
Quick and Easy Chocolate Zucchini Breakfast Bake for One
Ready in 10 minutes, this gluten-free chocolate zucchini breakfast bake is my new favorite way to start the day! Moist and rich with a gooey chocolate center, it tastes completely decadent—but is secretly low-calorie and oh-so-healthy. Thanks to 100% whole grain flour, it's supercharged with … [Read more...]
I'm Lee, an RD thriving on a healthy plant based diet.