This is a recipe that is one of our weeknight go-to’s (in fact it was last night’s!). Beans and rice are a staple around the world because they are inexpensive, fast, and full of nutrition. To boost the nutrition, we stir fresh greens to any recipe at the very end. This maximizes nutritional absorption. Eating…
Mexican Quinoa Salad
This quinoa salad kicks up the heat and is packed with protein, fiber, and lots of micronutrients! Add in the greens, and you’ll add in additional fiber, protein, and calcium. I always try to get those greens in! One tip, I presoak my quinoa, as I find it cooks better, is easier to digest, and…
Holy Guacamole!
I love avocados. I mean-I could slather them on just about anything! Some may be guac purists, others love their guac with extra chunk and flavors. I love the extras! What’s better than guac and some fresh veggies from the garden?! Bring it on! I’ll add in fresh herbs like chives (garlic or traditional) or…
Rainbow Rice Salad
I wanted to create a colorful rice salad to go along with some black bean tacos I was making. This salad is flavorful and beautiful! It packs in the antioxidants too! Red peppers, mangoes, carrots, and green scallions provide the rainbow of color. Lately-I guess I’ve been seeing rainbows, like my Rainbow Kale Salad! Wow-these…
Butternut Squash Veggie Chili
Making chili is warm and satisfying, especially during this winter!!! I love making a huge batch and then having it all week for lunch or a quick leftover meal for dinner (love leftovers!). This weekend I’m making it of course for the Superbowl. No pizza and wings in this house. Instead, we’re going to have…
