You may know that I talk a lot about trigger foods and buffer foods, especially around the holidays. What can we buffer our cravings with when we feel triggered to eat something less healthy? Well, there are options! If your trigger food around the holidays is cookies, then here’s a recipe to buffer that with …
Healthy, No-Bake “Sugar” Cookie Energy Bites Makes approx 40 healthy, simple, buttery, sweet tasting bites of energy packed deliciousness Ingredients – 1 cup cashews (I used raw, unsalted) 6 Medjool dates, pits removed 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract a pinch of salt flakes Method – 1 – Place cashews in your food processor/blender and …
Create a delicious salad with chickpeas, snap peas, bulgur and tomatoes. Ingredients 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, crushed 1 garlic clove, minced 1/2 pound snap peas, chopped 1 tomato, chopped 2 scallions, thinly sliced 1 cup canned chickpeas 1/3 cup chopped parsley 3 cups cooked bulgur …
Snap Pea Falafel Salad, perfect for holiday gatherings Read More »
Begin this years holiday baking with this amazing, healthy, fresh cranberry-orange zest loaf that will be sure to bring the biggest smile to you & yours! Enjoy for breakfast with a drizzle of maple syrup or fresh homemade cranberry compote! Or if you have a sweet tooth, enjoy it in the evening warmed up …
Depending on your mood, this merry Christmas drink can either be a cocktail or a mocktail…you choose. Yield 6 cups (serving size: 3/4 cup) Ingredients 2 cups cranberry juice cocktail 2 cups apple juice 1/2 cup sugar 2 tablespoons orange juice 3 whole cloves 2 (3-inch) cinnamon sticks 2 cups water How to Make It …