Steamed Broccoli with Sesame Seeds and Soy Sauce
This broccoli dish, is the perfect combination of a healthy fat with a fiber rich food (broccoli) which will fill you up with out filling you out. Have you had your MUFA’s today? According to the...
View ArticleGreek Tzatziki Sauce with Garlic and Dill
Thick and creamy Greek yogurt is blended with cucumbers, dill, lemon and garlic to create a healthy and addictive tzatziki sauce. Growing up, we always had plain yogurt in the fridge and I still do...
View ArticleSoba Noodle Salad with Sesame Ginger Soy Vinaigrette
This easy and flavorful Asian-inspired soba noodle salad is perfect with any veggies you have on hand and can be served cold, warm or at room temperature. Do you love Asian food as much as I do? I...
View ArticleShabbat Challah Bread (with Video)
An easy fool-proof challah recipe for your Jewish Sabbath– passed down to share from my Bubbe, Ema Ljuba. Ema Ljuba, my Bubbe on my dad’s side, is the matriarch of the Jewish half of my family. She...
View ArticleRoasted Vegetables with Tahini Lemon Sauce
Roasted vegetables are dressed lightly with a garlicky tahini lemon sauce with bright parsley to brighten the flavor to create the perfect vegetarian side dish. Tahini and I are BFF’s. My son adores...
View ArticleJapanese Quick Pickled Cucumbers
These crunchy Japanese quick pickles are easy to make and the perfect salty, sweet and sour low calorie snack to serve before or with a meal. Pickles are one of my favorite low calorie snacks –...
View ArticleGreen Cabbage Asian Slaw
This bright and flavorful Green Cabbage Asian slaw is the perfect side dish for stir-fries or Summer grilling. Naturally mayo-free, it’s healthy, delicious and filling. Cabbage is not the sexiest...
View ArticlePerfectly Roasted Parmesan Broccoli
A quick easy side dish recipe, this perfectly roasted Parmesan broccoli is slightly caramelized and topped with lots of nutty Parmesan cheese. My boys (all three of them!) love broccoli so I’m always...
View ArticleLebanese Green Beans with Tomatoes
A classic vegetarian Lebanese side dish recipe, green beans are slowly simmered in tomatoes and warm spices including cinnamon and allspice. Comfort food means different things to different people....
View ArticleCucumber Zucchini Salad
This raw cucumber zucchini salad with a lemon basil vinaigrette is a fun and healthy way to enjoy the fresh flavors of summer. We are in farmers market heaven right now here in West Michigan. Every...
View ArticleRoasted Garlic Hummus Mashed Potatoes
Made with just three simple ingredients, these vegan roasted garlic hummus mashed potatoes are creamy and delicious. Perfect for entertaining! As the weather starts to cool down and the leaves begin...
View ArticleBest Guide On How To Roast Pumpkin Seeds
The best guide on how to perfectly roast pumpkin seeds! Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder make these pumpkin seeds a crunchy, savory and addictive snack. I love the month of October for so many...
View ArticleVegan Hummus Quinoa Fritters with Corn and Jalapeños
These protein-packed hummus quinoa fritters are naturally vegan and made with creamy hummus, corn and jalapenos. . When it comes to holiday cooking, there are times when you need to stick with the...
View ArticleStuffed Acorn Squash with Farro and Chorizo
Transport your taste buds to Spain with this cheesy stuffed acorn squash filled to the brim with chewy farro, smoky chorizo and nutty manchego cheese. Winter squash season is in full force. Are you a...
View ArticleCurry Roasted Butternut Squash
This three-ingredient side dish recipe is simple, delicious and packed with flavor. Naturally gluten free and vegan, this dish is ideal for entertaining. We love eating winter squash when the temps...
View ArticleFarro Salad with Butternut Squash and Goat Cheese
This hearty winter salad is filled with chewy farro, roasted butternut squash, sweet pomegranate and tangy goat cheese. The ultimate whole grain side dish recipe! Whenever I roast butternut squash I...
View ArticleShaved Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan and Lemon
This raw veggie slaw is made with thinly shaved Brussels sprouts tossed in a bright lemon-parmesan vinaigrette. Great for prepping ahead! We love Brussels in our house and eat them sauteed with bacon...
View ArticleSteamed Chinese Broccoli with Hoisin
A popular Chinese side dish, steamed Chinese broccoli with hoisin couldn’t be easier to make at home. Ideal for entertaining, this dish is naturally gluten-free, paleo, vegan, and whole 30. We grew up...
View ArticleBest Guide On How To Roast Pumpkin Seeds
The best guide on how to perfectly roast pumpkin seeds! Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder make these pumpkin seeds a crunchy, savory and addictive snack. I love the month of October for so many...
View ArticleStuffed Acorn Squash with Farro and Chorizo
Transport your taste buds to Spain with this cheesy stuffed acorn squash filled to the brim with chewy farro, smoky chorizo and nutty manchego cheese. Winter squash season is in full force. Are you a...
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