With the heat of summer, I have been on a big smoothie and banana ice cream kick lately. More often than not, the ingredient combinations that I throw together produce a pretty unappetizing brown color. Although I have found some of the ugliest food to be some of the most delicious, I also believe that…
“Cheesy” Tofu and Spinach Scramble
If you are like me and you grew up eating scrambled eggs fairly regularly for breakfast, the idea of tossing scrambled tofu into the mix may seem a bit odd. However, I strongly urge anyone who is vegan or simply looking to add more variety their diet to give this a try! Not only does this dish almost…
Sunflower Seed Butter and Chocolate Chip Energy Bites
This was originally posted on Mind Body Green. As much as I adore all things peanut butter, I often enjoy switching things up and experimenting with alternatives to my favorite creamy spread. Although many nut and seed butters are delicious, my personal favorite is sunflower seed butter due to its allergy-friendly and nutrient-dense characteristics (not to mention…
Tips to Stay Healthy Around the Holidays
The Holiday Season is here! Along with all the wonderful moments the holidays bring, they also tend to bring along extra stress, hectic schedules, and difficulty maintaining our regular habits. The following are some tips for taking care of yourself to help you to make the most of this cherished time of year! -On the days and weeks…
Oven Roasted Chickpeas
Today I am going to share a super delicious and simple snack recipe that features one of my absolute favorite ingredients- chickpeas! Also known as garbanzo beans, these lovely little legumes are incredibly versatile. I love finding new ways to eat them, and have used them as the star ingredient to many of my recipes,…
Maple Spice Oatmeal Bowl of Goodness
It was another cold and blustery day in Durham today. In addition to daydreams of warmth, weather like this never fails to provoke my cravings for warm, comforting foods. Although creamy pasta dishes and steamy soups are at the top of my list, nothing comes close to oatmeal. I’m not sure if it is…
Hummus Tortilla Pizza: The Perfect Fast and Simple Meal
Life can be pretty hectic as an individual in modern society. Although each day is different, I often find it difficult to set aside the time to cook laborious meals on my busiest days. At times like these, I look to simple (but still delicious) meals that I can whip up in less than 20-30…
Sweet Potato Oven Fries with Maple-Garlic Tahini Dip
It all started one Thanksgiving evening years ago when I was a young child. My somewhat-picky taste buds left me with my usual bland dinner plate, but something changed that year. I believe it was my mother and cousin who managed to convince me that I simply HAD to try the sweet potato casserole due…
