I have a serious love for avocados… so obviously, I take my guacamole pretty seriously. What you need: 2 ripe avocados 2 cloves garlic, minced Juice from one lime Salt and pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil Dice both avocados, place in a mixing bowl and mash with fork or whisk. Mix in other ingredients. Additional … Continue reading
These chilly mornings have left me feeling pretty disinterested in my usual icy green smoothie, but because I know that it is really important to get nutrient-dense foods in my body each morning, I have begun looking to other options. You might have seen my Golden Milk post awhile back (maybe you even tried it!?) … Continue reading
As you probably know by now, I love to eat, so you can bet that I take my snack foods as seriously as my meals. Here are 5 of my favorite healthy snacks (it was hard to choose just 5) that are great options to enjoy between meals when you are needed a little boost. Celery … Continue reading
So I have been totally into veggie stir-fries these past few weeks. I am pretty sure it all started when I spruced up some quinoa fried rice leftovers, and it was magic in my mouth. From then on, I have been sautéing up whatever veggies I can find, scrambling in a farm-fresh egg, adding a little bit of … Continue reading
This delicious smoothie pretty much sums up what breakfast has looked like over the past month… I have been mindfully guzzling one of these beauties down most mornings (when I am taking a day away from my fav purple smoothie) and I am convinced it has helped me feel more inspired and creative throughout the day (the … Continue reading
A seasonal smoothie… 2 large handfuls of kale 3 tablespoons pumpkin puree 1/2 an apple 1/2 cup of frozen peaches 1 cup cashew milk A sprinkle of cinnamon A few ice cubes Blend until smooth. Top with an extra sprinkle of cinnamon for visual pleasure. with love and enjoying the seasons, Amanda Continue reading
The cool breeze and changing leaves in the northeast have us really experiencing the fall season in full bloom. You might be noticing a change in the foods you are craving, feeling the need for a little more sleep, craving warm drinks, or maybe seeing new foods at the farmers market. Fall is a big … Continue reading
If you have been following my blog, Instagram and/or facebook for some time now, you may have noticed that I like to use nut milks in place of dairy whenever possible. This personal choice has to do with a few things: Dairy is an inflammatory food, which causes inflammation in the body, and inflammation is … Continue reading
While planning for a superfoods workshop I hosted last week, I began experimenting with some new smoothie recipes so I could really “WOW” the group. I wanted to do something a little different then my expected green smoothie, so I decided on using ACAI BERRY in hopes of creating a beautiful pink/purple smoothie that was … Continue reading
I made black bean pasta for the first time last night, and it totally blew my mind. I had the leftovers for lunch today. And I would eat it again for dinner tonight if I could, but I promised the bf taco salad. To serve 2 people, you will need: 1/2 package (about 3.5 ounces) … Continue reading
