Black Pepper Kelp Noodles with Cashew Cream
Back in January, my fiancé and I took a Vegan cooking class that was led by the head chef at Matthew Kenny M.A.K.E. in Santa Monica. The food was not only vegan but also raw. I would like to note that...
View ArticleRoasted Beet Pasta Sauce
Wow! Life just turned up its speed on me and things got crazy…in a good way J. Generally after a busy week, or when I’m feeling tired, I start to crave comfort foods. You know what I mean right - foods...
View ArticleStrawberry Lime Mini Desserts
I’m sure that some of you may despise me for this excitement-filled post about Spring because, well, I know that Spring hasn’t made an appearance in some parts of the country yet :). But contrary to...
View ArticleRAWkin Mediterranean Cauliflower Salad
My fiancé’s mother arrives tomorrow morning so I have been busy cleaning, planning meals and trying to get some work done in advance because well, it’s difficult to get things done when I’d rather be...
View ArticleVeggie Noodle Tom Yum Soup
Many people think of soup as a winter dish. I can somewhat understand this theory based on the ingredients in the soup; however, I find that a zesty, vegetable filled soup can be just as delicious on a...
View ArticleCoconut Rice Pudding
After days of blazing temperatures, hovering right around 100 degrees, it has finally cooled down bringing heavy rain! Hooray! Most people don’t cheer for cooler, wetter weather but I do! I have this...
View ArticleFudgy Chocolate Flax Muffins
Sometimes I get the urge to bake. I will raid my pantry and cabinets looking for items that I can combine to make something delicious and worth devouring. Today happened to be one of those days. And of...
View ArticleWatermelon Basil Salad
I featured this recipe in my newsletter last month but it is so yummy and easy that I had to share! What can be more refreshing than watermelon on a hot summer day? This summertime salad literally...
View ArticleNectarine and Arugula Salad with Pistachio Puree and Citrus Vinaigrette
In case you aren't aware, I got engaged a little over one year ago and I am getting married in 7 weeks! I cannot believe it is almost here! It feels like just yesterday I was calling my friends and...
View ArticleHerbed Couscous with Roasted Fennel and Asparagus
I have come to understand the importance of scheduling and time management more than ever before.Time Management = the act or process of planning and exercising conscious control over the amount of...
View ArticleRaw Kelp Noodles with Almond Tahini Sauce
This post has been a long time coming, please forgive me. With only 12 days left until our wedding, unfortunately, Nourished – A Guide to Eating Green has had to take the back seat. Wedding planning is...
View ArticleLemon Ricotta Buckwheat Pancakes with Fresh Strawberries
I am back and happily married!!! Our wedding was completely magical and absolutely perfect in every way. I hired a yoga instructor to lead me and my bridesmaids through a vinyasa flow class the morning...
View ArticleFresh & Tangy Goat's Milk Yogurt
The other day I met a friend for tea and naturally we started chit chatting about food and nutrition, two of my favorite topics. The discussion was primarily around how corrupt our food system is and...
View ArticleRich & Creamy Butternut Squash Smoothie
Nothing screams fall like heaping baskets of various winter squash. And though I don’t usually discriminate when it comes to squash, butternut…well, lets just say it holds a very special place in my...
View ArticleAutumn Roasted Vegetables and Farro Salad
Last weekend was a weekend of firsts for me: my first California football game – Cal vs. UCLA, my first tailgating experience, my first time at the Rose Bowl. It was so much fun! The Rose Bowl is not...
View ArticleCacao Goji Berry Smoothie
Have you jumped on the juicing or blending bandwagon yet? Normally my husband and I whip up a power-packed green smoothie that, you know, tastes healthy. But who said you have to trade in kale for rich...
View ArticleA Slightly Spicy Bean + Veggie Soup!
So I have good news and bad news. The bad news, today was one of those days where you know you should go grocery shopping but you don’t really feel like it – so you don’t kind of days. The good news,...
View ArticleChive + Basil Cashew Cheese
I’m from Wisconsin, America’s dairy land, home of cheddar cheese and all things cheese related – including “cheese heads." Let’s face it I love cheese. And while I do have an undying love for cheese,...
View ArticleVegan Chocolate Mousse
Over the past few days my mind has been racing through recipe ideas for Valentine’s Day treats and decadence. Color, flavor, texture, aromatics and spices, accessibility due to food sensitivities and...
View ArticleValentine Chocolates with Caramel and Coconut Filling
Valentine’s Day is tomorrow and I have a super easy and delicious treat for you to make for yourself or for someone else ;) Yes, you have time - don't worry! I have been meaning to make homemade raw...
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