Category Archives: vegetable

Shaved Brussel Sprouts

Brussels Sprouts

Follow my blog with Bloglovin My mom’s favorite vegetable is brussels sprouts, but I have honestly never been a huge fan.  I find they can be bitter or sometimes just plain boring.  And, when they are tasty, they are usually covered in unhealthy sauces or loaded with butter.  So, as I was preparing my mom’s [...]

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Super Simple Carrot Soup

Carrot Soup

Vegan, gluten-free and EASY to make. This deliciously sweet, creamy and savory soup will keep you warm as the weather continues to cool.  Its vibrant orange color means it is full of the powerful antioxidant, vitamin A.  With one bowl you are helping to reduce your risk of cancer, slow aging and reduce some diabetes-related [...]

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“Pesto” Veggie Soup

Pesto Veggie Soup

Loaded with fresh veggies and a powerful pesto-like flavor makes getting your nutrients fun!   Print “Pesto” Veggie Soup Serves: 4-6   Ingredients 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 vidalia onion, chopped 1 bag of baby carrots (about 2 cups) 1 bag of mixed broccoli and cauliflower (about 4 cups) 4 cup low sodium broth [...]

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Mayo-Free Coleslaw

Cole+Slaw

This healthy side dish is a great alternative to salad. Cabbage is an inexpensive veggie and full of fiber, vitamin C & K and other important antioxidants. Rather than the typical mayo-based dressing, this recipe uses a light dressing loaded with herbs. Adding the nectar, granny smith apple, pistachios and avocado takes coleslaw from basic [...]

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Sweet Potato Fries

This undercover vegetable is a fun and nutritious appetizer that is great to snack on before or during dinner. Ingredients 1 12 oz. bag of sweet potato spears (peeled, cut and ready to cook) 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil Garlic powder Pepper Rosemary Instructions Preheat oven to 400 degrees Throw the spears into a [...]

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Pesto Broccoli Slaw

This is a unique summertime side dish that is a real crowd pleaser.  With BBQ season in full swing – now is the time to try out this healthy and savory slaw. The gourmet twist on this dish is the pesto sauce… it is unexpected and balanced out with the sweetness of the dried fruit [...]

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Roasted Sesame Asparagus

Spring season always means fresh asparagus at your local market.  Asparagus can be enjoyed in so many ways.  My personal preference is the simpler the better.  This recipe is pretty basic but has enough of that *something special* to make it a crowd pleaser. Ingredients 25-30 asparagus spears 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1-2 [...]

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Rosemary Roasted Zucchini

Roasting vegetables is a healthy way to pack a lot of flavor without adding much oil.  The zucchini combined with the red bell pepper in this dish provides loads of Vitamin A and C – key nutrients for a healthful diet. Ingredients 4 small zucchinis 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 shallot, diced [...]

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    As a Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES) with a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree, my goal is to teach people that healthy cooking can still be gourmet and delicious. Follow me as I explore how to create healthy versions of my favorite dishes and learn why specific ingredients are good for your body. Many of my recipes are vegan and free of the most common food allergens.

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