Eating sustainably is all about taking everyday actions to help protect the planet and promote human health. It’s important because it allows us to eat well without compromising the next generations’ ability to do so. Think sustainable living is too complicated or time-consuming? Here are five practical changes you can make today to eat more…
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Whole Grain Jalapeño Chive Cornbread
This easy whole-grain cornbread loaf is flavored with spicy jalapeños and herbaceous fresh chives. (This post is sponsored by Horizon Organic® but the thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.) Is there anything better than the combination of corn and chile peppers right now? I’ve been turning to this flavor marriage a lot lately. The…
Heirloom Tomato Greek Salad with Tofu Feta
This vegan take on Greek salad is made with juicy heirloom tomatoes, nutty toasted farro, and crumbled tofu feta. Peak-season heirloom tomatoes don’t last long, so I’m feeling the urge to make the most of it. Sometimes I take the simple route and slice tomatoes into wedges and sprinkle with a little salt. I also…
Vegan Corn Chowder
Creamy oatmilk is blended with sweet corn and three types of peppers in this vegan corn chowder soup. (This post is sponsored by Silk® but the thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.) It’s no secret I love oat milk in savory vegan dishes that traditionally call for milk or cream. Lately, I’ve been using…
Plant-Based Snack Ideas
These plant-based snack ideas will help you feel energized, satisfied, and hanger-free. Are you a snacker? Me too! Snacking sometimes gets a bad rap, but eating in between meals can be a smart way to reenergize and curb hunger while you’re on the go. Eating snacks also gives you another opportunity to fill up on…
Black Bean Stuffed Poblano Peppers
These vegan stuffed Poblano peppers are filled with black beans and corn, baked in the oven, and topped off with a tangy cilantro-lime avocado sauce. What’s your favorite easy dinner to cook lately? For me, it’s stuffed poblano peppers with creamy avocado sauce. These peppers are spicy and comforting. Plus, you can use the same…
How to Make Quick Pickles 3 Ways
Love pickled vegetables? Here are three delicious quick pickles you can make (and eat!) today. What are Quick Pickles? Quick pickles (also known as vinegar pickles or refrigerator pickles) are vegetables that have been stored in a pickling brine made up of water, vinegar, and salt. They’re often also flavored with sugar, herbs, and spices. …
Jerk Tempeh Salad with Mango Salsa
This Jamaican-inspired Jerk Tempeh Salad is my new favorite 30-minute vegan dinner. I think (I hope) summer is finally in full swing here in Colorado, which means I’m in the mood for a meal that has a little extra tropical flair. This is also the time of year when I want fruit all the time….
One-Pan Crispy Eggplant Caprese
I’m diving into crispy eggplant rings layered with heirloom tomatoes, melty mozzarella, and fresh basil. Care to join me? I like to think of this Crispy Eggplant Caprese dish as the ideal union between eggplant Parmigiana and Caprese salad. You’ve got the crunchy breading, but there’s also the classic combo of juicy summer tomatoes, fresh…
Summer Produce Guide
Want to make the most of your farmers market haul? This Summer Produce Guide is packed with recipes and information about how to select, store, and cook seasonal fruits and vegetables. What’s in Season During Summer? Here are some of the fruits and vegetables you can find at peak freshness during the summer months: (Click…
Whole Wheat Lemon Blueberry Muffins
Healthier Whole Wheat Blueberry Muffins! This easy recipe is boosted with flax and flavored with fresh lemon, vanilla, and cardamom. Everyone needs a good blueberry muffin recipe, don’t you think? There are a lot of ways to put your own spin on blueberry muffins, but this version is my favorite. Here’s why I love these…
On Canine Loss: Lessons Learned
I want to get back to recipes ASAP, but to be honest, food feels boring and meaningless to me right now. I haven’t had much of an appetite since we lost Neil. My boyfriend (now husband) and I adopted Neil seven years ago when he was three months old. He was a stray found on…
Spinach Cacio e Pepe
Spinach Cacio e Pepe is basically a grown-up version of mac and cheese! Experience the mouthwatering flavors of Rome in less than 30 minutes. This is not a Cacio e Pepe recipe for the purists. I’ll start with that disclaimer right off the bat. It’s a little bit healthier, but still incredibly easy and delicious,…
Spicy Edamame Crunch Salad
Protein-packed soybeans are tossed with crunchy vegetables and spicy peanut dressing in this Asian-inspired Edamame Salad. I’m usually more of a salad-on-the-side kind of gal, opting for tacos, bowls, or noodles over a bowl of greens just about all of the time. Boring salads just don’t do it for me, but with summer right around…