Based off the popular classic coconut rice, this Coconut Quinoa with Pomegranates and Cilantro is extra tasty with juicy sweet pomegranates and fresh cilantro added in. It pairs well with lots of Asian and Indian inspired main dish recipes. I like making coconut rice to accompany my Indian curries, but just recently I tried it with quinoa instead for a protein packed whole foods option, and you know what? it was really good!...
This Cranberry Smoothie with sweet juicy oranges is a natural Vitamin C powerhouse. The cranberry orange flavor combo is a favorite by everyone that’s tried it, and it’s also a dairy-free and banana-free smoothie as well! It’s all pure fruity flavor, but there’s also a creamy variation as well you can try. This smoothie is sure to be a bright spot straight through the winter months. This simple smoothie is an all-around favorite absolutely loaded with vitamin C....
Less than 10 minutes to make, this Garlic Butter Sauce is perfect for just about anything you can think of! It’s wonderful tossed with freshly cooked pasta or served with your next steak, seafood, or Grilled Veggies . I also serve this tossed with my Grilled Potatoes all summer long and drizzled over roasted veggies in the winter. The possible ways to serve this easy and tasty sauce are endless and I know you’ll love it too....
We drink green smoothies pretty much every day – but even so, I tend to stick with a couple of my favorite recipes! So… lately I’ve been working on branching out a bit. I find it can be extra hard to try new combinations when it comes to green smoothies because I’ve really bombed it on a few occasions! I mean there’s been a few in the totally not drinkable department – i....
This Greek Salad is my little celebration with the fruits of summer! For tomato lovers, nothing beats this time of year with sun-warmed tomatoes right off the vine. With produce that good, it deserves a place of honor at the table during this short season. Every year, I find myself making entire meals from our tomato harvest – where fresh salads become the main event. The freshest ingredients always make simple salads shine....
I never get enough of the sweet spicy combo, and it’s one of my favorite things about so many Asian inspired meals. Hot, Sour, Salty, and Sweet with Spice added in are flavors that are fun to mix and match. I never really thought too much about it, until I read all about it in a cookbook, (called of course Hot, Sour, Salty, and Sweet). The authors talk all about how different dishes from every Asian country fall into these categories....
Fluffy, fudgy, and perfectly moist these Healthy Chocolate Zucchini Muffins are the perfect way to use zucchini. These muffins are the perfect chocolate treat, like healthy cupcakes. But they’re healthier thanks to that hidden grated zucchini. Made with real food ingredients like almond flour they’re naturally gluten-free. They’re naturally sweetened with maple syrup as well rather than refined sugar which also helps them to stay moist. With abundant summertime zucchini in full swing, I start adding zucchini to almost everything I make....
I love all things grapefruit, the taste… the smell… you name it! I ended up developing this lip balm out of necessity, you see I’ve gotten spoiled over the last few years with a local company that made the best grapefruit lip balm out of completely natural ingredients. However all of sudden I can’t find it anywhere, so I did what anyone with an addiction would do… I found a fix....
A creamy, slightly tart lemon filling fills a rich coconut crust, all topped off with fresh sweet berries! This is most definitely going to be my dessert of the summer for pinics, potlucks, and any other sort of occasion for that matter! It’s extremely easy to make, and on top of that it’s a no-bake dessert which is always a bonus in my book. It’s rare in the whole foods world to find something pure white that isn’t processed, but coconut gives this a beautiful pristine white shade that had me thinking this would be perfect for bridal showers and baby showers alike....
An easy make-ahead protein-packed breakfast option, these Meal Prep Egg Muffins 3 Ways provide lots of flavor variety. They’re all gluten-free and can be made dairy-free as well. They’re kid-friendly and the perfect snack to have ready in the refrigerator. Egg muffins are one of my favorite breakfasts to meal prep . They’re handy for on-the-go meals. For us, that means either a workday breakfast or a weekend adventure. Either way, they’re both convenient and an easy way to get a protein-packed meal in....
So… there’s always a first time for everything because today is the first time I’ve ever put 2 recipes on the blog in one day! But here’s the thing, I made these s’mores brownies last week, and they were so good I just knew I had to get them out in time for the 4th of July. However I forgot I already had my Grilled Summer Veggie Pesto Pasta Salad scheduled to come out....
Super creamy and so easy to make, this Thai Pumpkin Curry with chicken is a simple family dinner recipe. Try serving this dish with freshly steamed rice and a side of Sautéed Garlic Spinach for extra veggies. This curry is naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and extra tasty thanks to the best curry paste. This pumpkin curry is my favorite pumpkin recipe to make every single year. I always used to bake with pumpkin, but it’s so good in savory dishes too!...
I’m in full blown summer mode, and I might be a little out of control! I can’t seem to stop myself from constantly buying all the produce in sight. And of course that means I’m overbuying every single week. But today along with this recipe I have a tip for what to do with that extra produce. Every week as I make out my next grocery list, I peruse the fridge and take out everything that’s no longer at it’s prime....
There are certain experiences in life that stand out in vivid memory, and the day we hiked Takakkaw Falls in Yoho National Park was just such a day. Everything lined up perfectly with amazing weather, great food, awesome company, and scenery that just wouldn’t quit. We started the day early with coffee and breakfast while watching and listening to the roar of Takakkaw Falls from the parking lot. (As a side note, you can actually see the falls right from the parking lot, but the short hike gives you a better vantage point....
Winter in Glacier National Park can be a wonderful time to visit, especially if you love snow. We’re locals to this area with over 50 years combined experience visiting Glacier, and you’ll find all our best tips below to have a wonderful winter vacation. Scalplock Lookout in October Let’s just get straight to the point, shall we? Is Glacier National Park really worth a visit in the winter? I would say yes myself, but be sure to read the pros and cons below....
I’ve put together my favorite 35 Healthy Zucchini Recipes for the height of zucchini season. You’ll find everything from sweets to loads of dinner options that use up lots and lots of zucchini! Italian Grill Platter Every year about this time we reach I point I like to call ‘zucchini overload’. And it really doesn’t stop in July, in fact it carries on right into September. So if you also have an abundance of zucchini, today I have a solution for you....
This Almond Flour Apple Cake is a healthier treat made with whole-food ingredients. It’s perfect for fall baking and topped with a streusel crumb topping. The glaze has multiple options, but the maple option is my favorite this time of year. It’s naturally gluten-free with dairy-free options, too. Serve this as a coffee cake, for brunch, or omit the frosting and top it with ice cream for dessert. Just picture a perfectly spiced cake, weighed down by loads of apples and a crunchy streusel topping....
This easy Avocado Chocolate Mousse is perfect for chocolate cravings because it’s the perfect combination of creamy and decadent! It’s easy to make and perfect with berries of any kind. It’s naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and paleo. You can also make this mousse ahead of time which makes it great for holidays and birthdays. During the summer, try it with fresh berries, and during the colder months try my Berry Sauce instead....
This is what happens when our local Flathead cherries come into season! I’ve been getting 4 pounds of local cherries every week at Farmer’s Market for the last 3 weeks in a row! It’s not really that many cherries when you split them between 2 people, but I ate 2 pounds by myself yesterday so it it sure looks like someone else is getting the short end of this deal!...
Ultra creamy, this Garlic Parmesan Pasta is the perfect easy comfort food dinner. It’s a meatless meal, but you can add chicken or shrimp which both pair well with this pasta. Picture a silky smooth Alfredo pasta but with some depth of flavor from garlic and a hint of fresh parsley. This recipe calls for gluten-free pasta, but it can be made with any pasta of your choice. Fresh pasta makes the perfect indulgence in this recipe....
