Recipes

Let’s talk about breakfast. You’ve heard it before: The first meal of the day is the most important. The reason it’s so vital to start smart in the a.m. shouldn’t come as a shock — your body needs energy to kick-start your day. Some people turn to major meal prepping, …

Watermelon radishes are the root veggie equivalent of celeb babies when it comes to Instagram stardom. Chefs (and photographers) love them for the bright pink playfulness they add to any dish. And like their standard ruby cousins, they’re crunchy and add a spicy zip to dishes. But what is a …

Once relegated to the back of a kitchen cabinet, the blender is having a renaissance in a big way. The smoothie trend has helped, sure, but one main reason for the rebirth of the appliance: the shift toward bitty blenders. Because they require much less muscle to maneuver — not …

File this under “best news ever!” Moderate consumption of wine (about a glass a day for women and two a day for men) has been linked to a lower risk of everything from dementia to Type 2 diabetes to metabolic syndrome. So with all those mid-summer sips, you might as …

Photo by Perry Santanachote If you’re like millions of Americans celebrating the birth of our great nation with an outdoor cookout or picnic, this patriotic potato salad recipe will complement any main course. And it won’t compromise those summer goals. Our mayo-free version is not only healthier and vegan-friendly, but a …

It’s that lovely time of year again, when the weather is warm and the days are long enough to fire up the grill each night. From backyard barbecues to picnics at the park to campsites on the beach, cooking and enjoying a meal outside is half the fun. These healthy …

Come summer, keeping your cool can get tricky. And kicking off a scorching hot day with a big plate of pancakes and eggs won’t do. Enter: Breakfast popsicles! The latest trend in a.m. eats also provides a solid source of nutrients, by turning vitamin- and mineral-rich recipes for favorites like …

If cookie dough ice cream is your favorite cheat meal, you’ll love these deliciously healthy recipes. Featuring everything from nut flours to chickpeas to protein powder, these delightful desserts cut back on the fat, sugar and carbs. And they kick up the flavor with heartwarming spices, like cinnamon and nutmeg, …

This Healthy Raw Black Velvet Fudge is just like my Raw Red Velvet Fudge, but without the vibrant color!  This fudge is SUPER smooth, creamy, sweet, and chocolatey.  You’d never know it’s all natural, refined sugar free, gluten free, dairy free, AND vegan ?? Can you guess the secret ingredient that makes …

There’s no fruit that epitomizes summer like strawberries. Juicy and perfectly plump, strawberries infuse refreshing sweetness and a bold red hue to any dish. But there are more reasons we love picking them. The heart-shaped super berry can help increase HDL (good) cholesterol, lower blood pressure and fight inflammation. Packed …