A couple of weeks ago, while shopping for groceries, I spotted a big, beautiful bunch of fresh mint, and I felt compelled to buy it. I don't normally find it in huge bunches like that, and I got really excited thinking of all kinds of things I wanted to make with it. My favorite way to … Continue reading Pear Vanilla Mint Smoothie
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Coconut Tahini Cacao Energy Bites with Dried Cherries (No Food Processor Required!)
Signs of spring are popping up everywhere I look. The snow has finally melted, ambitious little green shoots are sprouting up, and I've been digging through my closet, banishing every last wool/heavy/dark/drab item from my wardrobe. Yes, spring is here, and it's the perfect time for spring cleaning, new beginnings, and finally getting around to … Continue reading Coconut Tahini Cacao Energy Bites with Dried Cherries (No Food Processor Required!)
Shiitake Fajitas with Spicy Roasted Sweet Potatoes
I had to use every ounce of willpower not to title this post Shii-takos. Because although it would've been amusing, fajitas are a much more accurate description for these tasty little pockets of marinated mushroom goodness. If you're anything like me, there are times when you're just in a fajita frame of mind. Every now and … Continue reading Shiitake Fajitas with Spicy Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Green Pea Pesto Spaghetti: Healthy & Easy Dinner in 30 Minutes (or Less)
I love, love, love perusing fancy and complex dinner recipes around the internet and within the pages of my ever-expanding cookbook collection. Sometimes, I even work up the energy required to make one of those recipes, spending well over an hour in the kitchen, dirtying up all the bowls and making a glorious mess of the … Continue reading Green Pea Pesto Spaghetti: Healthy & Easy Dinner in 30 Minutes (or Less)
Vegan Copycat Shamrock Shake
This shamrock shake is gonna rock your world! It's thick, creamy, rich, sweet, and minty - all the things you love about the much anticipated St. Patty's Day treat. Unlike McD's, however, it is also dairy-free, chemical-free, fake/yucky stuff-free, and features healthy, all-natural, plant-based ingredients. You don't need any luck of the Irish to whip up this deliciously authentic shamrock shake, you just … Continue reading Vegan Copycat Shamrock Shake
Glowing Green Hummus with Artichoke and Spinach
Things are about to get real. Real green, that is. I thought it might be fun to feature some of my greenest creations over the next week, in honor of St. Patrick's Day. Starting with this gorgeous, bright-hued hummus. There's just something about this dip that makes me feel like spring. It doesn't hurt that it's … Continue reading Glowing Green Hummus with Artichoke and Spinach
My Latest Food and Beauty Haul: Old Stand-Bys and New Favorites
Yipeeee! It's so exciting getting a package in the mail, don't you agree? It feels like Christmas when I finally get to tear into my order and lovingly unwrap each item. Especially when said package is from my favorite online health and beauty shop, Vitacost. I've sung the praises of this amazing "everything under the sun" virtual health … Continue reading My Latest Food and Beauty Haul: Old Stand-Bys and New Favorites
Sleep Challenge Check-In, Lacing Up My Running Sneaks, and a Post-Run Smoothie
So much time and so little to do. Wait a minute. Strike that. Reverse it. Sorry, I'm having a Willie Wonka moment. You could say I've been feeling a bit wonky lately, but good wonky, if that's even a thing. This past week I've had so many ideas popping up in my head, I could barely write them down fast enough. It's like … Continue reading Sleep Challenge Check-In, Lacing Up My Running Sneaks, and a Post-Run Smoothie
Liebster Award Nomination
I'm truly excited to share with you all that I've been nominated for a Liebster award by the friendly bloggers Alex and Ellie over at Vegan Bungalow! I'm honored by their nomination, especially because I enjoy following their blog and admire all of their yummy and creative recipes. They post a lovely variety of dishes and desserts, that are vegan as well as gluten free. Alex and … Continue reading Liebster Award Nomination
Easy and Healthy PB + J Chia Pudding Parfaits
It feels like ages since I posted a sweet treat. Ok, I guess it's only been 14 days. But in "dessert years" that's like months! Well, I'm putting an end to the lull in goodies around here with this awesome PB + J Pudding Parfait! What is it about peanut butter anything that gets people (including me) so … Continue reading Easy and Healthy PB + J Chia Pudding Parfaits
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