Fighting Boredom with Healthy Food + Creative Living
Whip up a satisfying and nutritious meal in a flash with this easy chickpea curry, a vibrant dish packed with plant-based protein and fiber. Not only is this curry recipe easy and tasty, but this dish has a ton of…
These high soluble fiber, low sugar peanut butter balls are a great healthy snack for busy families on the go. I put the oats in a food processor to make them almost into an oat flour and then add chia…
Not only is this ridiculously easy to make, but if you have kids on Instagram, all they see are beautiful chia pudding combos so you’re not going to have to twist their arms to try it! Ha..social networking peer pressure…
As the days lengthen and the San Diego sunshine warms our faces, our bodies naturally crave more fluids. Staying properly hydrated is crucial for everyone, but especially for active families enjoying the outdoors. Dehydration can lead to fatigue, headaches, and…
The air is getting warmer, the days are stretching longer, and if you’ve strolled through your local farmer’s market lately, you’ve likely witnessed the vibrant green shoots and early blooms signaling the joyous arrival of spring! To celebrate this fresh…
Looking for a vibrant and satisfying salad that goes beyond the usual greens? This Barley Salad with Roasted Zucchini, Fresh Cut Corn, and a zesty lemon dressing is a delightful twist on grain salads. It’s packed with flavor and texture,…
We go big on St. Patrick’s Day. I tweaked our usual shepherd’s pie recipe, and it was a total hit. We swapped out the traditional meat for vegetarian crumbles, and honestly? It’s even better! This layered delight is ridiculously easy, healthy,…
Often, my weekly CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) box becomes my culinary muse, especially when it comes to salads. This week, I was overflowing with fresh leafy greens and a beautiful bunch of Claytonia, also known as Miner’s Lettuce. Claytonia has…
This delightful lemon blueberry quick bread is a perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. The bright, tangy lemon beautifully complements the sweet burst of blueberries, creating a moist and flavorful loaf that’s incredibly easy to make. It’s…
Forget the usual game-day chips and dip. These vibrant Salmon Summer Rolls are a fresh, satisfying, and impressive alternative that will have everyone asking for the recipe. Tender plank-grilled salmon is paired with tangy pickled red onions, fresh greens, and…
Staring at that huge bag quinoa in your pantry and not sure what to do with it? Creamy, cheesy, satisfying, high in fiber and best of all is that you can use your rice cooker to prepare the quinoa as…
Finding tasty snacks that satisfy cravings without added sugar is easier than many think. Cutting down on sugar doesn’t mean giving up flavour. Many options are available that keep the taste while ditching unnecessary sugars. From hearty black bean hummus…
Kimchi is a traditional Korean side dish made from salted, seasoned, and fermented vegetables. During the fermentation process, lactic acid bacteria is produced and that gives kimchi its characteristic sour taste. Kimchi paired with scrambled eggs is tangy, spicy and…
Tis the season to make some hand-crafted gifts and this is an easy one! If you (or a nice neighbor ) have a healthy rosemary bush with leaves that are fragrant and not dried out, now is a great time…
Tired of the same old Halloween treats? This year, elevate your spooky feast with a hearty and healthy Vegetarian Spooky Stew. It’s a fun and frightful dish that’s perfect for the whole family. What Makes It Spooky? Eyeball Mushrooms: Simple…