Now that we have embarked on a new year, my plan is to simplify! Keeping it simple, staying present and reducing stress is the name-of-the-game as we ease into 2015 and beyond. With that in mind, I’ve created an easy-to-make Masala Spiced Kañiwa Salad. You might think kañiwa (ka-nyi-wa) sounds exotic but these tiny seeds pack more protein…
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Black-Eyed Pea Burgers
Here it is 2015 and we’re already off to the races…but not before having a bite of black-eyed peas. This uniquely Southern tradition dates back to Civil War times where the peas were eaten to bring good luck and prosperity for the new year. Each year, on New Years Day, my Grandma Pearl made sure…
Chia Pudding Parfait
Kickstart your new year with our layered Chia Pudding Parfait. We’ve paired an easy-to-make, overnight chia pudding with our creamy Coconut Lucuma Smoothie (with an added a boost of baobab and vanilla). Kick-it-up a notch with any superfood or flavor combination of your choice. Make it as fancy as you like…experiment and have fun! 2015 is…
Raw Macadamia Coffee Bark
Looking for something unique to share with your guests this holiday? Give our Raw Macadamia Coffee Bark a try, it’s easy to make and guaranteed to please! This bark is unreal, starting with a cold brew coffee concentrate from Jupiter Cold Brew Coffee – a local Encinitas company founded by the father and son duo, Scott…
Boosted Vitamin C Bowl
Are you interested in foods that help support your immune system during the cold winter months and beyond? Vitamin C (a water-soluble vitamin also known as ascorbic acid) is an antioxidant that not only helps to maintain and regenerate connective tissue, but also found protective against heart disease and some types of cancer. Our Boosted Vitamin C…
Simple Roasted Sweets
This one is super easy folks! Today’s post gives you the lowdown on how to make a simple side dish that also doubles as a lunchtime salad. My Simple Roasted Sweets start with sweet potatoes that have been diced and coated with a little extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. I’ve added a touch of fresh…
Gluten Free Vegan Pistachio Cookies
Have you been looking for a cookie recipe your family and friends will never know are vegan and gluten-free? If so, this is the one! Let’s get real, most gluten-free cookies have a funky taste and texture, nothing close to what we remember eating as kids…until now! My Gluten Free Vegan Pistachio Cookies combine a…
Acorn Squash and Spiced Kañiwa
I’m always searching for ways to “amp up” my vegan protein count each day, often turning to quinoa as a standout for increasing my daily intake. Well, move over quinoa (pronounced keen-wha), there’s a new kid in town! Kañiwa (pronounced ka-nyi-wa) is similar to its cousin quinoa in that both are actually seeds (not grains) and…
Gingerbread Smoothie
For those of us who seem to be constantly on-the-go this holiday season, here’s a quick smoothie idea for fast energy in under 5 minutes. Our Gingerbread Smoothie starts with Harmless Harvest’s seasonal Cinnamon & Clove coconut water. This stuff is amazing straight out of the bottle can be added to any of your favorite smoothie recipes. …
Cranberry Thumbprint Cookies
Our Cranberry Thumbprint Cookies are not only gluten-free and dairy-free but include a jam center made with fresh, organic cranberries and chia seeds. Sounds intense but these lightly sweetened and slightly tart cookies were ready to pop in the oven in under 15 minutes. Super easy and include the benefits of cranberries and chia –…