Sluggish digestion is a problem of our modern times. It’s no surprise that digestion starts with the first bite of every meal but many don’t understand the importance of choosing foods that help support the digestive process. We often overlook the power nature has to offer in the form of bitter, sour and pungent plants opting…
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Mung Bean Salad
We eat a fresh, raw salad almost every day in the Kelly house. As the chief recipe creator for my crew, you can imagine the pressure I’m under to keep our salads fresh and interesting. I’m always seeking new ideas and veggie mixes to wow the crowd. Today I’m sharing a fairly simple twist on an…
Sweet Pea Shoots and Peaches Salad
We’re saying goodbye to summer this weekend with our Sweet Pea Shoots and Peaches Salad. A beautiful salad with a grassy sweetness, fitting for any Labor Day gathering. Starting with Organic Girl Sweet Pea Shoots, this salad packs quite a nutritional punch. Did you know Sweet Pea Shoots have seven time more vitamin C than…
Crunchy Southwest Salad Topper Mix
What’s a salad without a little crunch? I’ve been eating salads for years topped with my own homemade croutons but when Megan was diagnosed with Celiac Disease and could no longer have gluten, I had to come up with a new crunchy twist. Today I’m sharing my idea of a nut-free and gluten-free alternative to…
Eat Your Peas Quinoa Salad
We’re kicking off the week with my Eat Your Peas Quinoa Salad. A simple salad that’s easy to prep and can be made ahead for a quick lunch or dinner option. Perfect for a busy schedule. Keeping the ingredients simple, and making your own dressings, not only saves time but increases your daily nutritional needs with…
Roasted Kabocha Salad
We’ve started our week off with a beautiful Roasted Kabocha Squash Salad made with Organic Girl Mache Blend, pomegranate seeds, Austrian pumpkin seeds and our homemade Pear and Thyme Dressing. I absolutely love the versatility of kabocha with its slightly sweet and earthy flavor. I typically roast it in the oven and then add to my…
Stone Fruit Salad
Meal prep could not be easier than throwing together a salad with Organic Girl greens. My advice to anyone with a busy lifestyle is to use organic, pre-packaged salad mixes. Today I’m sharing our Stone Fruit Salad made in under 5 minutes! Yep, under five minutes my friends, and that includes the homemade dressing. Now that’s the way to get…
Crunchy Cruciferous Detox Salad
Cruciferous vegetables include vegetables in the Brassicaceae family like arugula, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, collards, kale, and radishes. What are the benefits of eating cruciferous vegetables? According to the American Institute for Cancer Research, cruciferous vegetables have been shown to be protective against some types of cancer. These powerhouse class of veggies are full of antioxidants,…
Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad
Although your typical tabbouleh salad is made with bulgur (wheat that has been parboiled, dried, and cracked), we’ve decided to mix-it-up with a Goofy Foot twist. Our Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad substitutes quinoa (considered a complete protein) for the more traditional bulgur wheat, making this dish completely vegan and gluten-free. Not only have we increased the protein by…