Clementine Quinoa Kale Salad (with Minty Poppy Seed Dressing)

Okay, I’m THAT girl who takes something healthy to a Super Bowl party. However, my Clementine Quinoa Kale Salad with Minty Poppy Seed Dressing is a most valuable, veggie-packed player among the field of nachos, chili, chicken wings and other traditional game day grub.

Clementine Quinoa Kale Salad with Minty Poppyseed Dressing

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Far East Broiled Blood Oranges | Paleo, Vegan

Far East Broiled Blood Oranges are a healthy treat I was inspired to make with a few of these distinctively-colored oranges still sitting in my fruit bowl from the holidays and other simple ingredients I could rummage from the pantry. I’ve always loved broiled grapefruit, and so I figured it would probably translate well to most citrus – including blood oranges.Far East Broiled Blood Oranges

As with all broiled citrus or roasted citrus, I love how the juices mingle with the sugar that’s typically sprinkled on top to create a sweet caramelized crust. For these broiled oranges, I’ve used just a bit of date “sugar” to keep the recipe Paleo and just all around healthier. Read on to get all the unexpected flavorful ingredients and easy how-to: Continue reading

Creamy Tomato Cauliflower Soup | Dairy-free, Paleo, Vegan

My Creamy Tomato Cauliflower Soup is a satisfying little side to an entrée salad, take-along lunch or as a prelude to dinner. Although, it’s rich and creamy, it’s completely dairy-free. It’s made from canned coconut milk, making it suitable for lactose-free, Paleo and vegan diets. Creamy Tomato Cauliflower Soup - Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Vegan, Paleo

Bonus, this tomato cauliflower SUPER easy to make and is delicious both warm and cold – although in these winter months, I definitely prefer HOT soup! Read on to get the vegan tomato soup recipe. Continue reading

Homemade Soup Mix in Jar | 3 Recipes

Assembling Homemade Soup Mix in a Jar is smart way to stock the pantry for winter, an easy and nourishing meal is just minutes away. Today, I’m sharing three different soup mixes to meal-prep for enjoyment later . . Vegan Italian Bean & Lentil Soup, Black Bean Chili Starter, and Lemony Chicken Rice Noodle Soup.

Jar Soup Mixes - Three flavors, great to meal prep and stock the pantry for easy meals or to give as a thoughtful homemade food gift. Something for everyone including gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan.Make one, or all – there is something to suit nearly every type diet including gluten-free, low-carb, vegetarian and more. Also, Homemade Soup Mix in a Jar is a great idea to give as an edible holiday gift or hostess gift– the colorful layers in the jar are the “wrapping” and then just tie up the homemade food gift with a pretty bow and the instructions. Continue reading

Festive Winter Fruit Salad with Chia Seed Dressing

Celebrate the holiday season in sweet style or add more merry to an everyday winter meal with this Festive Winter Fruit Salad with Chia Seed Dressing. Seems like fruit salad often takes a backseat in the colder-weather months, but no need to keep Mother Nature’s beautiful bounty a side dish for just summer dinners and events.

Featuring the best picks of winter fruits, including a few year-round staples (bananas to the rescue!), this winter fruit salad is dressed up with a lightly sweet-tangy poppyseed dressing. It’s a lovely addition to any holiday or Christmas brunch and or even to liven up packed lunches for work or school. Continue reading