Syrupy Rosemary Maple Oranges – Paleo, Vegan, Gluten-free Dessert

I have a certified sweet tooth, but the simplest, most wholesome foods will satisfy it, like nature’s candy – fruit! In cooler weather, citrus is a dependable pick from the produce department and you can easily turn them from lunchbox snack to elegant dessert with this recipe for Syrupy Rosemary Maple Oranges. Rosemary Maple Oranges

This vibrant paleo fruit dessert is best made in a cast iron skillet, and can be done on the grill for a little smoky flair or inside on the stovetop. The ingredients are super simple – oranges, coconut sugar, real maple syrup, fresh rosemary and a pinch of Himalayan pink salt. Continue reading

Peach Blueberry Protein Chia Pudding

Just peachy! And blueberry-y! Just say YES to my no-cook, super nourishing recipe for Peach Blueberry Protein Chia PuddingBlueberry Peach Protein Chia Pudding

I put my spin on this classic chia pudding (featuring two of my favorite summer fruits) by adding vanilla protein powder for a hunger smashing, express ticket on the muscle-making gains train. Continue reading

How to Make a Watermelon Margarita IN a Watermelon

There is nothing more refreshing, relaxing and ridiculously genius than a Watermelon Margarita – especially, a Margarita INSIDE a WatermelonIn a Watermelon Margarita

Work toward your daily recommended servings of fruit with this portable watermelon cocktail (or mocktail) and doesn’t dirty up any extra bar ware. Read on to learn how to make a watermelon margarita in a watermelon and simplify your Cinco de Mayo celebration this year! Continue reading

Blood Orange Beet Salad w/ Spicy Citrus Dressing | Vegan, Paleo, Whole30

Spring is still a few weeks away, but this beautiful Blood Orange and Beet Salad with Spicy Citrus Dressing can brighten your menu in 10 minutes. Making the most of late winter produce, including beets and citrus, this healthy plate of colorful fruits and vegetables makes a lovely light lunch or side dish with dinner.

Blood Orange Beet Salad | vega, paleo, whole30

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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