RECIPES
Gluten-free, dairy-free, low sugar recipes for you to make and enjoy
Lemon Poppyseed Waffles (GF, DF, vegan option)
Waffles are one of the favorite weekend breakfasts for my kids and these lemon ones are fun and sweet enough they don't need any syrup (but no judgment if you decide to add a little!). Makes 4 Belgian waffles Ingredients: 2 cups gf flour1 tsp baking powderZest of two...
Vegan Carne Asada Lettuce Wrap Tacos (GF, DF)
Vegan "meats" have come a long way since I was a vegetarian back in the 90s. These new mushroom-based Meati Foods brand carne asada "steaks" are my favorite so far, and are perfect when you're craving something lighter, or wanting to impress a vegan guest....
Pitaya Bowl (Vegan, GF)
Pitaya is another word for dragonfruit, and typically is the "red" version which is a beautiful, vibrant magenta color. You can find this pre-blended and frozen, as I did here, or you can buy the pitaya whole and blend it ahead of time, place it in ice cube trays or a...
Tropical Papaya Boat (GF, DF, Vegan Option)
Who doesn't love a pretty and dramatic dish for breakfast or brunch? This papaya bowl is a stunner and full of healthy vitamins and minerals to start your day off right. Ingredients: 1/2 papaya, cut lengthwise and seeds removed 5 oz plant-based plain yogurt (such as...
Fig & Blueberry Vegan Yogurt Bowl
Fresh figs are an amazing treat when they are in season. In Chinese Medicine, figs help to eliminate toxins, clear heat, tonify the qi and blood, and they help the spleen, stomach, lungs, and large intestine. Blueberries are not only packed with amazing antioxidants-...
Herby Scrambled Eggs
Eggs are good for helping to build kidney qi according to Chinese Medicine, and so if you're feeling tired or run down, or you've been "burning the candle at both ends" lately, try out these herby scrambled eggs. They're my favorite way to eat scrambled eggs and the...
Summer Berry Fruit Salad
It may be simple, but this combination of berries is both tasty and beautiful for any summer gathering. You can serve with some coconut whipped cream if you want to make it extra patriotic for Memorial Day or 4th of July. Since strawberries tend to be one of the most...
Tandoori Spiced Chicken Kabobs (GF, DF)
If you're like me, you are balancing all the things- kids, work, exercise, hobbies- and so you don't always have time or energy to make intricate recipes with tons of spices, steps, and ingredients. This recipe is easy enough to throw together in a few mins (with a...
Lemon Wild Blueberry Muffins (GF, DF, oil free)
If you're limiting oils and need a tasty muffin option, these are a pretty solid contender. They have a less sticky texture, but they're fluffy and pillowy all the same, which to me, still makes for a fun muffin! Wild blueberries allow for a little pop of blueberry...
Sautéed Mixed Greens
This simple but tasty mix of greens makes for a perfect, easy side dish for breakfast next to some eggs, or dinner with salmon or other protein of your choice. I sometimes double the recipe if I've got a lot of greens that are starting to turn or if I want to have...