Want an deliciously different and healthier option for salad dressing with a few simple ingredients? Try walnut oil which is packed with an average of 1.77 g of Omega 3 per serving (1 Tbs). A Tablespoon of walnut oil contains about the same amount of omegas as a wild salmon fillet.  Walnut oil has a 12 month shelf life and recommended that it be refrigerated after opening. 4 Tbs of walnut oil 1 Tbs of balsamic vinegar 1 tsp of dijon mustard Dash of pink Himalayan sea salt Combine all ingredients and enjoy!

Since I love the flavor of walnuts and the amazing health benefits (omega-3s), I am extremely excited about these "burgers". It's also a great way to create a Meatless Monday or any meatless day. 1 cup chopped organic walnuts (or BHT free) 3/4 cup of cooked garbanzo beans or lentils 1/3 cup of ground raw oatmeal or gluten-free bread crumbs 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 TBS Bragg's Liquid Aminos (healthy nonGMO alternative to soy sauce) 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes 1 TBS of apple cider vinegar 1-2 cloves of garlic 1 organic egg Place all the ingredients, except the egg, in a Vitamix or food processor and blend. Bake…

My son made this for me on Mother's Day which was a wonderful gift! For a meatless version, you could easily substitute tofu, tempeh or just omit the chicken as it would still be delicious.  Serve the salad room temperature or chilled. As always, be sure the ingredients are organic, or grown without pesticides and nonGMO. 1/2 cup of diced celery 3/4 cup of grated carrot 3/4 cup shredded cabbage 2 tsp minced garlic 3 cups of cooked quinoa 1 1/3 c cooked and diced organic chicken 1/4 cup diced green onion 1/4 c Buffalo wing sauce 1/2 T lemon juice 1/2 tsp sea salt (pink Himalayan is my…

Organic Edamame (nonGMO soybeans) are a great snack full of nutrition. The key is that that must be organic or nonGMO to be healthy or safe.  A 2/3 cup serving contains 120 calories, 4 gram of fiber, 10 grams of protein, 10% calcium, 10% iron and 20% Vitamin C! We purchase the frozen version which is most readily available and prepare as stated below. These make a great snack or lunch entree! Cook edamame in 4 cups of purified boiling water on medium-high heat for 3 minutes. Drain and season with pink Himalayan/Celtic Salt or with the Soy Dipping Sauce below.  To eat, split the pod with your fingers…

I can't be the only one who loves Garlic Potato Soup, right? I've never been a fan of milk-based soups so I wanted to create a broth-based version of potato soup. The only way I like warm milk (and I only drink plant-based) is swimming in cocoa! This soup is simple to make and really warms you from the inside out. And on a cold, snowy day like today, I need that. Hello frozen toes! Your local grocery store should have everything you need for this soup. If you can't find the wakame, don't worry. It's optional! I love to add sea vegetables for the salty flavor and nutritional…

Fall is here and when we think fall flavors, pumpkin is at the top of the ingredient list.   It is a low calorie vegetable rich in dietary fiber, anti-oxidants, minerals, vitamins. Pumpkin is one of the food items recommended by dietitians in cholesterol controlling and weight reduction programs.   It's full of vitamin A, and flavonoid polyphenolic antioxidants such as leutein, xanthin, and carotenes.  We recently made these flavorful muffins for a breakfast event and they were a big hit.  The muffins are gluten free and will sure to become a favorite recipe.  You're family and friends won't believe they are good for them! Find the recipe at Clean Eating Gluten…