This beautiful, creamy dressing is perfect to dress any type of salad greens, or toss it with thinly sliced cabbage and fresh mandarin oranges. Dressing will keep for up to 10 days in the refrigerator in a covered glass jar. Olive oil slightly hardens at refrigerator temperatures so just run the jar under hot water, and then shake well, before using.

There’s nothing better than a bowl of creamy, warm squash soup on a chilly autumn day! Serve soup sautéed kale and brown rice for a balanced meal.

This bright and flavorful vegan soup is filled with spring greens, tender potatoes, chickpeas, and plenty of fresh herbs, all simmered in a light lemony broth. Perfect for early spring, it's nourishing without feeling heavy and comes together with simple ingredients you may already have on hand. Serve with a crisp green salad or crusty bread for dipping.

This creamy smoked salmon pasta salad is filled with sweet green peas, fresh spring herbs, and tender pasta, all tossed in a tangy yogurt dressing that brings everything together beautifully. The combination of dill, parsley, chives, and lemon creates a bright, fresh flavor that pairs perfectly with the rich smoked salmon. Serve it as a light lunch, bring it to a picnic or potluck, or enjoy it alongside grilled fish or chicken for an easy warm-weather meal.

This smoothie recipe uses raw brazil nuts and chia seeds as the base—a protein and healthy fat-rich way to start your day. The brazil nuts provide an abundance of selenium—a mineral that can often be deficient in many people’s diets. Selenium is used in the body to make proteins necessary for detoxification, for mitochondrial biogenesis, and for proper immune system and thyroid function. Serve this smoothie for breakfast or a late-night snack!

We absolutely love using fresh pineapple in green smoothies—it creates such a flavorful, yummy green drink! If you can’t find fresh organic pineapple, look for it frozen at your local health food store.

There is something deeply comforting about a pot of curry simmering on the stove. The aroma of ginger, garlic, and warming spices fills the kitchen, inviting everyone to gather around the table. This South Indian-inspired Madras Chicken Curry combines tender chicken with a rich tomato-coconut sauce and an aromatic blend of spices that create a deeply satisfying, nourishing meal.

This simple stovetop casserole combines all the flavors of beef enchiladas into one quick and easy skillet meal. It's hearty, satisfying, and ideal for feeding a table full of hungry teens. Serve with your favorite toppings, such as avocado, tomatoes, cilantro, sour cream, and serrano chilies.

This millet tabouli salad is a gluten-free version of traditional tabbouleh, made with fluffy millet, fresh parsley and mint, crisp vegetables, lemon juice, and extra virgin olive oil. Light, refreshing, and full of fresh flavor, it makes an easy side dish for summer meals, picnics, and potlucks. Enjoy it straight from the refrigerator for a simple lunch with hummus, leftover grilled chicken, or wild salmon. The flavors meld beautifully as it sits, making it a wonderful make-ahead salad to keep on hand throughout the week.

Frozen or fresh raspberries combined with quinoa and almond milk create a delicious breakfast cereal! Make up a double batch of this recipe on the weekend and then reheat small portions as needed throughout the week.

This fresh and flavorful salad comes together in just minutes, making it an easy option for lunch or a light dinner. Arugula and cabbage, members of the cruciferous vegetable family, contain naturally occurring compounds that support the body's detoxification pathways, while shrimp supplies high-quality protein and betaine, a nutrient that helps support healthy methylation. Creamy avocado adds fiber and nourishing monounsaturated fats to keep you satisfied, and the Thai-inspired dressing brings everything together with bright, zesty flavor.

If you have a few overripe bananas waiting to be used, this flourless banana almond butter bread is the perfect solution. Made with almond butter instead of flour, this nourishing loaf comes together quickly in one bowl and is lightly sweetened with coconut sugar for just the right amount of sweetness. Baking it in a cake pan allows for even cooking and a wonderfully moist texture. Enjoy a slice for breakfast, tuck it into lunchboxes, or keep it on hand for nourishing snacks throughout the week.

This creamy lime curd tart has a bright citrus flavor balanced by a silky, coconut-infused filling and a simple almond-coconut crust. Sweetened with just a touch of raw honey, it's naturally dairy-free and refined sugar-free, making it a beautiful dessert for those following gut-healing or grain-free diets. The fresh lime flavor and sunny color make it especially lovely for Easter, Mother's Day, spring gatherings, or any occasion that calls for something a little special.

We like to serve this recipe with curried chicken, rice, and a salad made from romaine lettuce and cucumbers. Garam masala is an Indian spice blend usually consisting of cumin, cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, black pepper, and turmeric. Look for it in the bulk spice section of your local health food store.

This simple green smoothie is one of my family's favorites. It’s cool, creamy, bright, and incredibly refreshing on a warm sunny day. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it comes together in minutes and offers an easy way to add more nutrient-dense foods to your daily routine. Kale is a nutritional powerhouse, providing glucosinolates that can be converted into compounds such as sulforaphane, which help upregulate the body's antioxidant and detoxification enzymes.

This quick and easy Mediterranean-inspired dinner comes together in one pan and is packed with flavor. Tender sea bass fillets gently poach in a flavorful broth with tomatoes, olives, and leafy greens, creating a simple meal that's perfect for busy weeknights. It's naturally low in carbohydrates when served on its own, yet can easily be made more substantial by serving it over cooked gluten-free noodles or your favorite grain. Pair it with a simple green salad for a fresh and satisfying meal.

This simple roasted wild salmon filet is one of the easiest ways to create a nourishing meal when you don't have much time to cook. Wild coho and sockeye salmon work especially well for this cooking method, and roasting the whole filet creates a beautiful presentation for both weeknight dinners and special gatherings. Serve it alongside steamed seasonal vegetables, a crisp green salad, and roasted winter squash or potatoes for a balanced meal. Leftovers are equally delicious flaked into salads, grain bowls, lettuce wraps, or folded into egg scrambles the next day.

This simple roasted baby broccoli is one of those easy side dishes that pairs with almost anything. Baby broccoli, also known as broccolini, has long tender stems and small florets that become sweet and lightly caramelized in the oven. With just a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of sea salt, it transforms into a flavorful vegetable side dish that's perfect alongside roasted meats, fish, grain bowls, or weeknight dinners.

Store these sweet, chocolaty, nourishing bars in your refrigerator for those moments when you need a healthy chocolate treat! For a nut-free version, use raw sunflower seeds and roasted sunflower seed butter in place of the almonds and almond butter.

This hearty plant-based curry is filled with tender potatoes, high-protein tofu, and warming Indian spices simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce. Serve it over brown or white basmati rice, if desired, and pair it with a simple lentil dal, fresh cilantro chutney, or other favorite Indian-inspired dishes. The flavors deepen as it rests, making leftovers just as delicious the next day.

This simple taco-seasoned ground beef is one of my favorite meal-prep staples to keep in the refrigerator for hungry teenagers. Paired with a pot of cumin-spiced pinto beans, cooked brown rice, sliced avocado, and a handful of baby arugula, it makes it easy for everyone to assemble nourishing meals on their own throughout the week. It’s also perfect tucked into your favorite tortillas and topped with fresh salsa, shredded lettuce, and other taco fixings for a quick and satisfying dinner.

This nourishing salmon, arugula, and egg scramble is a delicious way to transform leftover cooked salmon into a high-protein breakfast that comes together in minutes. Rich in high-quality protein, omega-3 fats, choline, and other essential nutrients, this scramble helps provide lasting energy and nourishment to start your day. Serve it with fresh radishes on the side for a balanced breakfast.

These soft and chewy egg-free bars come together quickly in one bowl and are naturally sweetened with dates and ripe banana, with no added sugar needed. Made with simple whole-food ingredients, they bake into satisfying bars that are easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy. They make an excellent energy-dense snack for long hikes, road trips, busy afternoons, or tucked into a child's lunchbox.

Serve this simple, nourishing beef roast with raw sauerkraut or a crunchy romaine lettuce salad for a balanced meal. I use potatoes, celery, and carrots in this recipe, but rutabaga or sweet potatoes also work quite well! 

Serve this beautiful and flavorful salad with baked sweet potatoes, roasted chicken, or a bean soup for a balanced meal. The salad lasts several days in the fridge, just keep the almonds on the side until you are ready to serve it! 

The herb marinade for this recipe is a beautiful bright green color! Serve chicken with steamed red potatoes, cooked frozen peas, and a green salad for a nourishing springtime meal. 

Serve a piece of this nourishing cake along with a cup of green tea and a hard boiled egg for a quick lunch. It also makes a healthy treat for your child’s lunchbox. Dollop with Vanilla Whipped Coconut Cream for a healthy after dinner sweet treat. If you don’t have cashew butter on hand use almond butter instead.

This delightful alternative to ice cream uses plant-based ingredients, with no added sweeteners, to create a nutrient-dense, creamy frozen dessert. The sweet flavors in this recipe come simply from fruit! Keep a batch of this nutritious dessert stocked in your freezer to satisfy those sweet cravings!

Frozen bananas can create the creamiest dairy-free ice cream! Whenever our bananas are getting too ripe I peel them and freeze them whole in large containers. This way we always have a supply for smoothies and sweet treats like this recipe! Serve with sliced bananas and raw cacao nibs.

I like to frost these cupcakes with the Honey-Cream Cheese Frosting and decorate them with fresh edible flowers. If you are following a diet that excludes dairy products, then frost these cupcakes with my Dairy-Free Sweet Potato Buttercream Frosting. 

I like to make this grain-free paleo cake when I have too many overripe bananas—it has all the comforting flavor of banana bread in a soft, tender cake form. Nobody can tell that it is grain and gluten-free! Top it with the Fudgy Coconut Frosting just after it comes out of the oven. Double the batch and bake in a 9x13-inch pan if desired.

By late spring, my garden is overflowing with fresh herbs and sugar snap peas—so much so that we enjoy them almost every day! This simple meal is one of my favorite ways to bring those fresh flavors together. Fresh herbs, sugar snap peas, and lemon provide an abundance of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory plant compounds, while quinoa and chicken create a balanced meal rich in protein and fiber for lasting nourishment. Enjoy these bowls for easy weeknight dinners or prepare the ingredients ahead of time for delicious lunches throughout the week.

A simple sesame-ginger marinade transforms salmon into a flavorful centerpiece for these nourishing bowls. Served with nutty black rice and crisp sugar snap peas, this colorful, antioxidant-rich meal comes together quickly for easy weeknight dinners and provides delicious leftovers to enjoy for lunch the next day.

Peaches have always been one of my favorite signs that summer has arrived. Whether I'm picking them up at the farmers market or pulling frozen slices from the freezer in the middle of winter, they always brighten this creamy breakfast. Rich in protein, fiber, and colorful phytonutrients, this comforting quinoa porridge helps support steady energy throughout the morning. Serve each bowl with your favorite non-dairy milk, a sprinkle of hemp seeds, or a dollop of coconut yogurt for an extra creamy finish.

This flavorful casserole brings together the comforting flavors of enchiladas in a low-carb, high-protein, high-fiber meal that's perfect for family dinners or enjoying throughout the week. Serve with a simple green salad for a balanced, nourishing meal.

Not only are these cookies gluten-free but they are also vegan, meaning they contain no dairy or eggs. The combination of the orange zest and shredded coconut gives these cookies a sweet flavor without needing to use a lot of sugar in the recipe.

Roasting enhances the natural sweetness of carrots, while cumin seeds add warm, earthy flavor to every bite. Rich in beta-carotene, fiber, and beneficial plant compounds, carrots help support vision and immune resilience, while cumin seeds have been traditionally used to support digestion. Serve alongside roasted chicken, braised lamb, grilled fish, lentils, or your favorite grain bowls.

Sweet, juicy strawberries and creamy yogurt come together with real vanilla powder for a refreshing frozen treat that's perfect for warm summer days. Keep a batch in the freezer for wholesome after-school snacks, healthy desserts, or cooling afternoon treats the whole family will enjoy all summer long.

Tender strips of grass-fed steak, sautéed onions, creamy avocado, and crisp romaine lettuce come together in these fresh, flavorful wraps. Rich in protein and healthy fats, they make a satisfying low-carbohydrate meal that's perfect for quick lunches or light dinners.

Sweet bananas, freshly grated carrots, and warming spices come together in these tender grain-free muffins that are naturally dairy-free and oil-free. Bake a batch for easy breakfasts throughout the week, pack them for snacks on the go, or enjoy one as a comforting bedtime treat with a mug of warm herbal tea.