These gluten-free and yeast-free flatbreads make a wonderful side dish for hearty bean stews or chicken soup! Once cooked, the flatbreads can be frozen in between pieces of parchment paper.

This easy and nutrient-dense chili recipe is made in an Instant Pot! An electric pressure cooker will cut down cooking time and create very tender meat. Serve chili with chopped cilantro, fresh chili peppers, and sliced avocado for a nourishing weeknight meal.

These grain-free almond flour cookies are delicious served as an after-dinner treat with a mug of herbal tea, or as an after-school snack for your children. One of my favorite types of tea is holy basil (tulsi); it is calming and supportive to the nervous system, immune system, and digestive system.

Serve this warming vegetable-bean soup on a rainy evening along with a pot of white rice or brown rice and extra cilantro for garnishing. I highly recommend using a homemade vegetable stock or chicken stock in place of the water, as either of these will deepen the flavors.

Arugula and radicchio are bitter vegetables that stimulate every aspect of the digestive process. The lemon, fresh basil, and goat cheese complement the bitter greens perfectly to make them more palatable in larger amounts. Serve salad with Herb Roasted Halibut or Lemony Braised Chicken and Fennel. 

Borscht is a classic eastern European soup made with beets, beef, and cabbage. It is deeply nourishing and very flavorful. I like to add plenty of fresh dill before serving to liven the flavors even more! Using a high-quality beef bone broth is essential for this recipe! Try my homemade Nourishing Beef Bone Broth recipe or Kettle and Fire's Beef Bone Broth.

Serve this nourishing low-histamine meal for an easy weeknight dinner. Serve alongside a simple arugula salad with a blueberry vinaigrette. 

This nutrient-dense, anti-inflammatory recipe is quick to prepare and perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. Serve with a Cucumber Kale Salad for a balanced low-histamine and low-FODMAP meal. 

The ingredients in this fresh juice recipe are designed to calm down gut inflammation and help stop an IBS or IBD flare. Use it to reset your system if you feel out of balance or you are experiencing a lot of pain and inflammation. I suggest adding as much fresh ginger and turmeric as you can tolerate. I use a Hurom Slow Juicer, which keeps the juice cool as it is being pressed, preventing oxidation. 

This egg-free and gluten-free quick bread recipe is perfect for Holiday gatherings. Serve as part of an Easter brunch or Christmas breakfast. I am using currants in this recipe—small dried grapes, often called Zante currants. You can use regular raisins in place of them; I prefer currants because of their small size and brighter flavors. 

Poaching is a very easy way to prepare fish. The key to an excellent final dish is to create a flavorful poaching liquid first! The coconut-based poaching liquid in this recipe uses fresh ginger and turmeric to create a savory, anti-inflammatory base. If you can't find fresh halibut, use wild salmon fillets instead.

I absolutely love baking with buckwheat flour. It has a robust, earthy flavor and impressive nutritional profile. Paired with a high-quality raw cacao powder and extra virgin olive oil, you get a phytonutrient-rich healing dessert! Both buckwheat flour and cacao powder are rich sources of flavonoids and polyphenols. These compounds have numerous beneficial impacts on different systems in the body. Did you know that polyphenols interact with the gut microbiota and act as prebiotics for beneficial bacteria?

Serve this simple, light salad with some type of teriyaki chicken and rice. It is best served within an hour of dressing the salad. Add a few teaspoons of toasted sesame seeds for extra flavor if desired! 

This low-carb, dairy-free soup is delicious when served alone for a light lunch or as part of a southwestern-style dinner. Serve with Chipotle-Lime Roasted Chicken or Braised Green Chili Beef!

Honor the mothers, grandmothers, and nurturing figures in your life this Mother’s Day by creating a meal made with whole food ingredients and heartfelt intention. Whether you’re preparing breakfast in bed, a spring-inspired brunch, or a simple family dinner, I’ve gathered a collection of nourishing, gluten-free recipes to inspire you.

These light and tender gluten-free pancakes are rich in protein and calcium thanks to creamy ricotta cheese, making them a nourishing and satisfying breakfast or brunch option. Fresh lemon zest adds a bright, citrusy flavor that pairs beautifully with seasonal berries. For even more lemon essence, try adding a few drops of food-grade lemon essential oil. Serve warm with a dollop of extra ricotta, a handful of fresh berries, and a drizzle of pure maple syrup. Elegant yet easy to prepare, these pancakes are a lovely way to celebrate spring mornings or a special occasion like Mother’s Day.

An Instant Pot can create deeply nourishing meals in a very short amount of time! I love using one for cooking meat; the high pressure quickly tenderizes chicken, creating delicious soups or stews. Other vegetables can be added to this recipe such as parsnips, green beans, or zucchini! 

Smoked goat cheddar can be found in the cheese section of your local grocery store. If you can't find it, use a regular sharp goat cheddar cheese or an extra sharp cow's milk cheddar. The sharp and smoky flavors of the cheese perfectly complement the tangy grapefruit vinaigrette and spicy arugula! Serve with roasted chicken or fish for a balanced, nourishing meal. 

Beautiful and light, these egg-free and gluten-free muffins are bursting with lemony flavor and sweet, juicy berries. You can use either fresh or frozen blueberries in this recipe, making it a perfect treat anytime of the year.

This mushroom pâté is rich in polysaccharides that feed beneficial microorganisms in the gut as well as promote a healthy adaptive and innate immune response to pathogens. Serve this nutrient-dense recipe as an appetizer, or spread it onto your favorite tortilla or collard green and add sprouts, avocado, and your favorite fixings; serve it for a quick, nourishing lunch! 

Fried rice is one of my children's favorite meals. They love it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! Leftover rice (or day-old rice) is best to use when making any type of fried rice recipe, as it doesn't clump up and stick together like freshly cooked rice does.

The fresh flavors of Thai cuisine come together beautifully in this grilled chicken salad! Cucumber, mint, basil, and cilantro pair with a spicy lime-peanut dressing and grilled red curry chicken. Serve with your favorite Thai-style recipes!

Full body health begins with the little things we do every day. Did you know that incorporating fresh herbs and spices into your meals adds thousands of flavonoid compounds that benefit your health and the health of your microbiome? Flavonoids from plant foods have been found to possess antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, are protective against neuroinflammation and neurodegeneration, and help prevent a wide range of cancers. Fresh basil, cilantro, mint, parsley, rosemary, thyme garlic, turmeric, and ginger are herbs and spices that can easily be incorporated into your daily meals. Not only do these herbs brighten the flavors of the final dish, but they add an abundance of phytonutrients that reduce inflammation and prevent disease! 

Lentil dal is an easy and inexpensive meat-free meal to make for dinner, even on a busy weeknight! Although it may require some cooking time, there is very little prep work involved. Lentils are high in folate, and anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer polyphenols. They also contain about 12 grams of protein per quarter cup (uncooked)! Serve dal with cooked white or brown rice and this Raw Cilantro-Lime Chutney for an easy, nourishing meal. 

These classic chocolate chip cookies are made with healthier ingredients and are gluten-free! The butter can be replaced with softened coconut oil or shortening to make them dairy-free! Pack one of these nutrient-dense chocolate chip cookies in a child's lunchbox, or serve with a cup of almond milk for a great after-school snack!

Tacos can be such an easy and healthy dinner when made with nutrient-dense ingredients! This recipe is great to make when you are short on time and need to quickly get a healthy meal on the dinner table. Add extra jalapeños to the slaw for more spice!

This dairy- and gluten-free meal is quick, easy, and nutrient-dense! I would highly recommend making a double batch if you have hungry teenagers! Serve with steamed broccoli or green beans for a simple, balanced meal.

These antioxidant-rich vegetarian burgers are so easy to make, you just need a food processor! Serve burgers wrapped in lettuce leaves with a dollop of plain Greek yogurt and your favorite fixings! Leftover burgers can be served cold or room temp the next day on a salad. 

This lovely salad is perfectly balanced with contrasting flavors—bitter, salty, sour, spicy, and umami! Radicchio is a bitter "green" that helps to stimulate all aspects of the digestive process.

This low-carb, high-protein meal is delicious for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! Frozen riced cauliflower can be used in place of the head of fresh cauliflower to reduce prep time! 

Rice bowls are so easy to prep! Once all of the ingredients are ready to go, they can all be stored in your fridge in separate containers for quick lunches or meals to-go. Begin by cooking the rice, either on the stovetop or in an Instant Pot, then marinate the chicken, prep the veggies, and make the dressing. The ingredient list may seem long, but it is a very easy recipe to make! Wasabi powder is made from dried Japanese horseradish; it is very pungent and spicy. Be sure to use a brand that does not contain any extra ingredients or colorings. 

Serve this hearty detox salad for lunch or dinner! All of the components can be prepped ahead of time and stored separately in your fridge for an easy meal in minutes. Use a damp paper towel or tea towel to cover the salad and place it in your fridge for up to three days. Other delicious additions to this salad include thinly sliced red onions, green onions, sprouts, and toasted sunflower seeds! 

This classic American-style casserole is perfect if you have a few growing teenagers in your house who need calorie-dense food! Serve with steamed broccoli or a simple green salad for a nourishing family meal. 

Serve these easy sheet pan meatballs with your favorite green salad, steamed vegetables, or a cabbage slaw! They are also delicious served with warm zucchini noodles and olive oil. 

This easy grain-free, nut-free cake is perfect to make during berry season! Use fresh raspberries, blackberries, or marionberries. For a single layer cake, cut the recipe in half. Use Whipped Coconut Cream or whipped heavy cream in between the layers and top with fresh berries and edible flowers if desired. 

These steak kebobs can be made with beef stew meat or your favorite cut of beef. The trick to tenderizing the meat is to soak it in the vinegar marinade! Let it marinate on your counter for a minimum of 30 minutes or in your fridge for up to 3 hours. Serve kebobs with a summer garden salad for an easy, nourishing meal.

Serve these decadent gluten-free, lactose-free peanut butter brownies at your next holiday gathering. Sometimes it is good to have healthier gluten-free versions of traditional favorites when you are in need of a dessert to share!

Serve this nutrient-dense nut-free treat as an after-school snack for your children, or pack a jar in your child's lunchbox! This pudding recipe also makes a great treat to have on hand during the summer months. Store in covered jars in your refrigerator for up to a week. 

Chia pudding made with real food ingredients is a powerhouse of nutrients—especially important for growing, active children! This nut- and dairy-free pudding recipe is rich in polyphenols, protein, healthy fats, fiber, complex carbohydrates, calcium, and magnesium. In fact, one serving contains over 13 grams of protein, 29 grams of healthy fats, 31 grams of carbohydrates, 10 grams of fiber, and over 230mg of calcium! Chia seeds also have a high antioxidant activity due to their high levels of various polyphenols. Not only can this lower inflammation throughout the body by reducing free radicals, but polyphenols also act as pre-biotics in the gut, promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria!