Serves 6
Including a few soups in the weekly meal prep is an awesome way to make sure lunch is ready! Keep a couple of days worth in the fridge and freeze the rest. This is a lovely combination of summer veggies, given depth by roasting and seasoning with fresh rosemary.
Read MoreCauliflower is a favorite at NYOUTRITION. This humble cruciferous veggie is loved for its high fiber, low calorie, phytonutrient-packed versatility. Delicious raw with a pinch of salt, as a healthy replacement for starch, or as it is here - simply roasted but a little dressed-up with the lovely addition of caramelized balsamic.
Serves 4
Radishes have always been a favorite over here at NYOUTRITION, but roasted radishes are a new fave. Super-easy and really delicious paired with shallots for sweetness and a nice herby vinaigrette. Get your daily dose of alliums (shallots) and cruciferous veggies (radishes)!
Makes 2 cups
I love a good red tomato salsa, but when I'm filling tacos with lots of super fresh, crunchy veggies, I feel like verde is a better fit. A little more acidic and a little fresher tasting. This recipe is full of flavor - the fresh oregano really adds a nice depth.
Serves 6
This soup is a perennial favorite because it's just as delicious hot on a wintry afternoon, as it is chilled for an outdoor summer dinner party. Spicy, sweet and earthy, this bright bowl covers all the flavor bases - while packing a serious punch of free-radical fighting vitamin A and anti-inflammatory ginger.
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One of my favorite tips for upping your nutrition game is to add alliums everyday. This means garlic, onions, leeks, and shallots. These pungent beauties help protect against cardiovascular disease by lowering cholesterol and blood pressure and pack a serious punch of antioxidants. This is one tasty way to fit them in. Pickled alliums are a nice addition to salads and tacos, and a flavor bomb condiment with fish, chicken or beef.
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This is one of those "happy accident" meals that happened when it was time to clean out the fridge. Gorgeous, summery and a beautiful mix of spicy and sweet. This experiment has become a staple.
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Here's a fun twist on a super-healthy summertime favorite. While I absolutely love the blended and slow-cooked flavors of the traditional dish, this iteration is a lovely brunch or dinner party presentation.
Makes 1 onion
The next time roasted veggies are going in the oven, add one of these beauties for something unexpected and your daily dose of disease-fighting alliums. The "petals" pull apart like an artichoke. The aroma in the oven is wonderful.
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Not as complicated as they look - and worth every bit of effort they require - salad rolls are a favorite treat when I'm craving something super-fresh. I rarely repeat a filling combo - but here is one of my favorites for it's contrast in flavors & textures.
Read MoreSpring gets me excited about a lot of things (Summer, mostly). In the meantime, I'm loading-up on one of my favorite veggies - artichokes! A wonderful source of prebiotic fiber and and a cholesterol-lowering compound called cynarin. Not to mention delicious. I love this puree with eggs, fish, chicken or as an alternative to hummus.
Read MoreMy favorite warm weather salad - super hydrating and covering all the flavor bases. Crunchy cucumber, sweet cantaloupe, spicy red onion & minty-dilly champagne vinaigrette. Summer on your plate anytime of year.
Read MoreI admit I've been resisting this trend, because #italiangirl and #ilovepizza. But, I decided surrender and see what all the fuss is about. It's actually delicious! This recipe has a wonderful texture and really holds up to the toppings. The scent of goat cheese in the oven is divine. This is a great gluten-free way to enjoy more veggies and makes a tasty avocado toast when I want to take a little break from bread.
Read MoreI love cauliflower's earthy sweetness. It makes such an awesome snack raw with just a little salt. Serious crunch. But, I'm also a soup fan and this veggie makes a great base for tons of greens. Tons of vitamins A & C are swimming in this bowl - providing a major anti-inflammatory punch! Add a little savory cashew cream to elevate things.
Read MoreIs there anything better than a spicy, warming bowl of noodles? For busy days, stay stocked with goodies like rice vermicelli, hearty stock, and whatever veggies you like. It's a 10-minute healthy hangry rescue. Just top with a bit of kimchi to elevate the flavor and get a nice boost of probiotics.
Read MoreMissing summer? Yeah, me too. Roasted cherry tomatoes on the vine give you that July feeling - even if it's January. A great accompaniment to fish, chicken, beef, pasta or other roasted veggies. These are intense, salty & sweet. Simply delicious - and so easy!
Read MoreUnless you’ve eaten freshly roasted beets, these little beauties are probably not one of your favorite vegetables. Many of us have only been exposed to the boiled, canned variety, which lack flavor and possess a weird texture. When beets are prepared in the following way, they achieve an earthy sweetness and maintain a lovely firmness. When kept simply prepared, they’re a great accompaniment to just about any protein. I make this dish several times a week.
Read MoreWhile there’s nothing wrong with good, high-quality butter, this herby-garlicky sauce is a nice, fresh alternative. And eating with your hands is simply fun.
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