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Tag: Carrots

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Crunchy Veggie + Poached Shrimp Summer Rolls Spring is here,  Summer is around the corner, try these rolls now or at your next Summer dinner party! *Special credits to Peloton instructor and wellness expert, Emma Lovewell for sharing this recipe! Ingredients 20 Rice Paper Rolls (*Purchased from an Asian supermarket or online)…

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Honey Roasted Carrots with Goat Cheese + Pistachios Going to the local farmer’s market? Pick up some rainbow carrots! While rainbow carrots are at peak freshness during Fall, regular bagged carrots can be purchased at a local grocery store throughout the year. Look for smaller, thinner carrots that will have a…

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Tomato Lentil Soup Simple to prepare and many variations to try! Add cooked bulgar and sprinkle of parmesan? Sauté curry powder with the onion? Toss in baby spinach or kale? Add fresh herbs or pesto just before serving? Ingredients 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 large Onion (chopped) 1/4 cup Tomato…

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Savory Mushroom Barley A simple, healthful, and delicious side dish that can be prepped and served in 20 minutes! *Exact Savory Mushroom Barley Recipe not pictured.  Ingredients 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil 3 cloves Garlic (minced) 1 Carrot (finely chopped) 1 tablespoon Tomato Paste 1 sprig Thyme or Rosemary 1/2 pound…

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    Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Chicken Tagine A classic Moroccan chicken dish!   Ingredients 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 1/2 pounds Bone-in, Skinless Chicken Thighs or Breasts 1 large Onion (chopped) 3 Garlic Cloves (minced) 1 tablespoon Ginger (grated) 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste 1 teaspoon Paprika (may be substituted with Curry Powder) 1/2 teaspoon Coriander…

  • Foodie Friday

    Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Cold Weather Cure A Winter smoothie to protect you from the inevitable winter cold! Ingredients 1 1/2 cups Unsweetened Almond Milk 1 Whole Apple (chopped) (frozen preferred) 1/2 cup Blueberries (frozen preferred) 1 small bunch Spinach or Kale 2 Baby Carrots 2 teaspoon Collagen Powder 1 teaspoon Wheat Germ Directions Add…

  • A Non-Turkey Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Are you stuffed up to your eyeballs and beyond with turkey and all its fixings? Do you need a turkey “detox”? What is another high protein alternative to turkey? Simple Lentil Soup Ingredients 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil  1 1/2 cups Onion (chopped) (fresh or frozen) 1 cup Carrots (shredded or…

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Days are shorter. Temperatures are chillier.  A healthy, hearty bean stew to warm your body and fuel your mind! Ingredients  2 large Carrots (finely chopped) 1 large Onion (finely chopped) 3 Tbs. Extra-Virgin Olive Oil 2 Tbs. Tomato Paste 1 tsp. Dried Oregano or Thyme 2 cans Cannellini Beans (no salt…

  • Thursday Nugget

    Recipe of the Week Coconut Cauliflower Soup with Ginger and Turmeric Ingredients 2 ½ – 3 lbs. Cauliflower (cut into 1 ½ florets) 1 Yellow Onion (chopped) 2 Garlic Cloves (minced) 2 Carrots (peeled and chopped) 2 Celery Stalks (chopped) 3 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil ½ teaspoon Ground Turmeric 2 teaspoon Fresh Ginger (grated) 1…

  • Winter Soup Recipe

    Coconut Acorn Squash & Carrot Soup Ingredients 1 medium Acorn Squash 1 tbsp. Organic Virgin Coconut Oil or Grass-fed Butter 1 cup Shredded or Chopped Carrot 1/2 cup Chopped Onion 1 tbsp. Grated Fresh Ginger or Ginger Powder 1 14-oz. can Unsweetened Coconut Milk 1 1/2 tsp. Salt 1 1/2 cups Water (optional) Directions Cut squash in half…