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Creamy Jalapeno Parsley Hummus
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Garbanzo Beans Garbanzo beans are high in protein and a great source of fiber! They are an excellent way to add protein to a meal or snack for those of you who do not consume animal protein. Half a cup of garbanzo beans, otherwise known as chickpeas, contains: 6 grams of protein 6 grams…
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5 Ways to Increase Veggie Intake
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Why Veggies? Whether you love em’ or hate vegetables are vital powerhouses that fuel us with nutrients. Veggies offer fiber and micronutrients that the body needs in order to thrive. Fiber is responsible for helping the gut function optimally. It is used to help assist food and fuel through your digestive system properly. Incorporating…
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Butternut Maple Risotto
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Winter Squashes Winter squashes are extremely versatile and super easy to “dress up” with flavor. The winter squashes include: butternut, acorn, spaghetti, kabocha and red kabocha, carnival , sugar pumpkin, sweet dumpling, and delicata squash. Winter squashes are high in: VITAMIN A Vit. A is a fat soluble nutrient that is essential for: immune function,…
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Shakshuka Breakfast Skillet
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What is Shakshuka? Shakshuka is a popular Middle Eastern breakfast dish! It’s full of lots of tomatoes and warm spices. This month, October, tomatoes are in season so it’s the perfect breakfast option to utilize in-season vegetables. Cumin Did you know cumin is the second most used spice? This is for good…
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Why Should You Eat In-Season For Your Zip Code?
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In my last two blogpost I wrote extensively about LIGHT! We discussed how light affects us positively and negatively. Sunlight also affects how crops are grown and determines what foods grow in season. You’re probably saying “okay, great… but why should I eat in-season?”, right? I am about to answer that question and explain…