The Almighty Balancer

The Almighty Balancer

I call this cleansing salad: The Almighty Balancer.  😉  After any indulgences (food, sugar, alcohol) this little jam will clean ya right up! Radishes, carrots, parsley, kale, purple cabbage: topped with rice wine vinegar, Japanese mixed spice blend called gomasio, and...
Get your hands on these WHOACAKES!

Get your hands on these WHOACAKES!

Whoa mama (and papa, cuz these healthy pancakes are for everyone!). I LOVE pancakes, for all the nostalgic reasons and also for their practicality when made with the good good. This morning, in an all-out ravenous post-workout moment I made the above and they came out...
R&B and R&B (Rice & Beans and Anita Baker)

R&B and R&B (Rice & Beans and Anita Baker)

During the holidays, we’re prone to overindulging, don’t fight it, just make sure you’re balancing out with nutritious, fortifying meals. This complete protein, clean meal brings this rice and beans recipe into a new territory of yum. For four servings: 1 cup brown...
The Besto Pesto

The Besto Pesto

Not Ya Grandma’s Pasta Topping Did you know that pesto can be one of the most creative and green-infused toppings of all time? That might be a little dramatic, but it honestly is a great way to add flavor and extra greens (YES, Fresh herbs SO count towards your...
Green smoothies EVERYWHERE!

Green smoothies EVERYWHERE!

I love green smoothies! After my most recent bicycle accident I knew I needed to heal myself with nutrition. I had a broken pelvis and wasn’t able to stand for more than a minute or two even with the help of crutches. My dad saved the day by gifting me a Vitamix...
¡Comida!

¡Comida!

I’m heading into the final week of a two-week stay in Puerto Vallarta. It’s hot. I’m trying to work, workout, relax, and cook. As usual, I’ve taken on a lot and can’t really call this a vacation though it’s had its moments. And I...