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When life is crazy busy, the thought of hosting a friend gathering may sound like the last thing you want to worry about. It can be much easier to just meet at a restaurant together. But the thing is, there’s not much personal about inviting your friends to gather at a crowded restaurant, to pay […]

Simple Steps to Hosting a Friend Brunch

This is seriously the most satisfying soup. The spice of the curry paste is perfectly balanced by the creamy coconut milk, and the textures of the soft sweet potatoes with the slightly crunchy kale leaves nothing to be desired. Makes about 6 servings! Coconut Curry Chicken Soup Ingredients: 2 lbs. chicken tenders 1 T. ghee […]

Coconut Curry Chicken Soup

I could eat brussels sprouts and sweet potatoes at every meal for the rest of my life. But somehow, this glaze makes them EVEN BETTER. Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Brussels + Maple Coconut Tahini Glaze   Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Brussels: 1 package brussels sprouts, halved 1 large sweet potato, cut into 1-inch flat “triangles” […]

Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Brussels + Maple Coconut Tahini Glaze

This salad is so light and fresh, but hearty and satisfying at the same time. Typically, I pair arugula with sweet fruits, but this is my favorite savory combo when I want to reset my sweet tooth. It’s full of so many different textures to keep you entertained until the last bite. Keep as a side, or add protein […]

Savory Arugula Salad

This side comes together in a matter of minutes. The tanginess of the lime, freshness of the cilantro, and creaminess of the coconut milk make for a balanced, flavorful dish. Though you can’t expect the chewy texture of rice, this does the trick without all the starch. Creamy Coconut Cauliflower Rice Ingredients: ½ tablespoon coconut […]

Creamy Coconut Cauliflower Rice

I threw this together one morning when I was tired of my usual breakfast, but low on ingredients. Packed with protein, healthy fiber, and flavor, it is healthy enough for a weekday breakfast and hearty enough for a weekend brunch. Chicken Sausage and Spinach Egg White Frittata Ingredients: 1 link chicken sausage, chopped into bite-sized […]

Chicken Sausage and Spinach Egg White Frittata

Quite possibly the ultimate summer dish. I can’t tell you how many times I made this last summer with my neighbor’s fresh peaches. The sweet peaches and blueberries pair perfectly with the tangy maple dijon dressing, and the richness from the goat cheese and avocado team up with the heartiness of the grain to bring […]

Sweet Summer Kale Salad

The fact that this recipe is free of grains, dairy, soy, nightshades, legumes, and nuts yet still feels so hearty and flavorful completely amazes me! Plus it tastes just a good leftover. Even if you don’t have any allergies, add this to your weekly lineup to give your body a break from harder to digest […]

Curried Chicken Butter-Lettuce Wraps