fresh cucumber and cilantro dip

it’s officially spring.  increased sunlight and higher temperatures allow for better digestion, so my body is naturally seeking fresh fruits and vegetables to detox from a winter of eating slow cooked stews and starchy sweets. i’ve been searching for simple and refreshing recipes and this one is a definite winner.  the cucumbers, cilantro and lemon juice give it a light, fresh, cool flavor, while the avocado and oat milk keep it creamy. if... Read More

raw tomato pesto soup

soup is pretty much my favorite food to eat, but it can take a long time to make a batch when simmering and sauteing are involved.  that is the great thing about raw soup – it can take just a few minutes to make yourself a meal. this raw tomato pesto soup uses a lot of tomatoes, an avocado to thicken and add a creamy texture, and some pesto for a delicious kick of flavor. Read More  Read More

nutritious and delicious mango kale smoothie

i use to work at a smoothie bar, where i learned of the many things you can blend and/or juice into a drink.  you can blend whole lemons and limes, an avocado with the pit and pretty much any green leafy vegetable you can get your hands on. if done right a smoothie can be like enjoying an entire meal through a straw. Read More  Read More

avocado, passion fruit and pomegranate salad

avocados, passion fruits and pomegranates have a lot in common.  they all hide delicious fruit away behind tough, inedible skins and you can get them all fresh at the farmers’ market right now. Read More  Read More

purely decadent raw chocolate pudding

i must start with a disclaimer that this recipe is not completely vegan.  it contains organic raw honey, which i do enjoy for it’s health benefits.  it is antiseptic, antibacterial, antifungal, healing, digestive and is the only natural substance that never spoils.  just make sure it is unprocessed and comes from a good source that is bee-friendly, the farmers’ market is a good place to look. because it is an animal product, most vegan’s... Read More

sautéd veggie sandwich

i must say, i don’t have a grill, but i wish i did. especially this labor day weekend when it seems like the air is filled with barbecue smoke everywhere i go. but in lieu of a grill i sautéd up some veggies for a perfect little lunch treat. Read More  Read More