There is something therapeutic to me about putting on some music, whipping up fluffy pancakes, and sharing them with the whole family on a Sunday morning! This recipe is one I have used many times, and it never fails. You can add fruit, chocolate, or spices into the batter, or…
Author: Dana Stapleton, RDN
Brussel Sprout & Chickpea Tacos
I love finding new combos for tacos and this combo may be my favorite one yet! The crispness of brussel sprouts and the softness of the chickpeas, combined with the sautéed peppers, onion, and cabbage is guaranteed to make your tastebuds dance. It’s no secret that brussel sprouts have become…
Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers
Stuffed bell peppers is one of my favorite meals! The “stuffing” will last for days so you can have a tasty, hearty and healthy meal after work with no hassle! You don’t even have to eat it out of a bell pepper, just add an avocado on top and you…
Fluffy Vegan Chocolate Banana Pancakes
How do you make pancakes without eggs? Well let me tell you, it is very easy! There are many plant based egg substitutes, one of my favorites is a “flax egg” which is what I used in this recipe. Simply add one tbsp of flax seed with 2 1/2 tbsp…
Pesto, Cucumber, & Brussel Sprout [Chickpea] Pasta
I LOVE making chickpea pasta. It is packed with fiber, protein, iron, and taste! Yes, chickpea pasta is still pretty high in carbs. However, they are complex carbs and combined with fiber. This means your blood sugar doesn’t spike immediately after eating and then crash. Instead, the glucose gets released…
3 Easy Ways to Eat More Fiber
So we all know that fiber is good for us, right? Sources range from all kinds of vegetables, fruits, legumes, nuts and grains. There are studies showing it reduces risk of cardiovascular disease, promotes weight loss, boosts metabolism, reduces risk of colon cancer, keeps you “regular”, reduces cholesterol, can…
Buddha Bowl II
Anyone else as obsessed with buddha bowls as I am? My favorite part of making buddha bowls is: no two are ever the same. Not only are they extremely easy to make, and can be tailored to your own preference; it is a great way to utilize what you have…
Peanut Butter & Fiber Balls!
This is honestly my favorite snack to make. It is so easy, its the perfect energizing snack, its healthy, and you can create so much variety with it! One ball is low in calories (125cal), high in fiber (4g) and protein(5g), and contains healthy fats to keep you full between…
Sweet Potato, Squash, and Black Bean Enchiladas!
Hey guys! I hope you all had a very Merry Christmas and a happy New Year! One thing my family likes to make on Christmas Eve is Mexican food. Do any of you have un-traditional traditions around the holidays? We also play a game where we each get 30 seconds…
Sourdough French Toast
Merry Christmas!!! I hope you all are having a wonderful holiday with family and friends. I spent this morning with my family, my grandma, and my Aunt. We toasted to another wonderful year full of blessings with berry mimosas and this vegan French toast! This recipe is SO GOOD! No…