Asian Pear and Watercress Smoothie

Serves 2 An exciting deviation from strawberries and bananas, this healthy green smoothie uses the sweet and crisp flavor of Asian pear with almond butter. Watercress is a detoxifier and adds a touch of spice, but not too much to overpower. This is a sweet smoothie with all the benefits of good fats, protein and [...]

Cleansing Grapefruit Salad with Bananas and Coconut

Serves 2 A refreshing and tangy breakfast salad with sliced banana to balance the sour flavors of seasonal grapefruit. Serve with yogurt for protein. Also makes a healthy, not-too-sweet dessert. Nutrition Tip: Late winter and spring is the time to kick-start fat metabolism and cleanse the body to prepare for season changes. According to Ayurvedic [...]

Raw Jicama Salad with Curried Macadamia Dressing

Serves 4 Warming curry spices counter the clean crispness of jicama in this simple, flavorful, all-season salad. The sweet, tropical taste of macadamia nuts and coconut water bring it all together. Served with an edible green sprout garnish. Cooking Tip: Jicama (HIH-kuh-ma) is a sweet, watery root native to Mexico. Its crisp, refreshing taste is  [...]

Honey-Kissed Fennel and Orange Salad with Candied Almonds

Serves 2-4 Lemon, orange and fennel give this refreshing salad a tangy hit, while raisins and honey balance the act with their delightful sweetness. Candied almonds bring it over the top. Makes a perfect dinner party salad or appetizer. Some of the honey can be replaced with liquid stevia, if desired. Cooking Tip: Ever wonder [...]

Italian Meatballs with Kabocha Squash Sauce

Serves 2-4 (8-12 meatballs) This is a terrific rendition of basic Italian-style “red sauce” replacing the tomatoes with roasted winter squash. Herbed meatballs are the highlight. The meatballs in sauce can be served alone or atop fresh or cooked vegetables. Feel free to make a double or triple batch. Cooking Tip: To mimic the binding [...]

Maple and Lemon Glazed Brussels Sprouts

Serves 4 An easy sweet and sour side highlighting browned Brussels sprouts and toasted cashews. Sauteed garlic adds a pungent note. Brussels sprouts are in the cruciferae family, making them some of the best cancer- and disease-fighters on Earth. Cooking Tip: Steaming is a great way to retain nutrition and flavor to many foods. I [...]

Baby Pumpkins with Maple and Spices

Yield: As many as you want These fun and festive pumpkins are not just for show, their sweet and tender taste make them a perfect accompaniment for all of your favorite holiday foods. Look for these little pumpkins at the farmers’ market; if you can’t find them, larger pie pumpkins or acorn squash can be [...]

Wilted Spinach Salad with Curried Dressing and Spiced Walnuts

Serves 4 This curried dressing warms the body in the winter months. Pungent spices are rounded with honey, fresh apples and candied nuts. NUTS 3/4 cup walnut or pecan halves Pinch each: cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, ginger Dash salt 1 tablespoon maple syrup DRESSING 4 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 1 1/2 tablespoons [...]

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