I remember the day I first heard the term basic bitch. I had no idea what my friend was talking about. I felt old. Out of the loop. I worried that I was possibly...basic myself?According to my friend’s explanation, and some quick follow-up ... Continue Reading about The Best Basic Bitch Kale Salad with Avocado, Beets and Tahini Dressing
Vegetarian
Smashed Chickpea Salad Lettuce Wraps
I had high hopes of getting these vegetarian chickpea salad wraps on the blog in time for Memorial Day picnicking. But then I arrived in Porto, had my first glass of vinho verde, followed by a very un-vegetarian pile of freshly cut jamon, and all of ... Continue Reading about Smashed Chickpea Salad Lettuce Wraps
Low Sugar Hibiscus Smoothies with Ginger, Raspberries and Zucchini
I arrived home in the wee hours of the morning yesterday from Cabo Pulmo Mexico, where I partied like a lobster at my best friend’s wedding, and ate pretty much the opposite of this low sugar smoothie every morning.Those who watch my ... Continue Reading about Low Sugar Hibiscus Smoothies with Ginger, Raspberries and Zucchini
Mexican Breakfast Frittata with Corn Salsa and Avocado
Mexican mornings and I go way back.Before there was this tricked out easy breakfast frittata recipe, my oeuvre primarily revolved around the burritos I pioneered when I was 6 years old.Yes, that was not a typo. I was 6. Pre-braces. ... Continue Reading about Mexican Breakfast Frittata with Corn Salsa and Avocado
Paleo Lemon Bars with Almond Flour Crust
Gluten-free baking usually falls into one of two categories.Either it’s nearly as good as the real thing, but requires dozens of ingredients and gums. Or it only uses “healthy” ingredients and, though looks like it could kind of be the real ... Continue Reading about Paleo Lemon Bars with Almond Flour Crust
Red Lentil and Spinach Masala {Video}
Working as a private chef has its drawbacks and its perks. One of the positives was that my clients would often pass along interesting dishes that I might not have otherwise tried, including this red lentil curry recipe with spinach. When I ... Continue Reading about Red Lentil and Spinach Masala {Video}
Dairy-Free Cream of Asparagus Soup with Coconut Collagen Cream
When I was little, I developed a serious “cream of” soup fetish.Those of you who know a thing or two about my crunchy granola childhood might assume that my mother was slaving in the kitchen, infusing her own homemade bone broth with organic ... Continue Reading about Dairy-Free Cream of Asparagus Soup with Coconut Collagen Cream
Red Wine Spaghetti with Ghee, Pine Nuts and Basil
My house husband and I have different ideas around what type of wine should be used to cook with.A dedicated student of my culinary teachers on Food Network, who I’ve been learning from since long before I was of legal age to drink wine, I’ve ... Continue Reading about Red Wine Spaghetti with Ghee, Pine Nuts and Basil
Mean Green Matcha Pancakes with Raspberry Compote (Gluten-Free)
About a year ago, Charlie started experimenting in the kitchen with gluten-free pancake mix. This lead to a new brunch tradition, a lot of extra airtime on my Instagram stories, and the inevitable title of The Pancake Man.I’ve been asked ... Continue Reading about Mean Green Matcha Pancakes with Raspberry Compote (Gluten-Free)
The Flu Busting, Immune Boosting Green Drink
A few weeks ago, I got a little bit cocky about flu season.I’ve still managed to dodge that full-body bullet, so didn’t fully jinx myself. But the stress of our impending move has slowly started to wear me down to the point where I feel like ... Continue Reading about The Flu Busting, Immune Boosting Green Drink
Paleo Cast Iron Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie
The first time I ever ate a pizookie (pizza cookie) was in college.I was visiting my friend Ali in her hometown of Los Angeles, and her food tour always included two cookie Meccas in Westwood, Diddy Riese for ice cream sandwiches, and BJ’s ... Continue Reading about Paleo Cast Iron Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie
Roasted Carrot-Jalapeno Salsa with Pepitas (low FODMAP)
I’m officially 3 weeks into my SIBO diet and it’s been, well, hard.I’m not looking for pity or a pat on the back. I don't want to discourage you if you have to take on a similar change. I’m stating the obvious, which is that the struggle is ... Continue Reading about Roasted Carrot-Jalapeno Salsa with Pepitas (low FODMAP)
Creamy Green Parsnip Soup with Three Herbs and Chili-Garlic Oil
Everyone around me is sick.This is not a rare circumstance, especially during the slow descent into winter, when morale and immune systems begin to weather with the weather.What is strange and new and novel is that I am not.Every ... Continue Reading about Creamy Green Parsnip Soup with Three Herbs and Chili-Garlic Oil
Ayurvedic Cleansing Green Kitchari Bowl
I’m officially back from Hawaii, with a few day stopover in Los Angeles before finally migrating HOME.I’ve been immersed in total paradise for the last 10 days, and while most of my vacations usually involve more hedonism than health, the ... Continue Reading about Ayurvedic Cleansing Green Kitchari Bowl
Detox Red Beet Soup with Coconut and Lime
I have a love-hate relationship with January 1st.On the one hand, the world is full of optimism. It’s the official time of reflection and intention setting, two things I support year-round. Even those nursing hangovers know for certain: ... Continue Reading about Detox Red Beet Soup with Coconut and Lime
Pumpkin Mac and Cheese with Kale (Gluten-Free, Vegan)
This vegan pumpkin mac and cheese recipe was created in partnership with my friends at Pacific Foods. Thanks as always for supporting the brands that make all my gluten-free pasta cravings possible!Despite growing up in the crunchiest, most ... Continue Reading about Pumpkin Mac and Cheese with Kale (Gluten-Free, Vegan)
Vegan Creamy Baked Kale Artichoke Dip
I very clearly remember the first time I ever ate the melted wonderland that is spinach artichoke dip.As I’ve lamented before, my upbringing was heavy on the millet, light on the fast food. This is obviously a good thing in hindsight. But at ... Continue Reading about Vegan Creamy Baked Kale Artichoke Dip
Caffeine-Free Spiced Chai Tea Lattes with Maca and Cashew Cream
As a borderline millennial, I grew up in the Starbucks generation.This was before there was one on every block in the world. And, therefore, when one opened on my actual block in middle school, it was cool beyond belief. My friends used to ... Continue Reading about Caffeine-Free Spiced Chai Tea Lattes with Maca and Cashew Cream
Gluten-Free Pumpkin White Bean Blondies
‘Tis the season for cookie swaps and traded treats. Which is why last week’s mini vice detox was that much more of a struggle. And why I have a love hate relationship with these gluten-free blondies, whose recipe I developed while not being able to ... Continue Reading about Gluten-Free Pumpkin White Bean Blondies
Sesame-Ginger Roasted Whole Carrots
No sooner had the virtual ink dried on last week’s Friendsgiving post than I was invited to a a festive holiday gathering this past weekend. The potluck theme? Asian Friendsgiving. And what veggie side does one bring to said table? Why these Sesame ... Continue Reading about Sesame-Ginger Roasted Whole Carrots
Gluten-Free Apple Crisp with Spiced Hazelnut Crumble
I brought this gluten-free apple crisp a few weeks ago to The Feed Feed’s beautiful new headquarters in Brooklyn. They were throwing an autumnal brunch potluck with dishes from 20 bloggers and even with my allergy in my favor, I’ve never left more ... Continue Reading about Gluten-Free Apple Crisp with Spiced Hazelnut Crumble
Sweet Potato Hummus with Tahini and Homemade Za-atar
As I’ve lamented before on the blog, Thanksgiving used to be our holiday. Meaning, it was the one holiday my small nuclear family, with my mother and I at the helm, would host in our home.Our glorious ten-year reign including one disaster ... Continue Reading about Sweet Potato Hummus with Tahini and Homemade Za-atar
Vegetarian Miso Mushroom Ramen with Bok Choy
This vegetarian ramen recipe was created in partnership with my friends at Pacific Foods. Thanks as always for supporting the brands that make all my healthy adult Cup-o-Noodle meals possible!I often talk about how my mother’s crunchy granola ... Continue Reading about Vegetarian Miso Mushroom Ramen with Bok Choy
Spicy Homemade Fermented Sauerkraut with Turmeric
One of the questions I’ve gotten a lot on book tour is: if you could do it all over again, what would you change about your project?The answer is, surprisingly, not much. That’s not to say that my approach was perfect. But I was able to ... Continue Reading about Spicy Homemade Fermented Sauerkraut with Turmeric