The Winter months make me want to eat all the chili and soup. For every single meal! How about you? Have you ever started your day with a chill in your bones that you can't seem to shake? My cure for this is to make a stellar recipe in my Instant Pot. Yes, every weekend. Then, snuggle into the couch with a blanket to enjoy my big bowl of deliciousness. If you've decided that this is the year you're adding more vegetables to your life, great job!! And, you're in luck! We've seen a ...
Easy Healthy Lunch Idea Greek Veggie Sandwich
When lunch comes together in 15 minutes, I’m a happy camper. Even when healthy eating is a priority, it can easily slip away if you don’t have a lot of time! This is one of those easy healthy lunch ideas that are full of flavor and won't take you long to put together, at all! The ingredients are tangy and crunchy and make a sandwich that you’ll crave and want to eat again and again. It's one of my favorites! And, it's plant-based and vegan. Bonus. Because when I'm hungry, I want ...
Easy Plant-Based Recipes for Beginners
Are you a newbie to a plant-based diet? Here are some beginner easy-to-make recipes! When I began a plant-based diet, I felt very intimated by some of the lengthy recipes I found out there. They looked delicious in the pictures, but seemed a little “advanced” for me and somewhat complicated. Some of them even listed ingredients that I never heard of! But, I really wanted to get started with plant-based eating, and I needed a place to start. That's where these simple vegan recipes ...
Vegan Alfredo with Fresh Herbs
If you’re hesitant that committing to a plant-based diet means no more creamy, delicious, saucy pasta, don’t fret! There are ways, my friends. There are ways. This Vegan Alfredo is one of those ways. When I first switched to a plant-based diet, I was worried that I’d really miss out on all my old favorites. I’d get sad thinking that I would never eat them again. But, I can say now, four years later, I don’t miss them! But that's all because of recipes like this one! From the beginning, ...
5 of the Best Delicious Healthy Smoothies
Healthy Smoothies are one of the easiest ways to eat your veggies! And, to do it quickly. When I first switched to a healthy plant-based diet, smoothies were my first move. Why? Because it truly is one of the simplest ways to get more veggies and fruits into your diet. And, we love simple. Especially when getting started with a vegan diet - not exactly sure what your new routine will be! You can really make your healthy smoothies yummy, even the green ones. With just a few ...
Vegan Eats in Aspen: A Local’s Guide
The mountains are such a healthy place to be with abundant fresh air and bounds of outdoor activities. And Aspen, Colorado is a very healthy place to eat with many vegan-vegetarian options! When you're ready to replenish your energy with a green smoothie or fresh vegan or vegetarian meal, will you be able to find one at one of the restaurants in Aspen? The answer is YES! I’ve rounded up my go-to collection of vegan and vegetarian delights for you in Aspen, Colorado. So, if you’re on your ...
5 Healthy Breakfasts that are Easy and Delicious
We expect a lot out of our days, don't we? We want energetic and productive days! Having more energy is amazing, and I'm here to tell you that if you eat healthy breakfasts, it will make a big difference! And, if these weren't so delicious, trust me, I wouldn't be talking about them. Here are some quick delicious, healthy breakfasts that are vegan. These will keep you on your game! And, they're EASY! Overnight Oats These are so easy that you'll say “where have overnight oats been my ...
What Is A Plant-Based Diet And How Do I Start?
What is a plant-based diet? It sounds easy.... but is it? Starting a new way of eating can be really confusing and exhausting. And now there's so much information out there. It can feel overwhelming! But, I'm here to tell you that it's easier than you think. Here's why. When I switched to a mostly plant-based diet, I researched and researched and researched. I wanted to know what to eat and why I should eat it. I scoured the internet, enrolled in a plant-based nutrition class and ...