Growing up, beets were one of my favorite foods (I was destined to be a dietitian, right?). My grandpa would grow them in his garden and serve them pickled – so fresh and delicious! Every time my mom makes them for me I’m immediately taken back to my childhood. The beet/black bean combo of these … Beet and Black Bean Burgers with Chipotle Aioli and Avocado
Growing up, Brussels sprouts were not my favorite (at all). However, once I started working for a vegetarian catering company after culinary school, I figured out lots of different ways to make veggies delicious. The simplest way, in my opinion, is roasting them. Brussels sprouts in particular get super crispy and nutty when roasted at … Roasted Brussels Sprout and Chickpea Salad with Yogurt Balsamic Dressing
A weekly fridge clean-up helps me keep things organized and fresh. By the end of the week I normally have a variety of veggies leftover, so I like to roast them all up with some garlic and balsamic or turn them into a soup. This soup is so comforting and it gets better the longer … Hearty Vegetable and Lentil Soup
Lunch is normally the most difficult meal for me to plan, yet I know it’s just as important to have a balanced meal in the middle of the day to keep me full throughout the afternoon. Salads like this one are a great option! This one in particular is full of fiber and protein (and … Blueberry Feta Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
In our household, we are all about having healthy snacks around in case a sweet or salty craving hits. Normally on Sundays I will prep a bunch of fresh-cut fruit and veggies, energy bites and some sort of dip to go with the veggies. In this case, I had some feta and goat cheese in … Garlicky Goat Cheese, Feta and Shallot Dip
Who doesn’t love fall? The leaves are changing, the weather is tolerable (just ask any chef who has spent the entire summer cooking in hot kitchens) and the pumpkins and squash are plentiful. This soup is a labor of love, but nothing beats fresh pumpkin. And this recipe makes a large amount, so you can … Roasted Pumpkin and Goat Cheese Soup
Fennel is a sweet and crunchy root vegetable that works beautifully in salads, pasta dishes and soups. In this recipe, I paired it with apples, parsley and sunflower seeds (for more crunch!) and a lemony dressing to help balance the licorice flavor of the fennel. Serve this salad at lunch with sandwiches or at dinner … Fennel Apple Salad with Lemony Tahini Dressing
I recently taught an ancient grains class and I’m now having fun experimenting with different types. Sorghum is naturally gluten-free and provides a nice, chewy bite to grain salads. This salad celebrates fall flavors and is the perfect side dish to bring to your next gathering. Eat this by itself for lunch or pair with … Roasted Butternut Squash and Shredded Kale Sorghum Salad
In our household, we love a good curry. The Asian market we shop at has about 10 different kinds and they all have distinct flavors. One of our favorites is red curry. It’s slightly sweet, salty and spicy and provides the perfect zing to this sauce. This dish is bursting with flavor and is definitely … Curried Lentils and Collard Greens
Since it’s now September, I’m soaking up every second of summer (and the beautiful fruits and veggies that come with it). Lots of people aren’t sure what to do with eggplant besides fry it. I decided to grill it and pair it with fresh tomatoes and mozzarella to mimic eggplant Parmesan, but with way less … Garden Tomato, Eggplant and Fresh Mozzarella Bake
