Valentine’s Day is here, and whether or not you have a significant other, it’s the day of love – so treat yourself! It’s pretty easy to think of a list of ways to treat yourself, but this gluten-free and dairy-free red velvet cake is pretty high on the list. Now it doesn’t take a genius… Continue reading Red Velvet Cake (GF + DF)
Category: Recipes
Chocolate Avocado Frosting (GF + V)
Enjoying chocolate frosting shouldn’t have to be full of guilt. Luckily, with this chocolate (avocado) frosting, you get the best of both worlds: the healthy fat and the decadent chocolate. You’re probably thinking, “What?!?! First, she shows us black bean brownies, and now this?” And again, trust me, this will be well worth your taste… Continue reading Chocolate Avocado Frosting (GF + V)
Ayurvedic Turmeric Latte
You’ve probably seen those picturesque Instagram posts of turmeric lattes. I was skeptical about their taste and benefits until I fell sick recently. After finishing a mug of turmeric latte, I was on my road to recovery. With Indian origins, turmeric latte (also known as golden turmeric milk) is traditionally part of Ayurvedic practice and… Continue reading Ayurvedic Turmeric Latte
Peanut Butter Protein Breakfast Bars (GF + V)
With snow on the ground, I think it’s safe to say that it’s very cold outside. So perhaps take this as a hint to put your yogurt or chia seed pudding aside for a new, warm breakfast. Solution: gluten-free and vegan peanut butter protein breakfast bars. It has everything to make the perfect winter breakfast.… Continue reading Peanut Butter Protein Breakfast Bars (GF + V)
Blender Black Bean Brownies (V + GF)
Black beans and chocolate. Probably not the first combination that comes to mind. But these decadent black bean brownies are the perfect vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free dessert (and no one will ever guess that they’re packed with awesome, healthy ingredients… including beans)! Plus, you can make them using simply a blender. This is… Continue reading Blender Black Bean Brownies (V + GF)
Minty Matcha Protein Smoothie
Summer is all about relaxation and restoration. With constant pool and beach activities – not to mention the crazy heat – a delicious and healthy treat is well deserved. That’s why I’ve created this minty matcha protein smoothie. Refreshing with its minty flavor, energizing with matcha, and satisfying with protein, this is the ideal smoothie… Continue reading Minty Matcha Protein Smoothie
Teaching English through Hands-on Food Lessons
This summer, I had the wonderful opportunity to teach English of some children in a small fisherman village in Southeast Sicily called Pozzallo. I wanted to approach this task innovatively, and, as always, food came to mind. How could I weave in English and cooking together, and what are some of the benefits of doing… Continue reading Teaching English through Hands-on Food Lessons
Vegan Rolled Eggplant with Quinoa Filling
Inspired by the classic ingredients of Sicily, I decided it was about time I made a real savory dish. Don’t get me wrong – I love to bake, but this time, I wanted to challenge myself by incorporating Sicily’s produce with an enjoyable, and healthy twist. What did I come up with? Rolled eggplant with… Continue reading Vegan Rolled Eggplant with Quinoa Filling
Coconut Flaked French Toast and Salted Caramel Sauce (V + GF)
After finals, all I wanted to do was eat comfort food. And after seeing one of my friends enjoy their french toast at a bakery, I realized that I hadn’t eaten french toast in the longest time… So, I realized that it was time for me to make french toast (vegan and gluten-free) with an… Continue reading Coconut Flaked French Toast and Salted Caramel Sauce (V + GF)
Raw Vegan Chocolate Hazelnut Milk
I love making homemade nut milks. Not only because it’s super easy and so much healthier than your typical store-bought type, but because you can take a simple recipe and make it your own… like making Chocolate Hazelnut Milk – or what I like to call it – “Nutella” milk. Imagine: liquified Nutella, but 100 times healthier. No junk… Continue reading Raw Vegan Chocolate Hazelnut Milk