Although nuts are a great source of healthy fats and plant-based protein, they can be very problematic for those with nut allergies or sensitivities. Additionally, people who are recently transitioning to gluten0free diets can overcompensate with nuts leadig to inflammation or intolerances. If nuts are a food you have to avoid or moderate, no worries. You have options!
For example, if you’re nut-free and dairy-free, that rules out cheese queso and vegan queso (usually made with cashews), but you can immerse your chips in this Healthy Creamy Chip Dip based on hummus and salsa, instead! Many entrées can easily be made nut free, like this Whole Roasted Herb Chicken. For gluten free baking sans nut flour, make this Fluffy Paleo Pumpkin Spice Cake or try Creamy Chocolate Avocado Mousse!
Being gluten free doesn’t mean you have to go without this holiday season. These delicious gluten free christmas cookies will rival the gluten-filled versions. I still remember my first convert. It was a business colleague who always made it clear he was a big fan of gluten. “I’ll have extra gluten on mine” or “Everything …
Photo by Patrick Fore on Unsplash 19 deceptively easy Thanksgiving side dishes to impress your friends. And they are actually healthy and good for you! Gluten free, dairy free, paleo and vegan options so everyone can enjoy! I don’t know about you, but I get more excited about the sides than the main dish. And not just for …
Homemade Bone Broth may seem intimidating, but it’s as easy as brewing your morning tea. These 3 simple steps show how to make bone broth at home, saving you time and money and improving the nutritional value! It sounds intimidating, right? Like something only very seasoned grandmas who have been making everything from scratch for …
Quick and easy dinner recipe idea with household staples and leftovers: full of veggies and greens, gluten free, dairy free, and nut free and vegan Artichoke Hummus Tacos with Carrot Top Pesto Creativity is born from constraint, or at least that’s how the saying goes. And there’s some great proof of it with a simple …
What’s Inside: Fresh garden herbs and juicy watermelon make this savory watermelon basil salad recipe a perfect side dish for hot summer days. Dairy, Grain, Gluten Free + Vegan. I wasn’t going to try it. It sounded, frankly, like a horrible combination. Olives, oil, red onions and feta mixed with large watermelon cubes sat amongst …
What’s Inside: This easy egg alternative will save time in the mornings. Gluten, dairy and refined sugar free healthy baked oatmeal made with peaches and rhubarb recipe is vegan with just enough cinnamon and nutmeg. Can you imagine a world without your favorite food? I’m talking about a staple of your diet that feeds into nearly …
The Deconstructed Steak Taco on Curried Cauliflower Steak recipe merges the flavors of street tacos with Asian cuisine and the traditional steak house: Latin fusion that’s healthy, gluten free, grain free and dairy free. Cook, Serve and Enjoy! I always wanted to be on Iron Chef, yet as soon as I saw the overflowing bowls of squash, rows of greens, …
I’ve been grilling all sorts of delicious things this summer (especially fruit inspired skewers) and there’s something amazingly primal about sitting outside, eating fruit caramelized on open fire. That’s what summer is all about: hanging outside with friends and family grilling fresh, delicious food. For me this summer, grilling is all about paleo kebabs (…or skewers… …
Sometime late last year we had friends in town, so brunch was a must. I was trying to pick a place with healthier and lighter options and didn’t go with my traditional eggs and mimosas brunch spots. I picked Crema Coffee House in Denver’s Rino neighborhood for its funky atmosphere and fun menu. Part of Crema’s draw …
