Smoked Oyster Pâté

I adore "ersters." They provide a healthy dose of protein (16 grams per 6-oz serving), and are loaded with vitamins C and B-12, plus essential minerals like zinc, selenium, and iron. This creamy spread is an easy and super healthy app, a real treat for any oyster lover like myself :)

Smoked Oyster Pâté
Yield: About 1 ½ cups

For recipe, go HERE 

Sun Dried Tomato Tapenade

I adore olives and this tasty tapenade is loaded with flavor and feels fancy. Grab a box of Mary's Gone Crackers and dig in ;)

Sun Dried Tomato Tapenade 
Yield: Makes about 2-1/2 cups

For recipe: go HERE

Cinnamon Spice “N’Oatmeal”

I used to eat oatmeal almost daily for bfast for years, till I learned it can spike blood sugar and promote an inflammatory response. But I was jonesin’ for a tasty warm bowl of breakfasty goodness, so I came up with this tasty recipe using spaghetti squash instead of oats as a filling grain-free alternative. Different vibe but I dug it, let me know what you think :)

Cinnamon Spice “N’Oatmeal”
Serves 4

For recipe, go HERE

Herbed Crustless Quiche (“Squiche”)

Need a healthy and tasty meal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner? I got you. Quiche is delicious morning, noon or night, and this grain-free healing and hearty dish always satisfies. I like to serve with a side of sweet potato home fries for bfast or brunch, and a mixed greens veggie salad for lunch or din. Enjoy!

Herbed Crustless Quiche (“Squiche”)
Serves 4-6

For recipe, go HERE

Gut Healing Tropical Green Smoothie

I love tropical flavors, and this tasty green drank hits all the high notes, with gut healing ingredients to boot. What's not to like?

Gut Healing Tropical Green Smoothie
Serves 2

1-2 cups kale
1-2 cups spinach
1-2 tbs grass-fed collagen powder
1 cup sliced pineapple
1 tsp. grated ginger
1 tsp Stevita stevia or raw honey
2 cups coconut milk (or coconut water or filtered water or a combination)
1 tbs lemon juice
1 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp L-glutamine powder

1. Blend all ingredients until combined.
2. Enjoy!

Cauliflower Shrimp and Veggie Sushi

Sushi is a fun and interactive cooking experience. Back in my macro days, I ate rice like it was going out of style. Today, I eat much less grain, and cauli rice is a nice substitution. These can get messy, so make sure the "rice" is not too wet before attempting to roll! Bamboo mat needed :)

Cauliflower Shrimp and Veggie Sushi

For recipe, go HERE

Cauliflower Berry Blast Smoothie

I've been looking for ways to incorporate more veggies into my diet, and this tasty smoothie is a sneaky way to up your fiber intake. You'll never taste the cauli, and the coconut yogurt adds a creamy, probiotic boost. Cheers!

Cauliflower Berry Blast Smoothie
Serves 2

For recipe, go HERE

Smoked Salmon Caesar Salad

I love smoked salmon AND Caesar salad, so I combined the two to create this super simple and keto/paleo/AIP friendly salad. I scored the sockeye salmon (sugar free!) at Trader Joe's for the win :)

Smoked Salmon Caesar Salad

Serves 2

For recipe, go HERE

Creamy Vanilla Grapefruit Pops

It has been a HOT summer in the 'burgh, and thus my freezer is always offering up a tasty frozen treat. My friend randomly gave me a grapefruit, and these creamy, dreamy pops were borne one steamy summer eve...

Creamy Vanilla Grapefruit Pops
1 can full-fat coconut milk
1 whole grapefruit, peel removed
1 lemon, juiced
1-2 tsp stevia powder or raw honey to taste
1-2 tbs collagen powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbs MCT oil
1 tsp beet root powder
1/2 tsp sea salt
1 tbs d-ribose (optional)

1. Blend all ingredients at high speed till incorporated.
2. Pour into popscicle molds.
3. Freeze for 2 hours.
4. Enjoy!

Crunchy Sardine Salad

I LOVE canned wild sardines, the perfect convenience superfood. I often take a few cans along during trips as a back-up clean protein source. This tasty salad makes a great meal, even breakfast!

Crunchy Sardine Salad
Serves 4-6

For recipe, go HERE

Lettuce Detox Smoothie

Locked and LOADED green smoothie, vegan friendly :)

Lettuce Detox Smoothie

For recipe, go HERE

Cocoa Collagen Bars

Dessert-like snack or mini-meal loaded with healthy fat and protein. Boom!

Cocoa Collagen Bars
makes about 6 small bars

½ cup Nutiva coconut butter, soften
1/3 cup Great Lakes Grassfed collagen protein
2 tbs Designs for Health xylitol (or 1 Tbs. raw honey)
1 Tbs. raw Skinny coconut oil
½ tsp. vanilla extract
1 tbs unsweetened cocoa powder (or carob powder)
¼ tsp sea salt

1. Line a plate or baking sheet with unbleached parchment paper.
2. Place all ingredients in bowl and combine thoroughly with a spoon. May take a few minutes!
3. Roll mixture into a “dough ball” and place on parchment paper.
4. Mold mixture into a square and slice into bars.
5. Place in fridge to firm (or freezer for faster firming).
6. Enjoy! Keep bars stored in fridge.

Banana Beauty Pops

I love me some tasty popsicles. These pops have a pretty yellow hue from the turmeric and contain healthy fats, clean protein, and beauty boosting ingredients. I purchased my BPA-free popsicle mold on Amazon. Enjoy! xo

Banana Beauty Pops
(makes 6 popsicles)

1-2 frozen bananas
1 can full-fat coconut milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp stevia or 1 tbs xylitol or raw honey
2 tbs grass-fed collagen powder
1 tsp turmeric powder
1/2 tsp sea salt

1. Blend all ingredients until well combined. Adjust flavor if desired.
2. Pour mixture into popsicle molds.
3. Freeze pops for at least 2 hours.
4. Enjoy!

Green Zinger smoothie

I love the zing of the ginger in this smoothie, loaded with protein and good fat, a meal in a jar!

Green Zinger Smoothie

1 cup coconut water
1 cup filtered water
1 6oz bag organic spinach
2 tbs MCT oil
1/2 cup frozen raspberries (or 1/2 banana)
1/4 cup chia seeds
2" piece fresh ginger
1-2 tsps stevia
2 tbs collagen
1/2 tsp sea salt

1. Blend all ingredients.
2. Enjoy!

Probiotic Ginger Fizz

Start the day right with my ginger fizz, full of anti-inflammatory and probiotic ingredients to support gut health and healing 💪🏻 Cheers!

Probiotic Ginger Fizz

3 cups filtered water (or brewed tea for more flavor)
1 two inch piece of fresh ginger
3 tbs raw ACV (Bragg's brand)
1 tsp turmeric powder
1-2 tbs MCT oil
1 tsp Stevita stevia
pinch of sea salt
3 tbs grass-fed collagen (optional)
1/2 tsp Ceylon cinnamon (optional)

1. Blend all ingredients, adjust for taste as needed and enjoy!

Simple avocado dressing

Avocados are one of my favorite nutrient dense superfoods, loaded with vitamin K, potassium, fiber and monosaturated fat.  I like to slice them on salads, mash for guacamole, add to smoothies for extra bulk and good fat and eat plain with evoo and sea salt. This creamy dressing is rich and satisfying, a great topper for veggies or seafood. Cut the water amount and it's a yummy avo dip! 


Simple avocado dressing

1 avocado, pitted and skin removed
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 cloves fresh garlic
Juice of 1 lemon
1/2 tsp sea salt
¾ cup filtered water

1. Put all ingredients in blender and mix thoroughly until smooth.
2. Thin with water if desired.
3. Enjoy over salad, veggies, or protein (keeps in jar in refrigerator for about 3 days).

Balsamic Citrus Salad

I recently served this sweet and sour salad with 
paleo eggs benedict: sweet potato "toast" topped with spiced pulled pork and poached eggs (and green chile hollandaise). Made a perfect pairing-a light and refreshing balance to the meal. Enjoy!

Balsamic Citrus Salad

1 grapefruit, segmented
2 blood oranges, segmented
½ cup fresh blueberries
1 handful fresh basil, chopped
Extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
Balsamic vinegar for drizzling
Sea salt, to taste

1. Combine fruit and basil in bowl.
2. Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar, sprinkle salt to taste. Stir gently to coat.
3. Transfer to serving vessel.
4. Enjoy!

Easy Butternut Squash Soup

Super easy soup that is rich and satisfying--perfect meal anytime of day! :)

Easy Butternut Squash Soup

1 med butternut squash, cooked, peeled and cubed
1 can full-fat coconut milk
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger (or 1 tbs ginger powder)
4-5 cloves garlic, minced (or 3 tsp garlic powder)
1 tsp sea salt (or to taste)
Filtered water or vegetable broth (to thin)
Toasted coconut chips or kale for garnish (optional)

1. Put all ingredients except squash in blender and combine.
2. Slowly add squash to blender until all ingredients are combined.
3. Transfer pureed soup to pot and heat, adding broth or water to thin if desired.
4. Pour into bowls, garnish, and enjoy!

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte

I LOVE all things pumpkin, and my creamy and sweet pumpkin spice latte is way more delicious--and, of course, healthier--than the toxic Starbucks version. Cheers to your health and saving money! xx

Watch me make it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XrDeR26VNXI

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte

¼ cup coconut cream (refrigerate can of coconut milk and scoop cream that rises to top)
¼ cup pumpkin puree
2 cups hot black tea or coffee
½ tsp Stevita stevia
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1-2 tbs Great Lakes collagen powder
Pinch sea salt

1.      Blend all ingredients.

2.      Enjoy!

Sweet and Sour Ginger Caroodles

Great summery Asian-style side dish. I allow it to marinate overnight for extra flavor and serve chilled.

Sweet and Sour Ginger Caroodles

6-8 large colorful heirloom carrots
1-2 tsp organic ginger powder or 3 drops ginger essential oil
¼ cup umeboshi vinegar or apple cider vinegar
½-1 tsp Stevita stevia
½ tsp sea salt
½ cup avocado oil or olive oil

1. Using a vegetable peeler, peel various colored carrot slices into bowl.
2. In a mason jar put ginger, vinegar, stevia, salt and oil. Place lid on jar and shake until combined. Adjust seasoning if desired.
3. Pour dressing over caroodles and mix to coat all slices.
4. Place in fridge and allow to marinate for at least 2 hours, but longer is better (overnight is great).
5. Enjoy!