Nourish your body and mind with these comforting, plant-based recipes Eating well doesn’t have to be complicated — especially during stressful seasons. These simple, nourishing recipes from certified personal chef Vicki Brett-Gach are featured in The Plant-Based for Life Cookbook and are designed to help you feel your best through the holidays [...]
Easy Mini Meatloaves Meatloaf that bakes in 20 minutes is a winner on any weeknight. If you don’t want to use pork, just double the turkey. Either way, we recommend making a double batch of these mini meatloaves so you have leftovers for lunch or dinner later in the week. 8 ounces [...]
Balsamic lentil salad Things to love about lentils: Rich in protein. High in fiber. Incredibly easy to make. You just boil them in water for 15-20 minutes until they’re tender, tossing in a pinch of salt and a bay leaf or two for some extra flavor if you choose. Lentils are a [...]
Farro salad Let us introduce you to your new favorite lunch salad. It has nuts, apples, cheese and a lesser-known grain you may not have heard of before — farro. It’s high in fiber, iron and protein, and adds a nice texture to this dish. You can swap out the measured greens [...]
Apple pumpkin crisp Apple and pumpkin are the flavors of fall, and we love them even more when they’re combined. This tasty dessert pairs a superfood (pumpkin!) with loads of fruit (apples!) and tops it all off with a nutrient-packed nut (pecans!). Whether you make this for dessert at home or bring [...]
No Bake Energy Bites The joke is that families with kids involved in extracurricular activities have the choice of eating dinner at 4 p.m. or 8:30 p.m. When you don’t have time for an early dinner, a handful of these no-bake energy balls will keep everyone fueled up until you finally [...]
Chickpea “tuna” salad Yes, tuna can be a polarizing choice for a packed lunch, but this “tuna” sandwich uses chickpeas instead. You won’t miss the tuna and your colleagues won’t bar you from the lunch room. Plus, one sandwich provides 30% of your recommended daily protein intake. Give it a try! 1½ [...]
Chicken breast and roasted rainbow carrots If you don’t have a penchant for gourmet cooking, this low-fat dish is the one for you. The marinated chicken is tender and flavorful and the colorful carrots are a feast for the eyes. We like it best served over polenta. 1/3 cup olive oil [...]
Low-calorie pumpkin spice cake This low-calorie pumpkin spice cake is a warm, delicious and healthy treat. Add this dessert to your repertoire and serve it to family and friends during holiday gatherings. A slice tastes excellent with a cup of coffee or apple cider. ingredients ¾ cup pure pumpkin 3 egg whites 1 whole [...]
Pumpkin chicken chili With hearty chili seasonings, this recipe takes “pumpkin spice” in a new direction. You can serve it over cauliflower rice to increase your veggie intake, and use whatever toppings you crave. Make extra because it tastes even better as leftovers. Ingredients 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 [...]
