Recipes — eat clean get lean

This is a perfect example of a fat filler that, while you are eating it, you won't believe it's guilt-free. SO creamy and delish, it's a treat you can look forward to daily in between meals, with fresh sliced apples, pears or strawberries!  Here is what you need 2 cups cashews  1/4 cup raw coconut oil (see Note)  2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder  6 drops of liquid stevia, or 1 teaspoon granulated stevia  1/2 teaspoon cinnamon  This is how you do it In a large dry skillet comatose the cashews over low heat until lightly golden. Transfer them to a...

Tabbouli is one of those salads that feels substantial because it has a single-ingredient grain, but it's also full of fresh flavor, herbage, and just the right amount of raw red onion where you don't feel like your breath might knock someone over. Made from kaniwa, quinoa's cute little sister, this dish is great for parties or picnics, as it holds up well. I grew up on this tabbouli, so it takes me back to my happy place. I hope it does for you, too. INGREDIENTS:  1 cup kaniwa or quinoa 1 teaspoon sea salt, plus more for the water...

Talk about a fun way to eat the rainbow! You can use big carrots, beets, purple sweet potatoes, and parsnips to get a whole array of color on your plate. The best way to get these veggie chips uber thin is by using a mandoline slicer, but a strong word of caution: Please be careful. Use the cutting guard and don't multitask while you are slicing. Keep your focus on the very sharp blade in front of you. I don't want you making a finger chip. You can also use the slicing attachment on your food processor, or a special...

Ahhhh….Cinco de Mayo! While there is definite history to this day, May 5th, back 153 years ago, there is still a celebration that takes place each and every year on this one day – there is a dancing, there is music, there is drinking and you know there is TONS OF FOOD, because what would a celebration be without delicious dishes?   In honor of Cinco de Mayo 2015, I wanted to share a few of my favorites that will keep you coming back for more, but won’t go straight to your gut the next day! With these healthy dishes,...