by Madison pollard
I have been itching for a beautiful bowl from Cava Grill lately – I know, could I be any more of a millennial? However, we don’t have the Mediterranean restaurant chain in Spain. Just the ingredients! And as per usual, I’ve been trying to find new ways to incorporate veggies into my diet. I’ve been …
Often when I’m cooking at home in Spain I’m trying to use new ingredients that I haven’t had much of before in the US, or food that I miss from home. Chicken wings are occasionally available in Spanish restaurants, but nowhere near as frequent as American restaurants. Side note – I’m pretty certain that not …
Ahh, yes, one of my most lighthearted and easiest recipes. My keto-inclined best friend brought an $8 bag of pork rinds from Whole Foods to my house. Only to discover that this particular keto and diet-friendly product was essentially flavorless, she nearly discarded them. HELL. NO. Instead of getting got by Whole Foods, I decided …
Salads are not for me. I’ve never been a lettuce and tomato person. However, I’m always trying to find ways to consume more vegetables. This, for me, is a major task. Especially when it comes to RAW vegetables. Stir fry, saute, olive oil, sesame oil, I can work with. But raw salad? No thanks. It’s …
I’ve been making this chicken carnitas recipe for years now due to its simplicity and versatility. It’s a relatively healthy recipe that is also cost effective and crowd pleasing! Earlier this week I was thinking about what recipes I could make for me and my AWESOME mom – while not going overboard with heavy ingredients. …
Roasted and fried almonds are one of the first recipes I learned to make from my tapas bible as a kid. I still make them to this day, but with all sorts of sweet and salty variations. This particular recipe, however, is by far my favorite. It’s yet another ridiculously simple go-to recipe that’s perfect …
I’m always looking for new recipes to make for my vegan and vegetarian, offering more interesting and colorful options – that aren’t salad. Tofu, often cooked in panko crumbs is great – but I wanted to use something different that went well with a tropical salsa, so I went with a more coconut-heavy breading. Unsweetened …
I began concocting this recipe when I learned how important a well-maintained diet is to managing thyroid disorders. I went on a bit of a health kick, as I started paying attention to my diet according to a couple of major personal health factors: Hypothyroidism and anemia (severe iron deficiency). So I finally found a …
For anyone who has done Whole30, you probably know that the addition of potatoes to the compliant food list is a game changer. Though one is advised to consume in moderation, we’re relieved to have the option when we crave comfort food. When you’re on that 30 day journey of clean eating, you’ll feel good, …
This recipe, originally from Cooking Light (see notes for original recipe), has been a hit with everyone I’ve made it for – my family, who loves anything hearty, salty and reminiscent of Spain, my dear friends on Whole30 as well as my hungover roommates. It just hits the spot – especially during those chilly winter …
Let’s face it – most of us don’t have the time or energy to make acai smoothie bowls every single morning before work. When I was brainstorming Whole30 breakfast ideas, I knew several things had to be taken into consideration: First off, minimal prep. I wanted to be able to prep once on Sunday afternoon …
This is one of my favorite recipes of all time – it’s nothing too fancy, but it’s a very practical option that I can prep ahead of time for a few days worth of lunches. If you’re trying to be health conscious but just need something that reminds you of fried chicken, this is the …