Andalusian Tomato Gazpacho {raw}

This summer I continued to work on some raw soup recipes.  Raw soups with summer vegetables are much easier and logical than fall and winter crops.  And of course, with the heat outside, it’s nice and refreshing to eat cooler foods for lunch and dinner.  Out of all the summer soups, I would consider the … Continue reading

Chard and Spinach Pesto {vegan+raw}

My sister sent me this chard pesto recipe from a blog called ‘closet cooking’: Swiss Chard Pesto.   The first time I made it, I added spinach and removed the jalapeños…I didn’t have enough chard and my husband doesn’t eat spicy food. I have made it at least 5 times since then with several variations as … Continue reading

Everybody needs Sprouts!

  I started sprouting seeds last fall.  Sprouts are considered a superfood and honestly they are also super delicious.  My husband and I eat them on crackers, french bread, sandwiches and salads.  They really are a better way to snack. I recently subscribed to Food & Wine magazine for my iPad.  They published an article … Continue reading

Chia Pudding

A perfect snack in between meals.  Great energy that lasts a few hours and it doesn’t confuse your blood sugar levels like other snacks that lack balance.