Lazy Pesto

by cloversandkale // January 19, 2015 // No Comments

Monday Rambling…. I’m so tired and lazy today! It was a long weekend, full of fantastic friends & a whole lot of organic chem homework. I have TONS more homework to do. There is a pile of clean laundry sitting... Continue reading →

Blueberry Breeze Smoothie

by cloversandkale // January 15, 2015 // No Comments

So strange. I almost didn’t post this smoothie on my Instagram because I didn’t think the photo I took of it was very good, it’s blurry. (I take all my Instagram & blog pics with my cell phone, on my dining... Continue reading →

Cali-Mex Kale Salad (2 ways) raw vegan + Sautéed with chicken

by cloversandkale // January 8, 2015 // No Comments

This is a rendition of the Cali-Mex Quinoa I made the other day. It uses all the same raw ingredients, but instead of serving it with quinoa you toss it with kale. My Dijon Vinaigrette or a chipotle dressing would work nicely... Continue reading →

Apples & Almond Butter

by cloversandkale // December 26, 2014 // No Comments

Three things I almost always have in my kitchen are Apples, Almond Butter, and Chia Seeds. This combination is really delicious and nutrient dense. The crispness of the apple, the creaminess of the almond butter, and the crunch from the... Continue reading →

Chickpea Croutons!

by cloversandkale // December 21, 2014 // No Comments

Let’s make this clear…I love bread. I love salad. I love croutons in my salad. Here’s a big–BUT, I have a tendency to snack on them while I’m making my salad or to use more than one serving on my... Continue reading →

Cheesy Zucchini & Potato Latkes (Pancakes)

by cloversandkale // December 19, 2014 // No Comments

I might be silghtly obsessed with Latkes. I figured, why not combine them with one of my favorite vegetables?….eh, I mean fruits….In a culinary context, zucchini is treated as a vegetable; it’s usually cooked as a savory dish. Botanically speaking,... Continue reading →

Healthy Hanukkah! Baked Sweet Potato Latkes

by cloversandkale // December 17, 2014 // No Comments

I went to Catholic school from 1st grade until I graduated from High School. 12 years that I am very grateful for. Most of my family is Catholic, there are a few Protestant Christians, a few that are Jewish, and... Continue reading →

Spicy Garlic Broccoli

by cloversandkale // December 13, 2014 // No Comments

Health Benefits of Broccoli: Cancer fighting, immune boosting properties High fiber which aids in appetite control & may help reduce Cholesterol Anti-inflammatory Phytonutrients that help the body detoxify Vitamin C + other powerful antioxidants Bone health & osteoporosis prevention (Calcium + Vitamin... Continue reading →

Spicy Black Bean & Quinoa Patties

by cloversandkale // December 10, 2014 // No Comments

Ingredients (Serves 4) 2 cups of cooked black beans (or 1 can drained & rinsed) 3/4 cup cooked quinoa 1/4 cup of minced red or yellow bell peppers 1/4 cup of roasted corn (fresh raw corn also works nicely) 1/2... Continue reading →

Roasted “fruit & root” soup

by cloversandkale // December 7, 2014 // No Comments

Working with seasonal produce is a great way to eat a plant based diet without breaking the bank. Seasonal produce is normally very reasonably priced. Butternut squash is available at every farmers market and grocery store this time of year.... Continue reading →

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