Posts by Amelia Frost
Slow Cooker Turmeric Lentil Stew
Your slow cooker is an ally in the kitchen, especially when you crave a comforting, satisfying soup. In this easy stew, red lentils are fall-apart tender, and the vegetables are soft as butter. A little curry spice keeps it interesting. Plus, it’s loaded with fiber and high quality plant-based protein. Active time: 12 minutes |…
Read MoreGreen Foods That Aren’t Just Salad (St. Patrick’s Day Edition)
St. Patrick’s Day may mean reaching for green beer and dyed bagels. But what if this year, you leaned into foods that are naturally green and genuinely better for you? Here’s the thing: green foods have a reputation problem. People assume “green” automatically means “salad” or “boring.” But some of the most satisfying foods happen…
Read MoreChicken Waldorf Salad
A throwback to the ladies-who-lunch set and named for the Waldorf Astoria hotel, this glow-up of the original apple salad is packed with vitamin C thanks to goji berries and apples.(1, 2) It also contains 30 grams of protein from lean chicken and walnuts.(3, 4) Allow 10 minutes for the goji berries to plump up…
Read MoreButternut Squash Black Bean Chili
This vegetarian chili calls for hearty butternut squash and black beans, which means it’s high in fiber. One serving provides more than half of your fiber quota for the day and has 18 grams of plant-based protein (1). Active time: 10 minutes Total time: 45 minutes Butternut Squash Black Bean Chili Ingredients 1 tbsp olive…
Read MoreBroccoli Quinoa Tabbouleh
We all need to eat more plants, and one way to do it is to sub them into familiar favorites. In this tabbouleh, quinoa and minced broccoli team up to replace bulgur, and the results are delicious. It’s gluten-free, low in carbs, and has the ever-lovable flavor of broccoli, all in a lemony dressing. Active…
Read MoreBalsamic Three-Bean Salad
Sometimes, the old favorites just need a little tweaking to make them fresh and new. The classic three-bean salad uses a sweet and sour dressing, but we’ve swapped the traditional sauce in favor of a lively balsamic vinaigrette. Keep it simple and classic, and everyone is happy. Looking to give your gut health a boost?…
Read MoreTop 5 Reasons Why Rest and Recovery Days are Essential
If fitness influencers have ever made you feel guilty for taking a rest day, take a deep breath because recovery is actually part of the plan. Health professionals agree: the results you’re chasing don’t just happen during workouts. Many of those strength gains, performance boosts, and muscle repairs take place while you rest. There’s no…
Read MoreMy Natural Spring Cleaning Checklist (Room by Room)
I’ve written many times about how I clean my house with natural cleaners. Now to check off something that’s been on my list for a while: a complete cleaning checklist for the whole house! Sometimes it’s hard to get the motivation (or time) to take on deep cleaning. However, the one time of year most…
Read MoreTomato and White Bean Ragout With Toast
This vegetarian white bean and tomato ragout only calls for a handful of ingredients, so the quality of each ingredient is that much more important. Look for plump tomatoes (greenhouse varieties work well in the winter), quality olive oil and fresh rosemary (dried won’t deliver the same flavor). Whip up this ragout for a quick…
Read MoreMicrowave-Poached Eggs on Avocado Toast
Elevate your favorite avocado toast by adding easy peasy poached eggs cooked in the microwave and sprinkling the toast with homemade “everything” bagel seasoning. You’ll want to double or triple the seasoning recipe — it’s great sprinkled on, well, everything! This quick breakfast is a nutritional powerhouse, providing you with whole grains, monounsaturated fat and…
Read MoreBacon, Egg & Spinach Breakfast Muffins
Make a grab-and-go breakfast using egg, spinach, bacon, cheddar cheese and leftover bread. These breakfast muffins bake up as complete meals that you can quickly reheat for breakfast. Active time: 20 minutes Total time: 60 minutes Bacon, Egg & Spinach Breakfast Muffins Ingredients 1 (10oz. or 280g) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed 4 slices 100%…
Read MoreVegan Cinnamon-Apple Baked Oatmeal
Set yourself up for healthy eating throughout the week with this easy make-ahead breakfast. Once baked, store in the refrigerator and simply reheat a piece each morning — 45–60 seconds in the microwave should do it. Then, top with fresh berries and enjoy a hearty, lightly sweetened, whole-grain breakfast. Active time: 10 minutes Total time:…
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