4 Light, Latin-Inspired Recipes
Chef Mariela Ramirez shares how yoga inspired her to become a pro chef and get healthy, plus a nutritious Latin-American feast sure to spice up your summer.
Chef Mariela Ramirez shares how yoga inspired her to become a pro chef and get healthy, plus a nutritious Latin-American feast sure to spice up your summer.
In this vegan flan, swap dairy for light coconut milk, tofu, and agar. Instead of heavily processed sugars, use maple syrup and Sucanat sugar.
Serve pico de gallo with a whole-wheat baguette instead of fried tortilla chips, and replace tomato with sweet mango. The avocado salsa adds healthy fats.
Instead of using rum and simple syrup, this recipe opts for summer fruits and chia seeds for a fiber boost in a watermelon mojito smoothie.
Souping is the new juicing. Load up on fresh fruits, veggies, and herbs without losing any of the filling fiber in these three tasty cold soups.
Dietitian Ashley Koff says hemp seeds can help you get enough healthy fats without eating meat or fish.
Cherries are in season, so now’s the time to take advantage of their immunity-boosting vitamin C and disease-fighting antioxidants.
Trendy veggie “noodles” are officially here to stay. Here’s how to transform your favorite produce into deliciously healthy ribbons for satisfying gluten-free pastas, salads, and more.
Bell peppers take on a new form in this dish, while nourishing your body with plant chemicals like beta-carotene and lutein, which may help support eye health and immune function.
Made up of more than 95 percent water, cucumbers are super hydrating and make a refreshing summer snack on hot days, especially when paired with juicy peaches and tomatoes.
Finally, a delicious use for broccoli stems, which happen to be just as nutritionally dense as the florets—supplying you with bone-supporting calcium and vitamin K, and immune-boosting vitamin C.
This BBQ season, expand your patty repertoire with super-simple recipes full of flavor and good-for-you ingredients.
There’s a good chance you used to scrunch up your nose at bitter foods, relegating them to refrigerator Siberia. But these days, they’re the star of restaurant menus and grocery-store produce aisles.
Spice up your summer with creative tacos from Ivy Stark, corporate executive chef at Dos Caminos restaurants.
Yogi Rina Jakubowicz shares her simple tips and tricks on how to live a healthy vegan lifestyle on the go.
Yogi Rina Jakubowicz decided to go vegan to honor ahimsa. Learn how she lives a vegan lifestyle through supplements and maintaining a healthy diet.
Dal is as common in India as pasta in Italy. Find out why this nourishing dish is a classic comfort food for yogis.
Dal with makhan (butter) is a more decadent version of Indian dal that has become a standard, go-to dish on Indian-restaurant menus. This slow cooker recipe makes it that much easier to make at home.
The sweet-and-sour components of this dal reflect the importance of sweet notes in food from the region, while nuts add a comforting crunch.
This is a common dal in North Indian Punjabi households.
Cookbook author Anupy Singla uses a split and skinned chickpea, called chana dal, for her kids as an afterschool treat to or on the way to soccer practice.
You've probably heard that souping is the new juicing. But in cold weather, a warm bowl of soup feels more like comfort food than a "cleanse." And that's exactly the point.
Citrus fruit is now in season and one of nature’s best sources of vitamin C, a key nutrient for supporting your immune system. Get inspired to juice up your meals and your body’s winter defenses.
Best eaten for breakfast or as a pre-yoga snack, this dish will fill you up and satisfy your sweet cravings without spiking blood sugar levels.
Thanksgiving day can be difficult for vegetarians. Try these 10 recipes to make sure your holiday table welcomes all of your guests.
If you’re someone who loves to drink, cook or bake with coconut milk, this easy and affordable recipe is for you.
Out with preservative-packed convenience store meat sticks, in with portable, all-natural, artisanal, and gluten-free high-protein snacks.
A cousin to the fig, it’s much loved in the tropics and is now appearing in American vegetarian dishes as a delicious meat substitute.
Cocoa enhances feelings of well-being, while the tart cherries relieve muscle soreness.
Eggs are filled with protein, and turmeric repairs and soothes tired muscles.
Cucumber’s potassium and high water content aid hydration, while beets contain nitrates to boost endurance.
High in complex carbs and thirst-quenching water, this parfait also provides cinnamon to balance blood sugar and energy levels.
Celebrating National Kale Day? Here are three more healthy greens you should try.
Try this delicious, health-supportive smoothie featuring a balanced serving of healthy carbohydrates, protein, and fat.
Sea buckthorn berries are gaining popularity in both the States in both cosmetics and foods. Why the hype?
Try this hearty stew from Brandon Frohne, executive chef of Mason’s restaurant in Nashville, Tennessee, will warm your belly and your soul.
The rice flour in this heavenly, aromatic gluten-free teacake make s it reminiscent of mochi, sweet Japanese rice treats.
This filling gluten-free pie is similar to pumpkin pie and tastes just as good—if not better, knowing that it’s healthful for you.
Try this healthy treat that satisfies kids’ and adults’ sweet cravings alike.
This incredibly moist cake is made from two secret healthy ingredients: avocados and beets. Avocados are rich in healthy fats and fiber; beets are a good source of potassium and add natural sweetness.
Enjoy a healthy snack from your local bees this fall with one of these four flavored honey pairings.
Learn vegans and vegetarians can reap similar nutritional benefits for bones, teeth, tissues, and organs as fans of bone broth enjoy.
Baking sans gluten can be tricky because the protein makes dough pliable, giving rise to baked goods’ familiar texture. Use this guide to help smooth the transition to gluten-free treats.
Here, some creative culinary inspiration for three nutrition-packed varieties, plus tips for buying and storing them.
Are health warnings scaring you off certain foods? Get the real facts on three dietary controversies currently making headlines.
This green—better known as a garden weed—has a nutrition profile capable of competing with the best superfoods.
Our friends at the Natural Gourmet Institute say crickets are creeping into food products like protein bars and cookies. Would you scoop one up for a sustainable snack?
Meet pitaya, the tropical super fruit bursting into the hearts and breakfast bowls of health-conscious foodies around the world.
Try this easy vegan kale-basil pesto to aid digestion and boost protection from environmental toxins.
A healthy alternative to pasta, zucchini pasta with mint pesto gives you all the flavor with fewer calories--and none of the grains.
Should we give up gluten, whole grains, all carbs-—forever? The pros weigh in on this growing diet trend.
Make summer dinner parties easier by taking advantage of sake's wow factor—both in your meals and alongside them. Try these sake-infused recipes with pairings.
A good dressing can transform even the simplest salad into something sublime. To keep your routine interesting, try this easy yet memorable combination.
Of all the “superfoods” on the market, chia seeds are undoubtedly worthy of their reputation. Try this 3-ingredient jam for a quick fix.
The Mediterranean diet’s heavy-duty antioxidant and anti-inflammatory powers may lead to a longer, healthier life.
The Natural Gourmet Institute shares the secrets to successfully recreate the versatile, not-soggy quinoa you get in restaurants.
Removing meat from your diet can improve your health but you must replenish what you eliminate. Vegetarians can takes a B12 supplement to support health.
Apply these principle Ayurvedic flavors to your salads to make them more nourishing, and feel full longer.
Learn how to translate marketing terms used to describe "green wine."
Never make tough, flavorless beans again. The Natural Gourmet Institute shares a recipe and the secrets for better beans.
Get creative in the kitchen with edible flowers. Bonus: They are packed with disease-fighting antioxidants.
If you’ve ever made nut milk, you’ve no doubt wondered what to do with the leftovers. Leave it to the Natural Gourmet Institute to come up with a delicious solution.
Our quick-and-easy guide to best and worst seafood species for the planet's health.
All of the dos and don'ts of seafood for sustainability and health can begin to make your head swim. Here, three ways to simplify the process.
Eating seafood can be healthy for you and the planet—if you choose mindfully. Here, seven smart seafood selections.
Advice on storing and cooking with these versatile green gems. Plus, we’ve got tips for growing a few in your kitchen.
Thrill your palate and support your practice by adding Sriracha and other hot sauces to every meal you make.
Thrill your palate and support your practice with healthy, sriracha-inspired hot sauce.
Practicing the principle of non-harming can trigger dissonance in omnivores. Here, thoughts on reconciling your diet with your practice.
Seafood can be healthy if you choose mindfully. Try these meals to boost omega-3 fatty acids with minimal environmental impact.
If you’ve been thinking about switching to a plant-based diet, enjoying a meatless meal once a week is a great way to start.
In the hopes of making your Valentine’s Day sweeter, Budig hit the kitchen to whip up a DIY version of her favorite healthy bars.
Chilly nights call for hot and hearty chowder. And with a few simple ingredient swaps, you can make a pot to satisfy everyone at the table.
This meditation by Jamie Zimmerman, M.D., will help you learn to handle food cravings with greater awareness and intention.
Craving simple, healthy meals after holiday decadence? This one-dish wonder’s medley of flavors and colors doesn't disappoint.
Get your dose of antioxidants and soothe your sweet tooth with raw chocolate.
Plentiful dark-chocolate chunks and vegetable oil make these chewy cookies rich and satisfying. No milk chocolate or butter necessary.
In this luscious dessert, tangy cranberries are encased in just enough buttery cake, and a blend of spices and orange zest adds exciting flavor.
Cashew cream combined with a hint of apple and cinnamon creates a luscious filling perfect for the holidays. A maple-pecan topping adds a sweet crunch.
More and more people are avoiding ingredients that have always ruled baking recipes. Fortunately, seasonal treats can be just as sweet without them.