Recipes 

This quick & easy gfree quiche is the perfect make-ahead breakfast option!

The summers here in Austin are entirely too hot to worry about heating up the stove. Beat the heat with this delicious, simple tomato & cucumber salad that is both gluten free and paleo.

I finally pulled out my ice cream maker I got for Christmas. Read on for my recipe for coconut milk ice cream- using only 3 ingredients! gluten-free, dairy-free & paleo!

Smoothies are one of my go-to quick & easy gluten-free and paleo breakfast options. Read on to find out my most recent fave combo.

Check out this simple formula to help construct the perfect salad, plus some delicious combinations to get you inspired!

The holidays may be over, but there’s still plenty of time to warm up with this delicious chili! Not only is it vegan and gluten free, it’s also filling and packed with flavor!

What's on your gluten free Thanksgiving menu this year? Are you planning to make recipes in advance or do most of the work the day of? Here are 2 of my favorite, make ahead Thanksgiving recipes: Rosemary Citrus Turkey Breast & Orange Cranberry Sauce

This recipe for Smoky Paprika Roasted Cauliflower is simple, tasty & healthy! The perfect quick & easy gluten-free, dairy-free veggie side for any meal.

Salsa is a delicious addition to many meals and is a perfect snack. It’s delightful flavor seems far from healthy, but the truth is…the tasty treat is packed with veggies and loaded with nutritional goodness.Try this tomatillo-avocado salsa today!

When looking for a quick, transportable, easy, delicious snack, there may be nothing more perfect than humus. Originating in the Middle East, hummus was traditionally ground chick peas with sesame oil. However, recently, the definition has expanded to include more varieties ranging from edamame to white bean. What ever variety you choose, hummus is a wonderful addition to your afternoon snack.

Expand your grilling repertoire by adding fresh vegetables (and fruits) at your next cookout!

I remember the first time I tried a bowl of banana ice cream. Now its a favorite summer dessert. Read on to learn how easy it is to prep ahead and have on hand!

Stay cool in the next heat wave with Popsicles made from whole fruit!

The new June plan is up, including this super easy, kid-friendly Zesty Citrus marinade. Perfect for chicken, shrimp & fish! One of my must-have summertime grilling go-to recipes.

Try our Lemon-Ginger Blueberry Scones! These kid-friendly scones are made with almond flour and are gluten, dairy & grain free as well as Paleo-friendly.

This easy, gluten-free, dairy-free pasta dish uses loads of fresh spring veggies: tomato, eggplant, mushrooms, onion, zucchini & fresh basil. A simple, make-ahead pasta dish, one of my favorites! From the Prep Dish April Meal Plan.

Mini Gluten-Free Maple Almond Cakes w/ Balsamic Marinated Strawberries…… I think of these as a grown-up version of the strawberry shortcakes I grew up loving. Bonus: this dessert is gluten-free & dairy-free and fits seamlessly into a prep-ahead meal plan.

Desserts are indulgent, #1. As a dietitian, I aim to also utilize whole-food, gluten-free, dairy-free ingredients. For example, using dates as a sweetener instead of sugars and opting for nut butters instead of flours. This quick & easy 3-ingredient cookie is family-friendly and oh so good!

Rather than chopping ingredients for a salad each night, prep 1 large salad at the beginning of the week. Then simply dish it up as a side salad for dinners or scoop some out for a quick lunch. Many of our meal plans provide a salad recipe, this gluten-free Balsamic Roasted Beets, Shaved Fennel, Walnuts & Goat Cheese Salad is pulled from our Winter 1 Plan. Meal planning made delicious!

Simple & delicious?! These 2 words sum up why I’m a sweet potato fan. Chopping and roasting sweet potatoes yields a quick & easy, crave-worthy side. I typically roast sweet potatoes with a mixture of spices (chili powders, cumin, etc). But this recipe simplifies the process further by using only 1 seasoning: Herbs De Provence. It’s a blend of Italian herbs, including lavender, which adds a subtle floral note.

I love cornbread! Growing up, my mom used to make Jiffy cornbread and serve with ham and beans. I’ve developed a cornbread recipe that’s gluten-free (Jiffy is not!). I also use olive oil (Jiffy uses partially hydrogenated lard). But the result is just as delicious.

Leaves changing, temperatures cooling and the return of pumpkin-flavored treats! I love fall and the transition to heartier, warmly spiced foods. I frequently use butternut squash in my baked goods. It works well as a sub in pumpkin recipes. I buy a larger (3-4 pound) squash and roast whole (about 1-1.25 hours at 350F). Then I have plenty of squash to use in savory and sweet dishes (think creamy pear-squash soup or butternut squash pancakes with pecans & chocolate chips!).

1. Melt 3T butter in medium sauté pan (med-high heat)
2. Add 1T chopped fresh rosemary, 1t cinnamon, 1/2t cayenne, pinch nutmeg, 1t S&P & 3T brown sugar (or honey).
3. Toss in 1# pecans to coat and toast in 350 F oven for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Smells & tastes delicious!