Vegetarian
This recipe is categorized as healthy because it is vegetarian, meaning that it has no meat, only plant based foods.
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Nerdy Hummus Dressing
This hummus dressing is the perfect topping for salads, brown rice, roasted veggies and so much more! Hummus is made mostly from chickpeas which pack quite a nutritional punch. A mere tablespoon has 2 grams of fiber and 2 grams of protein. They’re also rich in potassium, calcium, magnesium and iron. This recipe has at least 3 of the recommended Luteal Phase foods: hummus (chickpeas) garlic this dressing is ideal for the luteal phase but healthy and delicious enough to use at any point in your cycle. Have you tried making this recipe? Are you cycle syncing? I’d love to hear your feedback. Please comment and rate! Peace & love,…
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Apple Spice Oatmeal
This is my new favorite fall breakfast! Fresh apples and warm spices make this super comforting and so healthy too. Make plenty for leftovers because they taste even better! This recipe has at least 3 of the recommended Luteal Phase foods: apples walnuts cinnamon if you are also seed cycling, this is a great dish to top with those sunflower and sesame seeds! If you want an extra special treat, head on over to Whip and Wander. My fellow Jenni has some fantastically delectable recipes, including her Spiced Apple Butter. Top your leftover oatmeal with this butter before reheating and you will not regret it!! Have you tried making this…
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Fall Squash Soup
Beautiful and full of fall, this soup is rich, hearty and healthy. It’s also dairy free and gluten free- only vegetables and spices! This recipe has 7 of the recommended Luteal Phase foods: onions leeks garlic celery carrots potatoes squash Have you tried making this recipe? Are you cycle syncing? I’d love to hear your feedback. Please comment and rate! Peace & love, jenni Want to be alerted when I post new recipes? Subscribe below to be in the know!
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Leftover Quinoa Oats Recipe
This is a great way to use up any leftover quinoa from the night before! Hearty and healthy, this breakfast is a great addition to your summer meals. This recipe has 3 of the recommended Summer/Ovulatory Phase foods: quinoa strawberries almonds it’s also a great way to get your seeds in! Want to be alerted when I post new recipes? Subscribe below to be in the know! Have you tried this recipe? I would love to know your thoughts. Peace & Love, jenni
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Berry Nutty Pineapple Smoothie
This breakfast smoothie is refreshing and cool for those hot summer mornings! Filled with fruit and seeds, it holds 10 grams of your daily fiber!! This recipe has 5 of the recommended Ovulatory Phase foods: strawberries spinach almonds sunflower seeds sesame seeds Have you tried this recipe? I would love to know your thoughts. Peace & Love, jenni
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Lemon & Spinach Hummus
This protein packed kid friendly, vegan & vegetarian friendly snack is super easy to make. Nerdy Tips leave the chickpea skins on for more fiber. I took them off so my kids would be more apt to try this hummus. serve with just about anything! we use pita chips, raw veggies, and spread on greek chicken wraps. there are so many variations of hummus, this is just one option. Switch it up with different spices, add some herbs, pine nuts, olives or whatever you’re craving. Nerdy Facts Hummus is made all over the world especially in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean countries. Chickpeas are packed with protein and vitamins as well…
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Mushroom & Leek Risotto
Creamy and flavorful, risotto is a special dish. It takes a little time and a lot of TLC, so I like to make double to guarantee leftovers! Nerdy Tips Don’t be intimidated!! If you have the time, you can make this!! Patience is the most important part of a good risotto. Use vegetable stock to make this an easy and creamy vegetarian dish. Make sure your stock is warm, not boiling. If you don’t want to use wine make sure to replace with an acid like lemon juice. I make a double batch for twice the reward (dinner AND leftovers) with the same amount of effort. To reheat those leftovers,…
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Broccoli and Orecchiette Pasta
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German Potato Dumplings
This recipe has been passed down in my family for generations. I’ve done my best to put measurements to it, but we have always made them by feel. Dense and filling, these dumplings are best paired with the sauerkraut recipe below. Ingredients 1 baking potato, peeled and cubed into 1/2″ pieces 2 baking potatoes, shredded 1 egg 1/2 cup milk 2 1/2 cups flour salt and pepper to taste Boil the cubed potato until tender. At the same time, boil a large stockpot of water. Put drained potato cubes into a bowl with the shredded potatoes. Add egg, milk and flour. At this point, you just have to play with…
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French Peas
Light and gorgeously green, this dish will brighten any table! Ingredients 1 T olive oil 1 shallot, thinly sliced 1 clove garlic, minced 16 oz frozen or fresh peas 1/4 cup chicken stock 1/4 tsp lemon juice salt & pepper Cook down shallots in oil. Add garlic and sauté for 1 more minute until fragrant. Add peas, stock, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer until peas are tender, about 5 minutes. Top with tarragon butter. Nerdy Fact green peas are loaded with vitamins and contain high levels of heart healthy minerals, such as calcium, potassium and magnesium.
