-
Strawberry Beet Smoothie
I detest beets. I have tried- roasted beets, shaved beets and goat cheese, borscht. The strawberries make this one palatable, even to me! Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on pinterest Share on email Share on google A glorious sense of well-being spread like honey throughout Lars’s body. “For most of you, your last smoothie contained both a dosage of LSD and a liquid form of psilocybin, a naturally occurring substance found in certain mushrooms.” Liane Moriarty, Nine Perfect Strangers Tweet Healthy and delicious! If you like this recipe, check out the book that inspired it! You can buy Nine Perfect Strangers by Liane Moriarty…
-
Bacon Pesto Chicken Roulettes (Rolls)
This is a pasta free take on my Authentic Pesto Pasta with Parmesan. It’s gluten free and low carb but still oh so delicious!! Chicken rolled with rustic pesto and wrapped in bacon is a sure delight! Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on pinterest Share on email Share on google Gluten free and low carb.
-
Sweet Potatoes with Beef and Beans
I came up with this on the fly yesterday while trying to incorporate sweet potatoes and beef. I also added some black beans and garlic for extra points. Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on pinterest Share on email Share on google Gluten and dairy free. Hey Ladies! Are you cycle syncing? This is the heading Find more recipes by phase here. Click Here
-
Verity Taco Bites
These taco bites are perfect for any party- even a party of one! The wonton shells add the perfect crunch and each person can add whatever toppings they desire (if you choose to share!). I love this easy, fun dinner! Sometimes I mix quinoa into the beef to lighten things up a bit. The possibilities are endless! “I made tacos.” I smile at him. “Is it time to eat already?” He laughs. “It’s after ten. It was time to eat three hours ago.” I look at the clock on the computer. How did I lose track of time? I guess that happens when you’re reading about a psychotic woman abusing…
-
Gluten Free Chicken Piccata with Zoodles
I must admit, I was very skeptical of any noodle shaped vegetables replacing my pasta. I held off on the zoodle faze for a very long time but they have withstood the test of time. As I started cycle syncing and being more aware of how gluten affected my gut, I decided to buy some zucchini. This dish is delicious and healthy! The zoodles keep it light and the chicken is gluten free but the piccata keeps it tasty. Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on pinterest Share on email Share on google The piccata flavors keep this dish tasty despite being so healthy and light!…
-
Dairy free Cauliflower Leek Soup
This soup is fall in a bowl. With cinnamon and chili powder spices, it’s automatic comfort food. It’s wholesome, healthy, gluten free and dairy free. It’s almost entirely vegetables and seasoning but at the same time it’s so creamy. Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on pinterest Share on google Share on tumblr Share on reddit Soup-er healthy and yet so delicious!! Hi! I’m jenni, The Nerdy Gourmet. Learn more about me in my bio! About Me Connect with me! Facebook Twitter Youtube Instagram Pinterest
-
Warm Black Bean & Chickpea Dip
This dip is so comforting and delicious. You will catch yourself sneaking back for seconds of this scrumptious snack but I’m here to tell you that this recipe is full of healthy things like fiber and protein. No sneaking necessary! This recipe has 4 of the recommended Fall/Luteal Phase foods. black beans chickpeas garlic onion Have you tried making this recipe? 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!
-
Green Mexican Salad
The flavors in this salad are so incredible that you won’t believe how healthy it is!! A ton of green veggies and black beans are the base but don’t let those boring ingredients phase you. Spicy and bright citrus notes will have you going back to this recipe again and again. Gluten and dairy free. This recipe has at least 5 of the recommended Fall/Luteal Phase foods. cabbage cucumber garlic onion black beans add to brown rice or ground beef for more phase foods and also to add warmth and comfort to the dish. Have you tried making this recipe? Are you cycle syncing? I’d love to hear your feedback.…
-
Brussel Sprout Salad
Mixed with quinoa, shredded Brussel sprouts are topped with pistachios, dried fruit and a healthy hummus dressing. This is a lovely side to any main dish and the leftovers make a perfect lunch for the day after. Have you tried making this recipe? Are you cycle syncing? I’d love to hear your feedback. Please comment and rate! Peace & love, jenni
-
Detox Cherry Smoothie Recipe
So I made a few unfriendly choices when it came to my body and food yesterday. This morning was a fresh new start and I wanted to give my body a reset. And voila- this smoothie was created. And it is delicious. 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!
-
Mexican Omelette
This is my low carb yet still delicious breakfast go to. Eggs are the best. They’re healthy and packed with protein and this Mexican twist makes these so tasty!! This recipe has 2 of the recommended Spring/Follicular Phase foods and is packed with protein: eggs avocado 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!
-
Rustic Skillet Chicken
This was so easy to make and cleaning the one dirty pan was even easier! Heirloom tomatoes, fresh spinach and Italian seasoning makes this dish homey and comforting. This recipe has at least of the recommended Summer/Ovulatory Phase foods: tomatoes spinach bonus point if you serve over quinoa 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!
-
Greek Chicken Wraps
These wraps are my favorite lunch! Light and healthy, they are so filling and satisfying. If you happen to have leftover chicken, this is a fast, easy, delightful fix. I ate one of these everyday during my second pregnancy and most of my third! This recipe has 3 of the recommended Spring/Follicular Phase foods: chicken olives lemon juice 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!
-
Carrot Breakfast Oat Cups
Each bite of these are ridiculously delicious- and guilt free!! Gluten, dairy and refined sugar free makes these high in fiber and healthy. Not sure you could eat 16 muffins? They also freeze for up to 3 months! This recipe has 4 of the recommended Spring/Follicular Phase foods: oats eggs nut butters carrots 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!
-
Tangy Artichoke Tapenade
Cool, tangy and the perfect accent to any cracker or bread, this tapenade is my go to dip right now. It’s packed with lots of anti-inflammatory, good for your gut foods and the bonus- it takes 5 easy minutes to make! This recipe has at 4 of the recommended Fall/Luteal Phase foods. artichokes olives capers lemon 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!
-
Healthy Maple Granola Recipe
Go ahead and cross granola off of your grocery list. This healthier version is so easy to make! Maple flavors paired with warm spices create a comforting but healthy granola. I love this as an evening snack with my tea but it’s also great on any of my smoothies. I created this granola out of a list of recommended iron rich foods. Women have a higher iron goal than men: we need 14.8mg a day while men only need 8.7mg. Alisa Vitti recommends eating iron and vitamin B rich foods to support blood loss and energy during the menstrual phase of our cycles which is why I’m grouping this recipe…