Recipes

Miso Tahini Noodles With Tuna GF

Miso Tahini Noodles With Tuna GF
This Thai-inspired tuna noodle bowl is quick, satisfying, and packed with nutrients to support hormone health. Tuna provides protein and omega-3s, colorful veggies add fiber and antioxidants, tahini brings healthy fats, and miso adds rich flavor. It's an easy reminder that balanced meals can support your body without being complicated.

Ingredients:
  • 6 ozs Rice Vermicelli (dry)
  • 2 tbsps Tahini
  • 1 tbsp Miso Paste
  • 1 tbsp Organic Tamari
  • 1 tsp Honey
  • 1 Garlic (clove, minced)
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper (medium, thinly sliced)
  • 2 cans Tuna (drained, flaked)
  • 1 cup Snow Peas
  • 2 tbsps Thai Basil (chopped)
Instructions:
  1. Cook the noodles according to the package directions. Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the tahini, miso paste, tamari, honey, and garlic. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of water.
  3. Add the noodles and toss to combine. Divide the noodles, bell pepper, tuna, and snow peas evenly between plates. Top with basil, and enjoy!
2 servings

Smashed Chickpea & Avocado Toast with Poached Egg

Smashed Chickpea & Avocado Toast with Poached Egg
This toast recipe is fairly simple but packed with nutrients that help keep you feeling full, energized, and satisfied. Eggs provide high-quality protein and choline, an important nutrient for brain health and hormone function, while chickpeas add fiber and plant-based protein to help support healthy blood sugar levels. Avocado contributes heart-healthy fats that are essential for hormone production, and the combination of protein, healthy fats, and fiber makes this a balanced meal that can help reduce energy crashes and keep you fueled throughout the morning. 🌿🍳🥑

Ingredients:
  • 1 1/2 tsps Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 Egg
  • 1/2 cup Chickpeas (cooked)
  • 1/4 Avocado (small)
  • 1/2 tsp Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 tsp Everything Bagel Seasoning
  • 1/8 tsp Chili Flakes
  • Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
  • 1 3/4 slices Gluten-Free Bread (sliced, toasted)
Directions: 
  1. Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil and add the vinegar. Stir the water with a spoon to create a whirlpool. Carefully add the egg(s) to the water. Cook for three to four minutes until cooked to your liking. Use a slotted spoon to carefully remove the egg(s) and place them on a plate lined with a paper towel to absorb the excess liquid.
  2. Add the chickpeas to a bowl and mash with a fork. Mash in the avocado. Add the lemon juice, everything bagel seasoning, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread the chickpea mixture onto the bread. Top with the poached egg, and season with salt and pepper. Enjoy!
1 serving

Tempeh and Quinoa Mediterranean bowl

Tempeh and Quinoa Mediterranean bowl
This Tempeh & Quinoa Mediterranean Bowl is a fresh, protein-packed meal loaded with quinoa, crispy tempeh, colorful veggies, and a bright lemon oregano dressing. It's an easy, nourishing lunch or dinner that's perfect for meal prep.

Ingredients:
  • 1/3 cup Quinoa
  • 2 tsps Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tsps Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 tsp Oregano
  • 1/8 oz Avocado Oil Spray
  • 8 ozs Organic Tempeh (sliced)
  • Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
  • 1/2 cup Chickpeas (cooked)
  • 1 1/4 cups Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
  • 1/4 Cucumber (medium, chopped)
  • 1/4 cup Pitted Kalamata Olives
  • 2 cups Arugula
  • 1/4 cup Parsley (chopped)
Instructions:
  1. Cook the quinoa according to the package directions. Set it aside.
  2. In a bowl, combine the oil, lemon juice, and oregano. Set aside.
  3. Heat a pan over medium heat and spray with oil. Add the tempeh, and season with salt and pepper. Cook for four to five minutes per side until browned.
  4. Divide the cooked quinoa, tempeh, chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, arugula, and parsley evenly between bowls. Pour the dressing evenly over each bowl. Enjoy!

White bean & sweet potato summer rolls with tahini sauce

White bean & sweet potato summer rolls with tahini sauce
These White Bean & Sweet Potato Summer Rolls are a fresh, nourishing meal that's packed with plant-based protein, fiber, and vibrant flavor. Roasted sweet potatoes, creamy white beans, crisp carrots, and fragrant Thai basil are wrapped in delicate rice paper and paired with a simple lemon tahini dipping sauce. They're light enough for warm summer days but satisfying enough to keep you full for hours.

Ingredients:
  • 2 Sweet Potato (peeled, chopped)
  • 1/16 oz Avocado Oil Spray
  • Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
  • 4 Rice Paper Wraps
  • 3/4 cup Thai Basil
  • 2 cups White Navy Beans (cooked, drained, rinsed)
  • 1 Carrot (medium, julienned)
  • 1 tbsp Tahini
  • 1/2 Lemon (juiced)
Instructions:
  1. Preheat the oven to 400ºF (205ºC). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the sweet potatoes on the baking sheet. Spray with oil and season with salt and pepper. Cook in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes until cooked through. Let cool slightly.
  2. Soften one sheet of rice paper by submerging it in a shallow dish of water for five seconds. Transfer to a plate. Arrange the basil, sweet potato, beans, and carrots on top.
  3. Fold the bottom edge over the filling, then fold in the sides. Roll tightly until fully wrapped and transfer to a plate. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
  4. In a bowl, whisk the tahini and lemon juice. Season with salt, and add a splash of water if the sauce is too thick.
  5. Serve the summer rolls with the tahini sauce. Enjoy!
2 servings

Smoked Salmon + Cream Cheese + Toast

Smoked Salmon + Cream Cheese + Toast
I truly love smoked salmon. When I was vegan for all of those years I missed smoked salmon a lot! (although to be fair I did find a banging smoked 'carrot' recipe, sounds weird but it was really good!). This recipe is pretty classic, at least in the NYC area. It's one of my favorite brunch items and even Ben has taken a liking to it!

If you're in NYC get yourself a delicious gf bagel!- ask me my favorite place and you will not be sad you did, bonus - they ship if you're not in NYC!)

Ingredients:
  • 3/4 oz Vegan Cream Cheese (Regular)
  • 4 slices Gluten-Free Bread (toasted)
  • 6 ozs Smoked Salmon
  • 1/2 Cucumber (small, sliced)
  • 2 tbsps Red Onion (finely sliced)
  • 2 tsps Capers
  • 2 tbsps Lemon Juice
  • 2 tbsps Fresh Dill (chopped)
Instructions
  1. Spread the cream cheese over each slice of bread. Top evenly with the smoked salmon.
  2. Add the sliced cucumber, red onion, and capers over the salmon. Finish with the lemon juice, fresh dill, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Enjoy!
2 servings

Meet Leah Negrin

 
I am a bold, beautiful, sometimes timid, usually happy, essential oil, nutrition junkie. Although at 39 I feel as if I've had several careers over a lifetime (or at least sometimes when I look back at my resume that is what shines through). I've been a paralegal, an office manager, an administrative assistant, worked in commercial lending and have finally landed on nutrition.

My journey to nutrition started many years ago when my sister was diagnosed with celiac disease and food had to change for the family. From there, along my own health journey I’ve helped people not only figure out what to eat but how to do it so that it can work for them sustainably. For almost seven years I’ve been counseling people on their nutrition and weight loss journeys. 

Finally getting some sunshine in Southern California *Photo credit  Brittany Hassett 

I am knowledgeable about what purpose food serves your body and I focus on finding sustainable options when it comes to food; this also led to my love of essential oils. I had the opportunity to attend a workshop where a registered dietitian spoke about using essential oils in her practice to help her patients. I was floored. I knew that #plantsheal but I didn't realize that others in the 'conventional' medical community thought that as well!! Learning that it was possible to incorporate these magical little bottles gave me a huge sense of hope.


Alina, myself and Caitlin (oily bffs) *Photo credit Anne Negrin

 
As I learned more about these oils I was diagnosed with increased intestinal permeability or as many of us know it, leaky gut. Leaky gut has been around for quite awhile but many of us are just learning what this is or why this is even more common these days than ever before. Many issues can be related to leaky gut including autoimmune diseases. Receiving this diagnosis just led me down a path further to learn about nutrition and how to best serve my body and take care of myself.


Enjoying a vegan ice cream cone in Budapest! *Photo credit to Michelle Owen 

Since birthing our sweet baby boy at home earlier this year I’ve been incredibly passionate about helping other women too who are pregnant and new mothers with their nutrition. Eating healthy for your pregnant body and your postpartum self is a game changer for both mother and baby.

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