Crispy Cabbage with Creamy Almond and Sesame Dressing
This crispy cabbage is one of those surprisingly good recipes you don’t expect to love… and then you’re standing at the pan picking at it before it even hits the table. The cabbage gets golden and crunchy in the oven, then it’s tossed in a creamy almond-sesame dressing that’s nutty, savory, and just a little tangy. It’s simple, cozy, and the kind of veggie side that actually feels satisfying — perfect for busy nights when you want something easy but still really, really good.

Ingredients:
  • 2 tbsps Almond Butter (runny)
  • 1 tsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tsp Sesame Oil
  • 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tbsp Water
  • Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
  • 8 cups Savoy Cabbage (shredded)
  • 2 tbsps Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds
Instructions:
  1. In a small bowl, mix together the almond butter, apple cider vinegar, sesame oil, garlic powder, water, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Add the cabbage to the baking sheet and add the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine, then spread it out in an even layer.
  4. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until the cabbage has browned and is crispy.
  5. Transfer to a serving bowl and pour the dressing all over. Toss to combine. Top with sesame seeds and divide evenly onto plates. Enjoy!
4 servings

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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. 

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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.


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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.


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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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