
Maple and Tamari Glazed Salmon
Yields: about two, 8-ounce filets Prep Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 1.5 hours (includes marinating) Maple and tamari (think soy sauce) come together for the perfect pairing of sweet and savory in this family friendly Asian-inspired marinade, creating a perfect glaze over omega-3 rich salmon. Ingredients 2 tablespoons (gluten free) Tamari or soy sauce (if gluten is not a concern) 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup 1/2 tablespoon toasted sesame oil 1 teaspoon sesame seeds 1/2 te

Baked Spinach Donuts with Chocolate Frosting
Yields: about 10 – 12 donuts Prep Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes These delectable little treats are baked, a cross between a doughy bagel and a fluffy donut and are loaded with spinach to bring a healthy green color to the party! Ingredients 2 1/2 cups white flour 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour 1 cup cane sugar 3/4 cup whole milk 2 cups fresh spinach (packed) 1/4 cup avocado oil (or preferred oil) 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 2 teaspoons pure van

Finding Answers in Acceptance
“For after all, the best thing one can do when it is raining is let it rain.” - Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Lately, I have felt incredibly irritable and a bit like something ominous is hanging over me. There is a lot going on right now, some happy, some neutral, and some very sad. I have to be aware when I start to feel like this, as irritability sets in, and it’s hard for me to find contentment. I am reminded back to a time when I had my first real eye-opener to the power

Gluten Free Coconut Flour Brownie Bites
A complimentary product was received. All opinions are my own. Please see here for The Nourished Seedling’s policies on Affiliates and Disclaimers. Yields: about 24 bites Prep Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes These little bites are made with high fiber coconut flour and coconut oil providing healthy fats. A great brownie bite with less sugar, healthier oils and no gluten containing flours and still chocolate satisfaction! Ingredients 1/2 cup cocon

Crispy Roasted Beet Chips
Yields: 2 cups Prep Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Iron and antioxidant rich beets steal the spotlight! When thinly sliced, these little guys crisp right up and with just a hint of salt and olive oil, make a perfect vegetable chip the whole family can enjoy! Ingredients 3 whole large beets, any variety 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt Directions 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. 2. Peel beets, removing outer skin. Using a mando

Don't Forget to Look Up
“You are the sky. Everything else – it’s just the weather.” - Pema Chödrön My husband and I were watching Nova the other day – yes, we live quite exciting lives. Actually, we have the exact opposite taste in viewing material, so the same public broadcasting station that is occasionally on during the day with a mischievous curious monkey is the same channel gracing our television when we first turn it on at night. And this evening was no different. Except this time, neither

Blueberry and Chia Seed Waffles
Yields: about 6-7 waffles Prep Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Whole wheat flour, antioxidant rich blueberries and chia seeds make this a healthy, nutrient loaded breakfast for any day! Ingredients 1 cup frozen blueberries (smaller berries work best) 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour 1/2 cup ground chia seeds (coffee grinder works well for grinding) 1 tablespoon cane sugar 1/4 cup avocado oil (or preferred oil) 2 eggs 1 1/2 cups whole milk 4 teaspoons baking

Almond and Flax Cinnamon Sugar Cookies
Yields: about 32-36 cookies Prep Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Inspired by a fondness for all things cinnamon and sugar, these cookies are similar to a snickerdoodle, yet pack all of the goodness of protein, iron, calcium and healthy fats from whole wheat flour, ground flaxseeds and almonds. Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter, softened 1/2 cup cane sugar 1/4 cup quality honey 1 egg 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1 cup whole wheat pastry flou

Chocolate Covered Raspberry and Cashew Truffles
Yields: about 24 truffles Hands-On Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 2 hours soaking time for cashews & freezing) Total Time: 2.5 hours These decadent bites taste like mini ice cream truffles, yet have only 5 simple ingredients, no refined sugar and are full of nutrition! Cashews offer healthy fats with no cholesterol and raspberries bring vitamin C and antioxidants to this little treat! With the right chocolate chips, these truffles can be gluten free and vegan, too. Ingredi

Sweet Potato and Black Bean Fiesta Soup
Yields: about 8-10 cups Prep Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 4 hours (slow cooker) Loaded with vitamins, fiber and antioxidants, this soup is best made in the slow cooker, letting the flavors blend together. Sweet potato adds a hint of sweetness to balance out the depth of the cumin, paprika and hint of chili powder. Ingredients 1 large or 2 small chicken breasts (about 1 pound) 3 cups quality chicken broth 1 cup water 1 1/2 cups diced sweet potatoes 1 (15 ounce