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The Ultimate Berry Balsamic Summer Salad
There’s something special about adding homegrown alfalfa sprouts to a summer dish—they’re fresh, crunchy, and bursting with that clean, just-picked flavor that instantly elevates any salad, wrap, or sandwich. They don’t just taste better than store-bought—they feel better, too.

Francesca Nardelli
May 10, 20254 min read


Crunchy Summer Salad with Homegrown Sprouts & Creamy Champagne Dressing
Nothing hits like a crisp, refreshing salad that actually fills you up and feels alive.

Francesca Nardelli
May 4, 20252 min read


Tofu Salad: A Delicious High-Protein Treat
Tofu Salad first entered my life in 2021, and I have never gone a week without it! It's irresistibly easy, creamy, delicious, and high in protein. This dish is not only tasty but also packed with nutrients that make it a fantastic choice for any meal. Let's dive into how to prepare this delightful dish. Weekly Tofu Salad: A 5-Day Supply Making enough Tofu Salad for an entire week is straightforward. Here’s what you'll need for a week’s supply: 2 large blocks of extra firm tof

Francesca Nardelli
Jan 15, 20253 min read


Easy Tofu Chili
Ingredient List: 1 block extra firm tofu 1 bell pepper White onion 2-3 garlic cloves Tomato paste 1 can diced tomatoes 1 can beans (kidney or black bean) 1-2 large carrots 1-2 celery stalks 1 jalapeno fresh cilantro salt, pepper garlic powder, oregano, chili powder, paprika, cumin Crumble the tofu (extra firm tofu will hold best for this recipe, and it has more protein than softer tofu) into small pieces in a bowl, season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, cumin, chi

Francesca Nardelli
Mar 28, 20241 min read


Banana Protein Dough Bites
I’ve been making these snacks for so many years! It helps me get more protein into my day, and I think they taste so good. I just recently started using PB fit to cut my calories down and to keep my fat low. If you are not cutting calories, or counting your macros, regular peanut butter works great in this recipe. These are so tasty for a quick snack, I love to have them in my fridge to snack on throughout the day. they do taste like banana, so if you do not like banana, you

Francesca Nardelli
Feb 23, 20221 min read


Creamy Mushroom, Herb & Sun-dried Tomato Zoodles
I am at a complete loss for words with this dish. It was just absolutely delicious. I grew up eating my mom's version of this which was made with chicken, cream, lots of cheese, and much fewer veggies. So I'm beyond excited to have finally perfected my favorite childhood dish. I can't wait for you to try it! I made a homemade cream sauce instead of actual cream, omitted the cheese, and added mushrooms, chickpeas, spinach and zucchini noodles. Heaven. Zoodles are great for th

Francesca Nardelli
Jan 20, 20222 min read


Sweet Potato Tortilla Tacos w/ Black Bean Dip
Homemade tortillas just hit different. I really just love how simple it was to make my own tortillas, and I feel much better eating them knowing that they aren't filled with extra unnecessary ingredients. Simplicity is always key in my kitchen. To make your own tortillas, you'll just need 1 large sweet potato, and your choice of flour! Chop sweet potato into large chunks. Bring a pot of water to a boil, and add your sweet potato chunks. Boil until soft and tender. Drain your

Francesca Nardelli
Mar 29, 20212 min read


Veggie, Tofu & Cashew Sheet Pan Meal Prep
When it comes to meal prep, it might seem boring to think you're going to eat the same thing all week, but THIS is a meal you're going to want to eat everyday! The sauce is super light and simple, and as always, I suggest using Pure Maple Syrup for all of my recipes! What You'll Need : Coconut Aminos (OR Liquid Aminos) Apple Cider Vinegar Pure Maple Syrup Sesame Oil Fresh Ginger Fresh Garlic Almond Flour Water Super Firm Tofu ( I used Trader Joe's 1lb) Salt Pepper Olive Oil R

Francesca Nardelli
Nov 21, 20202 min read


Eggplant Pizza Bites with Mushroom, Green Onion, and Date Sauce
Before I switched to plant based, I used to be obsessed with this restaurant in Beacon Hill (Boston) by Chef Todd English called Figs. My favorite menu item was the Fig & Leek Spicy Shrimp pizza. I searched for figs, but they are unfortunately out of season so I came up with my own little twist on this eggplant creation! This meal has super simple ingredients and the taste was phenomenal! I love sweet & savory so I often combine them! This was flavorful, and perfectly paired!

Francesca Nardelli
Oct 13, 20201 min read


Simple Burst Cherry Tomato Sauce
I grew up cooking with my mother, so a lot of my passion for cooking comes from her! I am also very passionate about health and wellness, so I've taken what I've learned from her, and combined that with my desire to be healthier. & In my opinion, the simpler the ingredients, the better the taste! This sauce is a perfect example of that! I use this cherry tomato sauce for so many recipes because it's so simple to make, and so delicious. Ingredients : 1 container of cherry tom

Francesca Nardelli
Oct 13, 20201 min read


Air Fried Eggplant “Parm” : Meal Prep
I started a meal prep company a few years back wanting to help people eat healthier, and to help them better understand portions. Every body is different, and we all require different calories, different macros, etc.. It took me a long time to make custom meals for people to meet their needs, but it's what some people need in order to hit their goals. Meal planning, and portion controlling can be time consuming and does require a lot of planning, but if your goals are more th

Francesca Nardelli
Oct 7, 20202 min read


Air Fried Sweet Potato Fries
If you don't have an air fryer already, be prepared to buy one after reading this! In college, I took a class for public speaking because like most people, I was absolutely terrified of speaking in front of people. For my final speech, I chose something I was (and still am) very passionate about: my air fryer! LOL. I know it sounds silly, but my air fryer changed my life in the best ways! Before I get into the recipe for these crispy and delicious sweet potato fries, I want t

Francesca Nardelli
Oct 2, 20203 min read


Eggplant Pesto Pizza Bites w/ Balsamic Glaze
If you’ve been following along, you know I love my carbs — but I tend to reach for root vegetables and fruit more often than bread. Nothing against a soft, warm loaf (truly one of life’s simple joys), but when I swap bread for produce, I feel lighter, more energized, and more balanced overall. These eggplant pesto pizza bites are my current obsession. Think of them as a fresh twist on cauliflower-crust pizza: lighter than bread, but every bit as satisfying. The base is roaste

Francesca Nardelli
Sep 22, 20202 min read
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