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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


TOFU SCRAMBLE: The Ultimate High-Protein Tofu Scramble (Better Than Eggs!)
I learned how to make this delicious egg - like breakfast scramble by the fabulous Chef Mario Fabbri, and this is my little spin on it! This is the easiest, most delicious high-protein breakfast that’s budget-friendly and totally egg-free (duh). PRESSING TOFU? DO I NEED TO ? Here’s how: Take a 14g protein block of firm tofu (look for high-protein tofu—it’s even denser!). Wrap it in a clean kitchen towel and place a heavy pan or book on top. Let it sit for 15 minutes , and yo

Francesca Nardelli
Mar 12, 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


No-Bake Carrot Cake Protein Bites
Bringing back my all time favorite protein recipe! carrot cake lovers, this is for you! super minimal & simple ingredients! decadent and dessert like! Hope you love it!

Francesca Nardelli
Feb 26, 20241 min read


Date Recovery & Energy Bites
I love these bites for many reasons! They're so delicious, packed with tons of energy, and protein! They're high in fat and protein so even though they are small, they help keep me full throughout the day! I love to bake with dates, they are such a delicious fruit, and make for the most perfect natural sweetener. (But sadly, I have a horrible addiction to dates!) So I rarely buy them because I can literally eat the entire bag or container of them in a matter of minutes. I'm s

Francesca Nardelli
Feb 26, 20241 min read


Rice, Hummus & Tofu Veggie Peace Plate
Today I am so excited to share this with dish with you!! It is my latest obsession and is filled with so many delicious flavors, and as always, is super simple! It is inspired by my favorite cafe in Hawaii called the Peace Cafe. The dish that I am recreating is called the Peace Plate! If you ever find yourself in Honolulu, this is a must try, although I think my recreation here is as close as you can get to tasting it yourself! It is a salad plate with dressing and veggies, a

Francesca Nardelli
Mar 6, 20211 min read


Fall Greens & Grains Jar with Brussels, Pomegranate Seeds, and Persimmon
I was pretty amazed (& excited!) by how many people commented that they too love Brussels sprouts! So I decided to create another super tasty salad with them, and many more delicious flavors! I think you're going to absolutely love this one, as I did :) These jars are the perfect combination of sweet and savory! I added grains to this recipe to make it hearty, filling, and more calorie dense, but still keeping it high in nutritional value! This dish would be so perfect to ser

Francesca Nardelli
Nov 13, 20202 min read
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