An acorn squash is an excellent fall/winter squash that deserves a place on your table during colder weather. Similar to butternut squash in both color and flavor, acorn squash pairs beautifully with a touch of cinnamon, maple syrup, or a variety of herbs and spices. To stay consistent with fall and winter flavors, we went the cinnamon and maple route for this recipe. The squash caramelizes and becomes buttery-tender during the roasting process. Trust us when we tell you that this festive side dish does not disappoint.

One of the best things about this recipe, besides the highly addictive flavor, is how effortless and easy it is. All you have to do is slice the acorn squash in half, scoop out the innards, and then slice it into half moons. Just make sure that you do not slice the squash too thick or else it will take longer to cook. If you don’t want to spend time roasting them in the oven, you can consider cooking the squash slices in an air fryer or toaster oven, but you may need to do several batches, depending on the size of the appliance you use. The cooking time will also vary if you use an air fryer, toaster oven, etc.

If easy, wholesome side dishes really rev your engine, then you are going to love this recipe. It is every bit as cozy as it is delicious. In fact, it proves that healthy eating does not have to be a boring venture. Many healthy recipes are quite tasty and far from anything you think of when you imagine what “healthy” tastes like. This embraces sweet and savory flavors, combining them for cozy fall perfection. It is both versatile and crowd pleasing, so much so that your kids may even love it!

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When you are in need of a snack to fill you up, don’t reach for the bag of chips or package of cookies. Do those unhealthy snacks taste good and satisfy your sweet or salty craving? Yes, without a doubt, but they do not satiate you. In fact, they keep you coming back or wanting more, despite how much you ate. That’s why we love energy bites! They are made with a handful of healthy ingredients that provide healthy fats, fiber, protein, and essential vitamins and minerals.

This recipe calls for hemp hearts, ground flaxseed, sesame seeds, and raw sunflower seed butter, among a few other ingredients. Those specific ingredients offer lots of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, complete protein, zinc, selenium, and other micronutrients integral to your overall health. The three primary ingredients that offer some of the best nutrients and health benefits are:

• Hemp hearts: These tiny cream and green-colored seeds are the soft, inner part of hemp seeds. The plant originated in Central Asia, although it can be found nationwide these days. Hemp hearts are naturally rich in both omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, offering more than in chia seeds or flax seeds.
• Raw sunflower seed butter: Harness the power of the sunflower, just in creamy, delicious butter form. Sunflower seed butter is both gluten-free and nut-free, making it an allergy-friendly spread. It is also one of the best sources of vitamin E, a potent antioxidant that helps fight inflammation. Two tablespoons provides nearly 40% of the recommended daily intake.
• Ground flaxseed: Most nutritional experts recommend ground over whole flaxseed because the ground version is easier to digest. Flaxseed is commonly used to improve digestive health and relieve constipation, but it may also reduce total cholesterol levels, which can reduce the risk of heart disease.

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This is a wonderful, vibrant, and flavorful way to enjoy raw zucchini noodles. It combines the creaminess of avocado pesto with the textural crunch of zucchinie noodles. Is it a meal? Yes, but it is also as nourishing as it is delicious. Spice up your dinner routine and get away from salads by making this incredibly easy raw vegan entree. As you’ll see when you make it, the ingredients and steps are quite simple. You don’t need to overcomplicate recipes; rather, you just need quality ingredients.

The raw vegan world celebrates zucchini noodles and the majesty of the spiralizer. They are quite versatile and give you the feeling of indulging in spaghetti, only you don’t feel that common feeling of bloating and digestive discomfort that can result after eating a giant bowl of pasta. A bowl of zoodles covered in a creamy pesto is also a great introductory meal into the raw vegan world. The fresh basil and garlicky undertones come together beautiful in the beautiful pesto. Now, the pesto calls for raw walnuts, but if you enjoy the classic flavor of pine nuts in pesto, you can obtain raw pine nuts. Just keep in mind that pine nuts can be quite expensive, while raw walnuts are a much more affordable option.

The vibrant green pesto is a glorious celebration of fresh ingredients. Make sure to add nutritional yeast to achieve that signature cheesy flavor you know and expect from pesto. Fancy a bit of spice to your pesto? Feel free to add red pepper flakes! Love this recipe? Let us know in the comments or tag us on social media when you make the recipe.

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We are back with yet another energy ball recipe, only this time it is for vegans because it has oats. The oats not only act as a binding agent, just like the dates, but they also help to fill you up. They are naturally rich in protein, fiber, healthy fats, iron, zinc, and other vitamins and minerals. Oats are one of the best sources of beta-glucans, a soluble fiber that may help lower cholesterol, especially bad LDL cholesterol. That soluble fiber also slows digestion, increases feelings of fullness, and may increase bile acid production. It may also help to reduce blood sugar and insulin after a carb-heavy meal.

This recipe is just another way to show you that snacking can be healthy. You just have to use the right ingredients that provide valuable nutrition and sustenance. The problem with many store bought snacks, such as chips, cookies, or other packaged goods, is that they do not fill you up. You can eat an entire bag of chips and still feel hungry, but that is also because they contain ingredients that keep you coming back for more. These raspberry energy balls are completely sugar- and gluten-free, making them a great snack to power you up between meals.

From this recipe, you should get about 20 balls, but it depends how big you make them. Ideally, roll them into about the size of a tablespoon or smaller. When you place them on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper, make sure to space them out in order to prevent them from sticking together. After freezing them for about 30 minutes, remove them and roll in the desiccated coconut before placing them back in the freezer to harden. Enjoy when ready!

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Fresh peaches, sweetener, some lemon juice, and a jar…that’s all you need for this beautiful summer creation. This peach jam contains absolutely no preservatives or other chemical ingredients that you can’t pronounce, all of which are in store bought jams. You can gather as many peaches as you can and make a large batch, dividing it into smaller jars that you freeze and later defrost to enjoy throughout the year. Peaches don’t just have to be a summertime fruit to enjoy now that you have this recipe!

Maybe you are fortunate to have a peach tree in your yard. Perhaps you have a connection with a local farmer who has a plethora of peaches that he can’t get rid of fast enough. Whatever your peach source, guard it with your life! Obviously, you can enjoy peaches raw, but they can start to turn on you quickly. To prevent the fruit from going bad, you can make this simple peach jam. Peaches contain a good amount of sweetness, so you don’t need to add too much agave, but you can always adjust the amount based on the sweetness level of the jam.

The reason that you add lemons to the jam is because they contain natural pectin. This will help set the peach jam into the thick consistency that you know and love. Squeeze some fresh lemon juice and consider adding a little lemon zest for added flavor. For the peaches, just wash them, remove the pit, and chop them into smaller pieces. If your peaches do not have any bruises, feel free to leave the peel on. That said, you can always peel your peaches prior to making this jam. We hope you love it as much as we do!

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There is nothing wrong with slicing up a peach and enjoying it as a snack. You can freeze the slices and add them to smoothies or add fresh peaches to summer fruit salads. All of that sounds perfect, but sometimes you have to think outside the box to celebrate the majestic peach during the height of its season. When you roast peaches, though, the natural sugars caramelize to create a delightful treat that surprises the taste buds in the best way possible. This is truly a way to transform a beautiful fruit into a warm, healthy dessert that everyone can enjoy.

If you have never experienced the wonder of roasted peaches, you are in for a real treat. The flavor seems to intensify with each bite, delivering a sweet and almost savory dessert. You can serve them on their own or with a fresh scoop of vegan ice cream. The refreshing chill of a fresh scoop of ice cream is the perfect match for the succulent roasted peach that you serve warm. If you are not a dessert person, consider serving roasted peaches as a breakfast or brunch side. In fact, they make quite an elegant addition to your breakfast or brunch spread.

Roasting peaches is a very straightforward process that you will surely master the first time you make the recipe. Once you do it, you will want to make the recipe again and again, each time putting your own flavor or spin on the dish. Like anything, practice makes perfect, but you can make this dish whether you are master chef or novice cook. Just make sure you do one thing for us: enjoy this recipe!

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Free yourself from the store bought box of popsicles that is seemingly healthy and go straight for the good stuff with these refreshing pineapple possibles. All you need are three simple ingredients and about 15 minutes of your time. Well, you also need to have some patience because the popsicles need to freeze before you can enjoy them. In fact, we think that waiting is the hardest part of this entire recipe!

Popsicles make for the perfect summer treat, whether you want to cool off on a hot day or make healthy treats for the little ones. Not only are these pineapple popsicles raw vegan, but they are free of the unhealthy colors, syrups, and artificial flavors that most store bought popsicles have. They are also highly versatile, meaning you can add or subtract ingredients if you so desire. Just make sure that the ingredients you add are cleanse-approved if you still want this recipe to be raw vegan. You can add mango, passion fruit, or even berries!

When it comes time to pick your pineapple, make sure to choose a ripe one. The easiest way to do this is by pulling one or two of the central green leaves out of the top. If the leaves come out easily, then the pineapple is ripe and good to go. If it is hard to pull one out, the pineapple still needs time to ripen. Using a sweet pineapple is totally fine because of the fresh lime juice in the popsicles. It really goes well with pineapple sweetly tart flavor. We hope you love this recipe as much as we do. Tag us if you take a pic with one in the summer sun!

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Is there a single food that’s a cool as a cucumber? Is summer even summer if you don’t incorporate refreshing, hydrating cucumbers into your diet? You can make a citrusy salsa, cold soup, cucumber noodle salad, or even an electrolyte-rich detox water. The cucumber is an essential summer ingredient that not only tastes crisp, but also has numerous health benefits. 

Health Benefits Of Cucumbers

The cucumber offers a refreshing, crisp taste and high water content. They help relieve dehydration by supplying the body with important electrolytes and phytonutrients. According to dietitians, it’s possible to satisfy 20-30% of the necessary fluid intake through diet alone. Foods like cucumbers and watermelons are greatly beneficial in this effort. 

Cucumbers also offer phytonutrient compounds, lignans and cucurbitacins, which exhibit anti-cancer properties. According to recent studies, cucurbitacins may help block signaling pathways that are necessary for cancer cell multiplication and survival. One study found that they can inhibit the growth of pancreatic cancer cells. The lignans in cucumbers may protect against cancer by interacting with bacteria in the digestive tract. The research concluded that bacteria took lignans and converted them into enterodial and enterolactone compounds. These bind to estrogen receptors to reduce the risk of estrogen-related cancers, including endometrial, breast, and ovarian cancers. 

As detailed earlier in this article, cucumbers can help hydrate the body. That’s great news for your skin, but you can also apply cucumbers topically. The reason that spas apply cucumbers to the eyes is because cucumbers work to decrease swelling and inflammation. If you need to decrease under-eye puffiness or remedy a sunburn, cucumbers are an excellent choice!

Cucumber Recipes

Check out the following cucumber recipes and see which ones you like best. They are all 100% cleanse-approved if you happen to be using one of our cleanses. Additionally, they are kind of a big dill. We don’t apologize for the pun.

Cucumber Melon Refresher

Cool off on a hot summer day when you enjoy this cucumber melon refresher. With only three ingredients, it’s incredibly easy to make! Plus, there’s no need for added sweeteners because you have the lovely cantaloupe.

Click here to make the recipe. 

Cucumber Lime Electrolyte Drink

Hydrating with this electrolyte drink before a workout may help prevent you from experiencing muscle cramps or spasms.

Click here to make the recipe. 

Spicy Cucumber, Avocado, Tomato & Onion Salad

A great salad is often very simple because simple recipes are the most delicious, just like this cucumber avocado, tomato & onion salad.

Click here to make the recipe. 

Carrot Cucumber Slaw With Ginger Dressing

Forget the mayonnaise because you don’t need it for this recipe. Vibrantly colored and and crunchy, this cucumber carrot slaw is tossed in a sweet and tangy ginger dressing that’s to die for.

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Mango, Avocado, & Cucumber Salad

Is this the perfect salad recipe? We think it is! Indulge in the balanced flavors and textures of this mango avocado cucumber salad.

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Cucumber Lemon Sorbet

Cool down this summer with this refreshing, tart, and invigorating raw vegan cucumber lemon sorbet. It only has three ingredients!

Click here to make the recipe. 

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First and foremost, this is not a cleanse-approved recipe. We have to make that disclaimer so that people don’t post this recipe and say that they can enjoy it while cleansing. Can you enjoy a lovely bowl of garlic turmeric rice once you finish your cleanse? Yes, of course you can! In fact, this soft and fluffy turmeric rice is a great transitional meal that exhibits heavenly aroma and flavor in every bite. It contains garlic, onion, turmeric, and a few other ingredients that enhance the dish.

What is turmeric rice, or yellow rice? Depending on the region, this rice may be referred to by different names. There are variations within India, Middle Eastern countries, and several Asian countries. Different regions will add local spices or aromatics to flavor the dish. The signature yellow color typically comes from one of three spices: turmeric, annatto, or saffron. Those can be used interchangeably to give white rice that bright yellow hue. No artificial dyes here, folks! We banned them from our recipes long before RFK Jr. ever thought about it.

For this recipe, you will use turmeric powder, not the freshly grated turmeric root. You only need one teaspoon of turmeric powder, which adds a lovely earthly flavor that complements the garlic, coconut oil, and onion, which are the three primary components of the dish. The rice also cooks in low-sodium vegetable stock, which enhances the flavor. The best part, besides the intensely rich flavor, is that it comes together in just 20 minutes in one pot!

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Oh my goodness! Is this about to be the best vegan treat of the holidays? Good tidings and even better flavors we bring to you and your kin. We wish you a happy holidays and an even happier eating experience. This vegan eggnog chia pudding recipe is not only delectable, but also creamy and filled with holiday spices. Unlike traditional eggnog recipes, this one is free of added sugars, preservatives, dairy, and unhealthy fats. It is also alcohol-free!

Sweets are all the rage during the holiday season. Would Christmas be what it is without a cup of hot cocoa and some cookies, or a glass of eggnog? Yes, of course it would! Don’t fall into that classic holiday mentality of “well, I only eat this during this time of year, so it is perfectly acceptable to have it whenever I want it.” Because people love their holiday treats, though, we decided to create one of our own. You can enjoy it for breakfast or eat it as a dessert. There is no wrong way to eat this eggnog chia pudding.

Because eggnog is very creamy and beautifully spiced, it lends itself to chia pudding. The hints of nutmeg and cinnamon almost give this chia pudding a flavor that is reminiscent to a classic rice pudding. Once the chia pudding sets, feel free to top it with your desired toppings. Sprinkle a little cinnamon on top, add some diced apples or sliced bananas, or drizzle some nut butter on top. Need a little crunch to this recipe? Add some slivered almonds or pumpkin seeds! Lastly, this recipe will keep fresh in an airtight jar or container in the fridge for up to five days, so you don’t have to enjoy it immediately when it is ready.

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