Get ready to enjoy a refreshing peach salsa that as visibly stunning as it is flavorful. It’s a unique take on the classic pico de gallo, combining the natural sweetness of ripe peaches with classic zesty, tangy, spicy salsa ingredients. Made with freshly diced peaches, this salsa incorporates red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, tomato, and lime juice, creating a perfectly balanced blend of sweetness, heat, and acidity. The result is a bright and inviting dip that enhances a variety of dishes.

The texture of this peach salsa is lively and appealing, offering juicy, tender peach cubes that provide a punch of natural sweetness with every bite. The addition of crunchy elements like diced red onion and crisp cilantro adds contrast, while the jalapeño brings a slight kick that elevates the overall flavor profile. Not a huge fan of spice? You can omit the jalapeño, or tame the spice by removing the seeds before dicing it up. Lime juice not only adds acidity, but also helps to bring out the freshness of the ingredients, making the salsa especially vibrant and lively. It also works to reduce that allium flavor in the onion.

This salsa is perfect for summertime gatherings or any occasion that calls for a light, refreshing appetizer. Not only is it incredibly versatile, but it is also easy to prepare. The sweet and spicy notes make it a delightful accompaniment for those seeking a fresh, fruity twist. Don’t be afraid to just dive in and treat it as the delicious dip it is!

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If you are a busy person, time is precious, especially if you regularly run around the house cleaning up after your kids. That is exactly why we love this simple avocado mango salad, because it is easy to meal prep. If you have it prepped and ready to go, all you have to do is dress the salad when you are ready to eat it. Just take it out of the fridge and you have a healthy meal ready to go. That is far better than not having anything and resorting to the closest fast food place to your house, or some packaged snack or meal with excess sodium, preservatives, and sugar.

To make this a successful salad, make sure you gather the right ingredients. You will need the following for your avocado mango salad to shine:

• Avocados: Naturally, you need avocados for a salad that has avocado in the name. Look for avocados that are ripe, but retain some firmness, as that will provide great texture and flavor.
• Mangos: Choose ripe mangos because they will burst with a tropical sweetness that balances the other strong and acidic ingredients in this salad.
• Cherry Tomatoes: Not only do cherry tomatoes bring a vibrant color to the salad, but they also supply a wonderfully juicy, sweet, and slightly acidic flavor.
• Red Onion: Offer a mildly sweet crunch, red onion is a great ingredient that adds a little zing to your salad. Don’t worry about a potent onion flavor because the other ingredients offer a refreshing balance and sweetness.
• Cilantro: If you are one of those people who thinks that cilantro tastes like soap…better luck next life. We are here for this aromatic and herbal flavor that cilantro brings to the party!
• Jalapeño: Although optional, we encourage you to include it in this avocado mango salad. Remove the seeds to tame the spice, or leave them in to kick things up a notch!

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Get ready to enjoy a vibrant marinated salad that features crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and sharp onions, creating a refreshing medley of flavors and textures in your mouth. Using your best knife skills, slice all of the ingredients to be uniform. If you want, you can slice the onions a little thinner than the other ingredients before combining them in a bowl. By marinating the ingredients in the oil, vinegar, herbs, and seasonings, you let their natural juices mingle, enhancing the overall freshness. The extra virgin olive oil adds a smooth richness, while the apple cider vinegar provides a tangy brightness that elevates the flavors.

To deepen the flavor profile, we added freshly chopped parsley and dill, but you can choose one or the other if you have an aversion to a particular herb. The herbs provide aromatic herbal notes that complement the vegetables beautifully. The addition of minced garlic introduces a pungent, savory layer that enhances the salad’s complexity, making each bite more flavorful and enticing. The combination of herbs and garlic transforms this simple salad into a fragrant, savory side dish suitable for any meal.

Marinating the vegetables allows the flavors to meld beautifully over time, resulting in a salad that is both tangy and herbaceous with a satisfying crunch. The acidity from the vinegar balances the richness of the olive oil, while the herbs and garlic provide a fresh, aromatic finish. This marinated cucumber, tomato, and onion salad is an effortless, wholesome dish ideal for picnics, barbecues, or as a cooling accompaniment to spicy or hearty meals.

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Summer is in full swing and there is no better way to celebrate warmer temps than with a delicious and refreshing fruit salsa. Think of this recipe like a pico de gallo with pizzazz. We’ve posted a recipe for strawberry salsa and a recipe for pineapple salsa, so why not combine them? Don’t pineapples and strawberries just scream summer? They are classic summer fruits that give the salsa a delightful zing.

In case you don’t know how to pick a pineapple at the store, we want to give you a little tip. Choose a larger fruit, as that will yield less waste. Tug on the top leaves of the pineapple. If they pull out easily, then the pineapple is ripe and ready to enjoy. You should not see any bruises, wrinkles, or soft spots on the pineapple, or else it will not be enjoyable. Additionally, check the bottom of the pineapple to ensure that no mold has formed on the outside. That is a definite sign of an overripe or damaged pineapple.

If you are not a big spice fan, this is the salsa for you. The jalapeño brings a hint of spice to this salsa, but it doesn’t contest with the sweetness of pineapple and strawberry. You can even leave the seeds in the salsa! The sweet fruit also helps to mellow out the intensity of the red onion. If you really want to cut the allium flavor from the onion, season the onion with salt and squeeze the lime over before adding the rest of the ingredients. Once you make the salsa and enjoy some, you can store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.

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This is about to be your go-to immune support tea, which you desperately need if you feel a cough or cold coming on. It’s always possible to get sick, especially if you encounter bacteria or viruses, even during the summer. It is warming and contains immune-boosting ingredients, such as lemon, cinnamon, orange, ginger, and turmeric. Don’t worry, you get to sweeten the tea with raw agave nectar, so it won’t be too intense for your palate. If you want to be successful with this tea, we have a couple suggestions:

If you want to make a larger batch of tea to store for later, make sure to strain the tea before serving. That will ensure that the flavor isn’t too intense. Another option is for you to store it in the fridge and use it as iced tea, if you don’t like drinking warm beverages when the weather is hot.

Always choose fresh ingredients if they are accessible. Ginger and turmeric are great in dried form, but the fresh varieties have stronger flavors and higher nutritional content.

Always listen to your body because everyone reacts differently to various herbs and ingredients. You can customize the ingredients in this tea, so long as they are cleanse-approved. If you change out ingredients and add onion and garlic, for example, keep in mind that the flavor will either intensify or change.

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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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Ready your spoon because you’re about to dive into the refreshing world of a vibrant cucumber basil gazpacho. It’s the perfect warm weather appetizer that is every bit as crisp as it is cool. Each spoonful is a delightful experience for your palate, as it contains cucumbers, fragrant basil leaves, green onions, avocado, and a handful of seasonings. This gazpacho embodies the essence of late spring and summer in every bite. It is truly a celebration of raw vegan cuisine without a single processed ingredient in sight. Keeping your produce raw means that each item retains its natural enzymes and nutrients, offering a boost of health in every bite. The silky texture and zesty flavor make it a great appetizer or light meal, especially when temperatures rise.

The cucumber provides a hydrating crispness, while the basil adds a fragrant, herbaceous punch that elevates the entire gazpacho. The fresh garlic and briny flavor of apple cider vinegar help bring the flavors together in a harmonious symphony. Additionally, the avocado gives this gazpacho a luxuriously creamy texture, making each bite more irresistibly nourishing and flavorful than the last.

If you are seeking a guilt-free indulgence, this cucumber basil gazpacho is as easy to prepare as it is to enjoy. Add all of your ingredients to a blender, blend until smooth, and then serve immediately. No heat required! You can whip it up in a pinch or throw it together when you are extremely hungry. Whether you serve it as an appetizer at your next dinner party or a refreshing snack on a hot day, this gazpacho will not disappoint. Embrace the cool, green goodness and allow your taste buds to revel in the raw revolution!

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If you have hypertension, or high blood pressure, you have likely been told to make several lifestyle adjustments by a number of healthcare professionals. Dietary changes, regular exercise, stress reduction, and more can help naturally lower blood pressure, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI). Your diet, however, is one of the best places to start, as natural nutrients pack more beneficial compounds that benefit cardiovascular health. 

Avoid Processed Foods

Generally speaking, you should avoid all processed foods, especially ultra-processed foods, when you have high blood pressure. Those foods include refined carbs and sugars, packaged sweets, sodas, energy drinks, deli meats, bottled sauces, and more. Instead, it’s better to focus on consuming fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, and lean protein, such as wild caught fish and organic chicken. 

When you get nutrients through whole foods, instead of supplements, the body can use them more efficiently. Various studies indicate that separating a single nutrient, such as vitamin C or omega-3 fatty acids, and concentrating it into pill form is not as effective as it is when in natural food form. 

What Is High Blood Pressure?

Often referred to as the “silent killer,” high blood pressure affects nearly 50% of the U.S. adult population. The American Heart Association (AHA) states that the criteria for high blood pressure are:

• Normal blood pressure: less than 120/80 millimeters of mercury (mmHg)
• Elevated blood pressure: systolic between 120 and 129 mmHg and diastolic between 80 and 89 mmHg
• Stage 1: systolic between 130 and 139 mmHg or diastolic between 80 and 89 mmHg
• Stage 2: systolic at least 140 mmHg or diastolic at least 90 mmHg
• Hypertensive crisis: systolic over 180 mmHg or diastolic over 120 mmHg, with people requiring prompt changes in medication if there are no other health issues

If you are worried about blood pressure, the first step is to have your pressure checked by a healthcare professional. After determining the status of your blood pressure, you can take appropriate actions and start eating more of the following foods, especially if your pressure is on the higher side. 

Salt-Free Seasonings

Salt is hidden in many seasoning blends, such as Old Bay, steak seasoning, rotisserie seasoning, and most other blends. Cut down on the amount of salt you use by utilizing different herbs and spices. We are referring to seasonings like basil, parsley, paprika, turmeric, garlic powder, white pepper, curry powder, chili powder, marjoram, etc. You understand the point, right? Dried herbs and spices can help reduce salt intake because they do not contain added sodium that regular seasoning blends have. Onion salt or garlic salt, for example, should be avoided. Instead, opt for onion powder or garlic powder. 

Oat Bran

Oatmeal can be a great breakfast choice, so long as you do not eat the flavored oatmeal packets. Those are highly problematic because they are seemingly healthy, but rich in sugar, sodium, and processed ingredients. Instead of oatmeal packets, choose oat bran, which is a great source of fiber, a nutrient that may help lower blood pressure and improve digestive health. Oat bran also contains soluble fiber, which has demonstrated an ability to reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol levels. You can also choose old-fashioned oats or steel cut oats, which are the least processed of other oat varieties. 

Enjoy Bananas

Health experts recommend that people with high blood pressure consume bananas because they are particularly rich in potassium. Various studies indicate that people with hypertension have an increased need for potassium, which some people tend to lack in their daily diets. A lack of potassium can impact heart rate and muscle function. Additionally, bananas are rich in fiber, which may help lower blood pressure as well. 

Eat Flaxseed

Flaxseed, which comes from the flax plant, is rich in flaxseed oil, which is thought to reduce high blood pressure. Researchers attribute this to the impressive omega-3 fatty acid content. When you crush flax seeds into flaxseed meal (ground flaxseed), the body has an easier time absorbing the omega-3s. That’s why we recommend people to use this version.

Eat Lima Beans

Most beans, lima beans included, are great sources of fiber and protein. Lima beans happen to be a great food choice for people who want to naturally lower blood pressure. They are higher in potassium than most other beans, and potassium can help reduce sodium levels in the body. The best way to enjoy lima beans is to buy the uncooked versions and boil them in water until tender. Canned varieties can be questionable, due to the fact that many canned beans contain lots of salt. If you find a can with “no salt added” on the label, feel free to enjoy it!

The Humble Potato

Before we get to the good stuff, this isn’t your hall pass to enjoy fries all day long. A regular Idaho potato is a great source of potassium, which works to lower blood pressure. Potatoes are also great sources of fiber, in addition to being cholesterol- and fat-free. You can enjoy a baked potato, just make sure that you don’t dump dollops of sour cream all over it. Additionally, try not to load it up with cheese and bacon because that will detract from the health benefits.

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Get ready to spice up your life and refresh your palate with this new refreshing raw vegan cucumber salad. Skip the leafy greens this time, folks, and save them for a rainy day. This salad is all about the crunchy cucumber, which offers a lovely crisp texture that helps to promote hydration. At its core, this salad is merely a mound of thinly sliced cucumbers, but the dressing is the real star of the show, offering acidic, spicy, and herbaceous notes from the cilantro and mint, which elevate the dish’s aromatic qualities.

The dressing combines tangy apple cider vinegar, a touch of coconut aminos, and a hint of fresh lime juice to create a zesty kick. You cannot forget the red pepper flakes, which bring the spicy kick to the flavor party. Because this dressing includes coconut aminos, you don’t want to use a very flavorful oil. We used avocado oil, as opposed to olive oil, for the neutral flavor. It’s also full of healthy fats! Add all of those things together and you have an incredibly harmonious dressing that effortlessly envelops the crisp cucumber slices with impressive flavor that your taste buds cannot resist.

Last, but certainly not least, garnish the salad with a hefty serving of sesame seeds. If you’re feeling a little daring and crave a little more intensity, add some thinly sliced red onion or chopped green onion to the salad. Spring is the perfect time to enjoy this salad, which is ideal for warmer days. It’s truly a delightful culinary experience that is both nourishing and satisfying.

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With the price of eggs these days, you may not even be thinking about buying some to dye for Easter. Well, we hope that isn’t the case because having a basket full of colorful Easter eggs is a fun arts and crafts activity for the whole family. Easter doesn’t have to be another holiday that promotes overindulgence! You can eliminate a good portion of sugary treats, food dyes, and artificial ingredients this year. 

Why Are Eggs Associated With Easter?

Quite frankly, you may be wondering what eggs have to do with Easter in the first place. No, bunnies do not lay eggs, nor do they deliver them to secret places in your house. Throughout history, people have given each other eggs at spring festivals to celebrate the start of the new season. An egg represents new life and rebirth, and the theory is that this ancient custom made its way into Easter celebrations.

During medieval times, for example, one could not eat eggs during Lent, the 40-day period before Easter. On Easter Sunday, indulging in an egg was a true treat! That was especially true for people who could not afford to buy meat. Historians note that eggs were given to the church on Good Friday as offerings. It was only in the late 1200s that eggs were decorated with colors and gold leaf and given to Edward I’s household. 

Are Naturally-Dyed Eggs Too Extreme?

Eggs, aside from the higher cost this Easter, are not the issue we are concerned with. We take issue with giving children an unlimited supply of plastic eggs filled with candy. Giving kids copious amounts of junk food at Easter and other holidays sets an unhealthy precedent. They do not need to associate holidays with unhealthy foods. There are better ways to develop healthier habits for life!

An occasional indulgence is perfectly fine, and you should not deprive yourself, or the little ones, of those treats. The point we are trying to make is that kids may receive these indulgences a little too often. From birthdays and Valentine’s Day to Easter, Halloween, and beyond, there are plenty of opportunities for kids to indulge in sweets. Celebration does not always have to equate to unhealthy, overly sweet treats. 

How To Dye Easter Eggs Without Synthetic Colors

The color tablets that people use to dye easter eggs contain harmful dyes, which may negatively affect certain children. In fact, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently banned certain red food dyes, but synthetic colors are still permitted in food. Nobody eats the colorful shells of Easter eggs, but egg shells are permeable. With food sensitivities on the rise, it’s worth considering natural dyes for coloring eggs. 

DIY Natural Egg Dye Tutorial

Equipment:

• Large pot (for boiling eggs)
• Small pot with lid (one for each color you use)
• Strainer
• Paper towels (or old rags)

Materials:

• 1 cup red onion skins
• 1 cup yellow onion skins
• 2 cups purple cabbage
• 2 cups spinach
• 2 cups blueberries
• 1/4 cup turmeric
• 2 cups beets, chopped
• 2 cups grape juice
• 2 tablespoons vinegar (per color used)
• White eggs

Instructions:

• For each color you decide to use, you will need one to two cups of plant material for every two cups of water. Use two cups for a deeper, more vibrant color. Because turmeric is dried, you will only need 1/4 cup of water to make the yellow turmeric dye. 
• Add one to two cups of one fruit or vegetable of choice, along with two cups of water, to a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer with the lid on for 20-30 minutes.
• You can add the raw eggs and vinegar with simmering fruit/vegetable, but make sure that you reduce the simmer time to 15 minutes, or else you will overcook the eggs. 
• Let the liquid cool to room temperature before straining the fruit/vegetable. Make sure to compost the fruit or vegetable to reduce food waste, but squeeze as much liquid out of the plants as possible before doing so. 
• If you boil the eggs with the dye liquid, remove the eggs from the liquid once cooled. 
• Place un-dyed hard boiled eggs into the natural dye liquid and add two tablespoons of vinegar. Allow them to soak for several hours or overnight in the fridge. 
• Remove eggs from the dye liquid after soaking and pat dry. Rub the shell with a small amount of oil to make them shiny.

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