This recipe is easy to make and can add a healthy dose of crunch along with chlorophyll, vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients. Specifically, kale is rich in potent cancer-fighting substances, is loaded with bone-building vitamin K, and has one of the higher antioxidant levels of all vegetables. Did I mention that these chips taste good too? […]
Quinoa was first domesticated by the Incas thousands of years ago, and although it’s thought of as a grain, it’s actually a leafy green vegetable like spinach that’s cultivated for its seeds. It’s a great source of plant protein (one cup has about 8 grams) and is easily digestible and gluten-free. It has a slightly […]
If you loved mint chip ice cream as a kid, then you are going to freak out over this nutrient-dense but scrumptious dessert. Who knew that a smoothie thick enough to be soft-serve ice cream that is made with greens from spinach and avocados could remind us of one of our favorite childhood treats? […]
Oats contain antioxidants and lignans, which protect against cancer and help stabilize blood sugar levels. Steel-cut oats are minimally processed and also don’t have the added sugar of most brands of instant oatmeal. If you don’t have time to cook this in the morning, simply make a batch in advance to enjoy it in single-size […]
With resistant starches from the green lentils and inulin from both the leeks and garlic, this recipe has the Live Dirty, Eat Clean name all over it. Make a batch of this nourishing soup over the weekend, and enjoy a few hearty meals throughout the week. Freeze any leftovers in individual containers to pull out […]
Root veggies such as carrots, parsnips, beets, yams, sweet potatoes, rutabagas, turnips, onions, and even ginger grow underneath the ground where they’re not only the anchor and foundation of a plant, but they also soak in enormous amounts of minerals. Bonus: when you roast or bake root vegetables, they caramelize into a glorious sweet flavor, […]
A homemade vegetable broth is a must for the Live Dirty, Eat Clean Lifestyle. It can be used to sip on in between meals, as the base of a soup, or instead of water when cooking quinoa and brown rice. Using homemade broth in place of store-bought broth provides a big nutritional boost to all […]
This homemade gluten-free and grain-free loaf is made with almond flour. It has a nice, dense texture that pairs perfectly with sliced avocado for “avo toast,” or it can be enjoyed with some Raspberry Chia Seed Jam (recipe found in The Microbiome Solution) and a little nut butter for a healthy PB&J. *Makes 1 […]
This healthy yet decadent chocolate mousse tastes like the “real deal” with each creamy and rich spoonful. Enjoying pleasurable but healthy foods, including dessert, is a big part of Dr. Chutkan’s Live Dirty, Eat Clean Diet. So, go ahead . . . you’re in for a nutrient-dense treat. *SERVES 2 Ingredients 1 ripe avocado ¼ […]
Cauliflower by itself is often considered bland, but the addition of curry, garlic, and ginger makes this dish a tasty part of any anti-inflammatory diet. This soup is perfect on its own or can be served with brown rice and steamed greens for a complete and satisfying meal. *SERVES 4 Ingredients 1 head cauliflower […]