Naturopathic Blog
African Sunflower Seed and Kale Stew
Sunflower seeds can make the perfect substitute if you are allergic to peanuts or avoiding legumes as part of a paleo diet. I hope you enjoy this peanut-free twist on this spicy African dish. Omit the cayenne if you can’t take the heat!
Thai Coconut Curry Noodle Soup
This noodle soup is high in protein and low in carbs thank to the magic of shirataki noodles. If you are vegan or vegetarian, you can substitute the cod with tofu or leave it out completely for a lighter starter.
Buckwheat Crepes with Sesame Watercress
Buckwheat or sarrazin crepes originated from Bretagne. I enjoyed quite a few this summer when I stayed in Nantes. Paired with the pepperiness of the watercress, this gluten- free dish is simply magnifique!
Dijon Turnips and Arugula
Makes 4-6 servings
Turnips are an amazing vegetable because they have a starchy vegetable texture yet are light and won't weigh you down feeling bloated. They are also packed with detoxifying indole-3...
Seared Scallops with Asparagus Endive Salad
Serves 4
I created this recipe after a patient gave me my favorite vegetable, asparagus, from her family's organic farm.
Creamy Hemp Pesto With Roasted Tomatoes
Serves 4
Chef Caroll Lee of Provenance Meals, one of the companies providing meals for our 1o day detox, brings us this yummy pesto pumped with omega-3 rich hemp seeds.
2 cups cherry tomatoes
2 Tb...
Thai Steak Salad
Serves 4
Finally a salad dad can sink his teeth into and with grass-fed beef having the same omega-3 oil profile as salmon it protects his fertility too.
1 jicama, shredded
2 carrots, shredded
1-2 serr...
Crab and Pineapple Stuffed Avocados
Serves 4
Pineapple is a source of bromelain, which is a natural antiflammortary that helps with muscle recovery. Crab loaded with B12 and minerals like zinc and selenium
1 cup fresh Pineapple, finely...
Parsnip Gnocchi with Dandelion Pesto
Serves 4-6
This dish will make you rethink your relationship with this pesky weed.
Gnocchi
1 1/2 cup gluten-free flour
1 lb parsnips, peeled
1 egg
1 tsp salt
Pesto
2 cups fresh dandelion greens
1/4 cup ol...
Tropical Shepherd's Pie
Serves 4-6
Here is tropical twist on a comfort food favorite.
2 green plantains
¼ cup coconut milk
1 tbsp coconut oil
¼ tsp salt
½ lb ground lamb*
1 small onion, chopped
2 tsp paprika
1 tsp cinnamon
1 clov...
Arugula and Apple Clafoutis
Serves 4-6
This is a savory take on a traditional French dish. This grain-free dairy-free version will be a hit at your next brunch.
1 large Fuji Apple, halved lengthwise, cored and sliced thinly
1 cup...
Miso Poached Cod with Kabocha, Millet and Wakame
Serves 4
This simple dish is great when you need a macro fix.
1 cup Millet 1 lb kabocha squash (can substitute butternut or pumpkin)
1 lb cod fillets 4 scallions, chopped
2 tbsp miso paste
1⁄2 lemon, ju...
Super Omega Salmon Cakes with Parsley Puréed Turnips
Serves 4-6
Salmon is a rich source of the mood enhancing omega 3 fatty acids EPA and DHA. For an additional omega 3 fatty acid boost, I've used ground flaxseeds instead of bread crumbs.
Salmon Cakes
1...
Tarragon Delicata Lentils
Serves 4-6
I have literally fallen in love with delicata squash this fall. Not only is it delicious, you don't have to remove the peel like other winter squashes making it super easy to prepare.
1 med...
Land and Sea Stir Fry
Serves 4
This tasty simple dish is a great satisfying addition to any detoxification protocol. Burdock root has a sweet earthy taste and is a great detoxifier particularly for cleansing the blood and p...
Red Garnet Beans
Serves 4-6
This hearty dish gets it's name from it's deep dark red color. For a gluten free option, substitute brown rice or quinoa for bulgur wheat.
- 1 bunch of beets, peeled and chopped
- 1⁄4 cup walnut...