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.
Pretty in Pink Salad
Serves 4-6
I couldn't resist naming this salad after my favorite Molly Ringwald movie. Sillyness aside, the lycopene from the watermelon and Vitamin E from the hazelnuts make the perfect combination fo...
Hatcho Miso Udon with Basil
Serves 4
Miki Hirano of Maruya Hatcho Miso in Okazaki, Japan and owner of Ms Genmai mini rice cakes brings us this yummy soup of udon and miso. Udon traditionally is not gluten-free but you can...
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.
Detox Miso Soup: A Macrobiotic Dish for Well-being
Serves 4
Macrobiotic private chef Natsuko Yamawaki brings us this traditional miso soup that is high in B vitamins and minerals. It benefits metabolism and aids in detoxification.
Watercress Cauliflower Soup
Serves 4
Put some spring into your step with this tasty soup rich in minerals and Vitamin K.
Jewel Rice Salad
Julie Peacock, NYC based registered dietician, yoga teacher and co-author of the Soup Club Cookbook, brings us this stunning salad adopted from the Moosewood cookbook. It's a perfec...
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...
Goji Berry and Shitake Immune Boosting Soup
Serves 4
Chef Dylan created this immune boosting soup full of nutrients and goodness to fight against the sniffles. Click here to check out Chef Dylan's menu for our summer retreat in France
2 tbsp...
Kale and Quinoa Stew
Serves 4-6
Bone broths are an amazing source chondroitin sulphate and glucosamine, which have been shown to bring down inflammation and build up cartilage.
5 cups bone broth
1 cup quinoa
1 bunch kale,...
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...
Ume Beet Salad
Serves 4-6
The sweetness of beets blends well with the salty tanginess of umeboshi plums.
2 cups shredded raw beets
1/4 cup chopped scallions
1 tbsp roasted sesame seeds
1 tbsp grated ginger
1 tbsp umebos...
Mushroom soup with Mochi Islands
Serves 4
This immune boosting soup was inspired by Ozoni, the traditional Japanese soup eaten to celebrate the New Year. Some of the ingredients are a bit exotic but should be easily found at most Asi...
Mineral-Rich Bone Broth
This recipe make approximately 64oz of broth depending on how much water, how much you reduce the broth and how strong you like the flavor to be.
Yield: Approximately 14 servings.
Ingredients
4...
Chilled Roasted Corn Soup
Serves 4-6
This refreshing soup makes a great starter for your barbecue. Opt for yellow corn over white for a beta-carotene boost.
8 large ears corn, husked
1 cup coconut milk
2 limes, juiced
1 tbsp white...
Roasted Autumn Vegetable Salad
Serves 4-6
Not only is this hearty salad delicious, it is rich in indole-3-carbinol thanks to the Brussles sprouts and rutabaga. Indole-3- carbinol is beneficial in the prevention of many female cancer...
Glorious Green Gazpacho
Serves 4-6
Believe it or not nightshade vegetables (tomatoes and peppers) were not a part of gazpacho until Columbus "discovered" America. This tasty refreshing soup makes a wonderful appetizer that e...