Seasonal Recipes

Winter is the season when many of us crave hearty, dense meals to provide our bodies (and spirits) with warmth and comfort. Instead of relying on animal products to satisfy your appetite for a hearty meal, choose local or seasonal produce such as squash and root vegetables. When paired with whole grains and legumes (both excellent sources of fiber and protein), they make for nourishing meals that can be enjoyed at family gatherings or as leftovers to satisfy and nourish you throughout the week. This article will give you helpful tips for creating healthy, whole food plant-based winter dinners, along with seven recipes to keep you cozy and cared for all winter long.

Pumpkins are known for their association with the fall holidays. Once September comes around, fall decor and Halloween decorations have already hit stores. And it’s officially “pumpkin spice season.” But pumpkins are so much more than a seasonal decoration or a flavoring for processed and packaged foods. In this article, we’ll explore the health benefits and nutrition of pumpkins and their seeds. And we’ll look at some of the best and healthiest ways to use them in recipes.

When some people think of fresh veggies, they picture summer gardens full of tomatoes, zucchini, and cucumbers. Summer and fall are definitely good times in the garden, the farmers market, and the grocery store, but the fun keeps going when the thermometer drops, as many winter vegetables provide their own special flavor, energy, and nutrition. In this article, we’ll look at why you might want to add more winter veggies to your year, and show you how to go about storing and preparing them.

With warm weather, some of us start dreaming of summer picnics and parties. But not all of the foods we typically associate with summer are good for us. In this article, we’ll look at the summer foods to avoid — and the ones to embrace for health and happiness.

Craving something sweet in the summertime? Skip the desserts made with refined sugars or artificial sweeteners. Instead, try one (or all!) of these refreshingly healthy summer dessert recipes instead. (Hint: You can enjoy many of them in fall, winter, and spring, too!)

Salad lovers unite! Cool off with this roundup of healthy summer salad recipes sure to refresh your taste buds. Perfect for outdoor cookouts or anytime that empty salad bowl calls to you.

Having a BBQ or cookout this 4th of July or summer? Before you do, consider these tips to make your outdoor celebration healthier and more sustainable.

Put a healthy spin on your usual menu with these plant-powered ideas you can easily share with friends and family!

Try these homemade veggie burgers, and you’ll see why they’re so much better than store-bought!

Bring the flavors and colors of spring to your table with these healthy recipe ideas.

As the weather warms up, refresh your mind and body with this healthy produce!

Keep your immune system strong with these healthy fall foods.