A cross between overnight porridge and chia pudding, this filling breakfast is the perfect way to start any day. I just finished my summer school semester and I am officially on the break! Here is a little sneak pic from my final exam. By the ...
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Black Lentil Hummus
Summer is perfect for simple plant-centric recipes like this one. Rich in protein and fiber black lentil hummus is a great alternative for a traditional hummus. Plus, it’s really simple to make and you probably already have all the ingredients in ...
Homemade Chocolate Bark
It is an easy recipe for an absolutely delicious snack, elegant dessert, or a beautiful present. The real magic happens when our imagination becomes the main ingredient! I am always in the process of looking for a perfect chocolate bar. I ...
Cauliflower “Mashed Potatoes”
Whether you love mashed potatoes and wishing to have it more often on your table, or simply looking for a new way of incorporating more vegetables into your diet, this recipe is the way to go! Cauliflower mashed potatoes can be a nutritious and ...
Simple Guacamole
Got a few ripe avocados? Want to have some fun in the kitchen? Let's make Guacamole! It is fast, delicious, and simply perfect for any occasion! Let me confess that avocados and I are having such a special bond for a few years already. In Siberia, ...
Coffee & Chocolate Energy Bites
Quick, portable, and easy-to-make snack. These bites are perfect for everyone, especially for active students, moms or anyone who is sometimes short on time but still wants to have a healthy snack. Everyone has those days when a quick energy boost ...
Mashed Avocado & Salmon Salad
If you are currently looking for a new great nutritional habit, I would suggest befriending salads. An easy salad is always a great idea, whether it is a side dish or a meal. An abundance of greens provides for our bodies fiber, important nutrients ...
Avocado Smoothie
Summer calls for spending as much time as possible outside. Sometimes, after a fun active day, there is no desire to cook dinner, on these days we love to whip up a quick green smoothie. Today it is our long-time favorite, -- easy, fulfilling, and ...
Chia Pudding Essentials
Healthy, nourishing, and delicious chia pudding is one of my favorite snacks. It is especially perfect when you're on the go. Additionally, chia pudding is easily customizable so everyone has the chance to love it! I love chia pudding so ...
Your Perfect Chocolate Bar
It is not Christmas or St Valentine's day, but I guess the chocolate topic is always good to discuss since everyone loves chocolate, right? Well, at least the majority of girls do. Good news is if chocolate is dark and made from high-quality ...
Kale & Cashew Pesto (vegan friendly)
Beautiful color, slightly sweet taste, and incredible aroma ... This Kale & Cashew Pesto can be an excellent addition (and decoration) to almost any summer dish! It goes perfectly with pasta, salads, baked vegetables, and gluten-free crackers. ...
Açai Berry Bowl
Have you tried an Açai Bowl yet? Açai berries are real nutritional powerhouses! Pronounced ah-sigh-ee, this potent little purple berry grows in the Amazon Rainforest. Besides their beautiful color, these berries are rich in antioxidants, healthy ...
Pre-made Green Smoothie
Summer is almost here♡. Simple and nutritious green smoothie is always a great idea for a summer breakfast. It energizes and gives a generous portion of essential nutrients. Today I am sharing a recipe for a pre-made green smoothie which can be ...
Baked Eggplant Spread
Wholesome eggplant spread can be an excellent addition to any side dish, wrap or salad. Tahini, rich in magnesium and iron, adds not only a portion of vital micronutrients but also a delicious flavor. Easy-to-make and healthy — a favorite combination ...
Pink Latte!
With the advent of spring, I am craving more colors! It is time to share one delicious and beloved recipe. It is a soothing drink made from nut milk, which I call latte, mostly for the creamy texture, even though is not related to coffee (Little ...
Decadent Chocolate Truffles ? (Saint Valentine’s Day Special)
Valentine's Day will come very soon! Are you excited yet? I hope you are! While people are rushing buy flowers, cards, and tons of chocolate; I decided to make one of my long time dreams come true — make chocolate myself. I have been a big fan of ...
Raw Sesame Cookies!
What an exciting news! Raw Sesame Cookies are here! ? Cookies without baking, in my opinion, is always a fantastic idea! Five minutes of cooking, and voila! Wholesome snack or dessert is ready. Oatmeal flour, nut/seed butter, and raw honey serve as ...
New Year Olivier Salad
When New Year is coming but I am not in the mood of celebration, I am turning on my favorite Russian holiday movie and cooking Olivier salad. The salad which we believe has a French origin, while all-world calls this the Russian salad. I'd say, there ...
Orange & Vanilla Overnight Oats
Yay! My finals are over. Even though it was not easy, the sense of satisfaction after such accomplishment is always worth it. Again and again, I am convinced that being out of my comfort zone is vitally important for а personal growth. Well, it is ...
Walnut Turmeric Balls
December ⛄. It is all about snow, the excitement of upcoming holidays, and yeah... college final exams. This is the time of the year when demanding school environment requires all my attention. For those days it becomes essential to be mindful of ...
Pumpkin Spice Cashew Cake!
Oh wow! It is almost the end of October already. I realized that only when I saw the note that the next week is the last week of my favorite farmers market at Daley Plaza. But I have no complaints, the weather in Chicago is still warm and beautiful; ...
Pumpkin Spice Oats
Fall is here, guys. Local farmers markets are so colorful now. You can see how incredibly beautiful shades of orange, red and yellow harvest meet sweet smells of caramelized apples. While colors around are bright and warm, mornings in Chicago are ...
How To Make Plant Milk
Plant milk is a great choice for everyone, whether you are trying to minimize your dairy intake or not. It is rich in protein and depending on your choice of nuts and seeds, also high in minerals and vitamins. Sometimes, I really enjoy the ...
LemonSqueezy Kiwi Cake
Once we tried our first cashew cake, to be honest it wasn't a perfect one, our desire to eat regular cheesecakes disappeared. The difference between how you feel after a cheesy dessert even at a fancy restaurant and how you feel after a handful of ...