Once a staple in Mayan and Aztec diets, chia seeds have stood the test of time and remain a popular superfood today. These tiny seeds have gelatinous properties, so when they meet liquid they gel! Due to this neat trick, you can use chia as a base for a delicious pudding loaded with good4u nutrients. Here are three flavorful versions to help shake up your breakfast routine.

French onion soup is the best kind of nutritious and delicious comfort food. The hearty broth contains caramelized onions and is topped with a “crouton” with broiled cheese on top. This version of the classic soup is silky in texture, gorgeously cheesy, and scrumptiously satisfying. It makes a great starter, or add a salad to make it a full meal.

This warming vegan meal full of good4u spices is the perfect antidote to cool fall days! Don’t let the list of spices intimidate you—most are staple pantry items and they come together quickly to create a meal rich with flavor.

Don’t let the long ingredient list intimidate you; this dip actually comes together easily and uses staple vegan pantry items. The result is a creamy and healthy dip that everyone will love.

Sweet pears, crunchy pecans, and creamy goat cheese combine to create a delicious fall salad that comes together quickly and is sure to please!

With a little bit of sweet and a little bit of tart, this Mango Tango Punch is a thirst-quenching beverage that’s perfect for hot summer days!

Transport yourself to the islands by whipping up some Mermaid Water that’s perfect for the summer! Whether you’re a green juice fan or you’re still on the fence, this is a palate-pleasing, nutritious beverage that will make you feel like swimming in the ocean or sunbathing on the beach!

 

I made this recipe entirely from produce and products I found at Natural Grocers! In case you didn’t know, right now watermelon, carrots, celery, cucumber, garlic, radishes and fresh herbs are all in season! That means its time to load up on any and all produce to make huge fruit and veggie salads! Then all you need is a little dressing to go on top. This time around, I created a Thai-style dressing to go on top, since I’ve been craving Asian flavors lately!

– Juli Bauer, PaleOMG

A crunchy corn tortilla topped with spicy beans, melted cheese, and tangy salad makes for a tasty and filling summer meal… and it’s on the table in just 30 minutes!