cauliflower Archives - Karla Salinari

Cauliflower Bolognese

RecipeJanuary 13, 2021

A plant-based diet consists of food that is whole, unprocessed, and sourced from plants. Adding just a few plant-based meals to your menu every week can be great for your health. The benefits of implementing a more plant-based diet are backed by some impressive science. Eating more fruits and veggies is linked with heart health,…

Organic vs. Non-Organic: What You Need To Know!

Favorites, Wellness TipJune 16, 2020

There are plenty of arguments for buying organic produce but there are also plenty for shopping in the more affordable, conventional fruit and vegetable aisles. To help you decide, the Environmental Working Group (EGW) releases an updated Shopper's Guide known as the Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen, every year. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The is a list of the 12…

Bok Choy Recipe Ideas

Recipe, Side DishMay 26, 2020

Bok choy, or Chinese white cabbage, belongs to the cruciferous family of vegetables. First cultivated in China thousands of years ago, it is now available all over the world. Other cruciferous vegetables include kale, broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, collard greens, rutabaga, and turnips. These are high in fiber which feeds healthy gut bacteria and…

Homemade Vegetable Broth

Favorites, RecipeMarch 24, 2020

Making vegetable broth is popular these days, especially among health-conscious folks and that’s because when made with the quality ingredients vegetable broth can help reduce inflammation, boost the immune system and heal the gut. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Here’s a simple recipe for a delicious vegetable broth you can make using veggie scraps and other vitamin-rich ingredients.…

Seasonal Produce: Winter Guide

Recipe, Seasonal Produce, WinterJanuary 2, 2020

Happy New Year! I wanted the first blog post of 2020 to inspire you to eat less from a package and more from the earth. More seasonal vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, quality meat and healthy fats. To help you get started here is my Seasonal Produce: Winter Guide! I encourage you to try a new…

5 Healthy Holiday Tips (+ a new recipe)

Side Dish, Wellness TipNovember 27, 2019

5 Healthy Holiday Tips for eating smart and staying on track this season. Plus a new recipe that will impress even the pickiest eater! Last week on Instagram I shared 5 Healthy Holiday Tips that will help you stay on track during the holidays. The time of year when food is in abundance and if…

Parmesan Cauliflower “Steaks”

Entrees, Favorites, Kid-Friendly, RecipeJune 6, 2018

We are using the grill as much as possible now that the weather is nicer. Joe and I both agree that everything tastes better on the grill plus its less mess to clean up, don't you agree? :) Here's a new recipe you can easily make on the grill. It's easy and delicious (plus healthy) and we…

Dairy-Free Cauliflower Alfredo

Entrees, Favorites, Kid-Friendly, RecipeApril 18, 2018

A few weeks ago, I came across a recipe for Cauliflower Alfredo on Pinterest and thought: "I don't see how this can taste good" but kept reading and looking through similar recipes. I spent the next 20min convincing myself it couldn't work, then took the easiest recipe and made my way to the kitchen. Well, it turned out to…

Coconut and Lime Cauliflower “Rice”

Entrees, Favorites, Recipe, SnacksJanuary 21, 2018

During the summer we tend to keep our meals light. In fact, I try not to cook or bake during the week, it's way too hot. Instead, I meal prep on the weekends and keep my time in the kitchen to a minimum. I rather spend time with Joe and Caro on the patio sipping rosé and chatting about our day. Here's a…

Cauliflower “Risotto” with Mushrooms

Entrees, Favorites, UncategorizedJanuary 21, 2018

I often crave the creamy and gooey texture of risotto but I don't crave the unhealthy calories and fat that come with it. This past weekend I came across a recipe for vegan mushroom risotto using nutritional yeast as the substitute for Parmesan cheese and thought to give it a try. Typically, risotto takes more time than most dishes I make (or…