winter – Page 3 – Strong Roots Nutrition

main dish, salad, side, vegetable, vegetarian, winter

February 4, 2015

Massaged kale winter salad with crunchy quinoa

Even for those who love a bowl of greens, sometimes it's just not appealing to eat salads in the winter. Generally speaking, when it's chilly outside we want a warming, hearty meal - not cold, light lettuce. This salad, however, is different. Using dense kale instead of crunchy romaine and topping with warm fried quinoa and shaved winter vegetables, this salad is perfectly winter-worthy and satisfying. Top with garlicky shredded chicken or glazed salmon, and you've got yourself a tasty winter salad. Few vegetables have taken the market by storm the way that ka[...]

snack, winter

January 22, 2015

Maple spiced nuts (Recipe Redux)

Some people prefer to eat three square meals per day, and that may work for them, but I find snacking to be totally beneficial for most (and myself!). Snacks can help regulate blood sugar levels, manage satiety, improve focus and concentration, and help ward off the infamous 3 pm "crash" in energy. Additionally, snacks are often vital in helping active folks consume adequate calories. This month's Recipe Redux theme is Start Smoking in the New Year. Bloggers were asked to create a recipe highlighting smoked or spiced foods, and these Maple Spiced Nuts make a[...]

fall, snack, winter

December 30, 2014

Cinnamon apple chips

Merry Christmas, everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful holiday complete with family, laughter, gifts (both giving and receiving), and food. I had all of the above in abundance this year, and my heart and belly are full. I'm pumped to show off my new toy: this dehydrator. Ever since a Recipe Redux theme involving dehydrators earlier this year got me inspired to try drying anything and everything, I've been wanting a nifty gadget like this one that makes dehydrating fruits, vegetables, and more a breeze. These apple chips are a very basic recipe, but they're ea[...]

condiment, vegetable, vegetarian, winter

April 2, 2014

Fantastic Fermentation: Raw gingered sauerkraut

It's hard to say when the world looking at bacteria as the enemy, but if you pay attention as you go about your daily life, you'll probably notice hand sanitizer, anti-bacterial wipes, and signs telling you when, why, and for how long you should wash your hands in just about every building around. Don't get me wrong - personal hygiene is important - but bacteria is not always a bad thing. Our digestive tracts contain billions of bacteria, some good and some bad. The "good" bacteria in the gut play a role in health that's not fully understood yet but may in[...]

main dish, pasta, vegetable, vegetarian, winter

March 10, 2014

Soba noodle bowl with creminis and cabbage

I've found that for many of my clients, lunch variety can be a challenge. Most people do not have schedules that allow for stopping mid-day to cook something for lunch, so packable or ready-made items are key. Sandwiches and wraps are staples for many. Sometimes salads are nice. Dinner leftovers can be useful. If you happen to have a few minutes to spare, this soba noodle bowl is a quick, satisfying, minimally inconveniencing meal that will help you make it to dinnertime. Noodle bowls such as this also reheat nicely if you need to take on-the-go. On[...]