Vitamin Valentine

02/15/2021

New recipe alert 🌶 These are not your average stuffed peppers. Swap out rice + meat and use light cauliflower “rice”, whole plant-based protein (black beans) and an assortment of veggies in this delicious, healthy spin on a classic recipe

When you think of stuffed peppers what comes to mind? If you’re like me, stuffed peppers weren’t one of your favorite dinners growing up. Although I always loved vegetables (yes, I was …

12/02/2020

The holidays might look a lot different this year but these double chocolate fudge peppermint marshmallow cookies are putting me in the Christmas spirit 🎄☺️ In addition to being super easy to make and delicious af, they’re vegan of course and can be made gluten free (just use gf flour). Recipe that you MUST try (and let me know what you think!) below:
Ingredients
•1 cup white whole wheat flour (or use all-purpose flour or gluten free flour if gf)
•1/2 cup granulated sugar
•1/4 cup brown sugar
•1/2 tsp baking powder
•1/4 tsp salt
•1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
•3.5 tbsp oil (I used vegetable oil)
•1/2 cup water
•1 cup dark chocolate chunks (I used 365 brand)
•1/2 package peppermint marshmallows. I found these for my Long Island peeps, but you can also get them online
Directions: preheat the oven to 360°F. measure and mix dry ingredients (except chocolate chunks + marshmallows). Measure and pour wet ingredients into dry. Add marshmallows and chocolate chunks. Mix and fold into a dough and freeze for 15 minutes. Scoop dough into balls using a tablespoon and place on a pre-greased cookie sheet. Bake @ 360°F for 15 mins. Makes 12 cookies + 1 for Santa 🎅🏽😜

10/21/2020

About a month ago on IG, I shared how anxiety and stress can lead to undereating....but a lot of people tell me their biggest struggle with food is overeating 🍩🍔🍰 Overeating can be completely normal at times, but if you find yourself consistently feeling overly stuffed at meal times, or feel like you may be using food to deal with life stress, the first step is to figure out why you’re overeating. Also, keep in mind only you can determine if you’re actually overeating based on your hunger, fullness, and overall well-being/health.

There’s nothing to feel guilty about if you do feel like you overeat. Guilt is not helpful when it comes to feeling good. Instead, pause, reflect + write down your own list of why you think you might be overeating.

Want to feel like you can handle tough 💩 without losing your sh*t around food? 🧁🍕 I got you 💁🏼‍♀️ schedule a free 15 minute consult to start feeling your best without the stress ✨

03/19/2020

It’s been a while since I shared anything on my blog but I felt compelled to share these tips during this time of chaos. Be safe, be well, and self-isolate with some of these self-care suggestions ❤️

It’s been several months since I last wrote a blog post due to having a busy schedule right now. I intended on sharing a recipe or something strictly food-related for this post, but since the…

11/18/2019

Mondays aren’t so bleak when you’re eating this delicious, vegan, gluten-free, protein-packed lasagna 😍. Recipe for this 320 calorie, 20 g protein dish is posted on my website (link below). I also share why protein is your friend as the weather gets colder and the days get shorter!

As the weather gets colder, I crave savory, comforting foods, and I know I’m not alone. Whether I’m talking to my own clients seeking help with their plant-based diets or working at my …

10/15/2019

Celebrating fall (and all things pumpkin spice) with this decadent (yet nutrient-dense) oil free, vegan chocolate chunk pumpkin bread! Recipe on the blog!

October is my favorite month for many reasons: crisp fall weather, apple picking, and delicious pumpkin-flavored recipes! It’s also the month I met my fiance and the month we got engaged thre…

10/10/2019

Fall is officially here in NY and that means delicious, warming fall recipes 😊🍁🍂 This morning I started my day with a bowl of protein oats (add plant-based protein powder after cooking oats) flavored with cinnamon, ground cloves, and topped with peanut butter, raisins, and a locally grown apple 🍎 What’s your favorite way to celebrate the fall season? Let me know below 🎃

08/26/2019

Looking for quick, easy meal inspiration? Here are some delicious ideas: overnight oats made with protein powder + topped with fruit, a delicious summer salad, and my fave pasta 🍝() which packs a ton of fiber + protein. Questions about any of the ideas shown above? Follow on Instagram for info!

08/17/2019

It’s been a while since I’ve posted updates on this page—check out vitaminvalentine.com for recipes + follow on Instagram ! ❤️🥗🌱

01/21/2019

When you think of salad what comes to mind? I used to associate salad with feeling hungry and deprived, until I started looking at salad (and all meals) as a way to get the most nutrients, instead of the least amount of calories.
When making a salad, focus on getting an abundance of different types + colors of veggies. Why? Different vegetables provide a variety of vitamins, minerals, flavonoids, and the more plants you include in your diet, the better your overall health will be.
For protein, choose nourishing plant-based proteins like beans, tempeh, tofu, + edamame which promote gut health and contain antioxidants, unlike animal proteins.
For an extra boost, add fermented foods, like sauerkraut, kimchi, or other pickled veggies which function as a pro-biotic to all the pre-biotic (fibrous veggies) on your plate (more on that in a future post!)
What’s on your plate/bowl today? Make it colorful! 🥦🥑🍅🥬🥒🥕