Whole Wheat English Muffin with Fruit Salad

Whole Wheat English Muffin with Fruit Salad This quick and easy breakfast is nutritious and filling. A warm hearty English muffin is paired with a fresh fruit salad. Active Time: 15 min – Start to Finish: 30 min Ingredients 18 Whole wheat English muffins 8-oz cheddar cheese, freshly grated (it melts better when hand-grated) 18 […]

Tzatziki, Veggies & Pita Chips

Tzatziki, Veggies & Pita Chips Tzatziki is a creamy and slightly tangy cucumber dip that perfectly complements grilled meats and vegetables. It’s delicious with fresh veggies and toasted pita chips. Active Time: 20 min – Start to Finish: 40 min Ingredients: 4 cups (1 quart) Greek Yogurt (ideally full fat, if you can’t find it […]

Vegetarian Paella

Vegetarian Paella This colorful Spanish dish is a great way to get kids to eat a variety of vegetables. Paella is a combination of different vegetables that elevates the flavors to create an iconic rice dish that warms the soul. Active Time: 15 min – Start to Finish: 45 min Ingredients: 3 zucchinis, chopped 1 […]

Hummus & Greek Salad

Hummus & Greek Salad These are two classic Greek side dishes that will add fresh veggies and hearty fiber to your next meal. Greek salad is a simple salad found all over the country. Hummus is a tasty dip made out of chickpeas. Active Time: 20 min – Start to Finish: 30 min Ingredients 2 […]

Veggie Pasta Carbonara with Peas and Spinach

Looking for a delicious and healthy version of pasta carbonara?  Check out our vegetarian version with peas and spinach. Chef Confession: Cooking can be a little tiring, especially dinner.  After a long day at work, it would ultimately be more practical to order food, but when I feel like whipping up a dish that’s comforting and healthy, […]

This WEIRD trick helps picky eaters eat vegetables

Hello parents,Since the announcement last Friday that I will be taking on 5 parents to transform their kids from picky eaters to veggie eaters, the response has been fantastic. If you’d like to join this select group of parents who know the importance of improving their child’s diet, email me “Yes, I’d like to transform my child’s […]

Double Chocolate Fun

Hello parents, We’re taking a detour today. We’ve been eating a lot of healthy foods recently. But isn’t it time to enjoy a treat? After all, it’s the summer and it’s ok to indulge occasionally. Some fall after-school classes are even open for registration. But, this week we’re teaching 400 students through Glendale Unified how […]

Weekend Recipe: Healthier Orange Chicken & Tofu

On Monday I visited our summer camp in Ventura, CA (my hometown!) to see this recipe in action. I’ve been tinkering it for years and finally have the perfect version.  Plus in our class we have all of the kids make the classic and vegetarian (with tofu) version. Orange Chicken From a Chinese Restaurant: More […]