Lauren Allen4 days agoChocolate Peanut Butter SmoothieI start almost every day with a smoothie for a few reasons. First of all, it's so easy and delicious. I genuinely look forward to waking...
Lauren AllenMay 19Bolognese Sauce (With Hidden Liver!) Why include liver? Liver is one of the most nutrient dense sources of food out there. I’ll be honest, it’s not my favorite thing to eat....
Lauren AllenMay 12Lentil Patty Salad for Optimized Fertility Reasons This Recipe Rocks For Fertility: It's Rich in Folate What is folate? Folate is a form of Vitamin B9 and is the active version of...
Lauren AllenMar 13Hamentaschen with Homemade Nutella Filling (gluten free)Disclaimer: almost all of my recipes are sugar free, gluten free, and dairy free, because that's how I eat most of the time in order to...
Lauren AllenFeb 16Oven Roasted Kale ChipsIf you've been following me on my blog or on instagram you might already know that I'm a recovering sugar addict who used to eat a...
Lauren AllenJan 30Broccoli KugelBroccoli kugel has been a favorite of mine for most of my adult life. At one point I had perfected my recipe, which included delicious...
Lauren AllenJan 19Perfect Pancakes (gluten free + sugar free!)I made up this recipe on a desperate whim when my baby girl was sick and became very picky all of a sudden. Parents of picky kids- you...
Lauren AllenDec 5, 2021Super Seed SchnitzelI'm a sucker for a fresh piece of schnitzel right out of the oven. Instead of deep fried, refined-carbohydrate filled breadcrumbs that...
Lauren AllenNov 22, 2021Chocolate Pecan Pie BitesPacked with real, whole-food ingredients, these 5 minute, no bake, frozen pecan pie bites are the perfect treat for this time of year....
Lauren AllenNov 16, 2021"Cheesy" Cheeseless CauliflowerI am SO excited to post this recipe because the final product totally exceeded my expectations! This is one of my new favorite ways to...
Lauren AllenOct 28, 2021Chocolate SouffléTwo years ago if someone would've asked me, "Lauren, what are you most passionate about?" I would have told them about my life's mission...
Lauren AllenOct 17, 2021Fudgy Chocolate Chip SticksThis might be my favorite recipe of all time. Sometimes people tell me they wish they could live a healthier lifestyle but they can’t...
Lauren AllenOct 13, 2021Crockpot ChiliLet's say you've been on a health kick for a bunch of days and you're feeling great. You feel like the queen of the world because you've...
Lauren AllenOct 10, 2021Chocolate-Pumpkin Swirl MuffinsIf I had to choose my number one favorite indulgence of all time, it's chocolate, no doubt. But once October comes I'm a sucker for...
Lauren AllenSep 30, 2021Kickstart Your Health Journey Today!I’m going to be honest with you. I’ve been struggling a lot with my health for the past few weeks. Actually, it’s been more like the past...
Lauren AllenSep 13, 2021Black Bean BurgersI’m loving these plant-based meals as a break from all the heavy meat meals we’ve been having. These black bean burgers were SO easy to...
Lauren AllenSep 12, 2021Overeating- How to Stop When It HurtsDisclaimer: If you are currently suffering from or in recovery from an eating disorder (especially binge eating disorder), this post may...
Lauren AllenSep 9, 2021Super Seed Breakfast Bowl If you're looking a breakfast to help balance your hormones, this recipe is for you. Before we talk about why this bowl is such an...
Lauren AllenSep 1, 2021Pumpkin Spice SmoothieHappy September!!! Fall is here!!!!!!! (I think?? Even if not officially- it FEELS like it's here) Get ready for tons recipes featuring...
Lauren AllenAug 29, 2021Cauliflower Rice You'll Actually LoveWhen I first tried cauliflower rice I wanted to love it so badly. Before learning that I had insulin resistance, white rice was my...
Lauren AllenAug 26, 2021Lentil PattiesI've been having a slight obsession with lentils lately. This past summer was filled with lots of meat-heavy late night barbecues and...
Lauren AllenAug 22, 2021Maple Mustard PargiyotLet me tell you one of the best, unexpected perks I got when I cut out refined sugar: I felt like someone turned up the volume on my...
Lauren AllenAug 19, 2021Roasted Purple CabbageI almost feel like I'm cheating by posting this because it's barely a recipe. Just 4 ingredients! But aren't those actually the best...
Lauren AllenAug 11, 2021"Breaded" Broccoli and CauliflowerThis is hands down the most delicious form of cauliflower and broccoli! Seriously, make these for any veggie hater in your life and dare...
Lauren AllenAug 8, 2021Super Spice Grilled Chicken Quick background about why I'm posting a recipe that has a ton of spices, including a bunch that you might not have- I'm staying by my...
Lauren AllenAug 5, 2021Simple Green SmoothieAt the expense of being the most classic, clichéd healthy food blogger in the world, I absolutely LOVE starting my day with a green...
Lauren AllenAug 3, 2021Five Minute Citrusy Garlic Salmon SaladSome days I'm happy to spend 3 hours cooking. Some days I want to spend as little time in the kitchen as possible. This is barely even a...
Lauren AllenJul 26, 2021Chocolate Cake (with hidden zucchini!)Let me just state for the record: I don't believe all desserts need to have hidden veggies in them. It's okay to just have a normal piece...
Lauren AllenJul 22, 2021Seasonal Summer SaladHere in Israel we get our produce seasonally. That means that for better or worse, we have don't have access to all the fruits and...
Lauren AllenJul 14, 2021Crunchy Coconut GranolaThis granola is the perfect snack- it's crunchy, has a hint of sweetness, but unlike most granolas this one is full of healthy fats and...
Lauren AllenJul 13, 2021Rainbow Summer Spring Rolls with Almond Butter Dipping Sauce (2 ways)I love a good rainbow recipe. Something about all the bright colors just brings more joy to my food and it just feels so fun. Wrapping...
Lauren AllenJul 8, 2021Chocolate Chia Seed PuddingYou guys, we need to talk about fiber. Did you know that most people are getting just a quarter of the fiber they need every day?? Most...
Lauren AllenJul 5, 2021Meat Zucchini BoatsI thought this would be a cute spin on the zoodles with meat sauce dinner that is a regular in my dinner rotation, but OMG, it's whole...
Lauren AllenJul 2, 2021Cherry Tomato Side SaladSo fresh and simple but so delicious. This is a great side salad for spring and summer time. Ingredients: 1/2 cup black pearl cherry...
Lauren AllenJun 21, 2021Protein Packed Chocolate Chocolate Chip MuffinsI am SO excited about this recipe. I love a good muffin, but I've definitely treated them as more of a treat or dessert than a meal since...
Lauren AllenJun 13, 2021Pistachio Crusted SalmonSalmon is one of my all-time favorite foods because it just checks all the boxes. It's super easy to make, it has incredible health...
Lauren AllenJun 10, 2021Veggie Loaded Shakshuka I mourn all the years I spent thinking I was too good for shakshuka. To be fair, I saw too many shakshuka dishes made cafeteria style at...
Lauren AllenJun 6, 20215 Ways To Measure Your Health That Beat Stepping On The ScaleThe number on the scale can mean many things to many people. For some, it's a trigger. For others, it's relief. For almost everyone, the...
Lauren AllenJun 4, 2021Chocolate "Nice Cream"My favorite summer treat! This hits the spot when I'm craving something sweet and cold but is made with real foods and has no refined...
Lauren AllenMay 31, 2021Chocolate Almond Butter Protein ShakeI love smoothies for the days where things are hectic or I just don't want to spend time in the kitchen cooking. They're a great tool for...
Lauren AllenMay 26, 2021Triple Bean SaladBeans weren't really around in my house growing up and they never seemed particularly exciting to me. But when I learned about all the...
Lauren AllenMay 20, 2021Out of This World Pargiyot (Boneless Chicken Thighs)This marinade can be thrown together in 5 minutes and goes well on any cut of chicken, but I personally think the boneless, skinless,...
Lauren AllenMay 9, 2021Chocolate Strawberry SconesThis was such a fun recipe to develop, especially because I thought things would go so differently. I had originally set out to make...
Lauren AllenMay 5, 2021Rainbow Grilled VeggiesOne of my favorite tips for clients who are looking to increase their veggie intake is to play the rainbow game. See how many different...
Lauren AllenApr 28, 2021Easy Zucchini SoupThis soup is one of my favorites because it's so easy, so quick, and you get a ton of flavor without adding any soup mix or even broth...
Lauren AllenApr 26, 2021Imposter Syndrome at the Health Foods StoreDid you ever think about the role that diet plays in our identities? For most of my life, I identified as a foodie. By that, I mean...