Category Archives: citrus

Dessert or Breakfast? Rustic Vanilla Crema & Berry Tart with Almond Crust (GF/DF/NS)

Posted on June 30, 2015 by Yankeepants

On lazy Sunday mornings with the Gent, I’m often guilty of making dessert for breakfast. “Guilty” is perhaps not the best choice of word, however, since this nutritionally dense, gluten and dairy free, protein-packed, low glycemic tart actually makes for … Continue reading →

Posted in Anti-Inflammatory Ingredients, berries, Breakfast, citrus, coconut oil (virgin/ unrefined), Dairy-free, Desserts, fruit, Gluten-free, hiking, monounsaturated oils, nuts, Vegetarian | 2 Comments

The Bright Taste of New Beginnings & Lemon Custard Sauce (GF/DF)

Posted on March 17, 2015 by Yankeepants

The New Year kicked off with a new opportunity for professional change and growth for me. After a bit of soul-searching and a lot of discussion, the Midwestern Gentleman and I decided we were ready and willing to embrace a new adventure, … Continue reading →

Posted in Anti-Inflammatory Ingredients, Breakfast, citrus, coconut oil (virgin/ unrefined), Dairy-free, Desserts, fruit, Gluten-free, Nut-free, Recipes | Leave a comment

Simple Things: Chipotle-Ranch Bean Dip

Posted on July 29, 2014 by Yankeepants

I love to cook (um… obviously). For me, cooking is a relaxing, creative outlet, and one of my favorite ways to end a busy work day. While following an anti-inflammatory diet keeps me energetic and pain-free most of the time, I … Continue reading →

Posted in alliums (garlic/onions), Anti-Inflammatory Ingredients, Appetizers, chile pepper, citrus, cruciferous vegetables, Dairy-free, Entrees, Gluten-free, herbs, legumes, monounsaturated oils, Nut-free, Recipes, Snacks, spices, Vegan, Vegetarian | 1 Comment

CSA Season: Quick Veggie Sides for Weeknight Meals (GF/DF/V)

Posted on July 15, 2014 by Yankeepants

During CSA season, when organic, locally grown vegetables are delivered to our door weekly, we enjoy a lot of simple, anti-inflammatory meals that come together quickly and easily. We pair vegetable side dishes with pan-cooked or grilled fish, meat, or … Continue reading →

Posted in alliums (garlic/onions), Anti-Inflammatory Ingredients, Appetizers, citrus, cruciferous vegetables, Dairy-free, Entrees, Gluten-free, greens, herbs, monounsaturated oils, Nut-free, Recipes, root vegetables, Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian | Tagged arugula, beets, broccoli, potatoes | Leave a comment

Lemony-Peppery Kohlrabi Salad (GF/DF/V)

Posted on June 3, 2014 by Yankeepants

I love the crisp texture and clean flavor of raw kohlrabi bulb, which I find reminiscent of peeled broccoli stalk. Kohlrabi is a member of the anti-inflammatory Brassica family, along with cabbage, broccoli, and kale, to name a few. Both the bulb … Continue reading →

Posted in alliums (garlic/onions), Anti-Inflammatory Ingredients, Appetizers, citrus, cruciferous vegetables, Dairy-free, Entrees, fruit, Gluten-free, greens, herbs, monounsaturated oils, Nut-free, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian | 2 Comments

Warm Spinach Artichoke Dip (GF/DF/V)

Posted on February 18, 2014 by Yankeepants

This dip is healthy enough to be a legit side dish at dinnertime, so you can snack away with abandon and without the guilt. This is a good thing, because once you taste it, you may just want to steal … Continue reading →

Posted in alliums (garlic/onions), Anti-Inflammatory Ingredients, Appetizers, citrus, cruciferous vegetables, Dairy-free, Gluten-free, greens, herbs, legumes, monounsaturated oils, Nut-free, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian | 1 Comment

Product Review: Quinn Microwave Popcorn

Posted on February 11, 2014 by Yankeepants

The Midwestern Gentleman surprised me with a gift of three different flavors of Quinn Popcorn over the holidays. He knows I love popcorn, but I’ll confess I’m also a bit of a popcorn snob. At home, I always cook popcorn … Continue reading →

Posted in Anti-Inflammatory Ingredients, Appetizers, citrus, Dairy-free, Gluten-free, herbs, monounsaturated oils, Nut-free, Product Reviews, Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian | 7 Comments

Feelin’ Saucy: Creamy Orange Ginger Dressing (GF/DF/Mayo-Free)

Posted on October 1, 2013 by Yankeepants

I’ve always loved saucy dishes, but now that I’m living with Sjogren’s Syndrome, dressings and sauces have actually become a critical part of my diet. Sjogren’s Syndrome attacks the moisture-producing glands in the body, impacting the salivary glands and the … Continue reading →

Posted in Anti-Inflammatory Ingredients, citrus, Dairy-free, fruit, ginger root, Gluten-free, monounsaturated oils, nuts, Recipes, seeds, Vegan, Vegetarian | 4 Comments

Have Your Cake And Eat It: A Healthier Torta Di Mandorla (GF/DF/NS)

Posted on July 2, 2013 by Yankeepants

One of the key principles of an anti-inflammatory diet is to choose foods that are as nutrient-dense and low in sugar as possible. This principle makes navigating dessert options particularly treacherous. I usually stick with dark chocolate (no more than … Continue reading →

Posted in Anti-Inflammatory Ingredients, Breakfast, citrus, Dairy-free, Desserts, fruit, Gluten-free, monounsaturated oils, nuts, Recipes, Snacks, Vegetarian | Tagged almonds, cake, dates, olive oil, oranges, torta di mandorla | 2 Comments

Lime Salt & Simple Snacking (GF/DF/V)

Posted on May 29, 2013 by Yankeepants

Flavored salts are simple to make and add easy pizazz to any dish. Last fall, when the Midwestern Gentleman and I harvested our herb garden, I put up several jars of herb salts: lemon balm salt; thyme salt; and a … Continue reading →