This red berry sangria is a delicious summer cocktail to share with friends, loaded with the free-radical fighting power of antioxidants! Plus I’m answering the question, ‘Is wine healthy?’ This post was originally published May 2016 and has been updated. If you’ve been around here for a while, you know I love a glass of…
I suffered from postpartum depression and anxiety with my first baby. I didn’t with my second. Here’s what my second child taught me about my experience with PPD. I hesitated to write this post. Because like many moms, and like many people with mental health disorders, I’m afraid I’ll be judged. But as long as…
This fresh green goddess sandwich loaded with avocado green goddess dressing, leafy greens, crunchy cucumbers and fresh mozzarella will be your new go-to for a simple, healthy vegetarian lunch! If you’re in a lunch rut and looking for a fresh new idea for spring, I have the perfect sandwich for you! It’s loaded with so…
These light, crispy sourdough waffles made with sourdough starter discard are a delicious weekend breakfast or brunch that are perfect for using extra starter! (dairy-free) This post was originally published March 2017 and has been updated. Feeding a sourdough starter? Don’t throw away that discard! It can be used in lots of different recipes to…
There is so much pressure around the choice to breastfeed your baby, and it’s a deeply personal choice. But what nobody tells you is that not breastfeeding may not be your choice at all. It’s been a while since I wrote such a personal post here on Lively Table, but I thought it was…
Refresh your dinner routine with this easy, healthy, Thai-inspired orange basil chicken that’s made simple with 100% Orange Juice and ready in less than 30 minutes! (dairy-free, gluten-free option) This post is sponsored by Florida Department of Citrus. As always, all opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that keep Lively…
Throw a fiesta at home to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with these mouth-watering healthy Mexican recipes for Cinco de Mayo! Every good Texan knows that Cinco de Mayo is as much a Texas holiday as it is a Mexican one. Not that we need an excuse to celebrate with some margaritas and tacos, but Cinco…
The BEST skinny margaritas are classic, delicious, refreshing, and made with just a few simple ingredients, the way a margarita should be! This top-shelf recipe is the only margarita recipe you’ll ever need! What would a Cinco de Mayo celebration be without margaritas? Here in Texas, Margaritas are almost as important as Lone Star…
These healthy sweet potato black bean enchiladas with roasted poblanos are smoky, savory, and so delicious! Make them vegan if you like, or add plenty of cheese for a healthy, cheesy, Mexican dinner. Easy homemade red sauce takes these sweet potato enchiladas over the top. (gluten-free, vegetarian, with vegan option) Who doesn’t love a good…
No Mexican meal is complete without salsa! This easy, homemade fresh salsa made with canned tomatoes is zesty, spicy, and so delicious – it always gets rave reviews. You’ll never go back to jarred salsa! (vegan, gluten-free, nut-free) I’ve been making homemade salsa for as long as I can remember. And just like many of…
