February clean eating seasonal recipes!

With February here, it's a great time to shake up our eating habits and dive into wholesome, seasonal dishes that'll keep us feeling great. Clean eating isn't about counting calories or hopping on diet trends; it's all about fueling our bodies with fresh, seasonal ingredients that pack a punch in terms of health benefits. In this blog post, we're going to explore some mouthwatering recipes featuring February produce to jazz up your clean eating journey.

1. Winter Citrus Salad:

Ingredients: Mixed greens, juicy oranges, tangy grapefruit, creamy avocado, red onion slices, crunchy almonds, zesty citrus dressing.
Method: Mix up your greens with orange and grapefruit segments, avocado, red onion, and almonds. Drizzle on that citrus dressing for a refreshing and vitamin-packed salad.

2. Butternut Squash and Kale Quinoa Bowl:

Ingredients: Cooked quinoa, roasted butternut squash chunks, sautéed kale, chickpeas, crumbled feta cheese, lemon-tahini dressing.
Method: Mix cooked quinoa with roasted butternut squash, sautéed kale, chickpeas, and feta cheese. Top it off with that lemon-tahini dressing for a satisfying and nutritious bowl.

3. Lentil and Vegetable Soup:

Ingredients: Lentils, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, spinach, herbs (like thyme and rosemary), salt, pepper.
Method: Sauté onions, carrots, celery, and garlic until they're soft. Add lentils, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and herbs. Let it simmer until the lentils are cooked through. Just before serving, throw in some fresh spinach for a comforting and nutrient-packed soup.

4. Roasted Winter Vegetables:

Ingredients: A mix of winter veggies (like carrots, parsnips, Brussels sprouts, and sweet potatoes), olive oil, salt, pepper, herbs (such as thyme or rosemary).
Method: Toss chopped winter veggies with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs. Roast 'em in the oven until they're golden and caramelized. Serve them as a tasty side dish or toss them into salads and bowls for an extra nutrient boost.

5. Citrus-Glazed Salmon:

Ingredients: Salmon fillets, orange juice, lemon juice, honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, salt, pepper, sesame seeds (if you like).
Method: Whisk together orange juice, lemon juice, honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper for a tangy glaze. Brush it over your salmon fillets and bake 'em until they're cooked through. Sprinkle on some sesame seeds for an extra pop of flavor before serving.