Gluten-free Vegetarian: Easy Roasted Asparagus

This gluten-free and vegetarian recipe for Roasted Asparagus from Ina Garten is so simple it literally takes less than 5 minutes to prep and 25 minutes in the oven. Asparagus is rich in folate, is a natural diuretic, and helps promote healthy intestinal flora.

Gluten-free Vegetarian: Jalapeno Lime Hummus Recipe

Move over ho-hum hummus because we are kickin' it up a notch with this Jalapeno and Lime Hummus recipe by Gluten-Free Goddess. Hummus is a great protein-filled snack that can be used as a healthy vegetable dip recipe for fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, cucumbers, bell peppers, and broccoli.

Weight Loss Tip: Add Spice to Subtract Fat

One of my favorite weight loss tips is to use spices liberally in the diet. Why? Several spices have been shown to exhibit activity against obesity through antioxidant and anti-inflammatory mechanisms. The most extensively studied is Turmeric (aka Curcumin). Other spices with similar activity include cinnamon, ginger, and black pepper.

Fabulous Tahini Cookie

This recipe is the reason I have an extra jar of tahini in my cupboard at all times. It is so easy so make and truly fabulous tasting. Tahini is made from sesame seeds, which are both rich in calcium and essential fatty acids. Enjoy!