Valentine’s Day is approaching and I don’t know about you but I’m still trying to shake off all the wintery holiday treats. 

I noticed at the stores we had roughly a two day break in between Christmas chocolate and heart shaped chocolate.  Not exactly a problem for a chocolate loving person like myself. 

Simple, low-stress vegetable dishes are a mainstay in my life. I made a pledge years ago to fill up half my plate with vegetables and my Sesame Roasted Green Beans with Mushrooms are on the menu almost every week. This no-fuss yet flavorful side dish is sure to appeal to both veteran vegetable lovers and newbies in need of upping their daily vegetable intake.

I think we can all agree that a little smear of avocado is an amazing “extra” for salads, sandwiches, tacos and such. However, these creamy, green fruits are such a nourishing food that I also love to feature them the “lead” ingredient for an easy lunch or light dinner. Bring a little California sunshine to your plate with my Stuffed Quinoa-Orange Avocados, a fresh, fit and flavorful dish that you can make on the quick!