Breakfast, Meal Prep Guidance, Recipes
Easy, Breakfast Meal Prep: High-Protein, Egg & Mediterranean Vegetable Scramble
Meal Prep your breakfast for efficient mornings If you read my post on 15-minute, easy eggs, then you know why I deeply ~despise~ cooking eggs each and every morning. Very…
How to Make: Gnocchi with Japanese Sweet Potatoes (Satsuma-imo)
What is gnocchi? I remember the first time that I ordered gnocchi dates back to when I was a tween at my local, Maggiano’s Little Italy restaurant. To say that…
Spicy, Cottage Cheese Dip (High-Protein & Low-Fat “Queso”)
Super Bowl LVIII is coming up! So, you already know what that means… Unlimited amounts of chips, queso, guacamole, bean dips, chicken wings, and other delicious, finger-friendly foods that are…
Born & Raised in Orange County, CA
My maternal roots tie my ancestry to Southeast Asia (China), but I was born and raised in beach cities in the OC. My lifestyle and cooking are heavily influenced by a mashup of both cultures.
Easy, Breakfast Meal Prep: High-Protein, Egg & Mediterranean Vegetable Scramble
Meal Prep your breakfast for efficient mornings If you read my post on 15-minute, easy eggs, then you know why I deeply ~despise~ cooking eggs each and every morning. Very…
How to Make: Gnocchi with Japanese Sweet Potatoes (Satsuma-imo)
What is gnocchi? I remember the first time that I ordered gnocchi dates back to when I was a tween at my local, Maggiano’s Little Italy restaurant. To say that…
Spicy, Cottage Cheese Dip (High-Protein & Low-Fat “Queso”)
Super Bowl LVIII is coming up! So, you already know what that means… Unlimited amounts of chips, queso, guacamole, bean dips, chicken wings, and other delicious, finger-friendly foods that are…
You deserve to thrive, not just survive.
Without nutrition, we have nothing, in my opinion. Our health and vitality are fundamentally rooted in our nutrition.
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Meet Maria
Like my mom always stated to me when I was young, “you are what you eat.” As I rolled my eyes and scoffed at her declaration decades of times, there was immense weight surrounding that truth. Literally, what you put in is what you will get out. I am an avid lover of balanced meals that prioritize fruits, vegetables, proteins, legumes, seeds, and carbohydrates. Furthermore, it is more important to me to eat meals that reflect these nutritious foods in their truest, and least processed forms. I hope that you will continue to embark on this journey with me, whether that is trying out some of these recipes, giving me your thoughts, or just simply consuming. There is no end destination with this blog, I am just eager to share my experiences, write from the soul, and to document my passion for creating food that is nourishing for the soul, body, and mind.
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Meet Maria
Nature Lover, Noodle Creator & Nutrition Fanatic
Ahh, the Three N's. Nature, Noodles and Nutrition: the foundation of this blog. Without nature, there would be no source. Without nutrition, there would be no wellness. And frankly, without noodles, there would just be no joy. I am beyond eager to share my experiences, write from the soul, and to document my passion for creating food that is nourishing for the soul, body, and mind.
Latest Recipes
Easy, Breakfast Meal Prep: High-Protein, Egg & Mediterranean Vegetable Scramble
Meal Prep your breakfast for efficient mornings If you read my post on 15-minute, easy eggs, then you know why I deeply ~despise~ cooking eggs each and every morning. Very minimal reward for just too much ...
How to Make: Gnocchi with Japanese Sweet Potatoes (Satsuma-imo)
What is gnocchi? I remember the first time that I ordered gnocchi dates back to when I was a tween at my local, Maggiano's Little Italy restaurant. To say that my tastebuds were ~immediately impressed~ with ...
Spicy, Cottage Cheese Dip (High-Protein & Low-Fat “Queso”)
Super Bowl LVIII is coming up! So, you already know what that means... Unlimited amounts of chips, queso, guacamole, bean dips, chicken wings, and other delicious, finger-friendly foods that are easy to snack ...
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Easy, Breakfast Meal Prep: High-Protein, Egg & Mediterranean Vegetable Scramble
Meal Prep your breakfast for efficient mornings If you read my post on 15-minute, easy eggs, then you know why I deeply ~despise~ cooking eggs each and every morning. Very…
How to Make: Gnocchi with Japanese Sweet Potatoes (Satsuma-imo)
What is gnocchi? I remember the first time that I ordered gnocchi dates back to when I was a tween at my local, Maggiano’s Little Italy restaurant. To say that…
Spicy, Cottage Cheese Dip (High-Protein & Low-Fat “Queso”)
Super Bowl LVIII is coming up! So, you already know what that means… Unlimited amounts of chips, queso, guacamole, bean dips, chicken wings, and other delicious, finger-friendly foods that are…
· In: Breakfast, Desserts, Recipes, Snacks
The Trendy, Dalgona “Whipped” Coffee, Revisited (Refined Sugar-Free)
The “Dalgona coffee” trend of 2020 Was anyone else obsessed with the “dalgona coffee” (whipped coffee) trend in 2020? Since we were in quarantine, anything and everything went viral on…
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The Fluffiest, Homemade Flour Tortillas (Made with Schmaltz)
“Would you like corn or flour tortillas?” The age-old question that I thought I had figured out… Until now. flour tortillas are ideal for saucy & Flavorsome dishes Growing up,…
· In: Desserts, Recipes, Snacks
Ridiculously Easy & Creamy, Mango Frozen Yogurt Recipe (Only 3 Ingredients)
In my humble opinion, frozen yogurt is the BEST dessert out there. One of my favorite memories as a kid was getting fro-yo after dinner with my family. No matter…
Simple Broccoli & Thai Basil Pesto (Hidden Vegetables Recipe)
What is pesto? Traditional pesto is a vibrant, green paste / sauce that stems from Italian cuisine. It typically consists of fresh basil. pine nuts, lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil,…
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Easy, Homemade Nut Milk (Only 2 Ingredients!)
The Surge of plant-based milks within the past decade Plant-based milks such as oat milk, almond milk, cashew milk, etc. have gained immense popularity within the past decade. It’s honestly…
The Best, Honey & Balsamic Glazed Brussels Sprouts Recipe (2-Ingredient Glaze)
Let’s have a conversation about these mini cabbages, which can potentially sour into heated controversy: the ever-so-humble, Brussels sprouts! Whilst some may do their happy dance when they see ’em…
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Rich & Creamy, Oil-Free Pinto Beans (30-Minute Instant Pot Recipe)
In my humble opinion, beans don’t get enough credit. They seem to be either a staple in one’s plant-based diet or they’re overlooked in another’s diet. Personally, I fell into…