Plant-Based Recipes & Wellbeing
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Nourishing recipes for everyday meals and special occasions
French Green Lentil Salad
We wound our way through the Portuguese and Spanish countryside, green and lush after weeks of sometimes torrential rain. The last time we passed through this part of Europe, in the heat of August, it was dry as could be. This felt like a refreshing way to begin the...
Orange Blackberry Scones with Rosemary
Flaky orange blackberry scones with rosemary are bright, rustic, and gently fragrant, with tender layers and pockets of jammy fruit. These bakery-style scones combine fresh citrus zest, juicy blackberries, and a hint of rosemary for a balance of sweetness and depth....
Smoked Carrots With Whipped Herbed Ricotta, Lemon & Harissa
Rediscovering the Humble Carrot I’ve been a little obsessed with carrots lately. With so many varieties and colors to choose from these days, I think I’m rediscovering just how versatile and delicious they can be. This recipe came together as a way to use up a bunch...
WELCOME TO A NOURISHED LIFE
I’m Eva, a cook, writer, and lifelong seeker of the good life, living along Portugal’s windswept coast. Here, I share mostly plant-based, often gluten-free recipes that nourish both body and spirit, along with reflections on healing, aging, and intentional living.
To me, a nourished life means living with presence and grace. It’s a quiet walk by the sea, a meaningful conversation, and the joy of both the salad and the slice of cake.
I’m so glad you’re here.
Seasonal Spring Recipes
Spring cooking is all about freshness – crisp vegetables, fragrant herbs, and dishes that feel light yet satisfying. This collection brings together simple, seasonal recipes perfect for easy lunches, outdoor gatherings, and everyday nourishment
French Green Lentil Salad
We wound our way through the Portuguese and Spanish countryside, green and lush after weeks of sometimes torrential rain. The last time we passed through this part of Europe, in the heat of August, it was dry as could be. This felt like a refreshing way to begin the...
Orange Blackberry Scones with Rosemary
Flaky orange blackberry scones with rosemary are bright, rustic, and gently fragrant, with tender layers and pockets of jammy fruit. These bakery-style scones combine fresh citrus zest, juicy blackberries, and a hint of rosemary for a balance of sweetness and depth....
Smoked Carrots With Whipped Herbed Ricotta, Lemon & Harissa
Rediscovering the Humble Carrot I’ve been a little obsessed with carrots lately. With so many varieties and colors to choose from these days, I think I’m rediscovering just how versatile and delicious they can be. This recipe came together as a way to use up a bunch...
Roasted Beet, Orange and Mint Salad
From Market to Table: A Winter Salad in Portugal I walked along the ocean after lunch with a dear friend, the sun on my face, a cool breeze threading through my hair, the sound of life all around me. Waves crashing in wide, steady rhythms. The high-pitched giggles of...
Honey-Miso Salmon on Greens
A Sweet-Savory Dish of Balance | Honey-Miso Salmon on Greens There’s something irresistible about the way miso, honey, and soy sauce come together — rich umami with just enough sweetness to make everything taste alive. This Honey-Miso Salmon on Greens is one of those...
Lemon Amaretti Squares
These Lemon Amaretti Squares are a bright twist on the classic lemon bar—featuring a cookie crust made with almond-scented amaretti. Easy, elegant, and irresistible.
Living Well, Simply
What we choose each day—how we eat, move, rest, and connect—shapes our health, our energy, and even our mood. Rooted in both tradition and science, I believe these daily choices are powerful tools for cultivating wellbeing.
Food is an essential part of that. Some meals are pure joy and celebration, while others are created with nourishment in mind—both have their place in a life of balance and intention. As Michael Pollan wisely said, “Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants.”
A well-lived life extends beyond the plate. It’s found in balance—in how we care for ourselves and how we savor the beauty of our meals, our surroundings, and the company we keep.
WELLBEING
Tools, rituals, and reflections for a nourished mind and body
Eating the Colors
What decades of nutrition research tell us about vibrant plant foods and eating the colors People often comment on how colorful my meals are. That is by design. If there is one nutrition principle that appears consistently across longevity research, it is this: people...
Japanese Interval Walking: The Science-Backed Routine for Energy, Balance, and Longevity
What’s All the Hubbub About Japanese Interval Walking? If your social feed has been buzzing with people touting Japanese Interval Walking, you’re not alone. This evidence-based walking method from Japan has become one of the most talked-about longevity trends in...
Living with UCTD and MS: A Personal Autoimmune Healing Story
A journey through early MS symptoms, a UCTD diagnosis, and the slow, intuitive return to health It started one morning with a strange sensation running down my spine, a sharp, tingling current from the base of my skull to my waist. Within days, the sensation spread...
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French Green Lentil Salad
We wound our way through the Portuguese and Spanish countryside, green and lush after weeks of sometimes torrential rain. The last time we passed through this part of Europe, in the heat of August, it was dry as could be. This felt like a refreshing way to begin the...
Orange Blackberry Scones with Rosemary
Flaky orange blackberry scones with rosemary are bright, rustic, and gently fragrant, with tender layers and pockets of jammy fruit. These bakery-style scones combine fresh citrus zest, juicy blackberries, and a hint of rosemary for a balance of sweetness and depth....
Smoked Carrots With Whipped Herbed Ricotta, Lemon & Harissa
Rediscovering the Humble Carrot I’ve been a little obsessed with carrots lately. With so many varieties and colors to choose from these days, I think I’m rediscovering just how versatile and delicious they can be. This recipe came together as a way to use up a bunch...