Combat Colds with Negi, the Japanese Leek With colds and coughs rampant this season, let’s turn to an oft-overlooked traditional cold remedy: negi, the Japanese leek! While it’s delicious in soups, we’ll be sharing several unique ways to enjoy this...
No-Bake Kinako & Sesame Balls Kinako is roasted soybean flour, a great addition to put in desserts, baked goodies and smoothies! It’s nutty, gives a creamy texture when mixed with liquid and is gluten free and nutritious! Servings 13~14 Prep Time: 10~ min. Chill...
Nanakusa Seven Herbs Risotto Nanakusa (the seven healthy herbs of early spring) is traditionally eaten in early January to cleanse our bodies from weeks of festive feasting. Although they’re mostly eaten as nanakusagayu (a type of rice porridge), I’ve...
Nanakusa, the Seven Herbs of Early Spring In Japan on January 7, we typically eat nanakusa as a way to detox after the holiday festivities. Find out what the health benefits are behind these seven special herbs! Introduction Nanakusa, the Seven Herbs of Early Spring...
Yuzu Hollandaise Eggs Benedict Everyone’s favorite brunch meal recreated as a lighter, healthier Eggs Benedict with a delightful twist: yuzu hollandaise! Even though it looks fancy, it doesn’t take much time and is a great way to start off the day....
Eat with Meraki is full of recipes and helpful information to help you incorporate healthy eating habits effortlessly into your everyday life. The recipes follow the Mediterranean Diet and are quick, easy and don't hurt your body or budget! Meraki in Greek means the soul, creativity and love put into doing something creative. I hope you enjoy my original recipes which I've put a lot of love into! May every meal be a celebration of health and life!
What is the Mediterranean Diet? It’s eating a wide variety of vegetables, fruits, and whole grains, healthy fats (nuts, seeds, and olive oil), moderate amounts of dairy, fish and seafood, red wine and white meat, and minimum red meat. It also avoids processed food, refined grains, refined oils and refined sugar. It prevents heart disease and stroke, keeps you agile and improves cholesterol and blood sugar levels.
