Plant-Based Recipes & Wellness
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Nourishing recipes for everyday meals and special occasions
Delicious Vegan Sofritas
Delicious Vegan Sofritas Recipe is a delicious high-protein, gluten-free, and vegan option that can win over the staunchest of meat aficionados. It’s a tantalizing medley of onions, peppers, aromatic chilies, cumin, and sweet and smoky paprika. This vegan Sofritas recipe is perfect for those seeking a flavorful and satisfying plant-based meal.
Refreshing Nectarine and Watermelon Salad
Discover the benefits of a Refreshing Nectarine and Watermelon Salad, featuring nutritious ingredients like dates, walnuts, and goat cheese, with a tangy balsamic dressing. Perfect for a refreshing and healthy meal.
My Favorite Cinnamon Buns
A Taste of Norway in a Cinnamon Bun We’re in Norway for the holidays — my mother’s homeland, where the scent of cinnamon buns fills the air like a warm embrace. While you rarely see them frosted like the versions in the States, Norwegians take their cinnamon buns...

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 RECIPES
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Healing Through Food
What we eat doesn’t just feed us, it informs our health, our energy, and even our mood. Rooted in both tradition and science, I believe food can be one of our most powerful tools for healing. While some dishes are pure joy and celebration, many are created with wellness and nourishment in mind, supporting a life of balance, vitality, and intention.
WELLNESS
Tools, rituals, and reflections for a nourished mind and body
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FRESH FROM THE BLOG
Small Batch Garlic and Dill Refrigerator Pickles
A quick and easy recipe for small batch garlic and dill refrigerator pickles. Perfect for adding a burst of flavor to your favorite dishes!
Southwest Taco Salad
Discover the health benefits of our Southwest Taco Salad! Packed with nutritious ingredients, this easy-to-make salad is perfect for maintaining peak brain and body performance.
Lemon Ginger Scone Recipe
Discover the perfect Lemon Ginger Scone recipe inspired by my London days. Enjoy the burst of lemon and ginger flavors wrapped in a buttery, cloud-like scone.