Plant-Based Recipes & Wellbeing
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Nourishing recipes for everyday meals and special occasions
Provencal Asparagus Tart
There is something about French Provencal food that really speaks to me. Haute Provence cuisine is a much lighter and simpler style of cooking verses Haute Cuisine, which is what a lot of people associate with French cooking. Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of...
Lemon Asparagus Risotto
Slow Food at its Best There’s something meditative about making risotto. Unlike other dinners that invite multitasking, risotto asks you to slow down and stay present. Stirring, watching, adjusting, it’s a quiet ritual that turns simple ingredients into something rich...
Browned Butter Cherry Bars
Rich, simple, and irresistibly buttery with a burst of cherries in every bite There’s something incredibly satisfying about a recipe that’s easy to throw together, yet feels like a special treat. These Browned Butter Cherry Bars are exactly that. They strike the...
WELCOME TO A NOURISHED LIFE
I’m Eva, a cook, writer, and lifelong seeker of the good in 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
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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
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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.
Vegan Broth (Gluten-Free)
How to Make a Flavorful Vegan Broth A foundational guide for plant-based cooking A good vegan broth is the backbone of soups, stews, risottos, sauces, and even grains. It’s also an easy way to reduce food waste and infuse deep flavor into your cooking, without meat,...
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.