Plant-Based Recipes & Wellness

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Nourishing recipes for everyday meals and special occasions

Greek Heirloom Tomato Salad

Greek Heirloom Tomato Salad

Greek Heirloom Tomato Salad Almost Needs No Recipe A Greek Heirloom Tomato Salad almost needs no recipe. Grab a few tomatoes, a red onion, a cucumber, some fresh oregano, a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, and a high-quality slab of feta—and you’re good to go. It’s...

Lemon Amaretti Squares

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.

Spinach, Berries, and Quinoa Salad

Spinach, Berries, and Quinoa Salad

This Spinach, Berries, and Quinoa Salad is more than a pretty plate. The combination of tender greens, juicy berries, nutty grains, and heart-healthy fats hits all the right notes—sweet, tart, crunchy, creamy.

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.

Winter Reset Recipes

After the whirlwind of holiday gatherings and celebrations, the new year invites us into a quieter, more intentional rhythm – a time to gently nurture both mind and body. This collection of vibrant, nutrient-dense, flavor-forward recipes is designed to help you feel restored without giving up comfort or joy. Colorful, satisfying dishes that support your wellness.

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A Nourished Life

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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Gluten-Free Butternut Squash Blondie

Gluten-Free Butternut Squash Blondie

Nourishing Indulgence Because sometimes, you just want something sweet and decadent while still keeping it healthy-ish. I created this recipe for self-serving reasons. I was craving something chocolaty and gooey, but I wanted to keep it vegetarian, dairy-free, and...

Living with UCTD and MS: A Personal Autoimmune Healing Story

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...

How to Thicken Vegan and GF Sauces and Soups

How to Thicken Vegan and GF Sauces and Soups

A plant-based, gluten-free guide to silky, satisfying textures Whether you're making a rich gravy, a creamy soup, or a smooth cheese sauce, thickening without cream, butter, or flour is totally doable and delicious. Here’s a guide on how to thicken vegan and GF sauces...