Whitney Aronoff

Starseed Kitchen

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Butter Lettuce Salad with Smoky Blue Cheese Dressing

A healthy salad with a smoky twist. Enjoy a delicate butter lettuce salad layered with black lentils, cherry tomatoes, avocado, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and basil, drizzled with a smoky blue cheese vinaigrette.  It sounds decadent, but lemon juice and white wine vinegar make this vinaigrette light and bright.  THE SECRET INGREDIENT Smoky blue cheese is hard to find. Yes, it does exist. You can find it from time to time at a specialty market such as Gelson’s, Bristol Farms or Whole Foods. If you can find it, definitely use it in this salad and dressing. If not, no ... Read More

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Earthy Vegetarian White Bean Chili

Extra thick, hearty and veggie packed white bean chili made with white beans, onion, celery, carrots, Lacinato (Dino) kale, and quinoa.  This chili is filled with earthy herbs and spices of fresh oregano and cumin.  MAKE THIS FOR MEAL PREP I first started making this healthy vegetable packed chili for my vegetarian and vegan clients. The colors are so beautiful and flavor so fresh and light.  It’s a nice alternative from chicken soup when you are recovering from a cold. It freezers well and is great for meal prep.  USE ALL PARTS OF KALE, STEMS ... Read More

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Curried Cauliflower Couscous Salad

A light golden salad or side dish that satisfies the pickiest healthy eaters. This couscous is grain-free and all vegetables. If you're cooking for a particular diet or lifestyle, this recipe will work for you. Vegans, Vegetarians, Whole 30, Keto, Paleo, Gluten-Free and Grain-Free eaters can enjoy this meal.  A SALAD OR SIDE DISH FOR MEAL PREP I first started making this dish two years ago. I’ve been making it at least once a month for clients since. I’ve had plenty of time to perfect the seasonings and the ingredients.  I’ll serve this as a main salad over arugula ... Read More

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Citrus Green Lentils

A light vibrant salad, side dish or plant based protein that satisfies the pickiest healthy eaters.  A KEY VEGETARIAN PROTEIN The little lentil is packed full of protein. Apart of the legume/bean family, their protein content ranges from 17 to 25 percent (double the protein of any grain and more than that of eggs and most meats).  Legumes in general are a great source for calcium, potassium, iron, zinc and several B vitamins.  NOURISH YOUR ORGANS WITH THE COLOR OF YOUR BEANS Did you know that the color of a bean indicates the organ it most benefits? Just like ... Read More

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Grilled Corn Mexican Salad

This salad is filled with shredded romaine lettuce topped with grilled corn, black beans, grilled red onion, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, with a creamy avocado cilantro dressing. Top with pepitas, cotija cheese, grilled chicken or skirt steak for added protein.  THE PEOPLE OF THE CORN In Mexico, corn is more then food. It is a cultural symbol. I share this with you as a reminder that each meal we prepare and sit down to eat is, in essence, our own sacred ceremony we conduct three times a day.  The image and shape of corn, also known as maize, inspires architecture, ... Read More

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Cilantro Avocado Dressing

The perfect dressing to pair with a salad or enjoy as a dip. If you are a cilantro or avocado lover, this is for you.  LUNCH IS SERVED I created this salad dressing for one of my meal prep clients. They work from home and I serve my client a fresh salad for lunch each week. I prepare 4-5 salads, serving them one, and individually packing the others.  They love avocado and cilantro, and we put the two ingredients in a lot of salads. I wanted to offer them a creamy salad dressing that was healthy.  I was also looking for a way to use avocado in a meal prep salad ... Read More

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Perfect Meal Prep Salmon

This is how a health supportive chef prepares salmon for her custom meal prep clients. It's also my favorite way to prepare salmon for myself. The secret is out. I prepare it this way for many of my clients and they want to learn to make it themselves. So here it is. The trick is over seasoning with sea salt and coarse black pepper, and letting it marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking. I’ll tell you why this works so well.  CULINARY SCHOOL TIPS When I attended culinary school at The Natural Gourmet Institute, I learned this excellent tip from my chef ... Read More

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Smoky White Bean & Collard Greens Soup

This is a thick, hearty soup with smoky and spicy undertones. White beans, onion, garlic, celery, carrot, arbol chile, fire-roasted tomatoes, collard greens, parmesan, herbs & spices.  I like to serve this dish to my clients with a fresh loaf of rustic sourdough or paleo bread.  It is a perfect complement to a long workday.  You can find it in my custom meal prep menu rotation for all my clients.  EAT MORE COLLARD GREENS Collards are about of the cabbage family. They are more tender then kale, sweeter, and less bitter then other hearty greens. That is ... Read More

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Rustic Winter Minestrone Soup with Quick Basil Pesto

My vegetarian clients like to have a soup as part of their meal prep every week. This requires me to get creative. I’ve now created over 30 unique soups to meet their tastes and dietary preferences. This vegetable packed vegan soup is one of our favorites. My clients lean towards soups that are packed with lots of vegetables and leafy greens. Light on the broth and heavy on the veggies so the soup is filling and satisfying.  SERVE WITH GRAINS FOR A HEARTY MEAL This is a chunky soup that pairs well with left over ancient grains you may have in the fridge. Serve this soup ... Read More

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Black Lentil & Pomegranate Salad

Iron Up with This Plant-Based Protein Packed Salad Black lentils are perfect for salads as they retain their texture when you cook them.  Reach for lentils as a great source of plant-based protein and iron. This salad is as delicious as it is balanced. Enjoy over arugula for added greens.  WHY WE SHOULD EAT MORE LENTILS Lentils have been a staple in diets in Europe, the Middle East and India for 8,000 years. These little legumes were even mentioned in the book of Genesis. They’ve powered humanity for a very long time. Enough said.  BENEFITS OF LENTILS Lentils ... Read More

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Detox Chickpea & Celery Soup

Hydrating & Detoxifying Chickpea Celery Soup with Lemon, Cilantro & Greek Yogurt This soup recipe is extra hydrating. Delicious year round, it’s flavorful with a simple ingredient list.  Choose the broth and yogurt that nourishes you best. Choose vegetable broth or chicken bone broth for the base of the soup. Either Greek yogurt or thick coconut yogurt work well. Always make adjustments to recipes to meet your body where it is that day.  CELERY, THE DETOX CURE Celery is a naturally cooking vegetable that supports the health ... Read More

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Turmeric Ginger Tahini Dressing

There are so many ways to enjoy traditional tahini sauce. This recipe adds turmeric and ginger to ramp up the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory health benefits.  Follow the directions to enjoy as a light tahini dressing, or use less water for a thick dipping sauce. Your choice. This Turmeric Ginger Tahini recipe is delicious either way.  HOW TO GET ALL THE BENEFITS OF TURMERIC In order to absorb all the anti-inflammatory benefits of turmeric, you need to eat it with fat. By combining turmeric with tahini paste (sesame seed paste) your body can naturally absorb the curcumin ... Read More

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