spring reset routine

If you are ready to throw open the doors and windows, remove ​the clutter off the countertops and have a fresh start then this ​page is your best friend. From refreshing your beauty routine, to ​setting up your hall closet for warmer days to embarking on a new ​habit no season shouts optimism quite like spring.

1. Start something new. Nothing is quite as exciting as learning ​something new. This year my focus will be learning all about ​gardening and finishing the new house. In the past I’ve taken ​this season to teach myself how to can food (not necessarily a ​practical use of time on the regular but something I am very ​happy I now know how to do and will come in handy when ​my garden harvest comes in).

Ideas could be: doing a free course online through a collage, ​learning a new language, learning how to paint or making bread.

2. The summer glow starts in the spring. Time to clear out under ​your sink, toss old beauty products, refresh your skincare routine, ​grab a decadent body whip and focus on that glow.

3. If you’ve been cozied up in sweats since Thanksgiving its time to ​start moving that body. There is nothing better than pulling on ​that light spring dress and feeling good about the skin you’re in. ​I’ve been loving Barre and Pilates for long lean muscles - and of ​course for 16 years I’ve been doing these workouts at home. Do ​what is convenient and flexible for you - you’ll stick to what is ​convenient.

2. Set up your home for spring. In addition to the spring cleaning ​checklist I’ve included swap out the stuff in the hall closets for ​things that shout SPRING. A bluetooth speaker and blanket for ​impromptu picnics, a small container that holds sunblock, a ​container for sunglasses, pool/beach towels, and the lock to your ​bicycle in case you decide to go out for a spin.

spring cleaning supplies

No other month shouts FRESH like March so if ​you haven’t yet discovered the benefits of a ​morning routine then make March the month ​you try it for yourself!

I cannot tell you how important a morning ​routine is for setting up your day, taking time ​for yourself, giving yourself time to work on ​your goals and to feel excited about progress ​in your life!

And what better time to bloom than when the ​flowers are doing it along side you!

Drink big cup of water infused with supplements.

While you get ready listen to motivational podcast.

Grilled portobello salad

1. Preheat grill to medium-high.

2. To make dressing, add mayonnaise, lime juice, maple syrup, lime peel, ​cumin, coriander, chili powder, garlic powder,

salt, and pepper to a small mixing bowl; whisk to combine. Set aside.

3. To make basting liquid, add liquid aminos, vinegar, and oil to a separate ​small mixing bowl; whisk to combine. 4. Baste mushrooms, onion, and corn ​ears with basting liquid. Place on grill; cover. Grill, turning and basting ​every 3 minutes, for 5 to 7 minutes; remove onion. Grill mushrooms and ​corn for 3 additional minutes, or until everything is tender. 5. Slice ​mushrooms into 1⁄4-inch thick slices; strip corn from cob.

6. To make salad, arrange mixed greens on a serving platter. Top with ​mushrooms, onion, corn, tomatoes, and cilantro.

Finish with avocado; drizzle dressing over top. Serve.

for basting liquid:

2 Tbsp coconut liquid aminos

2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar

1 Tbsp olive oil

for dressing:

3 Tbsp olive oil mayonnaise

2 Tbsp fresh lime juice

2 tsp pure maple syrup

1 tsp finely grated lime peel (lime zest)

1/4 tsp ground cumin

1/4 tsp ground coriander

1/4 tsp chili powder

1/4 tsp garlic powder

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp ground black pepper

for salad:

4 large portobello mushrooms,

stems and gills removed

1 medium onion, cut into 1⁄4-inch thick rounds

2 medium ears corn, husked

3 c mixed greens

1 c halved grape tomatoes

2 tsp torn fresh cilantro

medium avocado, sliced

1 c spinach

1 c chopped honey crisp apple

2 Tbsp crumbled blue cheese

2 Tbsp chopped walnuts

lemon dijon salad dressing

honey crisp salad

Add spinach, apple, cheese, ​walnuts, and Lemon Dijon Salad ​Dressing to a medium mixing bowl; ​toss to combine. Enjoy!

Perfect for busy nights!

4 c de-stemmed, chopped kale

1 c peeled segmented tangerines

1/2 c pomegranate seeds

1/2 c feta cheese crumbles

1/2 c dried cranberries

poppyseed salad dressing

spring fresh salad

Perfect for busy nights!

Add kale, tangerines, pomegranate ​seeds, feta cheese, cranberries, and ​Poppyseed Dressing to a large mixing ​bowl; toss to combine. Enjoy!

Crunchy ‘n sweet ​salad

1. Add lemon juice, honey, oil, garlic powder, ​onion powder, salt, and pepper to a large mixing ​bowl; whisk to combine.

2. Add carrots, celery, apples, chicken, shallot, ​dates, and hazelnuts; toss to coat. Divide evenly ​between two serving bowls. Enjoy!

2 medium lemons, juiced

1 Tbsp honey

1 tsp olive oil

1/4 tsp garlic powder

1/4 tsp onion powder

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp ground black pepper

2 c shredded carrots

8 medium stalks celery, finely chopped

2 medium apples, finely chopped

8oz canned low-sodium chicken, drained

1 medium shallot, finely chopped

2 large pitted medjool dates, finely chopped

2 Tbsp chopped unsalted hazelnuts

Chicken Marsala

1/4 c low-sodium organic chicken broth

1/2 tsp unflavored gelatin

4 raw chicken breasts, boneless, skinless, cut in half ​lengthwise to create thin cutlets

salt

ground black pepper,

1/4 c all-purpose flour

1 Tbsp ghee (organic grass-fed,

if possible)

2 c quartered cremini mushrooms

1/4 c Marsala wine

1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley

1. Sprinkle broth with gelatin. Set aside.

2. Sprinkle each chicken cutlet evenly with 1 pinch salt

and 1 pinch pepper. Dredge each side in flour. Set aside.

3. Heat 2 tsp. ghee in large skillet over medium-high heat ​for 1 to 2 minutes, or until ghee is very hot.

4. Add chicken cutlets; cook for 3 minutes on each side, or ​until golden brown. Remove chicken cutlets to a plate ​lined with a paper towel. Set aside.

5. Add remaining 2 tsp. ghee, mushrooms, remaining

1 pinch salt, and remaining 1 pinch pepper to skillet; cook, ​stirring frequently, for 3 to 4 minutes, or until lightly ​browned. Reduce heat to medium-low.

6. Add wine and broth mixture.

Bring to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.

7. Add chicken cutlets; gently boil for 2 minutes on each ​side, or until liquid has become a thick glaze.

8. Garnish evenly with parsley; serve immediately.

Pineapple Mango Smoothie

Ingredients:

1 cup water

1 scoop vanilla superfood smoothie powder

¼ cup fresh pineapple, cubed

¼ cup mango, cubed

1 Tbsp. orange zest

1 cup ice

blend & enjoy!

Blueberry Basil Smoothie

Ingredients:

½ cup water

½ cup unsweetened almond milk

1 cup ice

1 scoop vanilla superfood smoothie ​powder

½ cup (or frozen) blueberries

4 fresh basil leaves, chopped

blend & enjoy!

very berry smoothie

Ingredients:

1 cup almond milk

1 cup ice

1 scoop vanilla superfood smoothie powder

½ cup frozen raspberries

½ cup frozen blueberries

1 Tbsp. unsweetened shredded coconut

blend & enjoy!

Spring finds

Remember: pull out your spring & summer ​clothes out first - there’s nothing worse than ​making a purchase to realize you had bought ​something very similar last year.