Liver Friendly Recipes
Doctors and researchers agree that eating a well balanced diet containing the proper number of calories and an appropriate ratio of carbohydrates, proteins and fats are important for your overall health. For people with impaired liver function, proper nutrition takes on increasing importance.
Eating our liver friendly recipes not only helps protect and support your liver – but provides you with tasty recipes that are also good for your entire body.
A liver-friendly lifestyle also includes being aware of what products we use in our homes and on our bodies (not just in them). In addition to providing you with liver friendly recipes you can eat, we’re also giving you recipes to eliminate harsh toxins in the products used in your home and in your personal care products as well.
Hungarian Cucumber Salad
If you have your own garden, or a friend has a garden, you may be overwhelmed by cucumbers! Try this great alternative to just adding them to a salad. A tangy, cold accompaniment to any protein of your choice.
Mint Chip NICE Cream (Dairy-Free!)
What’s this? Oh, just one of the easiest, most delicious, dairy-free ice cream options. Freeze up some bananas and try different flavors. The choices are endless!
Mocktail – Faux-jito
All of us with liver concerns know to omit alcohol completely, but this can be difficult when it comes to parties and other social functions. To avoid being tempted by a cocktail, try this “mocktail” with the great refreshing flavors of a mojito – a summertime favorite.
Apple Crumble With A Difference
Mmm, take a bite of this healthy version of apple crumble made with quinoa!
Liver-Friendly Potato Salad
As the days start warming up we look forward to outdoor cooking complete with great salads. This salad is reminiscent of German potato salad but omits the traditional bacon. Try it with turmeric for a great health boost!
Cashew-Less Vegan Queso Dip
When you have liver concerns animal products are on the “minimize” list. Here is a delicious way to get a creamy cheese sauce without the extra calories you would get from most cashew based vegan queso dips. Simply DELICIOUS!
Spinach Artichoke Enchiladas
An excellent alternative to traditional enchiladas. So delicious you’ll want to make a double batch!
Greek Salad
Delicious, healthy and beautiful on your plate. This colorful Greek salad is sure to please.
Healthy Black Bean Brownies
Protein and fiber packed flourless black bean brownies. Fudgy, delicious brownies without all the guilt. No one can tell they’re made with beans!
Liver-Friendly Tacos – Quinoa Taco Meat
Beef is not on the liver-friendly list, but you shouldn’t miss out on Taco Tuesday. This amazingly flavorful taco “meat” made with quinoa, smoky seasonings, and salsa is a healthy substitute for ground beef (just 9 ingredients)!
Portobello “Philly Cheese Steak”
Who needs red meat when you can get excellent flavor and texture from portobello mushrooms? Give them a try; you simply won’t miss the meat.
Vegan Cauliflower Wings
Delicious vegan recipe you’ll want to make over and over again. We skipped the hot sauce version (not great for people with liver issues), but you may want to try making those for your friends. Check out the video for all 3 recipes.
Surprisingly Good! Roasted Bok Choy
For those that hate kale, bok choy has a mild, borderline sweet flavor that makes it a great gateway green for people trying to get more leafy vegetables into their diet. Plus, when comparing it to kale, bok choy has similar amounts of vitamins and antioxidants – minus the bitterness.
5 Minute Turmeric Tea – “Golden Milk”
Turmeric is highly anti-inflammatory and provides immune supportive benefits. This rich, creamy, lightly sweet 5 minute turmeric tea is something you’re sure to enjoy!
Liver-Friendly Pecan Pie Cookies
With sweetness from dates and maple syrup, these pecan pie cookies are a healthier option so you don’t feel like you’re missing out on the Christmas cookie temptations certain to come your way.
Perfectly Roasted Turkey
Testing various cooking options, the method of cooking the turkey FIRST breast-side down allows juices to flow into the breast meat and eliminates dry turkey meat.
Make Ahead Thanksgiving: Maple-Roasted Sweet Potatoes
These Maple-Roasted Sweet Potatoes can be made the day before and reheated in time for dinner. PLUS no brown sugar caramel sauce and marshmallows – instead a delicious, healthier alternative!
Healthy Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte
Ahhh autumn and pumpkin spice everything. Save money and calories by making your own Pumpkin Spice Latte. For those who are sick of the “pumpkin spice everything” this time of year – divert your eyes!
