Healthy Vegetarian Diet Recipes

Ginger adds a mighty punch of flavor and inflammation-fighting nutrients without adding to your waistline. It also helps with keeping your digestion in check. Hearty oats will keep you full, while sweet and tart berries deliver a healthy dose of antioxidants and fiber. So what are you waiting for? Give this delicious and nutritious smoothie a try!

Represented by the scales of justice, libras are all about balance. They like to maintain an equilibrium in all aspects of life, enjoying work as much as play and cultivating harmonious relationships that never swing too far to any extreme. Their social intelligence often casts them in the role of the charming, peacekeeping glue that holds the group dynamic together. This is generally a very positive attribute, winning them a diverse array of friends from all walks of life, and bringing lots of beauty and joy into their world. But every gift comes with a price, and Libras should take care not to fall into people pleasing or spreading themselves too thin. A solid self-care regimen can help bring these socially-oriented air signs back down to Earth and reconnect them to their own sense of self.As one of the cocktails featured in our Watcher mixology competition, our Libra cocktail – the “Miami Vice” – pulls out all the stops. A unique spin on a daiquiri topped with pina colada-flavored whipped cream, this frosty tropical hybrid is the ultimate choice for chilling out. It’s pretty complex, but if you’re up for a challenge, it’s worth it. Otherwise, you can watch pro-mixologist (and Libra) Ricky Wang whip it up here.

Start your day right with a cleansing, refreshing glass of root veggie goodness. Made with beets, carrots, celery, ginger, and lemon, this vibrant concoction will wake up your senses.

A rich, creamy dark cocoa gelato peppered with cayenne andcinnamon for a warm, subtle spiciness.

Mixed with mango, citrus, and a nice little nip of vodka, this succulent frozen cocktail is a ray of sunshine in a glass.

Treat your insides to the goodness of green with this refreshing smoothie, which features nutrient-dense spinach, parsley, mint, cucumber, and green apple to help you get your sparkle on.

Beautifully colored and surprisingly sweet, this smoothie is sure to become one of your new go-to recipes. Chia seed is packed with omega-3 fatty acids that can help raise good cholesterol, a benefit that helps protect against heart disease. They’re known for their gel-like expansion that, when ingested, can help you feel satiated and full for longer periods of time. The soluble fiber in plums produces a similar effect, an excellent characteristic that can help prevent overeating and weight gain.

We all need a spa treatment every now and then, especially as we enter into the holiday months. This smoothie provides just that with the cooling and refreshing elements of watermelon, lime, mint, and avocado paired with Swiss chard, an excellent source of folate. Folate has been known to produce mood-regulating neurotransmitters like serotonin. At the same time, avocados add a dose of healthy fats like omega-3's that have been shown to play a role in your emotional well-being.

How much do you know about the yogurt you eat? Most store-bought, blended yogurts are packed with sugar, unhealthy fats, and preservatives, which can slow your metabolism and leave you feeling heavy. So if you haven't tried plain Greek yogurt instead, it might be time to start! Plain Greek yogurt contains more protein, less sugar, and about half the amount of carbohydrates than regular yogurt. It can give you a healthy boost in energy and help your pre- or post-workout body recover. Be sure to look for brands with no chemical additives.

Why pick between guacamole and hummus when you can have them both in one flavor-packed dip? Score big with a rich and creamy party dip that's also good for you! Made with buttery smooth avocado and topped with crunchy chickpeas, the Avocado Hummus will be your go-to snack!

Treat your heart right with a berry-delicious beet red smoothie that's filled with heart-healthy ingredients! Your heart will love the antioxidant-rich berries and the fresh and earthy beets!

Sweet-tart and full of fresh, fruity goodness, this vodka cocktail is well worth the cheers.