logo

Welcome to Thrive

THRIVE is a collaborative platform of conventional, integrative, & functional medicine practitioners coming together in one setting to provide personalized healthcare to clients.
Working Hours
Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 5:00PM EST

Cart

M - Th 8a - 5p, F 8a - 4p, Sa 10a - 1p, Su - Closed

(704)-390-7150

6401 Carnegie Blvd, Suite 2A, Charlotte, NC 28211

Top

In The Kitchen

Thrive Carolinas / In The Kitchen

Apple, Kohlrabi & Jicama Salad

Enjoy this simple Apple, Kohlrabi, & Jicama Salad, combining sweet apples, crunchy kohlrabi, and jicama in a light citrus vinaigrette. Perfect as a quick, healthy lunch or side dish. Jicama is a great source of antioxidants, which reduce oxidative stress (wear and tear) in the body. Oxidative stress has been linked to chronic illness.  Ingredients: Salad: 1 c. shredded Napa cabbage 2 c. kohlrabi cut into matchsticks 2 tsp. sea salt 1 c. shredded red cabbage 2 c. Granny Smith apple cut into matchsticks 1 c. jicama root cut into matchsticks ¼ tsp. white pepper ¼ c. minced parsley ¼ c. parsley leaves, whole Citrus Dressing ¼ c. fresh lime juice ½ tsp. rice vinegar 1 tbsp. GF soy sauce 1 tsp. coconut sugar ½ c. avocado oil Directions: Add...

Share

Farmer’s Market Salad

  This yummy spin on a spring salad is packed with nutrients and antioxidants to boost your immune system and help fight disease. Pick up these veggies on your next trip to the Charlotte Farmer's Market and add variation to the salad to appeal to your taste buds! Ingredients: 2 cups sliced zucchini 1 cup yellow wax beans, chopped into 2-inch pieces 1 cup sugar snap peas, trimmed 1 cup sliced radishes (¼ inch slices) ½ cup turnips halved and sliced in ¼-inch slices 1 cup herb sprigs and leaves—flat-leaf parsley, dill, and basil 1 spring onion, thinly sliced Pinch chopped chives 2 Tbsp toasted sunflower seeds 1 cup of Chopped Beets Dressing: 2 Tbsp flax oil 2 tsp apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon tamari, plus more to taste...

Pasta e Fagioli aka – Pasta Fazool

This simple Italian soup is a meal in itself and a favorite in our house, particularly as a substitute for a Lenten meat-free Friday. I'm excited to share this recipe as it is something my Nona would often make for us when we visited her in New England. The ingredients below are the backbone of the soup; however, Nona would often include vegetable scraps from the week, such as celery, mushrooms, and carrots. Don't hesitate to do this and make it your own.. Nona always did! Ingredients: 1 cup chopped onion 2 tbls EVOO 3 cloves garlic, minced 1x (28 oz) can of Organic San Marzano stewed tomatoes (Whole Foods has a great, inexpensive option) 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth 1 (15 oz) can cannellini beans 1/4...

Share

Warming Winter Greens Pesto

Not only is this delicious winter greens pesto recipe delicious, but it is also a gift for your heart. It has walnuts, which supply antioxidants and nutrients like magnesium and omega fatty acids. Walnuts deliver a plant-based fatty acid, alpha-lipoic acid (ALA), which is essential for heart health. The leafy greens are rich in fiber, potassium, vitamin K, magnesium, calcium, and folate, all-important supporters of cardiometabolic health. More importantly, the leafy greens are directly converted into nitric oxide, a powerful component in optimizing cardiac health. This pesto is exceptionally versatile and can be used over meats, vegetables, hummus, or vegetable noodles. Give it a try! Your heart will thank you!! Ingredients 7-8 cups of winter greens like kale, Swiss chard, beet greens, and baby spinach, stemmed and torn into...

Thrive Big Game Bowl Recipes!

The Big Game is this Sunday… whether you are pulling for San Francisco or Kansas City, we plan to eat… a lot during the spectacle!! Thrive wants you to enjoy this tradition but help you keep the calories down while enjoying flavorful, heart-healthy dishes that your loved ones will love and maybe not miss the chicken wings and pizza. Enjoy our favorite BOWLS this weekend!!! We hope you find one that makes it's way into your weekly routine! [mkdf_button size="medium" type="" text="View Our Bowl Recipies!" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://thrivecarolinas.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Thrive-Detox-Bowl-recipes.pdf" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""]...

Walnut Crusted Baked Cod 

Enjoy this simple, delicious, Walnut Crusted Baked Cod featuring cod fillets with a crispy walnut coating, baked to perfection. This easy-to-make recipe combines the mild taste of cod with the rich crunch of walnuts, offering a nutritious and flavorful meal suitable for any occasion. Ingredients:  1 lb of cod, cut into 4 equal skinless filets. (fresh or frozen) ¾ cup walnuts ¼ cup gluten-free panko 1 tsp onion powder 2 T Veganaise, organic 1 T lemon zest. Lemon juice from the lemon drizzle after baking. ¼ cup Italian Parsley, minced Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place walnuts in a food processor and chop until you have a lumpy meal. Add the panko, onion powder, lemon zest and parsley and mix to blend. Equally spread Veganaise over each filet....

Share

Anti-Inflammatory Root Veggie Hummus

To gear up for our upcoming Heart Healthy Cooking Class and in honor of Heart Health Month, we're excited to share this delightful Root Veggie Hummus recipe. If you're not a fan of beets like me, don't worry - this recipe eliminates that earthy flavor many find off-putting. Ingredients: ¾ cup sweet potatoes peeled and cubed 1 in 1 ¾ t sea salt ½ cup beets, peeled and cubed 1 in 1 15 oz can chickpeas, rinsed 2 cloves garlic ¼ cup tahini paste 1 tsp ground turmeric 2 T nutritional yeast ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil Directions: Place sweet potatoes and beets in a small pot of water filled up enough to cover vegetables by 1 to 2 inches. Boil for 10 minutes or until...

Share

Ginger Miso Chicken or Shrimp

Experience bold flavors with our Ginger Miso recipe. This dish combines your choice of chicken or shrimp with a tasty blend of ginger and miso, creating a delightful harmony that's quick to prepare and delicious. Ginger Miso Chicken or Shrimp 3 T EVOO or coconut oil 1 ½ lbs chicken cut up into thin slices or shrimp peeled and deveined ½ cup ginger miso sauce, prepared 8 oz shiitake mushrooms, sliced 1 cup broccoli slaw 1 cup baby spinach 1 cup broccoli florets 4 scallions, sliced Ginger Miso Sauce 1 ½ T miso paste 1-2 large garlic minced 2 T sesame oil 1 t onion powder 1 T rice vinegar 2 T sesame seeds 1 t wasabi powder ¼ cup water 1 t fresh minced ginger Directions: In a...

Share

Kale Salad with Squash

This simple yet flavorful Kale Salad with Squash combines the robust taste of kale with the subtle sweetness of squash, creating a perfect balance of textures and flavors. It's a fresh and nutritious addition to any meal, effortlessly bringing wholesome goodness to your table. Ingredients: Dressing: 2 TBL balsamic or vinegar 1 garlic clove minced 1 tsp Dijon 2 tsp maple syrup 1/4 olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Salad: 1 winter squash- butternut, delicate, acorn, cut into cubes 2 shallots into 1/2” wedges 1 TBL minced rosemary 2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme leaves Salt and pepper 2 cups cubed whole-grain sourdough bread 4 cups sliced laminate kale 1/3 cup pomegranate seeds 2 stalks celery sliced and sliced celery leaves Directions: Heat oven to 400 On a baking sheet,...

Share

Kale Brussel Sprout salad with Avocado Caesar Dressing

Experience a burst of fresh flavors with our Kale Brussel Sprout Salad, generously drizzled with a creamy Avocado Caesar Dressing. This nutrient-packed dish combines the hearty crunch of kale and Brussels sprouts with the creamy goodness of avocado, creating a satisfying and wholesome salad for a vibrant and delicious meal. Ingredients: 1 T ghee                                                                1 t Dijon mustard ¼ c gluten-free panko bread crumbs                        1 t ground white pepper 1 small ripe avocado                                                      ¼ c olive oil 3 T fresh lemon juice                         2 bunches lacinato kale, stemmed and chopped 2 T parmesan, dairy-free or nutritional yeast 12 oz fresh Brussels sprouts, thinly sliced 1 T white miso 2 garlic cloves, minced Directions: Melt ghee and allow it to brown. Add breadcrumbs and toast...

Share
Subscribe!