Kirsten Nunez, MS

Kirsten Nunez, MS

Kirsten Nunez is a health and lifestyle journalist who focuses on food, nutrition, and DIY. She has an MS in Nutrition and loves helping others find new ways to have fun with healthy cooking. Since 2014, she has contributed to over 15 digital publications, including Brit + Co, VegNews, and eHow. Kirsten lives in Beacon, New York. kirsten@cleangreensimple.com

Latest Articles

Creamy vegan mushroom soup in a bowl.

Creamy Vegan Mushroom Soup

Ready in 40 minutes, this creamy vegan mushroom soup recipe is dairy-free. Serve it as an appetizer or side dish, or make it a meal by adding plant-based protein.

Cheesy Vegan Roasted Cauliflower

In just 30 minutes, make this easy “cheesy” vegan roasted cauliflower recipe. The cheesy flavor, which comes from nutritional yeast, makes it perfect for snacking or filling wraps.

Vegan seaweed salad in a bowl.

Vegan Seaweed Salad

If you love Japanese cuisine, you’ll love this simple vegan seaweed salad recipe with sesame and fresh ginger. Enjoy it as a side to sushi, rice bowls, or your favorite teriyaki dish.

Vegan Thai coconut soup in a bowl.

Vegan Thai Coconut Soup

Thanks to its spicy-and-sour flavor profile, this Thai coconut soup will hit the spot. Learn how to make the one-pot recipe with tofu for a vegan version.

Carrot bacon on avocado toast

Easy Carrot Bacon

Crispy and smoky, this carrot bacon recipe will elevate the simplest dish. Serve it on sandwiches, eat it as a snack, or chop it up and add it to stews, soups, or salads.

Fresh baked, chewy vegan chocolate chip cookies.

8 Best Vegan Cookie Recipes Ever

If you’re craving something sweet, there’s nothing quite like a fresh batch of cookies. From chocolate chip to gingersnap, these are the best vegan cookie recipes for parties, holidays, and more.

High Protein Baked Oatmeal

This high-protein baked oatmeal recipe is perfect to make-ahead for an easy vegan breakfast on the go. It’s a cakey, bread-like dish that’s rich in filling fiber and protein.

Berry Salad with Microgreens

For an easy way to use microgreens, make this bright and fresh berry salad. Top it with creamy vegan feta and tangy lemon vinaigrette for a tasty appetizer, side dish, or entrée.