Many of the most epic sauces, soups, and spreads owe their depth of flavor to one thing – roasted garlic cloves! Dried garlic powder is great in a pinch, but nothing compares to the taste of oven-roasted garlic. There’s just no substitute for that caramelized and complex flavor. So today I’m sharing my favorite method…
Protein Orange Creamsicle Smoothie
It’s citrus season, my friends! And I’m celebrating with this (protein-powder free) Protein Orange Creamsicle Smoothie. My favorite retro ice cream treat is getting a full-on healthy makeover, cause who doesn’t want to eat dessert every day? I don’t know about you but my hands-down favorite popsicle as a kid was an orange creamsicle. The…
Spicy Green Pesto
Ah HAH. The moment has arrived. Guys, it is finally HERE. The SPICY GREEN PESTO recipe of my dreams. Coming straight from my kitchen to your inbox, or computer, or smart-phone, or fancy-tablet. Whatever it is, however you got here, I’m just SO glad you’re here because (and I do mean this sincerely) you need this…
Creamy Vegetable Soup
Creamy Vegetable Soup is on the menu today! Velvety, thick, heart-and-soul-warming SOUP. Zucchini, broccoli stalks, carrots, corn, tomatoes, and corn simmered in a delicious, herby broth. Soup weather is in full effect, guys. And I’m making the most of it. We’ve got rain, fog, wind, cloudy skies, and even some snow over yonder in the…
Healthy Fried Rice
Healthy Fried Rice! My ultimate comfort food. The take-OUT food I can make even when I want to (or more likely need to) stay IN. Today’s recipe is a soul-soothing, totally satisfying one-pan dish that you can make in less than 30 minutes. Add your protein of choice (chicken, shrimp, tofu, eggs, crushed peanuts, etc)…
Mediterranean Salad Bowls
Mediterranean Salad Bowls! Leftover grilled Yogurt Marinated Greek Chicken piled high into bowls of crisp romaine, crunchy cucumber, fresh tomatoes, Kalamata olives, feta cheese crumbles, and my favorite salad topper of them all – homemade pickled red cabbage. All manner of textural and flavor contrasts. A little bit of sweet, salty, tangy, crisp, brightness in every…
Yogurt Marinated Greek Chicken
Yogurt Marinated Greek Chicken! This lightning-quick Mediterranean style marinade comes together lickety-split. Just stir together some dried herbs & spices plucked straight off the shelf and combine with olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, red wine vinegar & tangy Greek Yogurt. Pour over the top of some chicken in a large plastic bag, seal it…
Lasagna Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Lasagna Stuffed Zucchini Boats! Summer squash loaded up with ALL the good stuff. Mozzarella AND Parmesan cheese, tomato basil sauce, wilted spinach, and ground turkey flavored to taste just like crumbled Italian pork sausage. Low-fat, protein-packed, and carb-conscious // but tastes like you’re digging your fork into a meaty, cheesy layer of freshly baked lasagna….
Strawberry Pepita Salad + Maple Vinaigrette
Strawberry Pepita Salad with my favorite homemade Maple Vinaigrette drizzled over the top! Light + sweet + bright + fruity. There’s so much to love about this big bowl of leafy baby spinach and crunchy broccoli slaw. This recipe is loaded with creamy goat cheese crumbles, crispy salted pepitas, fresh sliced summer berries, and sweet…
10 Minute Breakfast Sandwich
Behold, the 10 Minute Breakfast Sandwich! Fluffy egg whites, melted cheese, lean Canadian bacon, arugula, and a dash of hot sauce. All nestled between a freshly toasted English muffin. The fastest food you can shove in your mouth in the morning without having to actually resort to fast-food. A bonafide breakfast meal that is high on…
Chocolate Banana Milkshake
Yes, this is happening. It is time for a Chocolate Banana MILKSHAKE. Super thick, uber creamy, and most important of all…downright CHOCOLATELY. Today’s recipe tastes like a ”treat yo’ self” kind of milkshake but is actually a good-for-you smoothie // meets protein-shake in disguise. Think classic diner milkshake. Without the refined sugar, mystery ingredient syrups, or hidden…
Blueberry Avocado Spinach Smoothie
Blueberry Avocado Spinach Smoothie. My go-to for crushing those cravings for thick & creamy milkshakes or blended sugary slushies. This is like sippable blueberry pie in the form of a refreshing fruity smoothie. It’s perfect as a: deliciously portable + drinkable breakfast sweet mid-afternoon pick me up snack quick + protein-packed way to get some good…