This green bean salad is packed with flavor from quinoa, chickpeas, feta and lemon. It’s healthy and full of nutrients like fiber and plant based protein. This salad makes me want summer real bad. The ingredients are pretty simple and easy to find. The produce section is pretty well stocked at my grocery store but…
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Crispy Cauliflower Bites with Hoisin Yum Yum Sauce
These crispy cauliflower bites with a yum yum sauce are sure to be a hit for your next appetizer or game day food! The cauliflower is baked to perfection and the hoisin yum yum sauce is so creamy and dreamy you will want more! Cauliflower has been incredibly trendy for the past couple years. It’s…
Healthy Mac and Cheese
This healthy Mac and cheese has a twist on a classic comfort food. It’s packed with iron, fiber and protein. Bonus that it can be made all in the same bowl! So I recently took a poll on my instagram asking you guys if you wanted a real simple or a healthy Mac and cheese….
Salmon Orzo Salad
This salmon orzo salad is affordable,tasty, minimal ingredients and way healthier than anything you will get over the deli counter! This post has been updated and republished. You are winning on all accounts here. Have you guys checked out my post of Avocado Summer Lasagna? It’s basically all the flavors of summer combined in lasagna form….
The Easiest Mashed Sweet Potatoes
These instant pot mashed sweet potatoes are made in the instant pot and are a fool-proof recipe for a go-to holiday side dish. Customize the ingredients to be dairy free, gluten free or vegan! All right, I know I have been flooding your inbox with Thanksgiving recipes these past couple weeks, but know that the…
Stuffed Acorn Squash with Mushrooms
This stuffed acorn squash with mushrooms recipe is the perfect side for your next holiday party. They are filled with savory flavors like mushrooms and wild rice. Another holiday recipe coming at you today with this stuffed acorn squash recipe. Acorn squash is a season favorite around our house this time of year. It’s hearty…
5 Ingredient Brussel Sprout Recipe
This 5 ingredient brussel sprout recipe is the only brussel sprout recipe you need for the holidays. The brussel sprouts are roasted in the oven until nice and crispy tossed with 4 other ingredients! I was in the airport on Halloween and I happened to notice a women next to me on Pinterest. Naturally, I…
Chickpea Salad with Pistachios and Mint
This chickpea salad with pistachios and mint is a great vegetarian dish that’s full of protein and fiber for digestive support. It can be eaten in a sandwich, on crackers, in a lettuce wrap or out of the bowl. Don’t ask me why two of my recent recipes have had mint in them. I actually…
15-minute Watermelon Feta Salad with Shrimp & Balsamic
This watermelon feta salad is bursting with flavor from the mint, feta and balsamic reduction. The shrimp makes the salad a filling, refreshing summer meal great for entertaining guests! Watermelon has got to be one of my favorite summertime foods. It’s right up there with all the fresh berries of summer. I know I’m going…
Asian Pasta Salad with Ginger Turmeric Dressing
This Asian Pasta Salad is tossed in a ginger almond turmeric dressing and goes great with some crispy tofu or grilled shrimp for a meatless meal. Pasta salad season is here! I think we are all grateful here in the north, to jump into warmer weather. I love pasta salads because what’s easier than tossing…
Simple Pesto Stuffed Mushrooms
Simple pesto stuffed mushrooms – a quick and easy holiday appetizer that can be ready in under 30 minutes. If you like Italian flavors, these pesto stuffed mushrooms are the perfect party dish! Holiday season is in full swing! I’ve been busying making these dark chocolate peppermint truffles and testing out a gingerbread granola recipe. If…
Baked Polenta and Mushroom Casserole (Gluten Free)
This casserole is a tasty holiday side dish that is gluten free and has the option to be vegan. The combination of polenta, mushrooms and thyme creates a harmonious blend of flavors that lends a new definition to comfort food. I made this recipe on a whim. Most of my recipes I cook for the blog…
Everything Bagel Cauliflower Casserole
Everything bagel Cauliflower Casserole- a healthier Thanksgiving dish that is cheesy, salty and garlicky all in one bite. Low carbohydrate, vegetarian and high in fiber. Now, I know that it is still October but Friendsgivings and Thanksgiving are right around the corner. I made a version of this dish for last Thanksgiving and it was…
Greek Orzo Salad
This Greek Orzo Salad is full of fresh, bright ingredients with Middle Eastern spices. A great vegetarian option for meal prep or potluck. This past month has been a bit of whirlwind. I can’t believe it’s already mid to late September. In the past month I’ve had 2 bachelorette parties, one in Savannah and the…
15 Healthier Tailgating Recipes
Football season is upon us! The crisp fall air, taste of beer and the smell of charcoal fills tailgate parties everywhere. Who else is pumped for this?! We, along with many friends of ours, have been season ticket holders for Michigan State football since we graduated from college almost eight years ago now (gasp!). For…