Who else loves a good, cool, crunchy side dish? It’s pretty much the perfect addition to any type of grilled meat which also makes it perfect to take to a gathering with friends. This recipe has healthy fats (walnuts, almond butter, avocado oil) which will help you feel full along with some fruits and veggies …
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Garlicky Cauliflower Squash Bowls
If you could add all the tastiest things ever into one bowl, it might be this recipe. Just sayin’. With plenty of greens and other veggies like cauliflower and zucchini, topped with nuts, seeds and avocado you’ve got an awesomely balanced meal (that’s also super easy to add a protein to the top – grilled …
Coconut Slaw
March is in full swing and two of the foods in season are radishes and cabbage. I thought it would be fun to share a tasty, eye-catching (because food is more fun when it’s pretty) and different type of cabbage recipe. It’s a slaw, which I feel like you commonly see cabbage in that form, …
Thai Chicken Salad
Sometimes life gets busy, schedules get filled and eating healthy gets hard(er). That’s where planning ahead works in your favor. Personally, I love warm lunches. Regardless of the season I like them. This gets extra challenging if you’re on the run, in the car or anywhere else where you don’t have access to warm up …
Roasted Beet, Spinach and Goat Cheese Salad
Not only is this recipe a total fall treat on the eyes (those gorgeous golden beets!!) it’s packed with great nutrients. Scared to try beets? Don’t be! They’re full of tons of good for you stuff! Some of which include fiber, Vitamin C and potassium – which is super important to nerve and muscle health. …
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Kale Salad with Pesto
Searching for a recipe that’s full of fiber, protein and lots of good-for-you greens? This Kale Salad with Pesto is guaranteed to be a tasty hit in your belly and is loaded with great nutrients that your body will love too. Isn’t it gorgeous too? A quick toss of chickpeas and veggies into the oven …
Fresh Fig Salad with Parmesan Chips
I had my first taste of figs recently and have been hunting since for a fast and easy way to eat them again – and I found it! This tasty salad doesn’t even need a dressing – which makes it even faster and easier to whip up after a long day of travel or work …
Kale Quinoa Salad with Creamy Ginger Dressing
This salad is not only a feast for the eyes but it makes a filling main or side dish! It’s nut-free, gluten-free and vegan so it’s a great choice for a pot luck for dinner party where you don’t know the crowd (or if you do and know there’s some dietary restrictions). Full of protein, …
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Grilled Veggie and Chicken Salad
The best way to get a ton of veggies in? Just pile them onto a salad. No main and side dishes needed here! Double bonus? They recipe is easily adapted to become vegetarian or vegan friendly – omit what you need to and you could even substitute a big spoonful of hummus in place of …
Patriotic Foods
Next week is America’s birthday and what’s more fun that eating with a theme? We’ve got you covered with some fun red, white and blue foods that will also keep you fueled so you can stay up late to watch the fireworks and enjoy the fun with family and friends! Sadly there aren’t many blue foods …
Maple Balsamic Glazed Scallops
With only 6 ingredients, this scallop dish makes for a quick, easy and tasty date night meal – or just a mid-week treat on a night you don’t want to slave in the kitchen for hours. These are great paired with a salad – double score for not having to prep any crazy sides, right? …
Roasted Vegetable Bowl
Packed with roasted veggies, leafy greens and some healthy fats, you really can’t go wrong with this bowl of goodness. Pairing some of our favorites (hello, avocado and almonds! We’re talking to you!) with some stuff that isn’t a common ingredient (our apologies, beets!) this vegetarian dish makes a great main dish or side to …
Moroccan Chickpea Quinoa Power Salad
Perfect as a main dish or a side, this crunch and flavorful salad is simple yet full of protein that will keep you full – and it’s perfect to serve when that vegan friend comes over! Golden raisins and chopped dates addsome sweetness and a combo of carrots, pistachios and chickpeas bring a delightful crunch …
St. Patrick’s Day – Healthy Rainbow Meals Inspiration
Looking for a healthy, fun way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with meals full of rainbow eye-candy goodness? Here’s 2 healthy recipes to fuel you through your holiday – lucky you! Happy eating! Southwest Quinoa Salad (final product featured above) INGREDIENTS 1 c. uncooked quinoa (3 cups cooked) 1 c. chopped tomatoes 1 c. chopped …
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Thai Black Rice Quinoa Salad
This salad is full of colorful ingredients including mint, red pepper and mango and tossed with a unique homemade dressing resulting in a dish packed with protein from quinoa and topped with almonds. Year round this makes a perfect side dish or a main vegetarian dish. And if you’re gluten free? This will hit the mark too! …
California Steak Salad
This California Steak Salad is a perfect, quick and easy addition to your weekly meal plan. It doesn’t take a lot of prep time or cook time – making it a good week night meal when you’re pressed for time. The simple homemade chimichurri dressing is packed with flavor yet only takes minutes to whip …
Winter Kale Salad
Winter brings less daylight hours, less sunshine and colder weather. What better way to brighten your day (and diet!) than with a fabulous winter salad packed full of nutrients? With sunny squash and bright pomegranate seeds tossed on top, this salad is sure to bring some color and flavor to a drab winter day! …
Chicken and Avocado Caesar Salad
This salad an all time favorite! The addition of hard boiled eggs and avocado make it creamy and delicious. And if your feeling adventurous you can even make homemade croutons! Ingredients: ½ ciabatta loaf or any bread can be used (for making homemade croutons) 2 whole Chicken Breast fillets (1lbs), skinless and boneless, …
Tomato Avocado Salad
Now that summer is quickly approaching us here is a delicious salad to pair with your summer grilling. Pick up some fresh veggies at your local market and enjoy the summer season! Ingredients: 1lb Roma Tomatoes 1 cucumber 1/2 red onion, diced 2 avocados, diced 2 Tbsp olive oil Juice of 1 medium …
Taco Salad
All the flavors of a taco in a healthy salad with a refreshing dressing! This is such a quick meal you can put together last minute, and if you want it even faster just buy the dressing! Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 ounces Mexican chorizo, casing removed 5 cups chopped romaine lettuce 1/2 …
