Most of you know that I love anything that resembles a taco. So it wasn’t surprising when for dinner last night I decided to throw together nachos with leftover pulled pork from Super Bowl weekend. (If you are new, welcome and you may want to check out this taco blog for dinner inspiration.) Nachos are …
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Broccoli Apple Slaw
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 …
Stuffed Pepper Nachos
Sometimes you just need a nice, simple recipe that will hit the hankering you’ve got, right? These stuffed pepper nachos cover the Mexican craving, the finger food craving and they’re so fast (and customizable) that they’re work well for a quick get together with friends. Depending on what you fill and top them with – …
Mini Frittata Egg Bites
Have you seen those egg bites at Starbucks that are all the rage right now? They’re delicious but take a special machine to make and while that’s an option for some, I know I don’t need another appliance stuffed into my pantry between my bread machine and crock pots. This recipe makes 48 egg bites …
Basic Chia Seed Pudding
I run across chia seed pudding recipes often and they’re mainly listed as breakfast foods – probably because they need some forethought and planning (similar to overnight oats). In my house, I don’t do so awesome with that forethought and planning piece very often, so they’re frequently a snack or a dessert that I can …
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 …
Fried Green Plantains with Mango Avocado Salsa
In the mood for chips and salsa but wanting a healthier version? Get your dip fix with these fried green plantains and mango avocado salsa! This salsa combo also tastes amazing on steak, fish, chicken – really any protein you can easily grill up or even thrown on top of a salad. Avocado brings some …
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Medjool Date Turmeric Latte
If you’ve never heard about it, or researched it, turmeric has numerous health benefits and often times, you’ll see it in things like “golden milk”. Here is a warm latte that’s packed with heathy ingredients that come along with bonus benefits like boosting brain function, anti-inflammatory benefits, lowered risk of heart disease and it’s also …
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, …
Vegan Blueberry Cheesecake Bars
We all know it’s about balance and moderation, right? Well here’s a healthy treat you can feel good about when you do decide to indulge yourself a little bit. Dairy free and gluten free also makes it a crowd pleaser for a holiday (Easter is coming up quick!) or to take to a party. Creamy …
Avocado Pistachio Pesto Zoodles
When I stumbled across this recipe, I knew I had to add it to the OSi blog. Not only is it beautiful but it incorporates some of my very favorite foods. Plus, you can EASILY add any lean protein if you want to fit your tastes and voila – awesomeness in a bowl, right? I …
Plantain Chips
Are you good about meal planning but consistently find yourself without healthy snacks and hungry between meals? Try out this recipe, which has a small ingredient list and comes together quickly, and will keep you prepared for something quick at hand but healthy too! INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoon …
Homemade Peanut Butter Granola
Granola lands on my shopping list almost weekly. Between two adults and two kids in my house that all like some crunch in the morning, it’s an easy food to grab a few boxes of at the store and toss them into the pantry. However, granola is deceptively easy to make and when you make …
Egg Roll in a Bowl
This dish has been a favorite in my house for roughly 2 years. It was also recently brought to our last ThanksLiving Challenge Potluck Celebration and got rave reviews so we thought it was time to stop holding out and introduce you to the magic. Packed full of cabbage, carrots, onions and garlic, you’ll be …
One-Pot Veggie Thai Red Curry
I’ve been on the hunt for new ways to push myself out of my comfort zone so this recipe automatically lands on my meal plans for the week. Loaded with familiar veggies like carrots, broccoli and cauliflower you’ll be getting a ton of nutrients like Vitamin K, Vitamin C and Vitamin C and so many …
Korean Barbecue Tofu Bowls with Stir-Fried Veggies and Quinoa
Sometimes I’m feeling adventurous and up for a change – and what better way to toss a fun curveball into your comfort zone than trying a new recipe? And this one is gorgeous and full of veggies which is just what these dreary, cold days call for. You can easily substitute in different veggies for …
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Pumpkin Hummus
It’s fall, y’all! And what’s a more fall food than pumpkin?! We’ve got a Pumpkin Hummus recipe this week that’s full of protein and packed full of flavor. Perfect as an appetizer, snack or even as a side dish to your favorite grilled meat or salads this recipe is sure to please you on a …
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 …
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! …
Roasted Sweet Potatoes Stuffed with Quinoa and Spinach
It’s no secret that we love sweet potatoes (sometimes we even have boxes for sale in the gym from a local farm!) so you definitely can’t go wrong with baking and stuffing them with other tasty ingredients! Not only is this dish is pretty to look at and packed with protein and fiber but …
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