Posts Tagged ‘light’
Creamy Broccoli Soup
A good creamy broccoli soup doesn’t really need any cream in it. Trust me, when I say that you can make a thick and creamy soup that everyone will love and still keep it healthy. The base of this soup comes together by sauteing onions, carrots and garlic and then simmering broccoli with veggie broth…
Read MoreSimple Summer Gazpacho
I took my first sip of this chilled soup and was immediately hooked! Crisp veggies, chopped garlic, and a drizzle of oil and fresh lemon juice whiz together in a food processor or blender, and the result is a delicious, cool, no-cook meal perfect for dishing into big bowls or serving as appetizer-sized shooters. It’s…
Read MoreSpring Herb & Lemon Orzo Salad
This orzo salad has flavor and texture for days. I actually can’t believe I haven’t posted any sort of orzo recipes until today, and I apologize for unintentionally withholding one of my favorite staples all these years. If you’re not familiar with orzo, it’s a delightfully versatile, rice-shaped pasta for which I’ve developed a particular soft spot for.…
Read MorePeach & Quinoa Lettuce Wraps
I don’t want to gush over this recipe, but these wraps are amazing. Light, sweet, spicy, and packed with nutrients, they are literally little lettuce-wrapped flavor bombs. They are fancy enough to impress guests as an appetizer or main course at your next dinner party, yet simple enough for a weekday meal. The best part…
Read MoreCreamy White Bean Dip with Rosemary & Almonds
If you like hummus even half as much as I do, you’re definitely going to lose it over this dip. It’s like a buttery smooth hummus, but lighter, and kicked up with the distinctive flavor of fresh rosemary and the nutty crunch of toasted almonds. Although I could just eat the stuff with a spoon…
Read MoreCold Sesame Peanut Zoodles
This, friends, is a ridiculously delicious and insanely nutritious bowl of “pasta.” As you may have noticed, I’m really into my spiralizer right now and I can’t get enough of zucchini noodles. They’re a lighter, low-carb version of traditional pasta, and I love that they play well with just about any sauce. In this case,…
Read MoreMixed Greens, Strawberries & Goat Cheese with Fig Balsamic Vinaigrette
This lively salad captures the essence of early summer. It’s an incredibly gorgeous appetizer for casual entertaining, an excellent addition to summer bbq spreads, and a killer centerpiece for a weekend brunch. Honestly, you can’t really go wrong with this. Total showstopper. The fig balsamic vinaigrette rocked my taste buds and changed my mind about…
Read MoreMoroccan Chickpea Carrot Salad with Pistachios
There are a few reasons I love adore this carrot salad. First, it’s absolutely delicious. The tart lime dressing, spiced by cumin & turmeric, takes a plain carrot salad and turns it into a dish worth getting excited about. The dates are sweet, the pistachios are salty. The whole package is an amazing combination. Forget…
Read MoreBuffalo Cauliflower Potato Chowder
CHOWDER. I love chowder, and this one is absolutely amazing. Comforting, creamy, spicy and healthy? Sounds too good to be true. Well, it’s not! Whether you are lactose intolerant, or just trying to avoid dairy for health reasons, you’ve found the holy grail of creaminess: cashews. Thick, rich, and full of flavor! When you blend…
Read MoreArugula with Avocado, Pomegranate, Almonds and Caramelized Acorn Squash
This salad is a total looker, friends. I’ve been on a pomegranate kick lately, and they’re particularly magical when tossed with creamy avocado, peppery arugula, toasted almonds and spicy red onions. Squash provides some necessary heft, and it’s all tied together with a delightful dressing. Hallelujah. All the fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins in this powerhouse medley…
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