Posts Tagged ‘clean eating’
Creamy Chickpea Chowder
I panic at the thought of soup season coming to a close. Before it officially ends, I strongly encourage you to try this one. I mean, who doesn’t love a big steamy bowl of creamy, salty, sweet, chunky chowder? To be honest, I don’t even care what temperature it might be outside, I could eat…
Read MoreA Winter Detox Smoothie
This smoothie is simultaneously cleansing & hydrating. I love to drink smoothies year round, but if you tend to think of them as a warm weather beverage, this winter number is about to change your mind. Sweet, refreshing and satisfying, drinking this breakfast delight is like a vacation for your taste buds. Banana and blueberries are…
Read MoreInside Out Almond Joy Bites
Happy Valentine’s Day! Today, I thought it was appropriate to share this super simple sweet that has become a tradition in my house. All you need for these almond joy bites are four common ingredients and a saucepan and boom — you’re instantly a candy-making genius. Because sometimes you feel like a nut. Simply melt…
Read MoreTex-Mex Potato Skins
Who doesn’t love a great potato skin? So crispy and satisfying, and I’m an absolute sucker for this fresh and clean filling that’s loaded with black beans, juicy tomatoes, cilantro, green onions all spiked with lime juice, cumin, and chili powder, (which gives it a subtle kick). Truth be told, I often make this protein-packed…
Read MoreSesame Chickpea Chopped Salad
It’s official. I am crazy for cabbage. I don’t know about you, but I love to juice it, mix it into my rice, toss it in curries and soups and I especially love cabbage in a salad. Since I’m always looking for new things to do with cabbage, I was absolutely thrilled to whip-up this…
Read MoreKale, Clementine & Feta Salad
This salad is the holiday hero we need. Eggnog and cookies may get all the glory, but even the most indulgent holiday feast requires balance. Enter salad: the bright side dish you didn’t know you needed until that first refreshing bite. With its stunning good looks and bright tangy taste, it’s easy to see why…
Read MoreCreamy White Bean & Cauliflower Soup with Spinach
It’s officially the holiday season, friends! This time of year, I find that it’s easy to get wrapped up in holiday parties and festive events which can make prepping for weeknight meals fall by the wayside. Dinners can often end up being forgotten or just very sad. Which is why today, I share with you…
Read MoreFettuccini with Kale, Caramelized Onions & Goat Cheese
The perfect meal for stress-free entertaining. Everyone knows that pasta and goat cheese are a fabulous duo and they certainly don’t disappoint in this recipe which by the way, requires only a few other ingredients. If you didn’t already know, it’s kale season and in this recipe, Tuscan kale adds beautiful color and texture. Caramelized…
Read MoreLemon Garlic Roasted Brussels Sprouts
I could eat this whole pan. So what’s my secret to making these Brussels sprouts so good? There are three. First, these babies are roasted. Roasted veggies are the best kind, right? Second, the Lemon Garlic Honey Dijon sauce. Once the sauce-coated Brussels hit the hot oven, magic happens. And third, the balsamic glaze. And…
Read MoreSimple Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
A no-fuss make-ahead Thanksgiving appetizer. I’m so pleased to report that I have been crushing it this past weekend trying new recipes for our Thanksgiving spread. Don’t worry, I plan to share all of them with you as we count down the days. Today, I want to talk with you about the importance of a…
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