Posts Tagged ‘easy’
Summer Berry Salad with Toasted Almonds & Goat Cheese
Summery and light. This bowl of greens is bright and fun, studded with juicy berries, toasted almonds, and goat cheese and coated in a bright lemon vinaigrette. Richly textured and fresh with a hint of garlic and a lemony kick, it’s a zesty summer flavor party that only requires a handful of ingredients and about…
Read MoreBreakfast Banana Splits
This breakfast may have more nutrients, vitamins & minerals than your multi-vitamin. I would happily devour a banana with almond butter on its own, but the toppings are what make this so irresistible. I went to town on this banana split by adding fresh strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries, as well as ground flax seed, toasted…
Read MoreCookie Dough Bites
If you love raw cookie dough you will FALL IN LOVE with these! This recipe is nothing short of magical. You may actually feel compelled to weep after your first bite, which I fully support. I promise, you won’t even miss the sugar, flour or processed ingredients. Filled with healthy fats & protein, a cookie…
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 MoreLoaded Sweet Potatoes
Easy & satisfying. The filling in these bad boys is simple: chickpeas, tomatoes, feta, parsley and a healthy dose of lemon juice. I dig this veggie filling in everything from salads and burrito bowls to lettuce wraps, but stuffed in a roasted sweet potato, is where it really shines. Scary good (for vegetarians & meat lovers alike). The…
Read MoreBlack Bean Avocado Mango Tacos
These tacos. Let me break it down for you, warm sprouted tortillas are spread with a generous layer of creamy refried beans, hearty black beans, roasted corn, salsa fresca, crispy romaine lettuce, and then topped with a heaping portion of fresh avocado & sweet mango. For a finishing touch plus a gentle jalapeño-induced kick, each…
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 MoreSwiss Chard Wraps
Lately, I’ve been craving burritos… I’m not talking about the large and in charge, can’t wrap your mouth around it cheese, meat, guacamole, sour cream, and salsa exploding all over the place burrito. While fueling on carbs may be necessary to get through winter, it’s almost Spring and I’m ready for the return of fresh,…
Read MoreSweet Potato & Black Bean Quesadillas with Lime Crema
Can any of you relate to that weeknight rush where you neglected to plan dinner properly and have to scramble at the last minute? Over the years, I have slowly built up my roster of easy, last-minute meals that everyone in my family will eat. Now, if you’re thinking that these quesadillas look far too fabulous…
Read MoreClassic Açaí Bowls for breakfast
Friends, there are many food trends out there that are unwarranted. However, when it comes to acai the buzz is 100 percent deserved! Rich in antioxidants, fiber, omega fatty acids and more, acai is a delicious Brazilian superfood that is known for its deep purple color and chocolaty berry undertones. I’ve been really into açaí bowls…
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