Posts Tagged ‘easy’
Cilantro Lime Rice with Smokey Black Beans & Avocado Crema
I think you’re going to go nuts over this ridiculously nutritious bowl. First, there’s the fluffy cilantro lime rice with all its glorious qualities. Next, we’ve got fiber packed black beans, simmered with just the right amount of smoked paprika and chipotle. Then comes the creamy, delicious lime studded avocado crema which is the key…
Read MoreBlack Bean, Corn, Sweet Potato Stuffed Bell Peppers
Salsa + chips + guacamole complete me. I have an obsession with Southwestern food and flavors. I love the flavor profiles of these foods so much that nearly every dish I create uses cumin, jalapenos, cilantro, and involves a hefty amount of avocado. Definitely no apologies there. With minimal effort, you can be pulling piping hot…
Read MoreBasil Zucchini Summer Soup
This creamy zucchini soup is a wonderful way to prepare summer’s most bountiful squash, zucchini! Smooth and creamy this zucchini soup packed with basil, is a light summer soup that is delicious warm or chilled. I love it as a quick lunch, but it’s equally great for dinner alongside a big salad or a simple…
Read MoreSummer 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…
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