Posts Tagged ‘quick’
Lemon Basil Pasta Salad!
Pasta salads and summer just go together in my book. But then add some fresh basil, a squeeze of lemon and a healthy dose of Parmesan cheese and you have a meal that is quick enough for a weeknight dinner, but tastes special enough to share with friends at picnics and barbecues! Even better? It’s ready in…
Read MoreTurkish Red Lentil Soup (Mercimek Çorbası)
Turkish red lentil soup, is a new favorite of mine — it’s velvety and creamy, despite containing absolutely no cream! What I love most about this nutrient-packed recipe (plant-based protein, and fiber, and antioxidants, oh my!) is that it’s wonderfully low-maintenance. Red lentils are light, quick and versatile. No waiting for the beans to soak…
Read More3 Recipes with Fresh Blueberries!
When we are right in the middle of blueberry season, it’s time to make all the blueberry recipes. Whether you are picking fresh blueberries at the local farms, grabbing a carton from the farmer’s market, or even substituting with a bag of frozen blueberries, I have rounded up 3 of my favorite recipes for when…
Read More3 Delicious St. Patricks Day Recipes!
Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! Everyone’s Irish today, right?! Even if you don’t have a drop of Irish in your blood, this holiday is always a fun one to celebrate just because. One of the best things about any holiday is, of course, the food. Because, what would a celebration be without the “eat, drink and…
Read MoreEasy Healthy Fried Rice!
This healthy fried rice recipe is always on rotation in my household! It’s a no-fuss meal, that you can easily modify with whatever vegetables you have on hand. Just chop up some veggies, throw them in a pan with some garlic, ginger, cooked rice, soy sauce, and a couple of scrambled eggs, and you have yourself a…
Read MoreThe Best Minestrone Soup!
There may be nothing more comforting than a big pot of minestrone soup. The cooking process itself is quite meditative, and it leaves you with a richly flavored and delightfully nutritious meal. Why I love this recipe… There are many versions of minestrone and this best-in-class minestrone soup is: Deeply flavored, thanks to layers of…
Read More3 Healthy Holiday Treats!
Let’s be honest… “treats” are probably not going to be ultra healthy, unless you’re talking fruit or nuts. I don’t know about you, but a handful of raw almonds and a sliced pear does not invoke fond memories of the holiday season. That being said, here’s a quick list of 3 healthy holiday treats that…
Read MoreZucchini “Crab” Cakes
I’m so in love with these zucchini crab cakes. I could not stop eating these after I finished making them. I will definitely be making these often and I highly recommend you do as well. Would you believe me if I told you that these really taste like crab cakes, even if made with no…
Read MoreEasy Asian Slaw With Toasted Sesame Dressing
All I have to say is that this salad more than delivered. It’s packed with flavor and texture, super satisfying, and the dressing… Oh my, the dressing! It’s garlicky-ginger perfection, and I shall be using it on just about everything in the future. On top of its deliciousness and health benefits, I love this Easy…
Read MoreSimple Mexican Street Corn & Avocado Salad
In my attempt to celebrate the season, I went a little nuts with my corn purchase this week. So I decided to get super festive with my bounty. Inspired by a recent recipe in Bon Appétit, I shucked the corn, pulled out the cast iron pan, and 20 minutes later, I was taking a victory…
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