Posts Tagged ‘quick’
Cajun Jambalaya
Fat Tuesday is right around the corner, friends! Today, I bring you this easy jambalaya recipe which is hearty and bursting with Creole flavors. Kidney beans, fire roasted tomatoes and a mix of bell peppers, celery, onions and spices combine to create an incredibly satisfying skillet that’s sweet and spicy with a hint of smokiness.…
Read MoreCozy Chickpea Zoodle Soup
Hello and welcome to winter. Need a bowl of soup? Pull up a chair. I’ve got the perfect soup to whip up when you need something healthy and satisfying on the table fast. It’s so good and earned itself a spot on next week’s meal plan. Probably the week after. And the one after that……
Read MorePan-Fried White Beans with Walnuts & Kale
Crispy white beans are like a big hug for your taste buds. Friends, this insanely delicious recipe is packed with outstanding health benefits. Between the walnuts, kale and beans, it’s extremely high in fiber, antioxidants, and essential vitamins and minerals. Better still, this one-skillet wonder is made with mostly pantry ingredients, requires about 15 minutes…
Read MoreSmoky Butternut & Black Bean Tacos with Kale & Cabbage Slaw
I’m obsessed with tacos. Who’s with me? I love all tacos but these are particularly amazing on both the flavor and texture fronts. Butternut squash gets tossed with a drizzle of olive oil and a dash of smoked paprika before being roasted, slightly caramelized and piled high on corn tortillas. Finish off with tender kale,…
Read MoreStrawberry Avocado Salad with Lemon-Dijon Dressing
I thought I’d whip up my favorite seasonal salad today. So, without further ado, I give you this gorgeous meal that starts with a big nest of tender local arugula, which is a green I adore. It’s distinct peppery flavor balances the sweetness of the strawberries perfectly. Then creamy avocado gets added into the mix,…
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 MoreAvocado Feta Dip
This recipe is summer magic. It’s been so hot and humid in Maine (no complaints here) which has caused me to gravitate toward dishes of the no-cook variety. In the event you happen to be in the same sweaty boat, I’ve got an amazing recipe for you today that requires no cooking. It’s incredibly light…
Read MoreSummer Panzanella
Move over Caprese salad. In case you’re not familiar with its wonders, panzanella is a Tuscan bread salad that’s usually made with chunks of dried bread tossed with ripe tomatoes, olive oil and vinegar. The bread gets saturated, but still retains a little crunch, with the juice from the tomatoes and the dressing, and the…
Read MoreCurried Chickpea Salad
This powerhouse salad is unbelievably fresh. It’s got a bright, curry thing going on with a touch of heat and gorgeous pops of crunch and sweetness, and the insane layers of flavor and texture will amaze you. If the thought of having a salad for dinner brings up fears that you may starve, please feel free…
Read MoreCoconut Blondie Bars
A perfect on-the-go breakfast or snack. I’ve mentioned that baking is definitely not my strong suit and based on my recipe archives, it’s pretty clear that I don’t do much of it. Which is why recently, my daughter dramatically professed how scarred she is by the lack of baked goods in our house and continued…
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