Cozy 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……

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Wilted Spinach Salad with Chili-Dusted Butternut Squash

One week until Thanksgiving, friends. Let’s get down to business. Today, I would like to address the most important part of the Thanksgiving feast – let’s here it for the sides! I know salad isn’t the most traditional of sides, but sometimes you need more greens on the table, no? I’ve been making versions of…

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Pan-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…

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Glowing Autumn Lentil Kale Salad

I’m loving this festive fall salad for so many reasons. First, it’s packed with an array of amazing textures and flavors. I’m partial to an abundant head of kale for it’s health benefits and because it also provides the perfect earthy base for crispy apples, sweet and tangy cranberries, crunchy pumpkin seeds, protein-packed lentils and…

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Smoky 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,…

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Spiced Red Lentil & Root Vegetable Soup

I love this time of year. Come September, I’m completely over sweating and Pinot Grigio, and while I don’t do pumpkin spice lattes, I love the cooler evenings, apple picking and the fact that my kids are back in school. Perhaps the best thing about fall though is that it’s a great time to reset…

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Strawberry 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,…

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Peach & 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…

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Avocado 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…

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Curried 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…

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