Celebrate apple season with this delicious Sheet Pan Apple Cider Glazed Salmon. It’s easy to prepare and the salmon tastes great slathered with apple cider sauce. {gluten free} Another sheet pan dinner to the rescue! Seriously most days I have NO idea what I am having for dinner even though I run this here food…
Spring
Instant Pot Sesame Chicken
Instant Pot Sesame Chicken is a quick and easy weeknight meal made in the Instant Pot or slow cooker. Your family will love this delicious sauce! {gluten free} We all have a handful of recipes we keep in the weekly rotation right? I do and this Instant Pot Sesame Chicken has become one of them!…
Four Ways to Make Cauliflower Smoothies
Try the newest ingredient in your morning smoothies to pack them with extra nutrients – Cauliflower. Here are Four Ways to Make Cauliflower Smoothies that are delicious! {gluten free} Yes, I know how it sounds…Cauliflower in a smoothie? Gross, right? NOT. You will never be able to taste it so why not add some extra…
Paleo Brownies with Almond Butter Icing
Do you crave chocolate in the late afternoon? Try these Paleo Brownies with Almond Butter Icing. They are rich, dense and packed with chocolate to help you get through the afternoon slump. (paleo, gluten-free) Are you a chocolate lover? In other words, do you find it impossible to walk by the pantry without reaching in…
Steak Tacos with Cucumber and Corn Salsa
Steak Tacos with Cucumber and Corn Salsa are the perfect summer dinner. Spicy skirt steak topped with the freshest cucumber and grilled corn salsa. (gluten free) This post is sponsored by Beaujolais Wines but all opinions are my own. One of the best things about summer is GRILLING. No need to get the kitchen all…
Black Lentil Salad with Corn
This simple Black Lentil Salad with Corn is packed with protein to keep you full of energy all afternoon. The only dressing you need is a drizzle of olive oil and a squeeze of lemon. (gluten free) I have two important questions for you… do you eat lentils and if so have you ever cooked…
Greek Zucchini Noodle Salad
Embrace zucchini season with this healthy Greek Zucchini Noodle Salad. It’s fresh and full of flavor with a light Greek dressing. (low carb, gluten free) Hope you guys are having the best summer. It’s hard to believe all the back to school commercials are out and I just spent 2 hours stumbling around Office Depot…
Meal Prep Grilled Chicken Grain Bowls
Meal Prep Grilled Chicken Grain Bowls are a healthy and nutritious plan ahead meal for summer. Loaded with grilled vegetables and honey garlic marinated chicken, you will look forward to eating these all week. {gluten free} This post has been sponsored by Rubbermaid BRILLIANCE™. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Have you tried meal…
Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Popsicles
Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Popsicles are the tastiest summer treat on a stick. Hard to believe they have no dairy and are made with coconut cream, bananas, and peanut butter. You can feel good about feeding these treats to your kids! (dairy free, gluten free, vegan) I am obsessed with summer on a stick! I mean…
Tuna Salad Collard Wraps
The perfect summer wrap! This Tuna Salad Collard Wrap is super healthy, light and refreshing. It’s perfect for meal prep and stays fresh in the fridge for a few days. {gluten free} Have you eaten a collard wrap yet? I have to admit I was skeptical at first but when I saw these gorgeous collard greens…
Healthy Chopped Salad
Meal prep! This Healthy Chopped Salad will make you look forward to a healthy lunch. It’s full of carrots, cabbage, tomatoes and avocado with a little bit of feta. It stays fresh in the fridge so it’s great for meal prep. {gluten free} How’s your meal prepping going this summer? I have good weeks and…
Marinated Tomato Basil Salad
This Marinated Tomato Salad is full of fresh flavor and can be used in so many ways as a side dish or a topping for chicken, beef or fish. Trust me, you’ll be eating this all summer long. (gluten free, vegan, dairy free, paleo, whole 30} If you are anything like me you have been…
Strawberry Popsicles with Chocolate Drizzle
Summer on a stick! These Strawberry Popsicles with Chocolate Drizzle are a huge hit when the weather gets hot. They are made with fresh strawberries, maple syrup, and coconut milk. {gluten free, vegan, dairy free} It’s not summer without popsicles! So, why not make your own at home? It’s so simple and so much better…
Kale and Strawberry Salad
This Kale and Strawberry Salad is the perfect early summer salad for healthy eating! It is full of powerhouse ingredients that you can feel good about eating every day of the week. The lemony vinaigrette softens the kale and topping it with fresh, sweet strawberries and salty feta really takes it over the top. {gluten free}…
Watermelon Feta and Cucumber Salad
This Watermelon Feta and Cucumber Salad is the perfect way to celebrate a warm and sunny summer day, especially when you pair it with a light glass of wine. This healthy salad is full of watermelon, cucumber, feta, avocados, and mint. {gluten free} This post is sponsored by Cavit Wines but as always all opinions are…
Blackberry Cobbler Smoothie
It’s hard to believe this Blackberry Cobbler Smoothie is good for you. It’s antioxidant rich with blackberries and fiber-full with oats. Dessert for breakfast? Yes! {gluten free} Have you tween parents heard of Musical.ly yet? If not, you will soon. Why didn’t I invent this app? It’s taking the kid world by storm and mine are…
Oven Roasted Corn
Oven Roasted Corn is the only way I make corn now. It’s easy to prepare a lot at one time in the oven and roasting it imparts so much flavor. {gluten free} When was the last time you guys shopped for a mattress? Trust me, it’s a real pain. They all look the same and…
Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl
Get healthy this Spring by starting your day with a beautiful Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl. Top it with kiwi berries, cocoa nibs, coconut flakes and fresh mint. It’s a healthy, gluten-free bowl of Spring goodness! {gluten free, dairy free, vegan, paleo, whole 30} Are you guys tired of smoothie bowls yet? How could you be…
Indian Cauliflower Rice
Whether you are watching your carbs or just like cauliflower, you will love this Indian Cauliflower Rice. It’s full of smoky spices, carrots, onion, peas, and chickpeas. {gluten free} Have you had cauliflower rice yet? If not, it’s time you did! Cauliflower rice has gone from being a thing to being a THING. I can’t…
Fish Taco Grain Bowl
Take your favorite fish taco recipe and put it into a bowl. This Fish Taco Grain Bowl is layered with quinoa, flaky white fish, red cabbage, avocado, and tomatoes. It’s hearty, satisfying and oh so healthy. {gluten free, dairy free} Grain bowls are the bomb! Seriously, I think it’s the quickest, easiest way to healthy…
Peanut Butter and Preserves Breakfast Quinoa
Win your mother’s heart on Mother’s Day with this delicious Peanut Butter and Preserves Breakfast Quinoa. It’s hearty, sweet and full of protein to keep her energy up for the day. {gluten free} This post is sponsored by Bonne Maman but all opinions are 100% my own! Please tell me you have tried quinoa for…
Spring Green Salad with Asparagus
This gorgeous Spring Green Salad with Asparagus is the best way to welcome Spring! It’s full of seasonal Spring produce, salty feta and drizzled with lemon dill vinaigrette. It’s perfect for Easter, Mother’s Day or bringing to a Spring party. {gluten free} Have you heard the bird’s chipping? It’s officially Spring and it’s beginning to…
Easy Peel Hard Boiled Eggs – Instant Pot
No more struggling with messy egg peeling! Make these Easy Peel Hard Boiled Eggs in your Instant Pot and eat healthy all week long. These are great for Sunday meal prep and can be used in salads, sandwiches and for high protein snacks on the go. No baking soda or vinegar required. I got your…
Sheet Pan Jerk Chicken with Pineapple
This Sheet Pan Jerk Chicken with Pineapple is full of spicy and sweet flavor that your family will love. It’s quick and easy to prepare in one pan and full of good for you vegetables. {gluten free, paleo, whole30} Have you guys heard about the slime craze yet? Our house is filled with slime and…
Gluten Free Lemon Blueberry Cake
Get your Spring baking on! This Gluten Free Lemon Blueberry Cake is super moist and delicious. It’s full of fresh blueberries with a not too sweet cream cheese buttercream frosting. You’ll never know it’s gluten-free. This is a sponsored post, written by me on behalf of Bob’s Red Mill but as always, all…
Pork Tostadas with Mango Salsa
Pork Tostadas with Mango Salsa are a fresh and easy take on the 30 minute or less dinner. They are easy to make, use minimal ingredients and are full of fresh flavor. Tender and juicy marinated pork makes this a favorite in our house. This is sponsored post written by me on behalf of…
High Protein Quinoa Yogurt Parfait
Getting tired of the same old breakfast? How about a High Protein Quinoa Yogurt Parfait? It’s full of seasonal berries, coconut yogurt, and high-protein quinoa. Add a drizzle of maple syrup for some extra sweetness. {gluten free, vegan, dairy free} Happy Monday! Hope you guys had a great weekend. My daughter Maddie’s 12th birthday was…
Avocado Toast with Microgreens
Try this simple and delicious Avocado Toast and Microgreens for a quick breakfast. The healthy fat from the avocado will help you stay full until lunch. {gluten free} It’s amazing that something so simple can taste so good. I mean it’s not even a recipe…you just throw it together. Smashed avocado with a sprinkle of…
Tuna Poke Bowl with Mango and Quinoa
This Tuna Poke Bowl with Mango and Quinoa is super healthy, filling and full of seasonal flavors. Sushi grade tuna with a salty dressing and a load of veggies all layered on a bed of quinoa. {gluten free} Have you had a poke bowl yet? If not, do it today. Poke bowls are inspired by…
Kiwi and Raspberry Chia Pudding
Kiwi and Raspberry Chia Pudding is naturally sweet and creamy. Make it ahead and keep it in the fridge for a quick and healthy snack anytime. {vegan, gluten-free, paleo, whole30, dairy free} Kids are so hard to figure out. Know what I mean? Take my oldest son for example. We spent many Saturdays coaxing him…
Healthy Chocolate Banana Ice Cream
Craving something sweet at night? Try this Healthy Chocolate Banana Ice Cream with only three ingredients. It’s creamy, rich and delicious with no dairy and the perfect healthy way to satisfy a sweet tooth. {gluten free, paleo, whole30, dairy free, vegan} I always have your back guys. You know that right? I love finding healthy…
Skillet Tilapia with Tomatoes
Quick, easy and full of healthy veggies this Skillet Tilapia with Tomatoes is a win for a busy night. It comes together in less than 30 minutes and only requires a few ingredients. {gluten free, paleo, whole 30} What no peppermint fudge or cut out sugar cookies today? No, as much as I love all…
Late Summer Quinoa Grain Bowl
This Late Summer Quinoa Grain Bowl is full of summer squash, fresh corn, and tomatoes. Prep this on Sunday and eat healthy all week. {gluten free} How was everyone’s first week back at school? Do the kiddos like their teachers? Are they getting back into the routine? Mine seem eerily happy. Don’t get me wrong,…
Watermelon Peach Smoothie
This Watermelon Peach Smoothie will cool you down on these last hot days of summer. Fresh, hydrating and satisfying. {gluten free} Guess what? Summer is not over yet! Don’t turn to apples and pumpkins just yet. Let’s try to eek out every last drop of summer’s fresh produce. Because once it’s gone, it’s a long time…
Strawberry Lime Gin Rickey
Let’s celebrate the end of summer with this super delicious Strawberry Lime Gin Rickey. It’s the perfect combo of sweet and sour with lots of summer freshness. Cocktails on Wednesday? Why yes! Of course, you must partake when you are part of such a fun, summer cocktail celebration. Sherrie over at With Food + Love…
Quinoa with Zucchini and Tomatoes
This Quinoa with Zucchini and Tomatoes is the perfect way to celebrate seasonal summer produce. Sauteing the zucchini first gives it a nice smoky flavor. Make it on Sunday and eat healthy all week! {gluten free} How’s your summer going guys? Have you taken the time to sit quietly on the beach and watch the waves…
Ginger Honey Glazed Chicken
You won’t believe how easy this Ginger Honey Glazed Chicken is! Tender, juicy and flavorful chicken made with only three ingredients. {gluten-free, paleo, whole30} Happy Five Ingredient Friday peeps! I am on a mission here at Seasonal Cravings to give you (and me) an arsenal of quick and easy recipes that you can whip up…
Baked Sweet Potatoes with Egg
These super healthy Baked Sweet Potatoes with Egg will give you a nutritional jump start to your day. They are full of protein and healthy fats that will keep you full until lunch. {paleo, whole30, gluten-free} How’s your summer going guys? Hope you are enjoying those last long days of summer. Now’s the time to…
Grilled Chicken Souvlaki
Grilled Chicken Souvlaki is always a favorite grilled chicken at my house. The marinade makes the most tender, moist and flavorful chicken. This chicken is gluten-free and easy to prepare. Summer is in full swing here – it’s so hot. It’s almost hard to think about getting out in the heat and grilling but…
Green Cauliflower Rice Salad
This Green Cauliflower Rice Salad is light, healthy and full of summer vegetables. Cauliflower rice if full of nutrients, fiber and low in carbs. Delicious and refreshing! This Green Cauliflower Rice Salad is my attempt to remake a delicious salad I had at Chopt the other day: The Greenmarket Grain Bowl. I have to admit…
Grilled Sausage Tacos
Looking for a super easy weeknight dinner that will please the whole family? Grilled Sausage Tacos will be a hit. Grilling the sausage and peppers give them a delicious smoky flavor. One more week until our big trip. Each summer we pack the car and head all the way up to Nantucket. It’s our…
Berry Peach Smoothie Bowl
This simple Berry Peach Smoothie Bowl will get your day started right! It’s sweet, creamy and full of good for you fruits. Hello, summer in a bowl. I hate to bring this up, but I share what’s going on in my life,…do your kids play Pokemon Go? It’s taking over the world right now and…
Coconut Espresso Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
Whether you are dairy free or not, you will love this Coconut Espresso Chocolate Chip Ice Cream. It’s thick, creamy and just the right amount of sweetness. You won’t believe how delicious it is without cream and it requires only five ingredients. {gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free} This may be the best recipe I’ve made this year; it’s…
Green Goji Berry Smoothie
This Green Goji Berry Smoothie will give your body the nutrients and hydration it deserves with kale, goji berries, and coconut water. It requires only three ingredients and tastes great. Do you ever feel like you just haven’t been taking good care of yourself? Your body is telling you to drink more water, eat more…
Skinny Cucumber and Tomato Salad
This Skinny Cucumber and Tomato Salad is a healthy and easy to prepare option for busy summer days. It stays fresh in the fridge for up to four days and it is super light, gluten-free and healthy. It’s full of fresh, crunchy vegetables and protein filled black beans. Summer wouldn’t be summer without some type…
Watermelon Margaritas
These fresh Watermelon Margaritas are one of my favorite ways to celebrate summer. They are easy to make and taste like summer in a glass! It’s Five Ingredient Friday peeps and what better day to throw together some gorgeous, fresh cocktails like this Watermelon Margarita? It’s hot out, I had a long week and I…
Turmeric Iced Tea
Looking for an anti-inflammatory drink? This Turmeric Iced Tea is for you. It’s healthy, delicious and full of curcumin, an anti-inflammatory compound. Bottom’s up for your health! If you haven’t heard of Turmeric Iced Tea, where have you been? It contains curcumin which has strong anti-inflammatory properties. According to Dr. Weil, elderly villagers in India…
Five Ingredient Caprese Chicken
This Five Ingredient Caprese Chicken is super fast and only uses pantry staples. It’s healthy, gluten-free and kid-friendly. Did you know that McDonald’s burgers only contain 13% beef? Did you know they use ammonia to disinfect the beef? These are quotes from my curious nine-year old who says he will never eat at McDonald’s again….
Greek Pasta Salad
This Greek Pasta Salad will easily become your favorite summer salad. It’s full of summer’s seasonal bounty, healthy and gluten-free. Bring it to your next barbecue and watch it disappear. Hope your summer is going well and you are spending lots of lazy days at the pool not packing lunches, doing homework and carpooling! I…
Strawberry and Pecan Spinach Salad
This fresh Strawberry and Pecan Spinach Salad is easy to put together, gluten-free and a great way to show off summer strawberries. Make it for an easy lunch or take it to your next cookout. Well, it’s official, I’m the parent of a teen! How is this possible? My sweet little baby Evan is no…
Five Ingredient Blender Muffins
Five Ingredient Blender Muffins are a quick, healthy and gluten-free treat your family can grab and take on the run. They are easy to throw in the blender and way healthier than packaged muffins. We are three days into summer and so far so good. We’ve just been relaxing with no camps, no obligations, no…
Easy Ice Cream Cake
This post has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. However, all opinions are mine alone. Thank you for supporting the great brands that support this blog! #SoHoppinGood #TopYourSummer #CollectiveBias School’s out for summer! Finally, after a super long year of homework, tests, sports, playoffs and general teenage angst, it’s summer. I feel…
Asparagus with Bacon
Need a quick summer side dish? This Asparagus with Bacon is so flavorful and easy to prepare. After all, everything’s better with bacon! Happy Five Ingredient Friday! Hope you have fun plans for the weekend. We are busy with baseball games, birthday parties, and a boy scout campout. Luckily, hubby is chaperoning that one! I’m…
Quinoa Salad with Spinach and Berries
This Quinoa Salad with Spinach and Berries is always a hit with everyone who tries it. It’s healthy, light and refreshing with sweetness and crunch. It’s full of antioxidants and gluten-free too. You can’t lose with this favorite salad. Hope you guys all had a relaxing Memorial Day weekend! Mine was filled with trips to…
Waffle Ice Cream Sandwiches
These are the easiest and most delicious desserts ever! Waffle Ice Cream Sandwiches use only a few ingredients and come together in minutes. They will be a huge hit and your next summer cookout! Happy Five Ingredient Friday! I don’t know about you but I’m wiped out. May is by far the busiest month for…
Supergreens Salad with Cherries and Feta
This Supergreens Salad with Cherries and Feta will become your new favorite salad. It’s super easy to whip up for weekday healthy lunches and delicious enough to take to your next cookout. I have been making this Supergreens Salad with Cherries and Feta every other day. It’s totally addictive and good for you…
Oven Roasted Green Beans with Tomatoes
Oven Roasted Green Beans with Tomatoes are a quick and easy side dish for any day of the week. Roasting the green beans and tomatoes in the oven gives them extra flavor while leaving them firm. Happy Five Ingredient Friday to everyone! My favorite stores are packed with fresh green beans on sale, so I’ve…
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
If you are looking for a quick, family-friendly dinner idea, I’ve got you covered. These Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are the easiest things ever and kids love them. Ready in under 30 minutes too! It’s hard to believe my son Jack is already counting down the 18 days until school is out. Is it that…
Cake Mix Confetti Cookies
These super easy and delicious Cake Mix Confetti Cookies are just the ticket for your next bake sale or event. They can be whipped up in less than 30 minutes, contain five ingredients or less and kids love them. Who can resist sprinkles? Happy Friday everyone! I have a new feature here on Seasonal Cravings…
10 Delicious Cocktails for Mother’s Day
What does mom really want for Mother’s Day? Cocktails, of course. And she wants to drink these cocktails while relaxing (she cannot be anywhere near kitchen or laundry room). I am sure you all have something extra special planned for your sweet moms on Mother’s Day. If not, you better get on it. She deserves…
Tender London Broil
Have trouble cooking your London Broil? Is it always tough and tasteless? If so, you will love this Tender London Broil. Giving the meat a little bit of love beforehand goes a long way and guarantees a tender, flavorful steak every time. I buy London Broil a lot because it’s always on sale BOGO….
Strawberry Mint Smash
This summery Strawberry Mint Smash cocktail will get you in the mood for warm weather. It’s sweet, minty, gorgeous and ready in 5 minutes! Happy Weekend! With Memorial Day right around the corner, I’m dreaming of all the delicious recipes I can make with strawberries, like this Strawberry Mint Smash. Of course, we can get…
Skillet Chicken with Feta, Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Olives
This Skillet Chicken with Feta, Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Olives is a quick and easy way to spice up your weeknight chicken. Topping the sautéed chicken with sun-dried tomatoes, feta and olives adds so much flavor. Meet your new favorite winner, winner, chicken dinner! I am so happy to have found yet another way to…
Cauliflower Tabbouleh
This super healthy Cauliflower Tabbouleh will make you feel like you are on the right track. It is full of bright vegetables and tossed with a lemony, garlic dressing. Make this for ahead for lunches and feel good about eating your veggies. Weekends are tough around here in the eating department. I do…
Roasted Broccolini
It’s time to enjoy seasonal spring vegetables like this Roasted Broccolini. Roasting the broccolini with garlic and lemon makes is tasty and flavorful and perfect for a quick, easy, healthy weeknight side dish. I’ve been dreaming of spring produce for so long, I can’t believe it’s finally here. I know it’s weird but I…
Easy Roasted Broccoli
Easy Roasted Broccoli is an essential recipe for quick, healthy, weeknight meals. Roasting the broccoli with garlic at high heat brings out its flavor. Do your kids ever say, “Yes, broccoli for dinner?” Mine do and yes, I’m bragging. I’ve been making this Easy Roasted Broccoli for years and we’ve eaten at least 6,357 times….
Chicken Lettuce Wraps
These Chicken Lettuce Wraps are 100% addictive. I couldn’t get enough of the creamy peanut butter dipping sauce and the mildly spicy chicken. This a healthy, gluten free recipe that your family will love. Don’t miss my $500 HelloFresh Giveaway! Ahh, Spring forward. The joy… The excitement of long summer days to come… Shorts, flip…
Gluten Free St. Patrick’s Day Cupcakes
I kid you not, no one will know these are gluten free! These Gluten Free St. Patrick’s Day Cupcakes are hands down the best, moist, fluffy gluten free cupcakes ever. The vanilla buttercream is not too sweet and uses all natural food coloring. They are prepared in one bowl and super easy. I don’t make…
Quinoa Breakfast Bowl with Egg, Tomatoes and Avocado
This Quinoa Breakfast Bowl with Egg, Tomatoes and Avocado will get your day started off right with tons of protein. You will be full until lunch for sure. I am starting to get rid of my holiday hangover. All that eating, indulging in cocktails and just sitting around is bad for me. Trust me, my…
Meyer Lemon Bundt Cake
This Meyer Lemon Bundt Cake is a tart and sweet treat that would be perfect for any holiday gathering. Go ahead, give it a spin before Thanksgiving and you’ll be one step ahead in your planning. It’s never too early to start. What a glorious weekend we had in Maryland. It was a gorgeous 75…
3 Ingredient Nutella Brownies
These are hands down the easiest brownies ever. Chewy and fudgy with a load of hazelnut flavor from the Nutella. Crazy good and only three ingredients! Have you guys seen Cooper yet? He’s the new addition to our family and he’s such a cutie. I have to admit that I never wanted a dog. I…
Green Beans With Bacon
I have a super easy side dish for you today → Green Beans With Bacon. This is a must try, family favorite and I’ve even included a short cut. I use precooked bacon. Sorry I know it’s a cheat and can be pricey but I love having bacon in the fridge that I can easily…
Watermelon and Jicama Salsa
Two salsa recipes in one week! So sorry but it’s that time of year when fresh produce is everywhere I look and I’m trying to use it before it’s gone. Not to mention it’s summer and we spend more time outdoors eating by the fireplace or pool and we need goodies to take with us….
Easy Blackberry Vodka Mojito
Happy Weekend Folks! The weather is gorgeous here in DC and I just spent a nice long day lounging by the pool, soaking up the sun while the kiddies swam. I might have napped a bit but don’t judge. My kids are excellent swimmers so it’s okay. When 5:00 o’clock rolled around I couldn’t help…
Sunny Pico De Gallo With Yellow Tomatoes
This bright and cheerful Sunny Pico De Gallo With Yellow Tomatoes will make any summer cook out better. It is so easy to prepare and way better than store-bought salsa. This Sunny Pico De Gallo is so summery and fresh! It’s the perfect accompaniment to your favorite tortilla chips, quesadillas or fajitas. It’s super simple…
Summer Berry Power Salad
This is the only way to eat when the weather is unbearably hot. Fresh, summer salads with seasonal ingredients are easy to prep and don’t heat up the kitchen. These raspberries and blueberries are fresh from my local farmer’s market and full of flavor. When they are added to spinach with a light lemony dressing…
Sausage, Kale and Tomato Power Bowl
Summer makes for easy cooking! I don’t know how I survived the winter without all these fresh seasonal veggies. This was my lunch yesterday and yes, I’m proud. It was delicious and super good for me. So I felt better about polishing off the last piece of my son’s ice cream cake; also delicious. Can…
Watermelon Agua Fresca
Who wouldn’t want this refreshing Watermelon Agua Fresca on a hot day? Agua Fresca simply means fresh water and is popular throughout Mexico. It’s usually a blend of fruit, water, lime juice and a bit of sugar. You have to strain it through a fine mesh sieve in order to get the clear quality. This…
Easy Pork Tenderloin With Peaches
Hope you all had a great Fourth of July weekend. Ours was super relaxing and fun. We spent time with neighbors, lounged by the pool and went biking with the kiddos. It’s so nice to have time to relax in the summer with no rush to practices, homework or lunches to pack. Long live summer!…
Dragonfruit Smoothie
Is this not the most beautiful smoothie you’ve ever seen? Who wouldn’t drink something so beautiful? Dragonfruit, also known as Pitaya, is super healthy. It contains lycopene which helps protect against cancer and heart disease. It is naturally low in calories and high in fiber while containing vitamins C, B, Calcium and Phosphorous. Some even…
Eat Your Greens Quinoa Salad
Another quinoa salad? You must be kidding? No I’m not kidding. It’s that good. I promise not to bore you with the benefits of quinoa again. Just trust me on this one. When the weather gets hot you will crave this Eat Your Greens Quinoa Salad. It is full of healthy greens and fresh sautéed…
Black Rice With Peaches and Mint
Black Rice With Peaches and Mint is way healthier and more beautiful than white rice. It’s full of protein, gluten free, easy to prepare and can be used in so many ways. The side salad is the hero of the summer cookout. Sure the grilled chicken and steak are a hit but what brings…
Grilled Tomato Salad With Feta and Basil
Father’s Day is right around the corner and it’s time to start thinking about how we will spoil our special dad on his big day. In our house, it starts with food. For every big event in the family the guest of honor gets to pick his or her favorite meal. For our dad,…
Salmon Tostadas
These Salmon Tostadas are healthy, gluten free and easy to put together. You can add any fresh, seasonal toppers that you like. Happy Friday guys! Can you believe we only have four more days of school? Are you one of those parents who is happy about that? No more rushing around in the morning, packing…
Grilled Peach Salad With Mint Dressing
This Grilled Peach Salad with Mint Dressing will quickly become your new favorite summer salad. It’s so light and fresh and really highlights what’s in season. I love Spring and Summer when I can easily pop out to the grill and cook fresh food. No fuss, no muss, no clean up. Did you know you…
Smoky Shrimp With Guacamole
Tired of always serving tortilla chips with your guacamole? It’s time for something new and a bit classier. No offense tortilla chips! Why not pile your guacamole on a protein filled shrimp like this? It’s the perfect flavor combo with the smoky cumin dusted shrimp and the citrusy guacamole. I know it’s not as wide…
Halibut Sandwich With Cilantro Sauce
I hope you all had a great Memorial Weekend. I did but I’m still recovering. I’m way too old to drink three four Mint Limeade Mojitos in one night. It just doesn’t work anymore. It’s Tuesday and time for a healthy reset. Back to Overnight Oatmeal Protein Bowls, drinking lemon water, getting lots of rest and planning…
Mint Limeade Mojito in Seconds
Ok I have a very important non-recipe coming at you today. This is such a good find! For your Memorial Day cookout you must serve this Mint Limeade Mojito. It is the easiest and most delicious mojito ever. I have made homemade mojitos and there is a time and a place for muddling mint, juicing…
Pineapple Grilled Chicken Skewers
Time to dust off those grills and get outdoors. Try these Pineapple Grilled Chicken Skewers for a healthy, gluten-free dish at your next cookout. The marinade has only 4 ingredients. This may be my favorite new recipe. It was inspired by a recent trip to Trader Joe’s. I always find some new little gem there….
Addictive Guacamole
I had the best Mother’s Day. I got my baby fix. We had my youngest son’s First Communion and lots of family was here to celebrate with us. Among those was my niece’s sweet angel of a baby girl. Mmmm, she smells delicious and makes the sweetest noises. Not once did she cry, even during…
Mango and Jicama Slaw
I love Spring. It’s finally here and we were digging in the dirt all weekend. I planted my traditional ferns by the front door. My daughter and I put out some veggies in the garden and begonias in the front yard. Now we just have to figure out how to get the hose all the…
Easy Skinny Quinoa Chili
This Easy Skinny Quinoa Chili will become a quick weeknight favorite. It’s easy to throw together and packed with nutrition. Make a big batch and eat it for lunch all week. {gluten free} Sometimes you need a healthy reset; something in the fridge that will prevent you from overeating on the run. This Easy Skinny…
Chopped Greek Salad With Sweet Parsley Dressing
I can’t seem to get enough salads lately. I’m constantly thinking of new ways to incorporate veggies into my diet. Salads don’t have to be boring, in fact, I love a chopped salad with no lettuce. It holds up well in the fridge as long as you don’t top it with dressing. It transports well…
Kale and Egg Power Bowl
Sometimes you need a nutritious breakfast like this Kale and Egg Power Bowl to get you through a long, busy day. I needed strength this week to help me battle a chocolate loving field mouse that was loose in our kitchen. This was one healthy mouse because I saw his little teeth marks in a chocolate…
Coconut Swizzle in St. John, USVI
Are you getting tired of shoveling snow and being stuck inside with stir crazy kids? Well this is dedicated to you! Recently, we were lucky enough to go to St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands. It’s a quiet spot four miles southwest of Tortola with plenty of nature to discover. Sixty percent of St. John’s…
Blood Orange Wine Spritzer
This light and fresh Blood Orange Wine Spritzer is the perfect cocktail for spring and summer. It’s loaded with fresh blood orange juice and made lighter with club soda. Are you seeing signs of Spring where you live? I am seeing it here and it brings me joy. My kids even seem happier. Physical activity…
