Giardiniera is a combination of hot peppers and pickled vegetables. Ever since discovering it when I lived in Chicago, I have been obsessed with putting it on everything – eggs, pasta dishes, baked potatoes, tuna salad, etc. The other day I found a gallon tub of it when I was shopping at Gordon Food Service … Spicy Giardiniera Hummus
During the busy work week, roasted chicken is a perfect go-to meal that tastes great, can feed the whole family and leaves your house smelling amazing. If you’re a sweet and salty fan like I am, this recipe will be one you hold onto. The grapes and onions become almost like candy as they caramelize … Herb Roasted Chicken and Grapes with Balsamic Vinaigrette
I’m always trying to come up with recipes for grab-and-go items that are high fiber and protein. Chia seed pudding may look a little different for those who have never tried it, but I love the texture since it’s similar to tapioca pudding. And you can’t beat the nutritional benefits that chia seeds provide (healthy … Coconut Mango Chia Pudding
What I love about salads is you can combine so many different flavors and textures. The crunchy carrots and almonds with the creamy tuna and avocado make this salad mouthwatering. Tuna is one of the leanest protein sources around (3 oz. of tuna has 0.5g of fat and 25g of protein!) so it’s great to … Seared Tuna Salad with Sesame Citrus Vinaigrette
Back in culinary school (which seems like ages at this point) I remember making gyros, which was quite an interesting process for those of you who know what I’m talking about (let’s just say there’s a lot of fat involved). This version is much, much leaner but still possesses the same flavor. The hummus and … Beef Gyros with Cucumber Tahini Yogurt Sauce
Coconut flakes and almonds are two of my favorite healthy fats to use in recipes (and they provide great flavor). There are so many different ways to make energy bites and it’s fun to play around with flavor combinations. These bites get their sweetness from dates and have a good amount of fiber thanks to … Coconut Almond Energy Bites
When it comes to lunches, I prefer a meal that is protein-rich that won’t weigh me down. I’m a huge fan of Asian flavors, so this dish hits the spot. Chock-full of lean chicken and colorful veggies, this is a meal you can prep and enjoy throughout the week (and feel good about). I like … Chicken Egg Roll Bowls
Mussels are one of my favorite appetizers to order if they’re on a menu. I’m not sure if it’s the mussels or the yummy broth they’re served in that I like more, but either way I’m hooked! I have a party coming up where the client wants mussels, so I decided to try out some … Red Curry Mussels
Lunch is normally the most difficult meal for me to plan, yet I know it’s just as important to have a balanced meal in the middle of the day to keep me full throughout the afternoon. Salads like this one are a great option! This one in particular is full of fiber and protein (and … Blueberry Feta Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
In our household, we are all about having healthy snacks around in case a sweet or salty craving hits. Normally on Sundays I will prep a bunch of fresh-cut fruit and veggies, energy bites and some sort of dip to go with the veggies. In this case, I had some feta and goat cheese in … Garlicky Goat Cheese, Feta and Shallot Dip
