As warmer weather approaches (slowly), I start to crave lighter dishes. This meal is bursting with flavor, but won’t leave you feeling weighed down, making it the perfect simple supper or portable lunch. If you want to add an extra flavor (and texture), finish with a sprinkle of toasted pinenuts. 1. Preheat oven to 400 … Mediterranean Turkey Meatball Lettuce Wraps
I love spring for so many reasons, but one of my favorite reasons is because it’s strawberry season! It’s the perfect time to fill your shopping cart with several pints and enjoy the sweetness. This recipe is super simple, but will definitely impress your guests. Serve plain or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. … Strawberry Lemon Crisp
This may look like “health food”, but it’s actually the perfect way to get a boatload of veggies and protein without sacrificing flavor. This salad provides a great crunch and holds up well in the fridge so you can enjoy it throughout the week (by itself, or with grilled chicken or fish). And once the … Chopped Broccoli Salad with Creamy Lemon Dressing
If the weather is above 40 degrees, it’s grill time in my opinion. Grilling is my favorite cooking method because it’s fast and adds a great smoky flavor. Speaking of flavor, these pork chops are a flavor BOMB. The sauce is a combo of sweet, salty and spicy and will have you licking your plate. … Chinese BBQ Grilled Pork Chops
It’s not often that I give myself a pat on the back, but these were just that good. The subtle flavor of green tea paired with sweet vanilla and almond is perfection. Serve these cookies with hot tea or coffee and have your friends begging for the recipe! You can find matcha (green tea powder) … Matcha Almond Cookies
While I’ve been enjoying hummus as a snack for some time now, I haven’t used it in many recipes. It’s a great compliment to chicken and helps to keep it super juicy. And the panko breading on top provides the perfect crunch. Served with this chickpea salad (or just leafy greens) it’s a dinner that’s … Hummus Crusted Chicken with Greek Chickpea Salad
Crab cakes are one of my favorite comfort foods, but they often can be pretty calorie-laden. Thanks to the good amount of veggies, this is a version you can feel good about eating (and it’s still just as tasty!). Whether served for lunch, dinner or an appetizer, these are great any time of year. And … (Veggie-Loaded) Crab Cakes with Dill Yogurt Sauce
I must admit that I rarely ever use my slow cooker, but lately I’m realizing how amazing it can be to use it during our busy work week. And nothing works better at getting tough cuts of meats super tender like this beef chuck roast. In the winter I enjoy adding a citrus note to … Crockpot Orange Beef with Toasted Coconut Farro
Sometimes it’s fun to eat “kid” food, but I like to make mine a bit more sophisticated and healthier when possible. My husband (aka my child) really likes fish sticks (the frozen kind) and I decided to convince him that it’s easy to make these from scratch. Instead of flaky whitefish, I used salmon because … Crunchy Salmon Fish Sticks with Spicy Apricot Mustard
I’m always running around and when I’m looking for a quick breakfast or an afternoon snack, energy bites are a great grab-and-go item. I was at a festival yesterday where Girl Scouts were everywhere selling their cookies and I remembered how much I love Tagalongs (the pb/chocolate ones that are so addictive!). I decided to … Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Energy Bites
