As you all know, it’s one of my goals in life to get everyone to enjoy vegetables. You know it’s a successful dinner when your meat-loving husband goes back for seconds and there isn’t an ounce of meat. However, this meal is still super packed with protein, fiber and flavor! The chipotle crema on top … Sweet Potato and White Bean Patties with Avocado Chipotle Crema
I absolutely love the combination of sweet and salty and this sauce definitely covers all those flavors. We always have olives in the fridge and I never thought of pairing them with dates, but once they’re paired with the yummy, buttery roasted chicken and toasty pinenuts, it totally works. This meal would be wonderful for … Roasted Chicken with Olives, Dates and Toasted Pinenuts
Happy first day of summer – wooooooo! And it probably the most beautiful day we’ve had so far this year. While at the grocery store this afternoon, the display of bright red strawberries caught my eye and I got super excited to cook with them. These muffins are super moist thanks to the coconut oil … Strawberry, Lemon and Poppyseed Mini Muffins
Lately I’ve been trying to challenge myself to cook dinners that are 15 dollars or less to convince my clients that cooking healthy food on a budget is totally do-able. This meal is not only inexpensive, but it packs so much nutritional value. And while zucchini isn’t everyone’s favorite veggie because it has a tendency … Parmesan Turkey Meatballs with Zucchini Noodles
One of my favorite things about spring and summer is having the opportunity to buy fresh, local produce at the farmers market. The taste is so different than anything you’ll find at the grocery store. Because of that, you can cook simply and the fresh ingredients bring all the flavor. Case in point – these … Salmon with Pan-Roasted Tomatoes and Pinenut Gremolata
If you dealt with the Michigan winter like I did, you know how special these sunny days are. I stopped at the grocery store today after work and I saw a sign that read “Peaches: first of the season!”. They were juicy and ripe and I couldn’t resist turning them into something tasty! This salad … Massaged Kale Salad with Peaches, Blackberries and Toasty Pecans
There aren’t many dishes more comforting than risotto. What I love about it is that the flavors are so versatile! I’ve made risotto with mushrooms, pumpkin, thai flavors, you name it. But in the spirit of spring, I decided to add peas and fresh lemon. The mixture of lemon and Parmesan is wonderful paired with … Lemony Parmesan and Pea Risotto
I think we can officially say spring is here (finally!) and with that comes sweet, juicy strawberries. They are by far my favorite fruit and getting them this cheap means it’s time to stock up! They are especially tasty in this salad paired with tangy goat cheese and fresh blueberry dressing. Enjoy this meal for … Very Berry Grilled Chicken Salad with Blueberry-Balsamic Vinaigrette
Good-for-you comfort food is exactly what I needed after a long day. These meatballs are packed with lean protein and fresh flavors and the sweet roasted red pepper sauce sends it over the top. This dish seems gourmet, but it’s on your table in about 20 minutes! 1. Preheat oven to 400. Line a baking … Italian Chicken Meatballs with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
While I love a good turkey burger, sometimes they can be pretty dry because they’re lower in fat. An easy fix for that is adding moisture and flavor. In this case, I decided to go with an Asian theme and add sweet Hoisin sauce and fresh vegetables. The creamy yogurt and crunchy slaw topping round … Asian Turkey Sliders with Crunchy Slaw
