I love making nutrient dense, veggie-forward meals that offer amazing flavor. This quesadilla filling consists of mashed sweet potato, taco-spiced veggies and creamy black beans. I added sharp cheddar for a nutty note, but you can definitely leave the cheese out if you want this to be completely plant-based. Top with avocado and fresh cilantro … Baked Sweet Potato and Black Bean Quesadillas
All of the citrus I used for this dish was perfectly sweet – I love this time of year for that reason. The smoky flank steak pairs beautifully with the tangy citrus salsa and creamy avocado. Serve this with warm flour tortillas or with quinoa. It’s a delicious, light and refreshing meal that tastes like … Flank Steak with Citrus Salsa and Avocado
I’m often brainstorming ways to eat nutritiously throughout the busy work week. This mason jar salad is a perfectly portable lunch that is packed with fiber and protein (and big flavor). The magic of this layered salad technique is that the wet ingredients are on the bottom and the lettuce is on top, so the … Marinated White Bean and Tuna Mason Jar Salad
This is one of those magical meals that comes together in minutes. Peppery homemade Italian dressing, crisp lettuce, artichokes, pepperoni, parmesan and mozzarella are tossed with tender cheese tortellini. It’s a great main dish or side dish! 2. Add lettuce, tortellini, artichokes, pepperoni and parmesan and toss to combine. Add mozzarella and lightly toss again … Cheese Tortellini Chopped Salad
After all of the holiday festivities this weekend I was so ready for a balanced meal. The spinach and sundried tomatoes not only add color to this dish, but they also provide moisture (no dry meatloaf here). The salty feta and the sweet tomatoes are the perfect compliment to one another. Serve this with roasted … Sundried Tomato, Spinach & Feta Turkey Meatloaf
We love to incorporate at least a few plant-based meals into our weekly menu. Delicious and filling, this eggplant and chickpea curry is full of flavor and chock-full of health benefits. If you have any leftovers, it also makes a great lunch to enjoy hot or cold. 2. Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of … Roasted Eggplant and Chickpea Curry
I have fond summer memories of helping my grandparents scoop melon balls from the cantaloupes they had picked from their garden. This weekend I picked up some melons from a local farm stand and couldn’t wait to try them. The classic pairing of sweet melon and salty prosciutto are balanced perfectly in this salad with … Melon and Mozzarella Salad with Crispy Prosciutto
Grain salads are one of my favorite types of dishes to prepare on days where we can eat outdoors. This salad in particular is so refreshing – the juicy grapes and fresh herbs add wonderful flavor and color. Serve this as a side dish for grilled salmon or chicken or serve as a main dish … Herbed Farro with Grapes, Feta and Walnuts
Tortellini are one of my absolute go-to ingredients when I want to prepare a quick meal. This dish is perfect served as an entree or as a side for grilled chicken, salmon or sausage. So delicious – and makes great leftovers too! 2. Meanwhile, combine vinaigrette ingredients in a large bowl. Add sundried tomatoes and … Tortellini, Spinach and Sundried Tomatoes with Parmesan-Balsamic Vinaigrette
Signs of spring have been popping up everywhere and it feels good to know warmth is on the horizon! We are about to get into asparagus season and I love using it in a variety of ways – roasted, grilled, steamed, you name it. In this case I stir-fried it with snap peas and carrots … Spring Veggie Stir-Fry with Crispy Tofu
