It’s safe to say I’m still in a turkey coma from this past weekend. While Thanksgiving is the best holiday ever, after a few days of what seemed like an eating competition, today I was ready for a light meal. I don’t eat a lot of salads, but if they contain a combination of sweet … Chopped Chicken Salad with Apricot Vinaigrette
Tonight I taught a class on how to cook with summer fruits and vegetables. Sweet tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, bright green lettuce…the list of garden-fresh options goes on. I designed this salad to highlight those favorites. The creamy hummus vinaigrette offers a lemony bite and crispy pita acts as the perfect crunchy “crouton”. This salad is … Double Tomato Greek Salad with Hummus Vinaigrette
I enjoy anything coconut, but coconut shrimp are one of my absolute favorite appetizers. The nutty, toasted outer coating paired with the flavor of sweet shrimp is a perfect combo. I decided to make this dish quite a bit healthier by baking the shrimp instead of frying. It doesn’t get quite as crispy, but pretty … Coconut Shrimp Salad with Orange and Avocado
Although strawberries aren’t quite in season yet, today I just was craving a big, summery salad loaded with my favorite fruit. As I flipped through this week’s grocery ad at work I noticed a picture of pretzel crusted chicken tenders. From there, I decided to come up with a salad that pulls all those flavors … Pretzel Crusted Chicken Salad with Strawberries and Goat Cheese
Salads are so versatile. The variety of lettuces, protein, dressings and garnishes out there allows one to play with lots of different flavors. Today I was in need of some tropical flavors! I’m a huge fan of mango – it’s slightly sweet and is a great match with lime and cilantro dressing. For the longest … Steak Salad with Mango and Lime
Sweet potatoes are one of my favorite go-to vegetables. Their sweet flavor and creamy texture make you feel like you’re eating something bad for you, when really sweet potatoes are a very nutritious food. In fact, one medium sweet potato contains over 1200% of your daily vitamin A and 50% of your daily vitamin C … Moroccan-Spiced Sweet Potato Salad
Fall is slowly approaching! Although it doesn’t feel like it outside quite yet, I took it upon myself to get a jump start on testing dishes with fall flavors. Butternut squash is one of my absolute favorite veggies. It’s creamy and buttery texture is so comforting. Paired with kale and sundried tomatoes, this dish is … Barley Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash and Kale
Lunch is often the meal I struggle the most with – I’m always craving something satisfying that will keep me full throughout my busy afternoon. These 2 simple salads are easy to make the night before and are super flavorful. Using Greek yogurt for both of the dressings saves a few calories and adds extra … Simple Salads
Summer is a perfect time to pick up some fresh, sweet cherries! They’re bursting with flavor and health benefits. They are among the top 20 foods with the highest concentration of antioxidants. They are heart healthy and contain melatonin, so they are a great food to incorporate into your diet if you need help regulating … Cherries
Leafy greens are a vegetable you know you should be eating but may be a little uneasy to try. Well, I’m here to show you they can be super delicious if prepared correctly. Here are four recipes to try this summer that are satisfying and may actually leave you craving more! Kale: Excellent source of … Leafy Greens
