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
July is blueberry month! That means this is the perfect time to stock up. And why not? These beauties are bursting with flavor and nutritional benefits. Here are some tips on how to buy/store/use one of my favorite fruits:
As the weather slowly warms up, it’s the perfect time to plan a outdoor picnic! These two side dish recipes are a perfect compliment to grilled meats and fish. They can stay at room temperature so food safety won’t be a concern if you’re planning an all-day event. … Picnic Salads
It’s citrus season! There are so many delicious varieties of citrus fruits to choose from, but my favorite are clementines. They’re sweet, juicy and super easy to peel. After visiting a local co-op which had some beautiful fruit and veggies to choose from, I decided to make a clementine vinaigrette and serve it over leafy … Spinach Salad with Clementine Vinaigrette and Homemade Croutons
People seem to love Caesar salad. Its creamy and tangy dressing is a perfect pairing with freshly cooked chicken breast and crispy romaine lettuce. However, it’s always so calorie dense! I took a look at the original recipe and thought about how to mimic those flavors without adding calories. I was pleasantly surprised by the … Lemon Pepper Chicken Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons
When you’re craving a light meal, it doesn’t mean you are tied down to a dish of steamed vegetables and fish. I say bring on the FLAVOR. And this dish screams flavor! Sundried tomatoes are always one of the my favorite ingredients to use because they add sweetness and a delightful chewy texture. Arugula adds … Wilted Arugula Salad with Pan-Seared Chicken and Sundried Tomatoes
