Get fresh ideas (both hot and cold!) to pack in your kids’ thermos for a nutritious take-along lunch. As much as we love sandwiches for lunch, they can get a little boring! Enter the thermos. It opens up so many options for fresh and exciting healthy lunches! We find it much easier to pack their lunches with fruits and veggies […]
This Fiesta Chicken recipe is ready in less than 30 minutes, provides nutrition from every food group, AND cooks entirely in one skillet (including the rice). Huzzah! Pin this recipe on Pinterest to save for later Pin It! This fiesta chicken recipe is an oldie but a goodie from my recipe archives. It’s one of the first dishes I ever […]
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. This delicious Grilled Chicken Panini with Zucchini, Tomato, and Mozzarella highlights end-of-summer vegetables on sour dough bread. Chicken Panini with Zucchini, Tomato Mozzarella There’s something about a hot sandwich that just feels more satisfying sometimes especially when you add protein like I did in this Grilled Chicken Panini. With the […]
Whoever said I love you a bushel and a peck must have been specifically thinking of homemade Apple Cider. Fresh apples, water, spices, and a touch of sweetener are all you need to make the best-ever version of this fall classic right on your stove. Pin this recipe on Pinterest to save for later Pin It! If you’re wondering if […]
These healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls taste like a chocolate peanut butter cup! They are nutritious, vegan, gluten free, and guaranteed to come to your rescue when hunger strikes. Pin this recipe on Pinterest to save for later Pin It! Of all the healthy snack recipes I make, energy balls are the ones I come back to most. Between […]
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Air Fryer Sweet Plantains or Maduros are an easy and healthy way to make this classic Latin side dish. Air Fryer Sweet Plantains I grew up eating plantains every way you can imagine! Depending on the ripeness of the plantain, you’ll get different results. Mom makes them on the grill […]
Love to the noodles in the form of Chicken Chow Mein! Succulent pieces of chicken, fresh veggies, and bouncy pan-fried noodles tossed in a simple, sticky sauce, this at-home version of the Chinese-American favorite wants to be your dinner date tonight! Pin this recipe on Pinterest to save for later Pin It! Sit down to eat this healthy meal at […]
This easy, light recipe for healthy Shrimp Pad Thai is simple and filling. You can find all the ingredients you need to make it in a standard grocery store, and if you apply a little hustle, the entire dish can be ready in 15 minutes flat. Pin this recipe on Pinterest to save for later Pin It! This recipe will […]
posted August 26, 2022 by Gina This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. A free 7-day, flexible weight loss meal plan including breakfast, lunch and dinner ideas and a shopping list. All recipes include macros and links to WW recipe builder to get your personal points. 7 Day Healthy Meal Plan I can’t believe it is almost […]
The easy Lemon Butter Chicken is my latest love in my collection of one-pan recipes. Made with the BEST lemon butter sauce for chicken, this healthy version swaps heavy cream for a can of coconut milk. Pin this recipe on Pinterest to save for later Pin It! Lemon and chicken are just a match made in heaven, and it’s clear […]
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. This delicious Three-Cheese Zucchini Quiche, made lighter without heavy cream, is perfect for end-of-summer zucchini for breakfast, brunch or lunch. Zucchini Quiche Trying to adapt quiche to make it healthier is challenging because you can’t skimp on the pie crust (which is the best part, in my humble opinion. Aside […]
Broccoli Cheddar Soup, you are one of the Great Comfort Foods of our time. Pin this recipe on Pinterest to save for later Pin It! Creamy and cozy this healthy version of broccoli cheddar soup is inspired by the infamous bowl at Panera Bread, a soup that has now been enjoyed by multiple generations of our family. One of the […]
This homemade cream of chicken soup recipe is a game changer! It’s easy and so much healthier than the canned condensed stuff, made with only a few wholesome ingredients and it tastes amazing!! Here’s how to make cream of chicken soup worth kicking the canned stuff for. There are lots of recipes that call for cream of chicken soup. These […]
If you’re looking for a comforting, crowd-pleasing recipe that will never fail you, it’s this healthy enchiladas recipe! These Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas are a lightened-up version of my Grammy’s legendary recipe. Pin this recipe on Pinterest to save for later Pin It! These easy enchiladas were one of the first recipes I learned to make on my own and […]
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. This moist and delicious Zucchini Bread with walnuts, cinnamon, and vanilla, is made lighter with applesauce and is a great way to use up that summer zucchini. Zucchini Bread I modified my Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread to make this non-chocolate quick bread with lots of cinnamon, walnuts, and vanilla. I […]
Don’t forget about pork tenderloin! A versatile, healthy cut of pork, it’s good enough for company and quick-cooking enough for a weeknight. Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin is an ideal way to make the most of it. Pin this recipe on Pinterest to save for later Pin It! Unlike tough, fatty cuts of meat that need time to break down (like […]
If you’re looking for fluffy, easy pancakes this weekend, look no further than today’s healthy Banana Oatmeal Pancakes. They’re gluten free, mixed in your blender, and made with wholesome, good-for-you ingredients! Pin this recipe on Pinterest to save for later Pin It! Amongst the delicious lineup of pancake recipes on my site (like Coconut Flour Pancakes, Pumpkin Pancakes, and classic […]
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. This creamy corn soup is sweet and savory made with fresh sweet summer corn, thickened with a potato and topped with salty queso fresco or cotija cheese. Creamy Corn Soup with Queso Fresco I love this soup, and this is the perfect time of year to make it with summer […]
posted August 19, 2022 by Gina This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. A free 7-day, flexible weight loss meal plan including breakfast, lunch and dinner ideas and a shopping list. All recipes include macros and links to WW recipe builder to get your personal points. 7 Day Healthy Meal Plan I’m trying to hang on to […]
This easy Italian Chicken recipe is a flavor-packed meal that demands only 20 minutes of prep, comes together on a single sheet pan, and can be adapted to include just about any vegetable. Pin this recipe on Pinterest to save for later Pin It! Sheet pan chicken recipes are true heroes in our household (along with these other one-pan meal […]
