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My friend Paige Hunter whipped us some deliciousness in June and made gluten-free banana nut bread. I was just thinking about it a moment ago so I thought I would post her recipe (and get ready to make some myself this weekend). Thanks so much for this delicious recipe Paige!!!! Not Your Ordinary, Plain Banana… Read More
Making a healthy dinner during busy weeks can be challenging and a good stir-fry can be a super easy weeknight meal. With limited time after work or running kids arounds, its sometimes easy to turn to unhealthy fast food or pizza. Lucky for us, there is stir-fry. Stir-fried dishes use a wide range of ingredients and are… Read More
Recipe and image from The New You Lifestyle with Lora Ulrich Cauliflower Tabouli is easy and a ‘cook-once-eat-twice (or more) recipe too. Plus it’s versatile. You can eat it as a side dish or as a meal. Make it a main meal just by adding your choice of protein. My favorites are black beans or grilled chicken breasts but you… Read More
COOKING TIP: How to Make a More Flavorful Vinaigrette (or Flavored Vinegar) I was making up some sliced cucumber with home-made vinaigrette last night and made the vinaigrette this way – definitely more flavor. When you usually make a simple vinaigrette (oil, vinegar, seasonings) you usually mix the o & v, seasonings all at once. This… Read More
Easy Grilled Avocados Recipe Fire up the grill and sear some ripe avocados for the unexpected with this grilled avocados recipe – an easy recipe + real treat during a summer cookout. (Not outside grilling right now, you can also use this for a baked avocado recipe too.) Ingredients 2 ripe, fresh Hass Avocados, seed removed 2 Tbsp. fresh lime… Read More
Eating healthy, good carbs (low-glycemic or slow metabolizing, higher fiber) balanced with higher protein & healthy fats is critical to weight-loss success; not only for shedding fat but keeping it off once you lose it. It’s also good for overall health, more energy, mental clarity, and true vitality. Snacking is important because it keeps your… Read More
This is a delicious avocado and beet salad that is perfect on its own or as a side to grilled chicken or pork. Tasty with hint of citrus from the sexy orange vinaigrette. You’ll want to double the recipe the second time you make it. Try it tonight or this weekend – you’ll… Read More
How to keep your avocados from turning brown If you’re like me, you love avocado. I love to eat it on toast, in salads, baked and just about any different way you can make it. Since we don’t want to eat a whole avocado all at once, storing them is a must. Don’t you hate… Read More
After buying too many English Cucumbers (I can’t resist a ‘5 for’ sale) when I was grocery shopping, I needed to get them prepped and I wanted to find some different ways to serve. Of course i have my two favorite ways – raw cut for eating with hummus or nut butter and a… Read More
My mum makes up the best salads! Some she finds in her reading of cookbooks, cooking magazines or watching cooking shows and others she just whips up. This one she made on the 4th of July and we all enjoyed it! Simple Summer Delight Salad Ingredients: Large head romaine or 2 smaller 1 cup black beans… Read More
My favorite plant based nutrition shake WAs on the Dr. Oz Show on Tuesday July 7th. Here’s what was shared about pure and simple Nutrimeal Free and healthy + working out tips. Life is busy, and it’s not slowing down anytime soon! Having a quick, healthy meal option that actually tastes good is super important…especially… Read More
These low calorie, low fat, low sugar, low carb brownies have the extra boost of zucchini goodness. If you add carrot, even more goodness disquised in a sweet treat. Chocolate Zucchini Muffins Ingredients: 1/4 c. unsweetened applesauce 1/4 c. natural peanut, sunflower or almond butter 1 egg yolk (see Martha Stewart’s easy way to get… Read More
Basil, tomato, balsamic – I love the combination. The recipe below calls for mozzarella cheese but if you are dairy free, just omit (or replace with a black olive) – I promise they are just as tasty to eat without. Caprese Skewers Look for the longer, decorative skewers in the paper plate/picnic aisle. Ingredients… Read More
Cucumber Salsa – A Refreshing Summer Salsa Recipe Did you know cucumbers belong to the same plant family as squash, pumpkin, and watermelon? And that cucumbers are made up of mostly water (95%)? This means eating can help you stay hydrated. Plus, they are filling so they make a great snack that helps keep your weight in check… Read More
Doesn’t this just look DELICIOUS! It has been a hot and humid summer so far this year and on some days, grilled watermelon just hits the spot. This watermelon has an intensified sweetness combined with a little smokienes. This blending of summer flavors makes it a splendid treat. Grilled Watermelon Ingredients: 1 medium seedless watermelon, ripe but not… Read More
Hummus is a great snack but store bought brands are really low in protein, throwing off the balance with fats & carbs. Most have only 1 gram of protein and if you are lucky, you may find some with 2 grams and some more local brands may have as much as 3 grams. I’ve found a… Read More
Here is a great QUICK CUP of CHICKEN recipe that is great for lunch or dinner. I found this in Cooking Light Magazine Summer Cooking June 2015 and have made it before. Both kids and adults love it + it is really easy. Toasted Almond Chicken Salad in Bibb Lettuce Cups Rotisserie chicken is a great… Read More
Why are smoothies important for breakfast? Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and sometimes it just doesn’t fit into our schedule the way it should. How we begin the day will determine how the rest of the day goes. It will determine if we feel energized or if we feel dragging with… Read More
I so love onion, particiuarly red or purple onion. It has been a favorite of mine for years. This red onion jam is so good you’ll be looking for ways to serve it. Try it on beef or veggie burger, in a lettuce wrap, on a salad or even top off your morning eggs with… Read More
A HEALTHY SUMMER PASTA SALAD Missy Bird loves to cook and she also loves to find healthy recipes. When I saw this one, I knew she had a winner! 🙂 Thanks Missy – see you in August! Guest Contributor: Missy Bird From: USANA Test Kitchen Barbecue season is officially in full swing and cookouts are… Read More
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