Crunchy Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies
Is there anything better than a freshly baked chocolate chip cookie? For me, it truly takes it out of the park when they're paleo, sugar free, grain free and dairy free - which these are! My sweet tooth is no joke, and these totally fulfill that. Don't get me wrong, I love a chewy chocolate chip cookie, but there's something special about an extra crunchy one too, don't ya think?! Let's get right into it! Paleo Sweetness Done Right Something that is always taken into consideration in my baking is what type of sweetener I'm going to use. In the wellness space,...
Lightened Up Chinese Chicken Salad
"Chickity China the Chinese chicken , you have a drumstick and your brain stops tickin'"...
Low-Carb Chicken Chimichangas
Can you believe it? A HEALTHY chimichanga? Well, ya better. This chimichanga recipe is not only low carb, but they're also down right delicious. Honestly these are just a new staple in our house and the sauce I made with it - don't even get me started! Let's fiesta right on into this recipe!! Chimichangas & Ditching the Deep Fry Traditionally when you think of Chimichangas, you think of the deep fried goodness that comes along with it. Thankfully with modern technology we can now turn to our oil-less air fryer to be the life saver in making everything 100x more tasty. Not...
Better for you (Chipotle) Burrito Bowls
Hands down Nick's favorite meal he ALWAYS wants for lunches or dinner are my healthy for you Chipotle Burrito Bowls. The amazing part? They're SO EASY and make you look like a little Suzie Home Maker! As with everything, a few healthy swaps and you're good to go. I'll walk you through the process, so don't fret! Chipotle Burrito Bowl Swaps Let's start with the base as if we were actually at Chipotle, shall we? They serve you typical rice. If you're in my household, you get a very nourishing, fiber packed Cauliflower rice. With all the seasonings, you would never know...
Bangin’ (Vegan) Beet Pesto
To be honest, I've totally been on a pesto craze as of late. I've also been on a beet pesto too if we're getting specific! It's ridiculously easy that anyone can do it, and it's a one dish staple that you can use throughout the week, not just on pasta but on salads, proteins, toasts, etc. I wanted to get creative since i accidentally ended up with a TON of beets, so I thought let's turn this into a fun pasta sauce! [gallery type="masonry" columns="2" size="full" ids="2317,2320"] Just Eat the Beet! Beets are super nutrient dense for very low cals, they're great for...
Drool Worthy Avocado Pesto Zoodles
First of all, zucchini noodles ae in my diet pretty much weekly, without fail. That being said, I'm always looking for different ways to serve and flavor them. This week, I decided to try out a pesto version and it turned out SO WELL! I'm really excited to share this with you all, as it was amazingly easy too. Literally two dishes and easy clean up makes for a happy me (or Nick, ha!) [gallery type="masonry" columns="2" size="full" ids="2201,2199"] Getting the Best(o) Pesto! Pine nuts are one of the stars of the pesto show always, which is great because it is an amazing...
Low-Carb, Veggie-Heavy Turkey Chili!
I don't know about you, but every Fall, I look forward to making Turkey Chili! It's such a heart warming dish that is so filling and decadent. It's like, you can't believe it's healthy - but it is!! This specific chili is LOADED with veggies, protein and fiber, so it will definitely keep you full and have you feeling satisfied through the colder months. [gallery size="full" columns="2" type="masonry" ids="2101,2104"] Typical Chili vs. Low Carb, Heavy Veggie Chili This veggie chili has a TON of goodies, including cauliflower rice. It helps with bone health and helps strength your immune system. Additionally, I chose to...
Quick & Easy Banza Chickpea Pasta Salad
This weekend I spent my Friday night doing what you do best during #SummerTimeChi - rooftop BBQ-ing! It was my best friend Kylee’s birthday, so I wanted to put together something that I knew she would love (hint - it includes a healthy pasta swap - chickpea pasta!) Honestly, one of my absolute favorite parts about summer is grilling with the people I love, sipping on wine and diving into the delish dishes while enjoying the beautiful weather. I’m meant to be outside in the warmth ALWAYS! :) An ideal BBQ for me includes TONS of grilled veggies, chicken skewers with...
Thai Pineapple Cauliflower Fried Rice
Despite this whole cauliflower craze, I’m still NOT sick of it! To be honest, cauliflower is probably one of the best vegetables for ALL sorts of substitutions - fries, pizza, pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, etc. You name it, cauliflower can replace it - it’s a miracle worker! This dish is amazingly easy and will impress the hell out of your guests serving it this way! [gallery type="grid" columns="2" size="full" ids="1822,1821,1819,1823"] But why Cauliflower?! Not to mention the many benefits of cauliflower including that it is packed with Vitamin C and Vitamin K, aids in digestion, fights inflammation, helps your eye health and is...
Turmeric Chicken Salad Collard Wraps
Sundays are for meal prep, am I right? What better for lunches than a Turmeric Chicken Salad Collard Wrap?! It sounds UBER fancy, however these were surprisingly EASY to prepare (like most things I do food-wise, honestly.) I've been seeing these wraps for years, and always wanted to try them, but I was kind of intimidated to be honest - but you don't have to be! I can assure you, it was easy as 1,2,3 AND freaking delish. I decided to fill my wraps with a Turmeric Chicken Egg Salad concoction and it turned out absolutely delectable. Why the Turmeric?...