Simple AF *No* Chicken Noodle Soup
I had a little cold a few weeks back (no, it wasn't COVID!), and this soup BROUGHT ME BACK to life!! Not to mention, it was as simple as can be, which I needed, given my state of just needing rest at the time. Whether you're nursing a cold or just looking to warm up this winter, this simple AF *NO* Chicken Noodle Soup is for you! And you truly won't believe how easy it is. Let's dive into what you'll need...
Easy Plant Based Tzatziki & Air-Fried Falafel
Is anyone as obsessed with Greek food as I am?! It's always insanely satisfying and flavorful, and just transports me to the Mediterranean (which is probably my favorite place EVER - but I'm biased considering I met Nick there ;), more on that here.) This plant based tzatziki and air-fried falafel is not only packed with delicious, good for you ingredients, but it's also delicious and insanely simple to make too! Let's dive into it.. Plant Based Tzatziki & Air-Fried Falafel Deets! Let's cover the important ingredients and tools you'll need to execute this recipe. Here's the details: Sour Cream: I personally prefer...
Vegan Caprese Pasta Salad
This is one of those recipes that you will KEEP coming back to! Why you ask? Because this vegan caprese pasta salad is not only simple, but it's PACKED with delicious flavor. I'll be having it on repeat, no matter the season. Let's dive into it! Caprese Pasta Salad Specifics These ingredients are super simple, and you get to get in a ton of fresh herbs, which are packed with nutrients! Let's dive into what you will need, and my recommendations: Pasta: Of course! I used a Banza Chickpea Pasta so that I could pack in some protein into the meal, which I...
Tahini Kale Salald
There's truly nothing like a delicious kale salad, do you agree?! This one is PACKED with nutrients, full of flavor and unique too. It's not your average kale salad, if ya know what I mean ;). This could be amazing for lunch, dinner or a side -anything you'd like! Let's get into it...
Mushroom Pizzas
Want a super satisfying, delicious dinner idea? Well, here you go! Mushroom pizzas - they're versatile, amazing, simple and healthy. All of the boxes I need checked for my meals! This recipe is vegan, but can easily be swapped out depending on what products you decide to use. Let's get into it...
Copycat Paleo Filet-O-Fish
OK, confession time - my favorite sandwich from McDonald's (yes I used to eat there, I grew up in the 90's, lol) was always the Filet o Fish! Obviously I had to create a copycat paleo filet-o-fish! I've chatted about this before, but I always love to take typically 'not the best option for you' food and healthify it! I can't help myself. Let's dive into how I did it! Copycat Paleo Filet-O-Fish Breakdown! Alright, so as you can imagine, the McDonald's version of this sandwich has way more ingredients than I chose to use in this one. That being said, let's...
Low Carb Pad Thai
Pad Thai is hands down one of my favorite meals to eat out, so I had to make an easy, healthy version for myself to make at home. Enter: Low Carb Pad Thai! The flavors in the low carb pad thai are absolutely delicious and it's so simple to put together - a one pan meal in fact! Let's jump right in! Low Carb Pad Thai Details! As I mentioned, this recipe is so simple, but it's also great because it's insanely versatile. You can really make it with anything that you have on hand, so let's walk through that. Choose your...
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?...