Craving a big ole bowl of spaghetti? Try this Spaghetti Squash Bowl instead! Fill up on antioxidants and fiber, instead of heavy carbohydrates that are higher in calories and lower in nutrients, with spaghetti squash and still get that savory Italian flavor you desire! This dish is so satisfying and versatile and is sure to be a family-favorite and please any pasta-lover!
Meal Makeover
Meal Makeover: Healthy Green Goddess Deviled Eggs (Gluten-free & Dairy-free)
RecipeCommentYou may be winding down from one Holiday, but I am already gearing up for the next celebration this Holiday Season! In need of a healthy Holiday appetizer to take to your next dinner party? Look no further than my healthier version of Deviled Eggs, made with heart-healthy fats and absolutely no mayo or any diary for that matter!
Meal Makeover: Healthy Pumpkin Cheesecake (Gluten-free and no added sugars)!
RecipeCommentBelieve it or not, the Holidays are right around the corner! Have no fear, I have the perfect HEALTHY Holiday dessert that even the greatest Pumpkin Cheesecake connoisseur will love! Trust me, no one will know that this dessert is actually healthy, made with wholesome ingredients, and is gluten-free and free of added sugars!
Meal Makeover: Grain-Free Vanilla Cupcakes with Chocolate Avocado Frosting
RecipeCommentLooking for a healthier dessert option for your next birthday party or celebratory event? Well look no further for I have the BEST Grain-Free Cupcake recipe (with no added sugars or butter) that is free of gluten and guilt, but packed with nutrients and deliciousness! That's right, now you can Have your (Cup)cake and eat it too!
Meal Made in Minutes: Lightened-up Italian Chicken & Mozzarella Dish
RecipeCommentLooking for a Traditional Italian Dish that is full of flavor, yet lacking unnecessary calories and fat and can be made and on the table in under 10 minutes? Then look no further than this week's Meal Made in Minutes that also doubles as a Meal Makeover with a few minor tweaks to boost the nutrient factor while reducing the calories and fat found in most traditional Italian dishes. Trust me, you won't regret the makeover!
Meal Makeover: Zucchini Pancakes with Creamy Dill Sauce
Recipe1 CommentLooking for a savory dinner that's actually healthy and delicious? Then look no further than this meal makeover of a classic Ukrainian dish! With a little tweaking of ingredients, these Zucchini Pancakes with Creamy Dill Sauce will knock your socks off with their crispy and creamy texture and please even the pickiest of taste buds! Don't believe me? Give it a try and see for yourself!
Meal Makeover: Fresh Caprese Pizza with Smoked Salmon (Gluten-Free)
RecipeCommentCraving PIZZA, but don't want the high-calorie, high-saturated fat, and belly bloat that usually comes with typical restaurant-style or frozen pizza? Well have no fear! I am hear to tell you that homemade pizza with fresh, wholesome ingredients can fit into ANY balanced diet! Let me introduce you to this week's Meal Makeover recipe - Fresh Caprese Pizza with Smoked Salmon!
Recipe Feature: Zoodles with Creamy Guacamole Sauce (Gluten-Free)
RecipeCommentHappy Sunday! Looking for a quick and healthy dinner for meal prep next week? Try my lighter version of Spaghetti with Alfredo Sauce, without the excess calories, saturated fat, and guilt! Introducing my Creamy Guacamole Sauce that is super simple to make and beyond delicious! Plus, it's packed with heart-healthy fats and fiber (thanks to the avocado)!
Recipe Feature: Banana and Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins (Gluten-free)
RecipeCommentLooking for a quick grab-and-go breakfast (or snack, or dessert) option to meal prep for the week that won't derail your healthy eating? Then whip up these healthy and delicious Banana and Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins that are packed with flavor (hello Chocolate!) and protein (without the flour, oil, and added sugars in traditional muffins)!
Meal Makeover: Healthy Chicken Enchiladas (Gluten Free, Dairy-Free optional)
Recipe2 CommentsThere's nothing like your Momma's Chicken Enchiladas... and nothing quite as high-calorie and high in fat! Craving this savory dish, but don't want the unnecessary calories or saturated fat? Check out my Meal Makeover Recipe for Healthy Chicken Enchiladas! Trust me, you won't miss the excess cheese or the guilt that may come after eating the old-school version of this family favorite dish!
Recipe Feature: Chicken and Brown Rice Casserole (Gluten Free)
RecipeCommentIf you are meal prepping for the week and craving a hearty casserole dish (without the excess calories and high saturated fat & sodium content) then I have the perfect Chicken and Brown Rice Casserole for you! Check out the simple recipe for this delicious and satisfying casserole dish that will fill you with wholesome nutrients and childhood memories of your grandma's famous casserole!
Recipe Feature: Coconut Flour Pizza Crust (Gluten Free)
RecipeCommentMeal Makeover: Clean Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad
RecipeCommentSpring is in the air! And I have just the perfect light and refreshing recipe that can be made in minutes and won't make you break a sweat in the kitchen as the temps rise outside! Not to mention, it's a healthier version of traditional Chicken Salad that the whole family will love (and not miss the Mayo)!
Recipe Feature: Spaghetti Squash Turkey Boats
RecipeCommentRecipe Feature: Shrimp and Zoodle Brown RIce Pad Thai
RecipeCommentIt's Sunday!! That means it's time for this week's Recipe Feature and I am so excited to share my delicious (healthy) spin on Peanut Sauce and how to increase your vegetable intake and still enjoy a hearty Pad Thai! Here's the super simple recipe for a quick, hearty, and healthy dinner you can make this week!
Recipe Feature: Cocoa Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins (Flourless)
RecipeCommentFebruary has been a month full of celebrations! While I love celebrating others (and eating chocolate), I don't love the empty calories and questionable ingredients in most baked goods and desserts. That makes for a perfect opportunity to test out a new recipe that I have been working on for Cocoa Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins! And let me tell you, they were a hit!
Meal Makeover: Healthy Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip
RecipeCommentIt's SUPER BOWL SUNDAY!! Even though my beloved New England Patriots did NOT make it to the Super Bowl this year, the show (game) still must go on. To tell you the truth, I am more excited about the delicious food that will be at the Super Bowl Party we are going to tonight, especially since I am bringing my famous (healthier) Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip! Here's the super easy recipe!
Meal Made in Minutes: Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip
RecipeCommentNow that you are recovering from a fun-filled weekend, you may be struggling to get yourself together and meal prep for the work-week ahead. Have no fear! I have the perfect recipe for you to whip up a quick and healthy meal that will keep you full and satisfied all week long (and makes for an awesome Super Bowl Sunday Crockpot appetizer to share with your family and friends next weekend)!!
Meal Makeover: BBQ Chicken and Sweet Potato Noodles
RecipeCommentFirst Meal Makeover of 2016 and it is a winner, winner, (BBQ) chicken dinner! Here is my modified recipe for an all-time favorite meal made healthier! Most recipes for BBQ chicken are high in fat and sodium and are often paired with other high-fat, high-calorie foods. Not this BBQ Chicken meal! I found the easiest recipe for a healthy crockpot BBQ chicken and I paired it with sweet potato noodles for a savory and sweet balanced meal.
Meal Made in Minutes: Chocolate and Peanut Butter Chia Pudding
RecipeCommentJust look at that bowl of deliciousness! This recipe takes about 5 minutes to make and when you wake up you will have a perfect breakfast on-the-go, a mid-day pick-me-up snack, or a decadent dessert to top off your day! This disguised dessert is packed with heart-healthy Omega-3 Fatty Acids (thanks to the Chia seeds) and lean protein (thanks to the protein powder and peanut powder). Get the easy recipe here!