Creamy, rich and super flavorful Butternut Squash Farro Risotto, folded in butter and parmigiano, and finished with fresh sage. If you never made risotto, this is the recipe to try! INSTANT POT SUNDAY SERIES – WEEK ONE Welcome, welcome friends… I am super excited to be running this series, starting today and hopefully continue toRead More »
Maple Glazed Green Beans With Parmesan Panko
Maple glazed Green Beans tossed in olive oil and garlic, roasted with blistering cranberries and topped with toasted parmesan panko. This recipe is more then just a colorful twist on our favorite holiday side dish, but a fun and delicious way to serve it up with cheer! I am careful whenever I try to playRead More »
No-Bake Low Carb Zucchini Roll Ups
Easy no-bake low carb Zucchini Roll Ups with guacamole, carrots, celery and mixed greens stuffed in a whole peperoncini! It’s easy to eat like a bunny when you have zucchini, carrots and fresh greens abundantly growing right in your back yard! Every bite is so fresh, crunchy and delicious, sometimes you justRead More »
Original Creamy Chickpea Hummus
This original hummus recipe is ultra creamy with settled flavors that are easy to like. Make this hummus your one way ticket to better eating, more nutrition and great health! Sometimes even a big veggie eater can use a little something spreadable to help nibble down a pile high of delicious crunchy veggies. Vegetables is somethingRead More »
Sheet Pan Dinner For Two Salmon & Veggies
Sheet pan dinner for two with salmon and veggies, low carb complete meal packed with veggies and ready in 20 minutes! Sheet pan dinners are seriously one of the best things ever invented! Although this method of cooking probably has been around for as long as there have been people eating BUT I am glad it’s back because IRead More »
Sheet Pan Roasted Veggies
Sheet Pan Roasted Veggies (vegetarian, vegan); a delicious combination of flavors and infused oil to make the perfect light, healthy and vibrant vegetable side! Sheet Pan Veggies and I, would like to announce that we are currently in a love/need relationship with no plans to slow down. Hehehe ? So, while this may sound funny to you,Read More »
Garlic Parmesan Butternut Squash
Garlic Parmesan Butternut Squash; give this low-carb classic side dish a delicious twist and a whole lot of flavor! Butternut Squash is delicious winter vegetable that is much appreciated for its sweet, nutty and mild flavor. I personally love making Butternut Squash Soup, roasting it for dinner, adding to Beef Stews or making Squash Boats.Read More »
Sweet Potato Shrimp Skillet
Sweet Potato Shrimp Skillet; this low-carb, gluten-free meal has the perfect combination of winter veggies, spices and herbs for a quick and tasty dinner. These days I am all about quick’n easy dinners like this Sheet Pan Salmon that I made last week, One Pot Pastas and Slow Cooker recipes. The reason is pretty simple; time. Yah, thisRead More »
Easy Baked Pasta with Ground Beef
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #FamilyPastaTime #CollectiveBias Easy Baked Pasta with Ground Beef; this family favorite recipe is a delicious and complete 25-minute meal, perfect for your busy weeknights. With our family’s work and school schedule, along with sports and social activities in fullRead More »
Roasted Tomato & Mushroom Garlicky Sauce
Roasted Tomato and Cremini Mushroom Sauce; this rustic Paleo (P) and Gluten-free (GF) garlicky chunky sauce can add a whole lot of flavor to any meal. This sauce serves well over pasta, pizza, quinoa, rice or your grain of choice, as well as over vegetables and meat. September can be an overwhelming month for manyRead More »
Nutty Garden Buddha Bowl
This garden inspired Vegan Buddha Bowl is jammed packed with healthy fats, protein, fiber and nutrients from a delicious combination of flavors such as pistachios, yucca root, roasted tomatoes and sautéed collard greens. A truly filling and comforting meal for your everyday life! I know what you might be thinking. This plate looks rather familiar… right?Read More »
Roasted Tomato & Asparagus Quiche
This savory roasted tomato and asparagus quiche has the best flavors of summer. A simple and easy dish you can make for breakfast, lunch or dinner! Hiya all, how is your summer going so far? I have been enjoying every minute of it and trying to convert the less exciting times into a blessing, after allRead More »
Morning Glory Healthy Muffins
Make your mornings a lot simpler with a batch of these delicious hearty and healthy Morning Glory Muffins! Mornings can be a stressful time for some families, even in the summer. The no school schedule, although very enjoyable, puts us all in a different morning schedule which can jeopardize the first {and most important} meal ofRead More »
Spicy Veggie Burger (Vegan + GF)
This Spicy Veggie Burger is packed with flavors from carefully selected spices such as cumin, paprika and turmeric infused into a delicious puree of sweet potato and chickpeas. Adjust the spiciness to taste and enjoy this mouthwatering veggie burger with your salad of choice, tomato, onion slices and fresh avocado! Summer is finally here!Read More »
15 Healthy Side Dishes on the Grill
Summer would not be complete if it wasn’t for the gratifying sound of sizzling food on a firing hot grill. While I can easily get pumped up whenever I am in my kitchen chopping, tossing and stirring, my level of excitement can surpass any other, if I am to cook on a grill. I think my otherRead More »
Roasted Chicken With Farro Spring Garden
This roasted chicken with farro and fresh spring veggies is a delightful and complete dinner recipe that you can easily prepare for a week night meal. I simply cannot run away from the fact that I love my grains. Growing up in Brazil, we would eat rice and beans every day. The meat choicesRead More »
Rainbow Salad
Enjoy this fun and colorful rainbow salad raw or lightly steamed. The amazing flavors of beet root, sweet potato and zucchini work incredibly well together. Tossed with blueberries, cauliflower florets and fresh basil garnished with a simple olive oil based dressing, this rainbow salad will bring joy to the table. Perfect for Vegans, rawRead More »
Vitamin C Anti-Inflammatory Juice
Feeling a little under the weather? This refreshing juice can give your immune system a boost and help you fight diseases and inflammation. This is a deliciously citrusy juice to enjoy with your health breakfast. Hello Dearest Reader! I am excited to share this healing juice recipe with you for two special reasons; As part ofRead More »