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Cherry Limeade Smoothie

June 1, 2016 by Melanie 8 Comments

Cherry Limeade Smoothie

Satisfy your Sonic Drive-In craving for a Cherry Limeade with a healthier, lower sugar alternative Cherry Limeade Smoothie. Any Sonic Drive-In lovers out there? For some reason that place just screams summer to me. I grew up with it as it was next to my middle and high school and I only allow my kids to…

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Filed Under: Drinks/Smoothies Tagged With: apple juice, cherry limeade, copy cat, easy, limes, smoothie

Coconut Almond Butter Cups {Paleo + Vegan}

May 27, 2016 by Melanie 7 Comments

Coconut Almond Butter Cups {Paleo + Vegan}

Easy homemade Coconut Almond Butter Cups are better than any store bought candy- Paleo, Gluten Free and Vegan Options! Hope you are all enjoying summer. I have to admit it’s been a little crazier than I remembered. Little people sure are high maintenance! I think I hear my door open and close a couple hundred…

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Filed Under: Desserts, Gluten Free, Kid-Friendly, Other Tagged With: almond butter, chocolate, coconut flour, coconut oil, dessert, gluten free, healthy treat, paleo, treat, vegan

Antipasto Salad

May 22, 2016 by Melanie 5 Comments

Antipasto Salad

All the flavors from an Antipasto Platter, turned into a bite size salad, perfect for “Tapas night” or al fresco dining, picnic style.  The theme of this month’s Recipe Redux is “Small Plates for Sunny Days: Small plates are perfect for trying many different tastes. Take tapas style eating outside for alfresco dining or a…

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Filed Under: Salads Tagged With: antipasto, appetizer, balsamic vinaigrette, cheese, gluten free, pepperoni, recipe redux, salad, simple, tapas

Vegan Pesto Spaghetti Squash

May 20, 2016 by Melanie 10 Comments

Vegan Pesto Spaghetti Squash

Easy vegan pesto pairs perfectly with a spaghetti squash for a nutritious side dish.  School’s out for summer! School’s out forever! I’ve had that song in my head for days. I have officially hit the I don’t feel like cooking meals anymore stage. I think I am preparing myself for lazy summer days, but I am…

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Filed Under: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetables, Vegetarian Tagged With: basil, easy, gluten free, kale, microwave, pesto, side dish, spaghetti squash, vegan, walnuts

Mediterranean Chicken Wrap

May 18, 2016 by Melanie 12 Comments

Mediterranean Chicken Wrap

Greek salad, seasoned chicken and a layer of hummus make up this tasty wrap.  Love a good sandwich wrap? Look no further! This Mediterranean Chicken wrap is super yummy and can be portable if you are eating on the go. First, I forgot to tell you about the weekend’s yard sale, as I sit here…

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Filed Under: Poultry, Sandwiches, Vegan-adaptable Tagged With: chicken, gluten free adaptable, Greek salad, Greek seasoning, hummus, Mediterranean, olives, whole grains, whole wheat, wrap

10 Tips For Gluten Free Road Trips

May 16, 2016 by Melanie 4 Comments

10 Tips For Gluten Free Road Trips

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Van’s Foods. All opinions are entirely my own. It’s Celiac Awareness month and summer is approaching so what better time to talk about the best tips for gluten free road trips. If you aren’t familiar, Celiac disease, is an autoimmune disease that is caused…

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Filed Under: Gluten Free, Nutrition & Wellness Tagged With: Celiac disease, gluten free, gluten free tips, nutrition tips, road trip, sponsored, summer travel

Creamy Minty Mango Popsicles {Vegan}

May 13, 2016 by Melanie 10 Comments

Creamy Minty Mango Popsicles {Vegan}

Our microwave has been broken for weeks. It’s a bummer for two reasons mostly 1) the reheat of my morning coffee and 2) reheating leftovers for the kids. It’s amazing how we forget what a convenience item it is, but after about 3 weeks I am now used to reheating everything in small pots. Except my…

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Filed Under: Gluten Free, Kid-Friendly, Vegan Tagged With: coconut milk, dairy-free, frozen treat, gluten free, healthy, healthy treat, kid friendly, mango, mint, popsicle, summertime, vegan

31 Fresh Summertime Lemonade Recipes

May 11, 2016 by Melanie 10 Comments

31 Fresh Summertime Lemonade Recipes

Next Thursday is the last day of school for my two oldest (1st and 3rd grade will be done and done!), which means 9 more days until summer break! Woo hoo! I am most excited for lazy days of not having to rush kids out the door, plus a little distraction for my two little ones at…

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Filed Under: Drinks/Smoothies, Roundup Tagged With: beverages, drinks, fresh lemons, fruit, homemade lemonade, lemonade, party drinks, summertime

5 Reasons To Fuel Your Workout With Peanuts #PeanutPower

May 6, 2016 by Melanie 4 Comments

5 Reasons To Fuel Your Workout With Peanuts #PeanutPower

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Planters. The opinions and text are all mine.  I have mentioned before we are a nut loving family. It’s rare for all six of us to love the same food, so it makes me happy to fill our pantry with something that will be enjoyed by…

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Filed Under: Nutrition & Wellness Tagged With: fitness, fitness fuel, gluten free, healthy snacking, healthy snacks, peanuts, snacks, sponsored

Caprese Salad Over Grilled Eggplant

May 2, 2016 by Melanie 10 Comments

Caprese Salad Over Grilled Eggplant

Refreshing Caprese Salad served over grilled eggplant, with a drizzle of balsamic vinaigrette.  Summer salads continue over here (even though it’s not officially summer). If I feel like I am getting off track with healthy eating, I always turn to salad. I find them very satisfying and I am not talking about a basic garden…

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Filed Under: Salads, Vegan-adaptable, Vegetables, Vegetarian Tagged With: basil, Caprese salad, easy, eggplant, grill, mozzarella, salad, tomatoes

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