Sweet berries, fresh herbs, tangy cheese and a citrusy dressing make a perfect brunch salad. We are on the countdown to summer here- only 3 more weeks! And we are already having the brighter mornings and warmer weather. The kids and I are already planning out the things we’ll do. Bowling, swimming, crafts, sleeping in…
15 Packable Salad Recipes
Most people don’t think of salad as something to make ahead of time without a mess of wilted leaves, but there are definitely ways to get around it. Here are some tips for making a salad more “brown bag” friendly, apart from the obvious which is packing your dressing in a separate container: Use hearty greens…
Curried Chicken Salad
A little Greek yogurt added in to the mayonnaise based dressing, reduces the overall fat but still gives it that creamy texture. A pop of flavor from the curry is a great addition. There are many times I wish that the first three years of my blog would just vanish from existence. I had no…
Open Face Veggie Cheese Toast With Mustard Vinaigrette
Looking for more healthy breakfast meals ideas? This toasted english muffin with veggies and creamy spreadable cheese makes a delicious start to the day. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by Real California Milk products and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for…
Applesauce Muffins {Whole Grain}
You’ll taste hints of cinnamon and nutmeg in these super duper moist applesauce muffins. I used to make an applesauce cake, which is simple and delicious but pretty high in sugar. The strange thing is that it didn’t even taste overly sweet. 2 cups of sugar….break that down per serving and it’s too much to…
Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp {Gluten Free}
Sweet buttery Hawaiian garlic shrimp, a quick fix meal that will take you back to the island. In anticipation of our trip to Hawaii this summer (come on end of June!!), I bring you these Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp. One bite of these brings back so many memories. We were lucky enough to have lived in…
Chocolate Raspberry Frozen Yogurt Bites {Gluten Free}
These individual frozen yogurt bites are a fun way to incorporate whole grain gluten-free granola, fresh fruit and Greek yogurt. Less than 100 calories per serving! This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Van’s Foods. All opinions are entirely my own. One of the top food trends of 2016 is better-for-you…
Baked Chicken Flautas {Gluten Free}
These easy baked chicken flautas will totally satisfy your Mexican craving with less calories! Baked chicken flautas are fun to make at home and fun to eat- dip them in salsa, guacamole or sour cream- yum! Hi friends! We had a nice, relaxing weekend recovering from Easter and spring break in San Antonio. I was…
One Pan Chicken and Vegetables
This super simple One Pan Chicken and Vegetables is perfect for those wanting clean eating recipes with minimal effort. Paleo and low carb too! It’s Recipe Redux day and the theme is: 7-Ingredient (Or Less) Recipes “It’s Income Tax Season, so our brains could use some easy arithmetic; as in seven-ingredient-or-less recipes. Show us the…
Parmesan and Pecan Crusted Oven Fried Chicken
This Paresan and Pecan Crusted Oven Fried Chicken will totally satisfy a craving for fried comfort food. Well I guess now that soccer season is over for us (and it was a great undefeated one for my 9 year old I will have to say) it’s time for me to get back to cooking more….
