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Summer Peach Salad
This salad is not average! It’s a combination of essential summer flavors, yet light and filling. It can be served as a side dish at a summer get-together, or a main dish all on its own.
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Everything Bagel
This has got to be one of my all-time favorite breakfasts. Sliced in half with vegan cream cheese and fresh basil and chives makes this bagel stand out from the rest. Although it takes a bit of a time commitment (around 2 hours), it’s completely worth it, and all of the steps are very easy!Advertisement
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Homemade Tortillas
This is a sure way to make your next taco night extra special! Adding homemade tortillas, either corn or flour (I’ve done both), adds that extra level of homemade flavor to your meal. This can be a time consuming activity, but if you have an extra hour or so, I’d recommend trying to make your…
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Spicy Thai Broccoli and Bell Peppers with Sweet Potatoes and Rice
Hello again! As I make my way through the month of January, I have been reflecting, re-committing, and I’ve been cold! This spicy Thai-inspired dish is a sure way to stay warm and cozy – It’s packed with veggies and is incredibly filling and scrumptious. It’s a one-pot dish, so cleanup is a breeze, and…
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Falafel with Tahini Drizzle
Updated: January 2022 As we are rolling into March and the days are finally getting longer and warmer, I’ve been re-evaluating and fine-tuning my daily routine. My personality is the type that has to plan, research, and think about things in depth before doing and committing to them, so needless to say it can take…
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Linguine with Roasted Cauliflower and Pesto Sauce
Hello and happy January! In the season of new year’s resolutions, new habits, self-care, and personal growth, I am going to start posting more often. This means trying more new recipes, being creative, and doing lots of research. It also allows me to share my love for good (generally) healthy food that nourishes the body…
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Shaved Brussels Sprout Slaw
This is a great side dish, or you can load up your bowl for a super healthy main dish! Ingredients 2 lb brussels sprouts 1 cup cherry tomatoes 1/2 red onion 12 oz frozen corn, thawed 8 oz black olives 1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 2 tbsp dijon mustard 1 tbsp…
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Mediterranean Bowl
This is a great weeknight recipe! It’s pretty easy to toss together and very healthy and tasty as well. Ingredients 1 head of cauliflower 2-4 sweet potatoes, depending on size 2 cups cooked chickpeas 1 red onion 1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 lemon, juiced 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup 2 tsp salt 1 tsp…
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Chana Saag (Chickpea and Spinach)
This is an incredibly flavorful dish that’s pretty easy to make, for anyone who has no experience cooking Indian food. There are a couple of special spices, but most of the ingredients you probably already are familiar with and may have in your pantry already. Note: This recipe is spicy! I would say this is…
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Breakfast Hash
I’m the type that has always struggled with what to eat for breakfast. Some days it’s nothing or just coffee, and others it’s something quick and easy but not sustaining. I came across a recipe for hash and modified it slightly, making it even more filling and delicious! The best part is, it’s all in…
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Veggie Pizza
Hey there! If you occasionally like to indulge in less-than-nutritionally-perfect meals, this one is definitely for you! While it’s still a comfort food, this pizza is totally homemade and loaded with delicious veggie toppings. Prepare the homemade pizza dough crust (see recipe here). Meanwhile, prepare toppings. Caramelized Onions Ingredients: 1 large yellow onion, diced 4…
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Moroccan Tagine
This is one of our favorite recipes because of the bold spices and memories we have from Morocco. I have yet to invest in an actual tagine (the dome-shaped dish it’s named for), this dish can easily be made in a stock pot. Although I’ve already shared a tagine recipe, this one is a little…
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Hummus
This is a staple food around our house. It’s the perfect snack because it’s healthy and versatile and most importantly, it’s actually filling and doesn’t leave you hungrier! This is another super easy recipe, it’s simply adding the ingredients to a food processor or blender and watching it go! I am going to work on…
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Thai Noodle Curry
Thai flavors meets comfort food… Ingredients: ¼ cup Olive Oil Salt and Pepper 5 Garlic Cloves, minced 2 medium Bell Peppers, diced 2 medium Yellow Onions, diced 3 tbsp Red Curry Paste 2 tbsp fresh Ginger, grated 8 cups Vegetable Broth 1 can Coconut Milk 8 oz. Rice Noodles 3 tbsp Brown Sugar 1 bunch…
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Wild Rice and Vegetable Soup
Autumn has filled the air here in Texas, and there’s nothing I love more for dinner than hot, comforting soup. It’s filling, it warms my body, and it’s super healthy and delicious! You could really add whatever vegetables you want to this fall favorite, and this recipe makes enough for 6-8 servings, so you’ll definitely…
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Thai Pineapple Fried Rice
Hello and happy Tuesday! It’s the beginning of the week and I always like to start the week off right with a meal that makes leftovers, because with everything else going on in my busy daily life (more details to come), as much as I enjoy food and cooking, sometimes I just want to come…
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Indian Red Lentil Dal
with Mushrooms, Sprouts, and Basmati Rice Lately I have been refocusing on food and putting extra effort into making wholesome yet delicious meals and new recipes. I love Indian food, which is why I jumped at the chance to make dal. Like many others, I was under the impression that cooking Indian food was going…
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Delicious Pesto Pasta
with Tomatoes, Asparagus, and Green Peas Hello everyone! What a gorgeous Monday it is today here in Texas – I woke up feeling so refreshed and ready to take on today. Lately it seems that I’ve really been into healthier versions of comfort foods, so today I’ll be sharing a recipe right on trend! For…
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Berber Tagine
Happy Sunday! I’m so excited that it’s finally June, which means all the joys of summer and warm weather will begin. Everything will be in full bloom, there will be outdoor nightlife activities, and (hopefully) we will be hosting pool parties soon! All that said, it’s been months since we came back from Morocco and…
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Vegetarian Chili
So of course chili is usually reserved for the colder months, but when you pair it with some fresh avocado slices, salsa, and crunchy watercress, it turns into such a bright and diverse dish that you can enjoy any time of the year! Also, this recipe is super quick to throw together if you prep…
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Fresh Salsa
Hello! It’s been a while since I’ve taken the time to share some new recipes, as we have been very busy here lately (details to come). Over Memorial Day weekend, I knew I would have a whole extra day to dedicate to cooking and sharing recipes, so I hope you enjoy! This fresh salsa is…
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Vegetable Korma
I want to firstly say, I can’t believe I don’t make Indian food more often. My husband and I are both huge fans of the spicy cuisine, and to add to that, my husband’s Mom is from India! During her visits with us, she has taught me many things about many different dishes, but the…
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Mexican Street Corn
This is possibly my favorite side dish of all time because it pairs so well with my favorite food group – Mexican food. I grew up with Mexican food and it was always a part of family gatherings (especially Easter), but as a family we always ate very traditional Mexican food (probably because it was…
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Sweet Beet Juice
Beets are known to aid in heart, liver, and blood pressure health, but are also high in several vitamins and minerals, including potassium and folate. I have been making juice in large batches and adding it into my morning routine for a super-charged start to the day!
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Veggie Tacos
Updated October 2021 Ingredients: 1 yellow onion, diced 3 bell peppers, cut lengthwise into strips 2 roma tomatoes, diced 12 oz frozen corn 12 oz baby bella mushroom, sliced 12 oz black beans (or whatever beans you prefer) olive oil ¼ cup cilantro, chopped ¼ tsp paprika ¼ tsp cayenne pepper ¼ tsp cumin ¼…
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Potato Gnocchi
As summer is ending and autumn is right around the corner, I’ve been starting to crave some heavier dishes. This gnocchi is incredibly delicious and easy to make. You can pair it with a variety of sauces, so it’s pretty versatile as well. Step 1: Boiling the Potatoes Step 2: Work the Dough Step 3:…
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