Ginger Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Dressing

One could say I’ve been off the wagon the past couple weeks, partly excuses of a busy month and partly some recipe fails in the kitchen that were no-where near worthy of the blog. No fear, this recipe is brining me back to my happy place. Anyone like lettuce wraps? Yep, I thought so. Wonderful! Here is a fast and healthful, Asian inspired chicken lettuce wrap.

Shrimp Fried Rice

Why buy takeout when you can make your own, healthier fried rice? This recipe for shrimp fried rice is simply put, delicious!

Clean Eating Tomato Soup

Thick, creamy with a soft basil finish, this is not the average Campbell’s tomato soup, or anything you get off the shelf. HA! This is clean eating at it’s best.

Peanut Butter Raisin No Bake Bites - $$

 

I find it hard to turn away from unhealthy snacks when I'm in a hurry. These Peanut Butter bites are perfect for those occasions! If you want a healthy snack to curb hunger or give you an energy boost try these quick and easy peanut butter bites. You can also double the batch to eat when you need throughout the week. They keep well in the fridge.

Kale & Sun-dried Tomato Penne

You’ll love this quick and easy pasta, bursting with flavor from hearty kale and sun-dried tomatoes. While simple, this recipe is too good not to share. If you’re looking for more ways to use kale in a discrete way, you’ve found the right recipe.

Diet Friendly Smoothies

Diet season is in full swing as we begin 2016! Aren't you excited!? Well if you are dreading it, but made a resolution for better health hopefully these yummy smoothie recipes will give you some motivation. 

5 Days of Healthy Christmas Recipes

With all the holiday parties happening and the big Christmas dinner feast quickly approaching, we often think of it as a time where overindulgence always wins and healthy options are no where to be found. Here are some recipes to "healthify" your next holiday meal. 

Homemade Cranberry Sauce

Guest Contributor: Kelly Jones

Cranberry sauce from the can is unfortunately full of preservatives and sugar - adding to the holiday "bulge". The good news is the homemade version is easy and bursting with flavor. My dear friend Kelly has been gracious enough to share her homemade cranberry sauce recipe with us for the holidays.

Shrimp Spinach Artichoke Dip

Have you ever tried a spinach dip you didn’t like!? This one that will have you scrapping the bowl clean . Get your spatula ready to make a double batch, one for that upcoming party and the other for yourself – you won’t want to share!

Citrus Boost Smoothie

Take a swig of this recipe to get your vitamin C and boost your immune system.  Jammed pack with citrus fruit, this one will help you stay free from the cold going around the office.

Candied Sweet Potato Bites

Here is another one of my sweet potato favorites. Roasted until crispy with a sweet spiced glaze, you can’t go wrong with these Candied Sweet Potato Bites.

Skinny Broccoli Tortellini Salad

This dish makes a great appetizer. Pasta salads full of deliciousness are the best. The BEST! This Skinny Broccoli Tortellini Salad has been on the top of my list for years, and now I’m sharing it with you.

What's so great about Apple Cider Vinegar?

Do you have a bottle of Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) in your pantry? Ever use it as a medicine?

Product Review: Brad's Raw Crunchy Kale

 

I have been waiting impatiently on a sale to try Brad’s Raw Crunchy Kale and was surprisingly disappointed. I don’t like to post negative reviews, but also don’t like to see people waste their money.  

Everyday Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing

This is the balsamic vinaigrette I make for my salad everyday. I don't know how, but I haven't gotten sick of it yet. It's quick and simple (four ingredients). When I have more time or for a special occasion, I make a more complex version of this (post coming soon), but here is the simple version that is full of flavor. Great for when you are on the go.

To help you along, here is my FIRST (here goes!) how-to video to help you make this amazing dressing. Let me know what you think, friends!