This Instant Pot Lasagna Soup is deeeelicious! I adapted this recipe from A Pinch of Healthy but completely changed up the cooking process and altered a few of the ingredients to my liking. I was surprised and elated when I saw that she uses turkey sausage and I knew that I just had to make this …
healthy and delicious recipes
Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry
This teriyaki chicken stir fry is easy and delicious! It takes 45 minutes total including the 30 minute marination time. The best way to save time is to marinate the chicken the night before so that when you are ready for dinner you can just chef everything up in 15 minutes! NUTRITION Per serving this …
Bruschetta Chicken
This bruschetta chicken might be my best chicken dish yet!! It was inspired by a photo my friend Mel posted on social media. I thought to myself, I need to try to make this! It is low fat, low cal, low carb, HIGH protein and delicious! It literally takes 15 minutes to make from start to …
Chicken Bacon Ranch Salad
This Chicken Bacon Ranch Salad is a twist on your traditional Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwich. I figured why not make a healthier version that is also jam packed with goodness?! This salad includes delicious pineapple, grilled chicken, avocado, tomatoes, shredded cheese and crispy bacon (mmmmm, bacon!) NUTRITION & OPTIONS This salad has 419 calories, 22 …
Peach & Quinoa Salad with Grilled Chicken
Movin’ to the country, gonna eat me a lot of peaches! This recipe has me singing and dancing! This Peach and Quinoa salad with grilled chicken is delicious! It is the perfect summertime recipe and I literally cannot wait to eat my lunch today! COOKING LIGHT RECIPE & MY MODIFICATIONS I got this recipe from Cooking …
Shrimp and Quinoa Cobb Salad
This shrimp and quinoa cobb salad is sure to delight! This salad is perfect for those hot summer days! It is light and jam packed with protein! Who doesn’t love a good cobb salad? As I get older (and wiser) I love a meal with options and different flavor profiles. NUTRITION This shrimp and quinoa cobb …
Shrimp and Veggie Tahini Plate
This Shrimp and Veggie Tahini plate combines Japanese and Mediterranean flavors. It is light, flavorful and packed with protein. The miso-jalapeno tahini gives it a little kick while the greens balance it out. The avocado brings the healthy fats and the shrimp brings the protein. BON APPETIT INSPIRATION This recipe was inspired by Bon Appetit. …
Grilled Chicken Skewers
These grilled chicken skewers are the epitome of summer! They are light, healthy and yummy! They are packed with protein and veggies so you get all the health without the heavy. NUTRITION Each skewer has 100 calories, 7g carbs, 1.5g fat, and 15g protein! This recipe makes 10 skewers total (17″ skewers) and I usually …
Protein Ice Cream
Homemade healthy Ice Cream in less than 5 minutes?? Only 3 ingredients and doesn’t require an Ice Cream maker? Low fat and Low cal? Sign me up!! The base of this homemade ice cream is frozen banana! Add a little chocolate protein powder and peanut butter and you have yourself a delicious and refreshing treat! …
Deana’s Sausage, Peppers & Onions
Who doesn’t love sausage, peppers & onions? It is an all time American Favorite! How much would you love a healthier version of sausage, peppers and onions that is easy to make and always a fan favorite? I am here to give you just that! I got this recipe from my friend Deana (who also …
Mediterranean Salad
This Mediterranean Salad is perfect for those hot summer days. It is filled with cucumbers, tomatoes, feta, fresh herbs and chicken and is held together by light and fluffy couscous. Last week I went out to lunch at Luna Grill with some old co-workers. One of them ordered the Mediterranean salad and I was so …
Burrito Bowl
This burrito bowl recipe is hearty, filling and won’t leave you feeling gross like other Mexican fast food! This best part? This burrito bowl recipe is completely customizable to your taste buds and dietary needs! It takes about 20 minutes to get everything chopped, diced and cooked! After that it takes less than 5 minutes …