Lemon Vinaigrette on Kale Salad

I put this together to serve on kale salad that is a knock off of a Whole Foods prepared salad. My salad contained: Chopped kale Finely chopped scallions Thinly sliced carrots Toasted walnuts Feta cheese Then I dressed it with this lemon vinaigrette: 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp [...]

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Sesame Peanut Noodles

I’ve been craving pasta, macaroni and noodles of all kinds lately. I have another Sesame Noodle recipe and a couple other variations of peanut sauces but this one came together super fast and easy. Sesame Peanut Sauce 1 Tbsp toasted sesame oil 1 Tbsp water 1 Tbsp soy sauce (or aminos) 2 Tbsp Sriracha 2 [...]

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Mint and Parsley Pesto

I have been love, love, loving my herb garden! I use so many fresh herbs lately. I have been especially trying to find good uses for my fresh mint (other than mojitos!) This pesto is wonderful! I used it as a dressing over a large salad with romaine and chicken. Mint and Parsley Pesto 1 [...]

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Homemade Ranch Dressing

Ranch Dressing Inspired and adapted from Joy The Baker 1 5oz container of plain greek yogurt 1 5oz container of plain regular yogurt 1 cup baby spinach leaves 1/4 cup chopped leeks handful of fresh oregano leaves handful of fresh basil handful of fresh parsley handful of fresh mint leaves 1 clove of garlic, minced [...]

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Asian Chicken Recipe (Paleo)

I had Barefoot Contessa on in the background the other day while I was in the kitchen. It was an old repeat that I remember seeing and I have no idea why this recipe didn’t stand out to me before. It’s so easy and delicious and really versatile: great for chicken, fish or veggies (I [...]

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Sweet Pepper Tomato Sauce

Sweet Pepper Tomato Sauce adapted from Choosing Raw -1/4 – 1/3 cup diced tomatoes (can use fresh or canned) -1/3 red bell pepper -1 tsp olive oil -1/4 cup sun dried tomatoes -water, broth, or other liquid to desired consistency (I use very little and keep it thick) -salt, pepper, basil, parsley Mix everything in [...]

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Peanut Sauce

Simple and delicious and makes an excellent sauce for peanut noodles if you pair it with Udon noodles or spaghetti. I served mine over a combo of spaghetti squash and zucchini noodles. Perfect! Peanut Sauce 3 Tbs peanut butter (I used chunky reduced fat peanut butter) 3 Tbs soy sauce 1 tsp minced garlic 1/2 [...]

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Vodka Sauce

I was in the mood for something a little different from my usual marinara. Vodka Sauce 1/4 cup I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter Light 1/2 onion, diced 1/2 cup vodka 1 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes 1/2 cup skim milk 1/2 cup fat free sour cream In a skillet over medium heat, saute onion [...]

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I Love Fajitas

All last week I was craving fajitas. I miss my weekend post-workout fajita meal. This weekend I put together some homemade fajitas marinade and pico de gallo. I marinaded both steak and chicken, cooked up some red, green, yellow bell pepper and onion strips and used a dollop of non-fat greek yogurt in lieu of [...]

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Pumpkin Peanut Curry

I got this from one of Rachael Ray’s 30 Minute Meals. At first I was really unsure about the flavor combinations but decided to give it a shot, since most of the ingredients I always have on hand anyway – it came out quite delicious! I made some minor tweaks (no need for oil!) and [...]

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