With hundreds of recipes to choose from some of my readers favorite meatless options include Avocado Toast with Cottage Cheese and Tomatoes, Japanese Quick Pickled Cucumbers and Quinoa Cakes With Hummus.
Basil pesto is easy to make and freeze, preserving the fresh flavors of summer. Healthy and versatile – pesto is perfect brushed on grilled meats, tossed with steamed veggies, or stirred into soup. I love preparing homemade basil pesto in …
A step-by-step tutorial for breaking down a whole watermelon into perfect, bite-sized pieces, this is the best way to cut a watermelon. When the weather starts to heat up, nothing is more satisfying than diving into a big bowl of …
These flavor-packed Za’atar Crusted Cauliflower Steaks are easy to make and are the ultimate vegetarian entree or side dish recipe! If you buy your cauliflower at the right time, you’ll find that they can get HUGE! If you’ve never tried …
A creamy, flavor-packed dressing, this Healthy Blue Cheese Dressing takes just minutes to make and is completely guilt-free. Who doesn’t love a rich, creamy blue cheese dressing on a crisp bed of salad greens? Instead of buying the bottled stuff, …
Don’t be intimidated on how to cook artichokes! Four steps will show you how easy it is to prepare these fresh and flavorful vegetables. Artichokes are one of my favorite vegetables of all time. The creamy, buttery texture and slightly …
This Asian inspired Asparagus Pasta Salad is tossed in a creamy, flavor-packed peanut dressing made with lime juice, garlic, and ginger. My Asparagus Pasta Salad with creamy peanut sauce is ideal for outdoor dining, picnics, BBQ’s and more because it can …
In this Kale Caesar Salad, kale is massaged until tender in a bright and flavorful dressing made with lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. If you don’t think you like kale or that your family wouldn’t eat it, …
Creamy, tangy, and full of heart-healthy fatty acids, this Pineapple Banana Avocado Smoothie is a great way to start your day. It should come as no surprise that I have another smoothie to share with you all this week, this …
This healthy Ramen Broccoli Slaw is perfect for entertaining outdoors because there is no mayo to spoil in the sun. Nothing tastes better with grilled meats or picnic spreads than a refreshing salad. This tart and tangy Ramen Broccoli Slaw …
Roasted Asparagus with Red Peppers is sweet, tender, and melts in your mouth as the flavors caramelize in the oven. Do you love roasted red peppers as much as I do? Sweet, tender, and packed with vitamins, they are a …
Juicy berries, tart apples, and ripe bananas are blended with fresh ginger root to give this Ginger Berry Fruit Smoothie a kick. Smoothies are my version of a clean slate. Feeling gross? Have a smoothie. Had a bunch of greasy …
Ripe bananas and natural peanut butter create a salty-sweet flavor combo in this protein-packed Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Smoothie. It’s perfect for breakfast or any time of the day. Aside from maybe chocolate, few foods taste better with freshly-roasted, salty …
A humble but flavorful Lebanese classic, this vegetarian side dish of Lebanese Green Beans with Tomatoes is made with warm spices including cinnamon and allspice. Comfort food means different things to different people. For me and my family, the most …
A staple in Middle Eastern cuisine, Lebanese Rice Pilaf is made with vermicelli noodles toasted in clarified (rendered) butter. I’ve mentioned it before, but I’ll say it again. I could eat Lebanese food everyday for the rest of my life. …
This easy and flavorful Asian-inspired soba noodle salad is perfect with any veggies you have on hand, and can be served cold, warm, or at room temperature. I love a good pasta salad, and that doesn’t have to mean the …
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This sparkling white wine ginger beer sangria is made with three types of citrus juice. The ultimate party drink, this recipe is great for entertaining a crowd! Anyone who knows me knows I love to host. And with the opportunity …
Sweetened with cinnamon and honey, this high protein granola is filled with oats, nuts, seeds, and flavor. Granola is always a huge hit at my house. My boys love stirring it into yogurt, my husband loves snacking on it at …
This Blueberry Banana Oatmeal Smoothie is packed with protein, fiber, and flavor to keep you full and kickstart your day. Your smoothie queen has returned with yet another delicious recipe to add to your morning routine! This Blueberry Banana Oatmeal …
The perfect cocktail recipe for entertaining or date night-in, these spicy jalapeño margaritas are sweet, sour, and slightly spicy. I haven’t shared a drink recipe in a while, so I figured you could all use a cocktail. Am I right? These …
A collection of 20 healthy green recipes that taste delicious and make healthy eating easy! Do you love greens, or do you tend to avoid them? I personally love green foods; leafy greens or salads make an apperance every night …
Passed down from my Syrian grandmother, this classic hummus with toasted pine nuts is the best you’ll ever make! Your family will love this creamy chickpea dip made with lemon, garlic, and tahini. From the minute I could reach the …
This light and refreshing Greek herb salad is made with crunchy romaine, fresh dill, scallions and feta. Serve with grilled chicken, salmon, or with chickpeas to make a hearty vegetarian entrée salad. When it comes to easy, healthy, and delicious …
Kid-friendly and packed with protein, oven roasted chickpeas are the perfect complement to any salad or having standalone as a healthy snack. Have you ever tried throwing some chickpeas in the oven? The result is a fantastic, crunchy, salty, protein-packed …
20 asparagus recipes to spice up and reinvigorate this healthy, spring veggie. Are you trying to eat healthier, but are bored with the recipes you have to cook veggies? Say no more! I’ve compiled a list of 20 Asparagus Recipes …
Replacing 1/2 the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour gives these Lemon Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins the extra protein and fiber you need to get through your day. Today I am sharing one of my favorite breakfast recipes: Lemon Blueberry Oatmeal …
Fresh lemonade and fragrant orange blossom water are mixed with a sparkling water to create a delicious, refreshing drink. Looking for a new drink to serve at a party? Or maybe just want something refreshing to end your day with? …
Bright lemon juice and fruity olive oil pairs perfectly with fresh garlic and Dijon mustard to make this simple, homemade salad dressing. A green salad dressed with a simple homemade vinaigrette has been on our dinner table my entire life. …
Curried Lentils with Sweet Potatoes is a vegetarian meal that is loaded with protein, fiber, and nutrients. I’m normally the type of person to plan out a weekly menu. Most Sundays, I’m scouring recipe books and compiling grocery lists. But …
Baked Pita Chips with Za’atar are ideal for dipping in hummus or sprinkling over a salad. Easy to make and so much tastier than store-bought, your friends and family will love these healthy baked chips. Hummus runs through my veins. …
A traditional Lebanese appetizer, these sauteed greens with caramelized onions can be enjoyed warm or cold, and pair well with pita bread. No more buying greens and then forgetting about them in the drawer of your fridge. When you get home …
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Simple, bright, and delicious, this orange, fennel, and red onion salad makes a great side, snack, or appetizer. New to fennel? This often overlooked vegetable, found by the lettuce, kale, and chard in the grocery store, makes a delicious addition …
These chocolate truffles with sea salt are the perfect balance of sweet with a hint of savory, using coffee to naturally enhance the chocolate flavor. When it comes to dessert in my house, it usually involves chocolate. Homemade truffles are …
