3/11/2014 Shaved Brussels Sprout, Kale & Pomegranate SaladIt's WeekNight Bite Wednesday, and I have a fabulous recipe to share with you that I know you will just love! This Shaved Brussels Sprouts, Kale, and Pomegranate salad has become my new go-to dinner. Whenever I make it, I'll do a huge serving so I have enough to pack for my lunch the next day, and it is even better after all the flavors have come together overnight. You don't need to worry about a soggy salad for lunch - this one is still super crispy and fresh! It's a jam-packed full of healthy ingredients, tons of texture, and a whole bunch of flavor. I got inspired to create this salad when I saw a new blend of lettuces at Trader Joe's called the "Cruciferous Crunch Collection" - not an easy or pretty name, but the blend of chopped kale, shaved brussels sprouts, purple cabbage, and green cabbage definitely intrigued me. Now here's the key to making this salad a success: just like I did with THIS kale salad recipe, you have to give the greens some lovin' and MASSAGE them until they became a bit softer, nicer, and happier. This will take all the coarseness and bitterness out of the brussels and the kale, so it's very important!
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3/5/2014 Zucchini Quinoa Fritters (Gluten Free!)Get ready . . . these Gluten-FREE, healthy green fritters will blow your mind. The recipe yields 7 medium-sized fritters, and . . . well . . . we polished them off in one day! I was hoping to pack one or two for my lunch the next day, but they went way too quickly! Needless to say, Zucchini Quinoa Fritters will definitely be a new staple in our house! They're crunchy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside, and packed with tons of nutritious and hearty ingredients. Each fritter is loaded with shredded zucchini which is about as low-cal as it gets, plus it's a Vitamin C and nutrient powerhouse! The added quinoa is amazing because it provides protein and fiber, and it's gluten-free! I figured I may as well sneak in some ground flaxseeds too for a boost of healthy fats. Once we have those fab, healthy ingredients, we just need to add in the lemon, thyme, and Parmesan for some extra deliciousness and garnish with my Honey Lemon Yogurt Sauce! Whip up these fritters and you're all set for a perfect brunch side-dish or a snack! I can't wait to make these for my next Sunday brunch with the ladies. I know they'll be a huge hit!
2/19/2014 Bikini Zucchini BologneseYesterday was one of those days where I had absolutely no patience for cooking, and I was not in the mood to make anything that required too much thought or cleaning. I had just come home from work (my first day!), followed by a (tough!) Pilates class, so I wanted to whip up something as quickly and easily as possible, so I could spend the rest of the night relaxing on the couch and watching The Bachelor. Bikini Zucchini Bolognese was the perfect answer. I've been totally in love with my Spiralizer lately, and to any of you healthy eaters out there who don't own one yet - you must order it! It's perfect for creating amazing zucchini noodles as well as TONS of other veggie noodles to help you amp up your normal weeknight meals in creative, LIGHT, and fun ways! I've been getting all kinds of low-cal, veggie-packed recipe inspiration from the talented Ali over at Inspiralized. She makes a delicious Bikini Bolognese, and I have been dying to follow suit and create my own version. I must say - it was a HUGE hit amongst Mitch, Becca, and I. We were all completely satisfied, happy, and full afterwards, and we felt amazing knowing that our whole dinner consisted of veggies and lean protein. It was the perfect answer to my need for a quick dinner, quick cleanup, and light & nutritious ingredients. Total BONUS that it was so yummy and completely satisfied my craving for Italian food! You must try it!
1/22/2014 Kale, Chicken & Farro SaladToday I'm going wedding dress shopping. AHH! I'm so excited. With this in mind last night, I wanted to make a super healthy and light dinner, so I could wake up feeling great for the big day ahead. I was craving a refreshing and delicious salad, packed with tons of yummy ingredients that would keep me full and satisfied, instead of reaching for a giant handful of chocolate chips, post-salad. Part of me was tempted to go pick up my favorite Chicken Chopped Salad from True Food Kitchen, but with Farmers Market kale in my refrigerator, and pretty much every other ingredient that's in the Chicken Chopped, I decided to make my own spin on this delish salad. The trick to making a perfect kale salad is simple - give it a little massage. Like people, kale gets much nicer, happier, and less bitter after a good massage. My favorite method is to pour some olive oil over the kale and work it into the leaves with my hands. Then I add lemon juice and continue giving the kale some love. This will break it down and make it much softer and tastier. All you have to do after that is add your favorite ingredients and season with salt and pepper! It's that easy. Let's talk about our ingredients for a minute. We've got farro, which is a delicious grain packed with fiber to keep you full. We've got grilled chicken for added protein, dates and cranberries for a little sweetness, vitamin-rich pine nuts for a yummy nutty crunch, avocado for good healthy fats and tons of health benefits, and of course the superstar - KALE - which is just the healthy goddess of greens. Fresh shaved parmesan right on top and we're ready to go. How delicious and healthy does that sound? Sounds like the perfect pre-wedding-dress-shopping-meal to me. For everyone who made resolutions to eat healthier in 2014, you'll love this salad. It's definitely going to be a staple in our house this year.
12/11/2013 Lentil Avocado Salad w/ Pesto DressingWho's been enjoying the holidays and all the delicious treats of the season? I know I have! Seriously. I can't help it, it's all around me! All of the amazing food blogs I follow are starting to post holiday dessert ideas and my sweet tooth is in heaven. I opened my cabinet the other day and a giant bag of Ghiradelli peppermint bark squares were staring right at me, practically begging me to eat a bunch of them. And I did. And they were delicious. Having this MAJOR sweet tooth, I've learned that it just doesn't work to deprive myself of treats or say that anything is "off limits". Instead I'm attempting to have a little bit of all the things I love, just in moderation, and balancing them with super healthy and satisfying meals, like THIS Lentil & Avocado Salad! When you eat healthy, fresh, and clean meals like this, there's always room for a little dessert at the end of the day, right?!
This recipe is the epitome of freshness. It's filled with protein, fiber, and omega-3s, plus it's super satisfying and filling . . . not like one of those measly salads that only fills you up for an hour. I went to dinner the other night with my friend Hannah at Le Pain Quotidien, one of my go-to restaurant picks when I need some healthiness in my life. I always order their Lentil Avocado salad and it's just so good, every time. So, I made my own (!!) and now all of you can make it too! |
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