This Spicy Three Bean Chicken Soup is hearty, packed with protein and gives quite a kick of spice. My not so secret ingredient is a bottle of my favorite salsa. Gluten free! Before I quit smoking I never ate spicy foods. My palate was so damaged by all the garbage I was inhaling that I couldn’t really…
Meals
Roasted Vegetable Pasta – Gluten Free & Vegetarian
If you are looking for a vegetarian meal to impress this Roasted Vegetable Pasta is the dish for you! Roasted Squash, broccoli and cauliflower get the roasted treatment and are tossed with brown rice pasta and topped with grated Parmesan cheese. Mmmm – MMM. I love me some roasted veggies. Fall is the most amazing…
Spaghetti Squash Bolognese – Gluten Free
This Spaghetti Squash Bolognese recipe is a fabulous way to sneak more veggies into your dinner. Ditch those pasta noodles and get on board with spaghetti squash! Today, I got back in the kitchen. For the first time in weeks, I cooked, did dishes, baked, did more dishes, ate, then did a few more dishes….
Chicken Cauliflower Fried “Rice” – Gluten Free & Paleo
Chicken Cauliflower Fried Rice is a great alternative to take out! Using pre-riced cauliflower and leftover rotisserie chicken makes this even faster than delivery. Gluten Free and Paleo. Making “rice” from cauliflower is something I’ve seen floating around the healthy eating community for awhile now. It’s not like I’ve been wary of it, I’m a…
Chopped Winter Vegetable Chicken Salad
Has the cold season left you feeling a little blah? Do you feel the need for more veggies in your diet? Well, this Chopped Winter Vegetable Chicken Salad will help to cure winter blues and boost your vitamin intake. It’s no secret that vegetables are the kings of a well rounded, healthful diet. This…
Spicy Roasted Butternut Squash with Chicken and Quinoa – Gluten Free
This Spicy Roasted Butternut Squash with Chicken and Quinoa is a tasty gluten free meal with some kick! The squash is roasted with garlic and shallots and makes this dish so delicious. Tis the season for all things squash. While pumpkin seems to get top billing, I always veer towards the spaghetti or butternut (just…
Lentil Marinara with Spaghetti Squash
Look forward to meatless Monday with this delicious Lentil Marinara with Spaghetti Squash. I love pairing this meal with a little freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a side green salad. The first time I made a lentil stew my impression was that lentils were kinda beefy. It was unexpected. Lentils did not taste anything like…
Detox Green Smoothie – Vegan, Gluten Free, Banana Free
Drinking a smoothie a day keeps the doctor away! This Detox Green Smoothie is a fresh, banana free option that is bursting with vitamins and minerals. Whenever the New Year hits, I am always looking to reset and refocus. A great way to do this is to really clean up the eats and fill my…
Red Lentil & Spinach Dahl
This Red Lentil & Spinach Dahl recipe is a delicious vegetarian option for a meatless Monday dinner. Pair it up with brown rice or a pan of roasted vegetables. Some food looks great in photos and others … well, not so much. However, I’ve decided that this blog is not just about looks. It’s about…
Deviled Egg Salad Sandwich
I hate wasting food and sometimes after the party is over there is often leftovers. This Deviled Egg Salad Sandwich is a tasty way to re-purpose those extras! DEVILED EGG SALAD SANDWICH Didn’t I just read about deviled eggs somewhere? No, it’s not deja vu, it’s more hummus and eggs! My main goal with cooking/meal…
Banana Coconut Flour Pancakes – Gluten & Dairy Free
These Banana Coconut Flour Pancakes are the perfect option for your weekend breakfast. This gluten free and dairy free recipe is super filling and tastes lovely with fresh fruit and maple syrup. Banana Coconut Flour Pancakes Who doesn’t love a good pancake? Especially a gluten and dairy free version that everyone, allergy sufferers included, can…
Avocado Tuna Salad
Avocado Tuna Salad. Switch up the classic mayo based tuna salad with this healthier alternative! Gluten free and full of healthy fats. When I first started my blog, a health minded co-worker, Meaghan, asked me if I had ever subbed avocado for mayo in a tuna salad. I hadn’t tried it before and honestly, I’m kicking myself…
Chicken Enchilada Bake with Butternut Squash & Black Beans
This Chicken Enchilada Bake with Butternut Squash & Black Beans is a healthy, veggie centered casserole recipe. It is layered with vegetables and chicken then topped with cheese and baked to bubbly perfection. I love incorporating vegetables into meals that I make. Sometimes when your veggies are served on the side, like chicken and…
Vegan Soy-less ‘Soy’ Sauce – Gluten Free
Looking to avoid soy in your diet? Try this healthy Vegan Soy-Less Soy Sauce the next time your recipe calls for it and skip the soy as well as the gluten and a ton of sodium. Can you say win-win?! VEGAN SOY-LESS SOY SAUCE Everyone likes a bit of salty seasoning every now and then…