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Jul 28

Fast and Easy Black Bean Hummus

Delicious? Check. Healthy? Yup. Easy-to-make? Surprisingly. After wondering just how it can cost $5.99 for a few ounces of store bought...

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Jun 27

Rice Cake Peanut Butter Cups

Julie Andrews said it best, these are a few of my favorite things! I decided to try to lighten up a dessert that I've seen go viral on...

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Jun 17

Crispy peanut butter chocolate quinoa bars

Anyone want a fast, easy, and delectable homemade snack... that's also packed with nutrition? Maybe the question should be who doesn't?!...

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Jun 8

Tomato Watermelon Salad with Mint and Feta

I love summer and all the fresh produce at our fingertips just overflowing with flavor. Tomatoes actually smell and taste like tomatoes,...

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May 19

Easy Mango Guacamole

Who doesn't love guacamole?! But, have you tried it with creamy, sweet mango? If you haven't, you need to. This is dish is: Loaded with...

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May 4

Tofu Taco Skillet

Looking for an easy Cinco De Mayo one-pan weeknight dinner? We've got you right here! This Tofu Taco Skillet is: Simple enough for the...

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May 4

Pickled Onions

Would you just look at that color?! Pickled onions are deceivingly easy to make and go well on just about anything. The pickling process...

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Apr 29

Homemade Olive Garden Salad

People are strongly opinionated when it comes to Olive Garden, but one thing that most can agree on - their signature salad is really,...

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Apr 12

Citrus Beet Dragon Fruit Smoothie

This smoothie might need to be renamed the Sweet and Sassy, I'm still debating! While it has just the right amount of natural sweetness,...

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Apr 12

Tropical Mango Aloe Smoothie

Looking for a light and refreshing snack, sweet treat, or mocktail? Look no further! Smoothie? Slushie? I'm not quite sure what to...

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Apr 5

Easy Crispy Air Fryer Tofu

I thought I had crispy tofu all figured out until I tried it in an air fryer. It requires so much less fuss (and oil) to get that ideal...

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Mar 29

Soy Ginger Salmon with Crispy Rice Bites and Quick Pickled Cucumbers

This house LOVES all things salmon. It has such a mild almost buttery flavor, that allows whatever you add to it to shine. Not to...

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Mar 29

Air Fryer Crispy Rice Bites

I may or may not be obsessed with these little bites. They somehow manage to be crunchy, creamy, and chewy all in one bite. They're...

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Mar 22

Sesame Cucumber Salad

This cucumber salad recipe is so easy to make! It's light and crispy and a perfect accompaniment to so many meals from BBQ or salmon to a...

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Mar 14

Tofu 'Ramen' with Udon Noodles and Veggies

I fully admit that I use the term 'ramen' loosely. This recipe has many 'ramen-like' qualities: a broth based soup with noodles, veggies,...

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Mar 3

Black Bean and Sweet Potato Gorditas

Confession: I may or may not have eaten these for dinner... and then lunch EVERY DAY this week. So, without further ado, I present to you...

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Mar 2

Cilantro Lime Crema

This cilantro lime crema is zesty, refreshing, light, and muy delicioso. A lighter take on a traditional Mexican crema, it's made with...

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Mar 1

Kid Friendly Pizza Roll-Ups

Cheesy, tomato-y, bready goodness... Need I say more? I don't, but I will! So nutrient dense, made with whole wheat dough and lots of...

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Feb 23

Vegan Sweet Potato Chili

It's a dreary rainy day here in North Carolina, the perfect day to whip up some soul-warming chili. This recipe is so fast and easy to...

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Feb 21

Shrimp Bento Bowl

So versatile, use what you have on hand! So kid-friendly, offer options you know they'll eat! So fast and easy to make, great for busy...

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Feb 17

Carrot Ginger Sunrise Smoothie

This Sunrise Smoothie is made with ingredients that are sure to make you say, 'Rise and Shine! Challenge the Day!' Check 'em out: fresh...

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Feb 7

Pretty Pink Pancakes

How fun are these Pink Pancakes made with beets?! I have to admit, I'm not the biggest beet fan, but I wanted to come up with a cool...

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Feb 1

Chocolate Strawberry Oat Bites

With such few ingredients, I had my doubts. But, trust me – the sweetness from the baked strawberry combined with the little bites of...

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Jan 28

Mushroom Loaded Marsala

Looking for a hearty, authentic, mouthwatering pasta dish? How about one that also happens to be a plant-based lightened up version of a...

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Jan 26

Edible Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cookie Dough

Y'all... This might be my fav recipe to date! This edible cookie dough not only TASTES JUST like regular cookie dough, but its also:...

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Jan 24

Spiced Chai Smoothie

Who loves hot chai? Maybe the question should be, who doesn't? I’m definitely a chai lover. There’s something about the combination of...

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Jan 19

Real Southern Collards

This is the real deal 'suthun collard greens recipe. A southern New Year's tradition, these greens promise to bring wealth in the new...

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Jan 18

Ginger Lemon Smoothie

I'm not saying this Ginger Lemon Smoothie will cure the common cold, but it will def give you all those healthy, feel good vibes! This...

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Jan 13

Plant-based Cilantro Mint Chutney

This Cilantro Mint Chutney is bright, refreshing, and seriously delicious. It’s super-fast and easy to make, and can be used on so many...

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Jan 11

Creamy Mushroom Chicken

Mushroom lover or not, this recipe is delicious and definitely worth a try. You won't be disappointed! Juicy chicken topped with a...

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Jan 7

Lemon Blueberry Chia Pudding

This blueberry lemon chia pudding is full of creamy, bright, sweet, and crunchy deliciousness. Need any more convincing? Well it's...

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Jan 3

Tofu Drunken Noodles

This quick vegan Thai dish is dressed with a deliciously savory sauce and tossed with crispy tofu. It's also easy to pull together for...

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Dec 30, 2021

Cheesy Vegan Sausage Breakfast Casserole

Everyone needs an easy make-ahead breakfast casserole in their back pocket and this one fits the bill. It's a no-fuss crowd-pleaser that...

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Dec 28, 2021

Eggnog French Toast Casserole

Delicious and decadent, this EASY breakfast casserole is the perfect spin on a traditional French toast. Just a few of the highlights of...

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Dec 23, 2021

Cranberry Brie Bites

Here's a quick appetizer to serve during the holidays that screams festive and everyone will love! It's so easy to make yet so...

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Dec 22, 2021

The Best Salmon Picatta

Here is another pescatarian dinner idea, Salmon Picatta! It’s a quick and easy seared salmon with the perfect crunchy crust and an...

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Dec 21, 2021

Authentic Maryland Crab Cakes

A Maryland staple, these crab cakes are made from fresh lump crab meat and just enough filler to bind the crab together. It is a little...

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Dec 17, 2021

The BEST Chocolate Chess Pie

Chocolate Chess Pie is in my TOP 5 favorite desserts and has been a holiday staple for my family for many years. The texture is what does...

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Dec 16, 2021

Healthy Gingerbread Muffins

Get into the holiday spirit with these fluffy (and healthy) gingerbread muffins! We gave them a facelift by using: Whole wheat flour...

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Dec 15, 2021

Simple Healthy Balsamic Chicken

A quick and simple balsamic marinade takes your average chicken dinner to a new level of deliciousness! Healthy, fast, and ready for...

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Dec 9, 2021

Chicken Fritter Caprese Sammie

So easy to make, so dang good to eat! The base for this recipe is a cheesy chicken fritter that we actually ate over pasta the first...

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Dec 7, 2021

Grinch Pancakes (aka - Healthy Spinach Pancakes)

Tis the season for some festive breakfast treats! If you know me at all, you know the green hue in these little pancakes is not food dye…...

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Dec 2, 2021

Healthy Oatmeal Peanut Butter Smoothie

I am not kidding you when I tell you this tastes like an oatmeal peanut butter cookie in a glass. It is DEVINE. Creamy. Indulgent yet...

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Dec 1, 2021

Orecchiette with Chicken Sausage and Spinach

This is perfect for those busy weekday nights where you're scrambling to get a healthy meal on the table. And, all of the ingredients are...

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Nov 24, 2021

Fresh Cranberry Relish

This is my favorite Thanksgiving side dish, Raw Cranberry Relish with only 4 ingredients: Cranberries Orange juice and zest Orange...

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Nov 18, 2021

Crispy Smashed Brussels Sprouts with Manchego Cheese

Smashing Brussels sprouts before roasting means extra surface area and more crispy cheesy bits. DYK that Brussels have over 100% of the...

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Nov 15, 2021

Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries

These will change your life! They're so dang easy to make yet taste restaurant quality. Though really, they're probably BETTER than...

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Nov 11, 2021

Miso Tofu Nuggets

This might be the FASTEST made from scratch dinner I've ever pulled together! It took about 2 minutes to prep and 10 minutes to cook. We...

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Nov 9, 2021

Healthy Tropical Dragon Fruit Smoothie

Dragon fruit is a new favorite in our house. I'm pretty sure it's a combo of the the name (Griffy loves dragons) and the color (pink is...

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Nov 3, 2021

No Added Sugar Chocolate Hummus

FAMILY FAVORITE ALERT! I introduce to you: chocolate hummus, but don't let the name fool you! While chickpeas do make up the base of...

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