My younger sister and her boyfriend challenged me to create a healthier Crunchwrap – they sent me a few TikTok videos of people making the real deal at home, and challenged me to to make it with a healthy twist. So, I did and honestly, it’s GOOD! Here is why this recipe is truly healthierContinue reading “Healthified Crunchwrap”
Category Archives: Entrees
Garlic Honey Baked Chicken Thighs
Ingredients 1 – 1.2 pounds chicken thighs 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons dijon mustard 1 tablespoon honey 6 cloves garlic minced or chopped Red pepper flakes Salt Pepper Instructions Preheat oven to 425 degrees Place the chicken thighs in a baking dish and sprinkle with salt and pepper (to taste) Place the olive oil,Continue reading “Garlic Honey Baked Chicken Thighs”
Chicken Zucchini Boats
This is basically a fun twist on a carb free lasagna! Ingredients 1 zucchini 1/4 pound ground chicken thigh (ground turkey would also work!) 1/2 cup red onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup marinara sauce 1/2 cup swiss cheese, grated 1/4 cup parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons olive oil Instructions Preheat oven to 400Continue reading “Chicken Zucchini Boats”
Sticky Cauliflower Pad Thai
This recipe makes enough for about 1.5 servings, or 1 large serving. If you would like to make this for two people I would double the recipe, and just expect to have some leftover (….or not!) Ingredients 1/4 cup coconut aminos (or soy sauce) 2 tablespoons fish sauce 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon garlicContinue reading “Sticky Cauliflower Pad Thai”
Mushroom and Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers
This recipe is for one stuffed pepper, adjust accordingly to make multiple! Ingredients 4 oz ground turkey thigh (I used the brand Diestel, which you can buy at Whole Foods) 6 oz pasta sauce (I used Portabella Pasta Sauce from River Valley Ranch – linked here. I would recommend using a pasta sauce with mushrooms inContinue reading “Mushroom and Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers”
Vegan Nachos with Spicy Cashew “Cheese” Sauce
Ingredients 1/2 Japanese sweet potato (easy to find at Trader Joe’s or Whole Foods) 2 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup shaved brussel sprouts 1/4 avocado, diced 1/2 cup lentils 2 tablespoons chopped yellow onion, chopped 2 tablespoons scallions, chopped 1 cup cashews, soaked for at least an hour 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon paprikaContinue reading “Vegan Nachos with Spicy Cashew “Cheese” Sauce”
Kale Pasta Salad with Roasted Lemon Chickpeas
This is less of a traditional pasta salad, and more of a salad with a few egg noodles in it to make it a bit heartier! The egg noodles with the lemon chickpeas are such a great texture and flavor – promise! This is a single salad serving – adjust accordingly! Ingredients 1.5 cups kaleContinue reading “Kale Pasta Salad with Roasted Lemon Chickpeas”
Rigatoni with Shiitake Meat Sauce
I have to say, I think this is one of the best recipes I have ever made! I took a bite and my eyes lit up haha – it’s GOOD! A few keys to this recipe are 1) ground turkey thigh (do not use white meat, the flavor just wont’ be as good), 2) shiitakeContinue reading “Rigatoni with Shiitake Meat Sauce”
Crunchy Summer Salad with Maple Acorn Squash and Dijon Vinaigrette
The below salad is 1 serving, adjust accordingly! Note that the squash can be prepared early, and added cold to the salad or you can add it warm. The dressing is delicious, so I recommend making a large batch and using throughout the week! Ingredients 1.5 cups crunchy lettuce mix (any mix of shaved brusselContinue reading “Crunchy Summer Salad with Maple Acorn Squash and Dijon Vinaigrette”
Garlic Chicken Thighs with Mushrooms and Scallions
Ingredients 6 chicken thighs 5 cloves garlic, smashed 1 cup mushrooms (any type work!) 1/2 cup chopped scallions 1/2 cup dry white wine 1/4 tablespoon butter (I like to use grass fed butter, personally I think it tastes better) 2 tablespoons olive oil Instructions Heat olive oil in a large pan, once hot add chickenContinue reading “Garlic Chicken Thighs with Mushrooms and Scallions”
Sprinkle Twist 