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Recipe Type: Gluten Free

Tender chunks of boneless chicken breast cooked in an aromatic creamy tomato sauce. Chicken tikka masala, probably the most popular dish on the menu of any Indian restaurant here in the states, but ironically this dish is claimed to be originally from Britain and is actually Britain's national dish.

Skinny Chicken Tikka Masala

June 1, 2011

Spring peas, ground turkey, cumin, cilantro and potatoes come together to create this quick comforting weeknight dish.

Ground Turkey with Potatoes and Spring Peas

May 31, 2011

Freshly Brewed Ice Tea with Fresh Mint

May 14, 2011

Horchata de arroz is a deliciously refreshing Mexican beverage made from rice milk, sugar and cinnamon and served chilled over ice. Wonderful for those who are lactose intolerant if you substitute the milk for almond milk.

Brown Rice Horchata

May 3, 2011

Strawberry Rhubarb Compote

May 1, 2011

Rice, black beans, tomatoes, scallions, cilantro and lime juice, every bite of this colorful side dish will feel like one big fiesta in your mouth! Use leftover rice and this side dish comes together in minutes.

Fiesta Lime Rice

April 28, 2011

This spicy red salsa is made with fresh tomatoes, roasted jalapeño, garlic and cilantro, pureed in a blender then simmered until the tomatoes deepen in color. Serve with your favorite baked chips and Sinless Margaritas!

Salsa Picante Roja (Spicy Red)

April 27, 2011

Skinny Red Wine Tomato Vinaigrette

April 21, 2011

Lamb chops marinated with a glaze of Dijon mustard, garlic, balsamic vinegar and herbs served over a bed of wilted baby spinach in garlic and oil. This is so good you'll be licking the bones clean!

Lamb Chops with Dijon Glaze over Wilted Spinach

April 6, 2011

This ranch dressing was lightened up with Greek yogurt, low fat buttermilk and light mayonnaise along with cucumbers, Spring chives, parsley and a hint of lemon. If you don't like mayonnaise you could replace it with more buttermilk and yogurt.

Skinny Cucumber Ranch Dressing

March 31, 2011

Warm oven-fried crispy coconut chicken strips over a bed of baby greens, cucumber, tomato, shredded carrots topped with a hot honey mustard vinaigrette. It's the perfect mix of salty and sweet, warm and cold.

Coconut Chicken Salad with Warm Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

March 22, 2011

Creme Brulee for breakfast? No, I haven't lost my mind! The custard in this low fat creme brulee is actually Greek yogurt sweetened with fruit preserves on the bottom, and topped with fresh fruit.

Breakfast Creme Brulee

March 21, 2011

Seared Scallops, Grapefruit, Arugula and Spinach Salad

March 15, 2011

Papaya, avocados, lime juice and cilantro – this luscious tropical salad will make you feel like you are in the sunny Caribbean.

Papaya Avocado Salad

February 28, 2011

Baked Seasoned Fries with Skinny Garlic Aioli

February 18, 2011

Pasta with Cauliflower

February 16, 2011

Meatballs make the perfect finger food and are so much fun to eat. Put them on a platter with toothpicks or serve them on small buns to make sliders and you have yourself a party!

Southwest Turkey Meatballs

February 2, 2011

This seriously addicting light dressing is the perfect topping on any salad or even great as a dip. Not a fan of cilantro? No worries, this dressing has so much flavor without, leave it out and add some fresh parsley instead.

Creamy Cilantro Tomatillo Dressing

January 31, 2011

This Pavlova recipe is elegant yet light, made with whipped egg whites and sugar, then topped with cream and fresh fruit. The perfect light dessert!

Strawberry Kiwi Pavlova

January 22, 2011

For the meat and potato lover, this hearty quinoa soup is for you. A nourishing one pot meal, typically served with aji and avocado on the side.

Beef, Potato and Quinoa Soup

January 18, 2011

This chocolate ricotta mousse is so rich and creamy, it's a deliciously light way to satisfy anyone's chocolate craving. Perfect for Valentine's Day or simply dessert on any day.

Chocolate Ricotta Mousse

January 11, 2011

I made my favorite Cuban sandwich into a quesadilla filled with roast pork (pernil), ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard! Perfect for a quick lunch and a great way to use up my Slow Cooker Pernil.

Cuban Sandwich Quesadilla

January 6, 2011

Pork shoulder marinated overnight in garlic, citrus juices, cumin and oregano and slow cooked all day in the slow cooker.

Slow Cooker Pernil (Puerto Rican Roast Pork)

January 3, 2011

Creamy Parmesan Spinach Dip

December 20, 2010

These No-Bake FudgyeSnow Balls are made with no oil or butter, and no baking required!

No-Bake Fudge Snow Balls

December 18, 2010

Broccoli Rabe roasted with chunks of garlic and oil and a touch of crushed red pepper flakes.

Roasted Broccoli Rabe with Garlic

December 8, 2010

This healthy pumpkin oatmeal shake is a perfect breakfast smoothie on the go! It's also super rich in tons of vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants.

Healthy Pumpkin Oatmeal Shake

November 21, 2010

$Baked or air-fried, these healthy sweet potato fries are made with a fraction of the oil that would be used if deep frying. They are so much lighter, with the perfect balance of spicy, smokey and sweet.$

Chipotle Sweet Potato Fries

November 9, 2010

Skinny Ranch Dip

November 8, 2010

Poached eggs, asparagus, kosher salt, fresh pepper and shaved Pecorino Romano. This simple egg dish is delicious for breakfast, lunch or brunch. You can serve this with whole grain toast on the side.

Steamed Asparagus with Poached Eggs

November 3, 2010