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Quinoa chickpea and avocado salad with cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, lime juice and cilantro – a flavorful vegetarian salad loaded with protein, fiber and healthy fats.

Quinoa Chickpea and Avocado Salad

April 28, 2014

These Greek Nachos are a lighter, healthier Greek twist on traditional nachos – made with whole wheat pita chips, hummus, cucumbers, tomatoes and feta.

Greek Nachos

April 24, 2014

Sauteed sea scallops, arugula and sweet beet salad is another summer favorite, tossed with goat cheese and a honey vinaigrette – this salad is delicious!

Sea Scallops Arugula and Beet Salad

April 21, 2014

Sliced hard boiled eggs, juicy ripe tomatoes, chopped scallions with a touch of mayonnaise, salt and pepper – enjoy this sandwich for breakfast or lunch.

Egg Tomato and Scallion Sandwich

April 8, 2014

Spicy shrimp with garlic, zucchini noodles (zoodles), tomatoes and a squeeze of lemon – I just inhaled this EASY low-carb, gluten-free, paleo-friendly dish for lunch which took less than 20 minutes to make, start to finish and it was DELICIOUS!

Zucchini Noodles with Lemon-Garlic Spicy Shrimp

April 3, 2014

Wow, these Salsa Verde Burgers are OFF THE HOOK! If you need a new burger idea that everyone will love, look no further. These burgers are lean with a mean, green kick topped with pepper jack cheese, salsa verde and avocado – delish!

Salsa Verde Burgers

January 28, 2014

The taste of chicken pot pie, in a soup! Chicken pot pie is ultimate comfort food and this creamy, chunky soup is loaded with chicken, potatoes, mushrooms, peas, carrots, corn, celery, onions and green beans in every bite.

Chicken Pot Pie Soup

January 3, 2014

For those of you who believe eating black eyed peas in the New Year will bring you luck (and we can certainly all use a little more luck) this healthy bean salad is for you! Whether you eat this as a salad or serve it as a dip with some baked chips, the zesty flavors in this salad is sure to turn you into a fan of black-eyed peas.

Black-eyed Pea Dip

December 30, 2013

These Santa Fe turkey lettuce wraps are SO good, you'll WANT to save some leftover turkey just to make them (or leftover chicken breast would work too)! Have you ever had the Spinach Santa Fe Egg Rolls with the Cilantro Ranch Dipping Sauce from Chili's? They're dangerously good – I don't even want to know how many calories they are. That's where the inspiration for these lighter lettuce wraps came from.

Turkey Santa Fe Lettuce Wraps

November 26, 2013

Quick skillet steak with onions, peppers, mushrooms loaded on top of a baked potato and topped with melted cheese – this loaded Philly cheesesteak baked potato is perfect for the meat and potato lover in your life!

Loaded Philly Cheesesteak Baked Potato

November 19, 2013

These Irish style baked sweet potato wedges are topped with my favorite nacho toppings and they are dangerously good!!

Sweet Potato Irish Nachos

October 22, 2013

Blackened wild salmon fillets seasoned with blackened seasoning such as cayenne, paprika and herbs are seared in a skillet then topped with a fresh mango salsa – if you can take the heat, then you'll love this dish!

Blackened Salmon with Mango Salsa

October 16, 2013

My family loves this Chicken Shiitake and Wild Rice Soup, it's so hearty soup and and perfect when you want comfort food.

Chicken Shiitake and Wild Rice Soup

September 27, 2013

This loaded baked potato is stuffed with lean turkey chili, reduced fat shredded cheese and topped with some fresh chives – a quick, easy weeknight meal.

Loaded Turkey Chili Baked Potato

September 4, 2013

This CrockPot turkey chili recipe is just for the kiddos (or picky family members)! A kid-friendly chili with ground turkey, corn, bell pepper, tomatoes and spices. Serve it with some chips on the side for the perfect back to school lunch.

CrockPot Kid-Friendly Turkey Chili Recipe

September 3, 2013

Garden tomatoes, summer zucchini, and Asiago cheese make a scrumptious frittata that highlights the end of summer's bounty.

Tomato and Zucchini Frittata

August 20, 2013

Grilled stone fruit like peaches and plums served over baby greens with walnuts and a sweet honey goat cheese dressing, this salad is light and delicious!

Grilled Stone Fruit Salad with Honey Goat Cheese Dressing

August 19, 2013

Grilled chicken breast, seasoned with cumin, spices and topped with a fresh salsa made with sweet mango, protein-rich black beans, lime and cilantro for flavor.

Grilled Chicken with Black Bean Mango Salsa

August 14, 2013

This recipe is an oldie, but goodie! I had a big zucchini that needed using up and I was sooo in the mood for these yummy (and guiltless) zucchini pizza bites!

Zucchini Pizza Bites

August 12, 2013

A perfect summer lunch panini made with eggplant, tomatoes, mozzarella and skinny pesto on crispy French bread. Make this for one, or for the whole family.

Eggplant Panini with Pesto

July 23, 2013

Chipotle lobster salad with avocado, scallions, cilantro and lettuce on a whole wheat wrap – fabulous!!

Chipotle Lobster and Avocado Wrap

July 17, 2013

I set out to make a great tasting grilled portobello mushroom burger that even a meat lover would enjoy! The marinade adds so much flavor!

The Best Grilled Portobello Mushroom Burger

July 1, 2013

Grilled Pesto Chicken and Tomato Kebabs just SCREAM summer, made with chunks of boneless chicken breasts, skinny basil pesto and grape tomatoes. Serve this as an appetizer at your next backyard bash, or have them for dinner any night of the week with a great big salad or over pasta.

Grilled Pesto Chicken and Tomato Kebabs

June 20, 2013

If only this photo could capture just how incredibly delicious this garlic infused roast beef sandwich is with melted Swiss cheese and sweet caramelized onions!

Roast Beef Sandwich with Melted Swiss & Onions

June 12, 2013

These quinoa patties are delicious, vegetarian and packed with protein and nutrients!

Spinach and Quinoa Patties

June 3, 2013

Something about Spring and the warmer weather that puts me in such a GREAT mood. It also makes me crave more salads, and this simple salad is a favorite of mine, I make this all the time for myself.

Orange and Arugula Salad with Red Onion and Gorgonzola

May 14, 2013

I love making this mayo-less summer pasta salad with arugula, spinach, sun dried tomatoes, capers, fresh shaved Parmesan cheese and a splash of balsamic and oil.

Summer Pasta Salad with Baby Greens

May 13, 2013

Pearl couscous (otherwise known as Isreali couscous) tossed with asparagus, tomatoes and lemon juice make a vibrant Spring pasta salad that is perfect for lunch, as a side dish, or even to make as a side dish if you are grilling for Mother's Day this weekend!

Lemon Asparagus Couscous Salad with Tomatoes

May 7, 2013

Spring asparagus, shallots and Swiss cheese is a delicious combination with eggs in this slimmed down frittata which is perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner!

Asparagus and Swiss Cheese Frittata

May 6, 2013

Chicken tenders are slow cooked in the crock pot with salsa verde, then served on a crispy corn tostada and topped with melted cheese, jalapeño and a simple cabbage slaw made with red cabbage, lime juice, cilantro and salt. I could eat these everyday!!

Salsa Verde Chicken Tostadas

May 1, 2013