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Recipe Type: Paleo

A lighter take on Chicken Scarpariello that's not just delicious, it also happens to be gluten-free, low-carb, whole30 compliant and paleo-friendly.

Chicken Scarpariello

February 24, 2014

Sauteed shrimp with garlic, dried chilies and lemon juice – it's spicy, garlicky, acidic and sooooo good! You can serve this as an appetizer or for dinner

Spicy Shrimp with Chilies and Garlic

February 19, 2014

I love making pork in the slow cooker, it's so easy and literally falls apart once cooked. Here it's cooked with balsamic vinegar and honey which gives it a slight tang that I love!

Crock Pot Balsamic Pork Roast

January 18, 2014

Broccolini, also known as baby broccoli, makes a fantastic, quick side dish and compliments just about anything from beef roasts, lamb, fish, turkey, chicken, lasagna and more.

Easy Garlic Broccolini

December 20, 2013

These Ceviche Cucumber Cups are made with fresh raw fish (shellfish), lime juice, onions and cilantro, making it gluten-free, paleo friendly and low-carb!

Ceviche Cucumber Cups

December 5, 2013

Grated cauliflower makes a fantastic low-carb, grain-free stand in for rice when you need a little carb detox. You can season this any way you wish – here I brightened it up with lime and cilantro and served it with a broiled pork loin. It has a couscous-like texture, and is perfect with chicken, pork chops, steak or anything you would normally serve with rice.

Cilantro Lime Cauliflower “Rice”

October 28, 2013

These easy low carb breakfast enchiladas are gluten-free, grain-free and vegetarian using egg whites as a "tortilla" - perfect for vegetarians and keto diets!

Easy Vegetarian Breakfast Enchiladas (Low Carb)

October 21, 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

EASY 2 ingredient crock pot chicken

Embarrassingly Easy Crock Pot Salsa Chicken Thighs

October 10, 2013

This is my go-to spaghetti squash meal! Roasted Spaghetti Squash topped with a simple-yet-delicious Beef Ragu sauce simmered with tomatoes, onions, carrots and celery. It's so good, you won't miss the pasta!

Spaghetti Squash with Meat Ragu

October 2, 2013

Agua Fresca – Can't think of anything more thirst quenching than this on a hot summer day – chilled watermelon puree, a squeeze of lime, over a glass of ice.

Watermelon Agua Fresca

August 17, 2013

These healthy matcha green tea energy shots give you a BLAST of antioxidants, the perfect afternoon pick-me-up for a healthy Happy Hour!

Matcha Green Tea Shots

August 15, 2013

Zucchini, yellow squash and carrots cut into spaghetti like strands and sauteed with garlic and oil. I make this side dish ALL summer long – not just because it's low-carb, gluten-free, clean and paleo friendly, but because it's delicious, good for you and also happens to be my husband's favorite way to enjoy zucchini!

Sauteed Julienned Summer Vegetables

July 25, 2013

Grilled shrimp on skewers seasoned with cumin, garlic and finished with fresh squeezed lime juice and cilantro.

Grilled Cilantro Lime Shrimp Kebabs

June 27, 2013

This super easy method for grilling fish is pretty foolproof, and you can use any fresh fish that's available to you in your area. It's almost 90 degrees today, which means I'm grilling tonight. In fact I use my outdoor grill just about every night in the summer to make quick, easy, healthy dinners.

Easy Grilled Fish Fillet in Foil Packets

June 25, 2013

Homemade spicy chipotle ketchup made with clean ingredients you can feel good about eating!

Spicy Chipotle Ketchup

June 15, 2013

Vampires beware, there's garlic in every bite of this garlic lover's roast beef! And if that's not enough garlic, I like to serve this with my roasted broccoli with smashed garlic and skinny garlic mashed potatoes... in my house, there's never too much garlic.

Garlic Lover’s Roast Beef

June 11, 2013

This tropical fruit salad, made with fresh papaya, mango, pineapple, bananas and grated coconut is the best tasting fruit salad... EVER!!

Tropical Fruit Salad

June 10, 2013

These shrimp cakes are light and delicious, made with jalapenos, scallions, and cilantro then topped with a little fresh lime juice and a few slices of avocado.

Jalapeño Shrimp Cakes

May 30, 2013

Chicken tenders are simmered in salsa verde with cumin and spices for the easiest chicken ever!

Easiest Salsa Verde Chicken (slow cooker or instant pot)

April 30, 2013

A lean pork tenderloin, rubbed with Mexican adobo and grilled or broiled to give you a great tasting, smoky, tender piece of meat.

Mexican Adobo Rubbed Grilled Pork Tenderloin

April 24, 2013

A fusion of Mexican and American spices – a dry rub that combines the flavors of Mexico using dried pasilla and ancho chiles, with spices commonly used in dry rubs across the American South. Make a batch and it will keep for months if stores in an airtight container.

Aaron’s Mexican Dry Adobo Seasoning

April 24, 2013

Start the morning RIGHT with this super delicious, creamy green smoothie made with frozen banana, baby spinach, fresh mango, hemp seeds and almond milk.

Mango Banana Hemp Seed Green Smoothie

April 22, 2013

Harissa eggs in purgatory is a simple Italian egg dish, simmered in a fiery tomato sauce. Tastes like heaven if you need a quick inexpensive meal with a kick!

Harissa Eggs in Purgatory

April 15, 2013

Strawberry salad made with mixed greens, kale and spinach, sliced almonds, crumbled gorgonzola cheese and topped with poppy seed dressing – perfect for summer!

Strawberry and Gorgonzola Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing

April 9, 2013

Spring vegetables and chicken breast strips sauteed with fresh ginger, lime juice, and a touch of soy sauce for a quick weeknight meal. I love making stir fries for dinner, what's better than throwing veggies and protein into a wok and having dinner ready in minutes.

Spring Stir Fried Chicken with Sugar Snap Peas and Carrots

April 4, 2013

Grilled shrimp, slices of avocado, shaved fennel and oranges are served over baby kale and mixed greens then topped with a citrus vinaigrette.

Grilled Shrimp Avocado Fennel and Orange Salad

April 3, 2013

Kumara tandoori salad made of roasted sweet potatoes, seasoned with curry and spices, then tossed with bell peppers, baby spinach and a flavorful vinaigrette.

Kumara (Sweet Potato) Tandoori Salad

March 25, 2013

Salmon fillets seasoned with a garlic, Dijon herb sauce and served with a squeeze of fresh lemon... delicious!!

Grilled Garlic Dijon Herb Salmon

March 20, 2013

Pretty little bundles of bacon wrapped French "green beans" known as Haricot verts which are longer and thinner than the typical American green beans. Of course, American green beans will work just fine here too.

Bacon Wrapped Green Bean Bundles

March 19, 2013