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If you need a quick dessert that doesn't require much work, it doesn't get easier than this! These fresh strawberry, blueberry and angel food cake skewers are perfect for Memorial Day.

Red White and Blue Fruit Skewers with Cheesecake Yogurt Dip

May 26, 2013

I love the Mediterranean flavors of these grilled harissa lamb loin chops marinated with fresh lemon juice, garlic, cumin and harissa.

Grilled Harissa Lamb Chops

May 22, 2013

I LOVE chia pudding! And what can be easier than throwing a few chia seeds into a jar with fresh fruit berries and almond milk and giving it a good shake!

Superfood Triple Berry Chia Pudding

May 15, 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

Lean strips of chicken breast, bell peppers and onions served sizzling hot with warm tortillas and shredded cheese. If this is your idea of delicious, you are not alone!

Skinny Chicken Fajitas

May 9, 2013

I love this Southwestern black bean salad when the weather warms, it makes enough to feed a crowd. Also makes a great side dish or appetizer if served with chips or as a topping for taco salads. You can even serve with grilled meat and fresh tortillas.

Southwestern Black Bean Salad

April 29, 2013

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad is protein packed with fresh and tasty Mediterranean flavors. Made with cucumbers, tomatoes, kalamata olives, red onion, extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon and Feta cheese.

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

April 18, 2013

Turkey burgers with a cayenne pepper kick! Here's a fun way to turn boring turkey burgers into something with a little more exciting. If you're a buffalo wing fan, you'll love the flavors in this turkey burger topped with a broccoli slaw tossed with my very own homemade blue cheese dressing.

Buffalo Turkey Cheeseburger with Blue Cheese Broccoli Slaw

April 10, 2013

A sunlit, vitamin-packed tropical fruit shake made with pink-hued papayas, fresh squeezed oranges and bananas.

Tropical Papaya Batido Fruit Shake

March 11, 2013

The ultimate "guilt-free" frozen ice cream treat made with only ONE ingredient, over-ripe bananas! No cream, or sugar added. Finally it's OK have ice cream for breakfast.

Guiltless Banana Ice Cream

November 12, 2012

By replacing the lasagna noodles with thin sliced zucchini you can create a delicious, lower carb (gluten-free) lasagna that's loaded with vegetables, and you won't miss the pasta!

Zucchini Lasagna Recipe

September 19, 2012

Summer plum tomatoes roasted in the oven with garlic and herbs make an easy, delicious homemade tomato sauce that will fill the room with an intoxicating aroma.

Oven Roasted Tomatoes

September 8, 2012

A simple, chilled sweet berry soup topped with fresh berries and mint topped with frozen yogurt. The perfect dessert if you're having company because you make it ahead and keep it chilled until ready to serve.

Raspberry Blueberry Gazpacho with Fresh Mint

September 1, 2012

Perfectly portioned guiltless banana split sundaes in a jar that are decadent and delicious, but won't hurt your waistline!

Guiltless Banana Split in a Jar

August 24, 2012

Raspberry coconut chia pudding, in a popsicle! These easy chia pudding pops are perfect as a healthy snack or dessert, even breakfast on a hot summer morning!

Raspberry Coconut Chia Pudding Pops

August 23, 2012

Pan con Tomate or Spanish Tomato Bread – This is what happens when I have a crusty loaf of bread and some fresh ripe tomatoes in my garden!

Pan con Tomate (Spanish Tomato Bread)

August 21, 2012

Deliciously baked lump crab cakes with sweet end of summer corn.

Baked Corn and Crab Cakes

August 20, 2012

A fun twist on a Mexican favorite! Summer zucchini hollowed out and stuffed with shredded chicken, enchilada sauce, cheese and scallions. Serve this with cilantro lime rice and you'll have yourself a fiesta!

Chicken Enchilada Stuffed Zucchini

August 9, 2012

Roasted Yellow Squash

August 1, 2012

Pesto is one of the things I whip up all summer long, but pesto can have a lot of oil and fat when made traditionally which can make a dish heavier than I would want, so to make it skinny I use a bit less oil and leave the pine nuts out and no one ever complains.

Skinny Basil Pesto

July 30, 2012

This simple Cherry Custard dessert is similar to a French Clafoutis, only made lighter and served in individual ramekins for better portion control.

Cherry Custard

July 27, 2012

Skinny Pina Colada Ice Pops

July 21, 2012

Crust-less Summer Zucchini Pie – a simple savory pie made with zucchini, shallots, mozzarella and parmesan cheese. If you're looking for a tasty way to use up your summer zucchini, this is it! This makes a wonderful side dish to any meal or serve it at a potluck or brunch.

Crustless Summer Zucchini Pie

July 19, 2012

Cherry Lime Ice Pops – Sweet summer cherries with a touch of lime make these easy, sweet popsicles a perfect treat on a hot summer day. Only 4 ingredients!

Cherry Lime Ice Pops

July 15, 2012