Other than chopping vegetables, this recipe only takes 1 minute in the Instant Pot. Then you will have yummy dinner and leftovers. I always serve over brown rice or quinoa. If desired, add chicken or shrimp for a protein boost. Ingredients: 1 onion, sliced 3 carrots, peeled and thinly sliced 2 bell peppers, sliced into […]
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Mushroom Sausage Soup
Mushrooms are a great way to bulk up soups and give them a meaty flavor. I blended up ingredients in order to obtain a creamy consistency without anything bad. This versatile soup recipe is full of veggies, flavor (without any extra spice) and I was able to cut down on the meat (sausage). Feel free […]
Egg Roll in a Bowl
I love egg rolls but the fried shell makes me feel bloated. This recipes is quite similar to the egg roll base. Of course, I have jazzed up this recipe adding more veggies but also making it super simple. Stir-Fry Ingredients: 1 bag cole slaw mix with carrots (~14 oz bag) 2-3 cloves garlic, minced […]
Crockpot Turkey Chili with Black Beans & Squash
Everyone is loving my crockpot recipes and I have gotten some requests for Crockpot Chili (with meat). I am sure you will love it. Ingredients: 2 cups dried black beans 1 pound ground turkey 2 cans diced tomatoes with juice (I love using zesty jalapeno flavor) 10-14 oz of frozen mixed bell pepper strips 6-8 oz of […]
Zucchini Egg Latka
Sometimes I want to make something fun and different for my family. Here is an easy recipe you can make for any meal of the day! It’s actually well balanced with protein, carbs, healthy fat and veggie. This recipe is versatile so feel free to add shredded potato or sweet potato for more carbs/fuel. Ingredients […]
Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl
A big staple in my family is quinoa. Quinoa has all the essential amino acids that most grains lack, which makes it a superfood! One of the recipes I make regularly is this delicious Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl. Here is a simple recipe you can make in bulk! Ingredients 1 cup quinoa (chilled) 1 can garbanzo […]
College Food Hacks
Some of my clients tell me how difficult it can be finding healthy options when being a busy college student. It can be hard to find healthier options that are affordable and easy to prepare. Instead of buying McD’s and drinking a couple of beers whenever you get HANGRY, focus on eating more frequently and […]
2 Minute Mexican Shredded Chicken
Sometimes our lives are way to busy to prepare an entire meal when coming home from work. This recipe takes two minutes to prep in your slow cooker or crock pot. When you come home from work….shred the chicken for simple meals, like tacos, Mexican salad, or chicken and rice, quinoa or beans. To help […]
Glorified Rice and Beans
Been experimenting with more vegetarian dinners these days and this is a family staple. Rice and beans sounds boring but with all the fun extras, it’s an awesome dish. Beware of your portions of the rice and beans. For my weight loss clients, I only recommend 3/4 cup total of the brown rice and beans. […]
Zucchini Noodle Blend
Tons of recipes call for zucchini noodles or zoodles. I’ve tried them out with my family and they rejected them – darn it! But I did not want to give up on them because they are so easy and healthy. Here is my resolution…Mix 1/2 zucchini noodles + 1/2 spaghetti (I use gluten free pasta). You […]
