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Simple Fish Tacos with Homemade Salsa

Taco Ingredients: • ½ lb flounder • Salt & pepper to taste • 1 Tbsp oil (coconut, olive or grapeseed) • 1 avocado • 6 corn tortillas • ¼ English cucumber Directions: Dice avocado and cucumber. Wash filets and season to taste. Heat oil in skillet on medium heat and cook fillets 3 to 4 […]

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Spaghetti Squash Salad

Ingredients: 1-2 Tbsp Olive oil 1 tsp Rosemary 1 Tbsp fresh minced garlic Salt/pepper to preference 1/2 Cup baby kale greens or spinach 1 Tbsp dried cranberries, chopped (unsweetened or low sugar if possible) 1/4 cup chopped white onion Note: May add chicken or pine nuts for additional protein Directions: Preheat the oven to 375 […]

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Mexican Zucchini Boats with Ground Turkey

Ingredients: For the filling: • 12 oz  lean ground turkey • 3/4 cups canned black beans, rinsed and drained • 3/4 cups corn kernels, fresh or frozen (optional) • 1 hot pepper, chopped (serrano or jalepeño). If you have a sensitive pallet, start with 1/2. • 1 large diced tomato • 1 cloves garlic, minced […]

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Sweet Potato Quinoa Cakes

These are a wonderful alternative to the typical veggie burger or hash brown potatoes. Ingredients • 2 medium sweet potatoes, cooked and mashed • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and cooked according to package directions (I use a rice cooker) • 1 cup wild rice blend, cooked according to package directions • ½ cup green onions, […]

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Asian Style Turkey Meatballs with Dipping Sauce

I love making these bite size meatballs as an appetizer.  They are always a party favorite. They are also great with stir-fried veggies served over brown rice or zucchini noodles. Meatball Ingredients: • 1/4 cup gluten free bread crumbs • 1-1.5 lbs  lean ground turkey • 1 large egg • 1 Tbsp ginger, minced • […]

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Southwest Lasagna

This is a gluten free take on the traditional southwest lasagna! Made with lean ground turkey (easy to make meatless too!) and cheese (optional) on top, this is a FAST and wallet friendly dish that is excellent for the family or friends! Ingredients: 1 can kidney beans (or make your own) 1 can black beans […]

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Chicken Stir Fry with Kale and Roasted Tomatoes

Fastest stir-fry ever.  I usually make chicken (Sundried Tomato Chicken Bake) and rice in bulk in the beginning of the week.  It helps speed up this simple healthy stir-fry. Ingredients: Approximately 2 large breasts, cooked and sliced 1 head of kale, ribbing removed and chopped small container of grape tomatoes Olive oil or unscented coconut […]

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Spicy Tofu Stir Fry with Mixed Veggies

Stir fries are so easy and tasty. Use sauce from Spiced Vegetable Pasta to marinate tofu or chicken (try to use organic).  You may know that I am not a huge soy fan but occasional organic tofu, tempeh or edamame is fine addition to your diet. Approx 3 oz organic tofu, tempeh, or chicken Stir fry vegetables […]

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Spiced Gluten Free Pasta with Veggies

Not all gluten free pasta is created equally but there are some great options out there these days (best gluten free pastas). Feel free to make this sauce as spicy as you like and save the remaining sauce as a marinade if desired. Sauce: • 1/2 cup GF tamari or soy sauce • 3 Tbs. […]

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Veggie and Avocado Tostada

Ever stuck for dinner, this is a simple recipe to whip up in minutes.  Ingredients: 1-2 Corn Tortillas (buy organic if possible) 1/2 avocado, chopped Your favorite chopped veggies: Chopped tomatoes, red or green onions, peppers, carrots, lettuce, cabbage or cilantro Optional: Top with some beans, shredded chicken, ground meat or cheese if desired Optional: I like […]

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