on Feb 24, 2022, Updated Mar 04, 2024 Why You’ll Love This Mixed Bean Salad Bean Mix Salad is wholesome and refreshing, it’s an ideal meal any time of ☀️ day. My perfect homemade dressing takes this salad from ordinary to extraordinary. Not to mention this salad has all your bases covered between the protein and fiber from the 🫘 beans, healthy fats from the dressing, and even more nutrients from the cucumber and herbs....
on Apr 17, 2023, Updated May 11, 2023 To make things even more seamless, you can prep the meatballs the night before and assemble the dish the following day. Our recipe is not traditional by any means, as my mom uses her Bulgarian recipe for the meatballs and we use our Italian sugo for the tomato sauce, but feel free to make this any way you like with the ingredients you have on hand....
This quick recipe is easy enough for even beginner chefs to prepare. Plus, you can serve it at room temperature, warm, or as a cold Caprese pasta salad for maximum flexibility. Basil pesto pasta salad makes an irresistible side dish for grilled meat and veggies. You could even have it by itself for a satisfying yet simple lunch. If you need a potluck-ready recipe, you can easily make this cold pesto salad for a crowd....
He was right. I would not prefer to make a fried dish in my kitchen. He continued by saying that I should pretty much forget about healthy food when it comes to Super Bowl party food. I told him that I would find a way to make healthier chicken wings. Again, he looked at me with an expression on his face saying, “I don’t think so…” I looked for a recipe that (1) I do not have to fry (2) will be crisp on the outside and soft and flavorful on the inside, just like the fried version would be....
on Sep 18, 2024 “Stracciatella” comes from the word “Stracciare,” which means “to tear” or “to shred,” and perfectly describes the texture of this delicious soup. This soup is said to originate in Rome, where it was prepared as a comforting dish on cold days for centuries. Traditional Italians serve this soup 🍲 as a first course or starter due to the fact that it’s light and savory, but it can definitely be enjoyed as a meal as well!...
on Jun 08, 2023, Updated Jul 29, 2024 Why You’ll Love Strawberry Yogurt Bowl My Strawberry Yogurt Bowl is seriously hard to beat. When you’re craving a cold bowl of ice cream, try this instead. You’ll get the same great flavor and creaminess of a 🍓 strawberry frozen yogurt or ice cream, but it’s so much healthier and full of protein if you use a high-protein 💪 Greek yogurt variety....
Even better, this fresh quinoa bowl recipe is topped with a yogurt tahini sauce that perfectly balances creamy and zesty Mediterranean flavors. Foodies and picky eaters alike will want second helpings of this 30-minute meal. Serve it as a filling and healthy lunch or a side dish with dinner. Once you fall in love with this quinoa sweet potato bowl, you won’t be able to resist my other easy quinoa recipes....
What is Vermicelli Rice? Vermicelli rice—known as “riz bil sha’riyeh” in Arabic—is a classic Middle Eastern side dish made with three main ingredients: rice, vermicelli pasta, and oil. It may seem simple, but this basic pilaf recipe packs major flavor through its two-part cooking method: saute the pasta and then cook it with the rice. Though some may add additional seasonings and ingredients to this recipe, its foundational roots run deep throughout Mediterranean and Arab countries, including countries like Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, and Turkey....
How to Store, Reheat, and Freeze This Recipe? Once you make this vegan and gluten-free recipe for eggplant in the air fryer, you’ll want it every night of the week. With these simple storage tips, you’ll have toasty, savory eggplant whenever the craving strikes. Eggplant: I use globe eggplant in this crispy air fryer eggplant recipe, as it’s the most common type of eggplant found in grocery stores. However, many different types of eggplants would also work....
on May 26, 2023, Updated Nov 18, 2024 Why You’ll Love Baked Parmesan Chicken I love a recipe that’s easy to prep but tastes like I’ve spent serious time cooking. This Baked Parmesan Chicken literally 5 minutes to prep and only uses one dish! The Parmigiano Reggiano on top of the chicken gives the ultimate crust and flavor while the yogurt marinade tenderizes it and makes it incredibly juicy. The potatoes melt in your mouth and the sauce at the bottom of the dish is perfect for dipping into with a warm loaf of crusty bread....
Since then I have taken up the habit of drinking a cup of my ginger turmeric tea during these cold winter months to make myself feel better. Today’s recipe, Ginger Turmeric Smoothie, is inspired by that drink. It is a dairy-free carrot-based smoothie that is flavored with oranges, fresh ginger, and ground turmeric. It is naturally sweetened with oranges and sweet carrots. CARROT GINGER TURMERIC SMOOTHIE INGREDIENTS This turmeric smoothie is made in a high powered blender using only 7 ingredients....
on Jun 28, 2021, Updated Nov 21, 2024 Why You’ll Love Chicken Mashed Potato Nests This Chicken Mashed Potato Nests recipe combines comforting flavors of creamy, cheesy mashed potatoes with a savory, flavorful 🍗 chicken and vegetable filling. This dish not only looks impressive with its adorable potato “nests,” but it’s also incredibly versatile, allowing you to customize the filling with your favorite protein, veggies, and spices. It’s a perfect all-in-one meal that’s both hearty and satisfying, making it ideal for family 🍽️ dinners or entertaining guests....
on Jan 20, 2024 Why You’ll Love Clementine Cake It truly doesn’t get any easier than this cake! I’m all about simplicity and convenience, and this cake is the poster child for simple yet delicious. With only 10 minutes of prep time, a blender, two clementines 🍊(no peeling required, folks) and a few kitchen staples, you’ll have the most refreshing, moist, melt-in-your-mouth 🤤 clementine loaf. What is a Clementine? A clementine is a tangor, a citrus fruit hybrid between a willow leaf mandarin orange and a sweet orange, named in honor of Clément Rodier who was a French missionary....
on Nov 01, 2021, Updated Jun 23, 2024 Why You’ll Love Creamy Lemonade This Creamy Lemonade is the most refreshing drink you’ll have this ☀️ summer. It’s thick and frothy, perfectly tart from the 🍋 lemon and oh so creamy. It comes together in a flash using just a hand-held frother so there’s no need to even bust out the blender. Three ingredients, fresh summery flavors, and you’re in heaven!...
It is no secret that I have always been a fan of Greek yogurt. However, with all different kinds of international yogurt choices that are currently available in today’s supermarkets, it is hard not to be curious. If you are a fan of yogurt like I am, you’ve probably heard about the Icelandic style yogurt that has been pretty popular in the last few years. I have seen and heard about it, but honestly, until recently I have never tried it....
If you are a fan of similar easy Greek yogurt-based recipes, check out our Tzatziki (aka Greek cucumber salad dressing), Greek Yogurt Coleslaw, Pasta with Greek Yogurt Sauce, and Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad recipes. Ingredients You’ll Need: You only need a few basic ingredients and a few pantry staples to make this cucumber yogurt salad. The ingredients list has two parts: For the Greek yogurt salad dressing, you will need the following:...
on Nov 03, 2023 Get ready to revolutionize your seasoning game with these nutritious flavour bombs that will add incredible layers of flavor to your soups 🍜, stews, sauces, gravies and more! Why You’ll Love Chicken Bouillon Cubes Not only are these homemade chicken bouillon cubes budget-friendly, but they can last for 3-4 months without any preservatives. Speaking of preservatives, did you know most commercial bouillon cubes have up to 500 mg of sodium per cube 😱?...
The best part – this easy homemade ricotta cheese recipe can be used in savory recipes like eggplant involtini, ricotta lemon pasta or strawberry ricotta bruschetta or sweet recipes like almond flour ricotta cake or lemon ricotta pancakes. Just as the Barefoot Contessa says, “how easy is that?” Ingredients The ricotta cheese ingredients are short and sweet – all you need is: Whole cow milk Heavy cream Kosher salt White wine vinegar...
on May 19, 2021, Updated Sep 09, 2024 Why You’ll Love Honey Almond Cookies With just 🍎 apple purée or mashed bananas, honey, and almond flour, these cookies are naturally sweetened, gluten-free, and packed with the nutritional benefits of almonds. Their soft, chewy, and fluffy texture makes them a satisfying treat, while the option to customize with add-ins like 🍫 chocolate chips, coconut or dried fruits lets you play with textures and flavors too....
Keep It As a Bunch Once people learned that this nutrient-dense veggie packs a ton of health benefits, the popularity of this leafy green soared. Kale is a superfood, and because of this, we want to make sure we are keeping all those nutrients intact while also enjoying its flavor and texture. If you want to keep the fresh kale in a bunch, do not wash it. Simply wrap it in a kitchen towel (or a few sheets of paper towels) and place it in a plastic storage bag....
