Butternut Squash Salad with shaved Brussels sprouts, pears, pomegranate, pecans, and Gorgonzola, drizzled with a maple-Dijon vinaigrette — a cozy fall side perfect for the holidays. Fall Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash Instead of roasting Brussels …
This Apple Chia Pudding with Peanut Butter is one of my go-to make-ahead recipes — high in protein and fiber to keep me full and satisfied, whether I’m enjoying it for breakfast, a snack, or a healthy dessert. Apple Chia Seed Pudding and Peanut Butter …
Crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside, these Breaded Air Fryer Mushrooms are the ultimate bite-sized appetizer or side dish. Air Fryer Breaded Mushrooms I am a huge fan of mushrooms! When I’m not making my garlic butter mush…
Parmesan Zucchini is an easy dish I make all summer. It takes less than 10 minutes from start to finish, uses just a few simple ingredients, and my family loves it! Parmesan Zucchini It’s the end of summer and I still have so many zucchinis in my…
This is the best tomato sauce, in my humble opinion! Inspired by Marcella Hazan’s iconic recipe, this lighter version uses high-quality canned tomatoes, just a touch of butter, and a halved onion to create a rich, silky pasta sauce with only three ingr…
This easy roasted zucchini dip blends roasted zucchini, garlic, tahini, lemon, and dill into a creamy, healthy dip. Perfect with pita, crudités, or as a spread for wraps and sandwiches. Zucchini Dip If you’re looking for a light, fresh dip that’s just …
Nothing beats a warm, bubbly blackberry cobbler with sweet-tart fruit and a golden crust. This lighter version is perfect for dessert—top it with ice cream or whipped cream if you’d like! Blackberry Cobbler Recipe I’ve always been a cobbler fan. There’…
This quick and easy Teriyaki Salmon Bowl is served over rice with edamame and cucumbers for a high protein meal that’s sweet, savory, and incredibly satisfying. Make them in the air fryer or oven! Teriyaki Salmon Bowls I eat salmon at least once …
California Roll Cucumber Salad hops on the cucumber salad trend, but adds kani and crispy rice for sushi-inspired crunch in every bite. California Cucumber Roll Salad This California Roll Cucumber Salad takes all the flavors of your favorite sushi roll…
This Peach Crisp Yogurt Bowl combines warm peaches over yogurt with crunchy granola for an easy, high-protein summer breakfast! Peach Yogurt Bowl If you, like me, love a good peach crisp or cobbler, you’ll appreciate this breakfast bowl wit…
I love these fresh homemade Vietnamese-style summer rolls filled with shrimp, avocado, raw veggies and fresh herbs plus a delicious peanut hoisin dipping sauce. Summer Rolls These Summer Rolls are light and fresh. They are typically filled with glass n…
Foil-pack shrimp piccata with shrimp, lemon, garlic, butter, and capers—quick, flavorful, and cleanup-free. If you love lemony piccata flavors, this easy Shrimp Piccata Foil Pack recipe is a must-try this summer. Juicy shrimp cook in a garlicky lemon-b…
This easy homemade cheese blintz recipe has a light, tender crepe and a creamy high-protein cottage cheese filling. Perfect for brunch or dessert, and make-ahead friendly! Cottage Cheese Blintz Recipe If you’ve never tried a warm cheese blintz, you’re …
This Cucumber Tomato Salad is my go-to, easy summer side salad made with crunchy cucumbers, juicy in-season tomatoes, and marinated red onions. It’s fresh and light, making it perfect for hot weather. Cucumber Tomato Salad This Cucumber Tomato Salad is…
If you’re looking for a fresh way to cook swordfish, these grilled Red Curry Swordfish Kabobs bring bold Thai-inspired flavors to your table in under 30 minutes. Swordfish Kabobs I marinate swordfish cubes in a simple mix of red curry paste and coconut…
This easy Roasted Zucchini Feta Soup is roasted in the oven then blended until smooth and creamy. You can enjoy this soup hot or cold, making it perfect for summer. Roasted Zucchini Soup Roasted Zucchini Feta Soup is as easy as it gets—just toss everyt…
Make the most of summer tomatoes with this easy Fresh Tomato Pasta. It’s ready in minutes and great as a meatless main or side dish with your favorite protein. Fresh Tomato Pasta If you’ve got juicy summer tomatoes on hand, this Fresh Tomato Past…
Spicy Shrimp Crispy Rice bites are a delicious appetizer or lunch made with crispy, air-fried sushi rice squares topped with a delicious spicy shrimp salad. Packed with flavor in every bite! Spicy Shrimp on Crispy Rice These Spicy Shrimp Crispy R…
These Instant Pot Egg Bites are light, fluffy, and packed with protein—perfect for meal prep! Customize with your favorite fillings, like spinach, cheese, bacon, or vegetables. Instant Pot Egg Bites I love meal prepping these Instant Pot Egg Bites beca…
These easy shrimp foil packets are packed with Mediterranean flavor—juicy shrimp, briny feta, and fresh veggies, all grilled in under 10 minutes. Perfect for summer dinners, camping, or meal prep. Easy Shrimp Foil Packets (Greek-Inspired!) I love foil …
Grilled bananas stuffed with chocolate chips, marshmallows, and almonds are wrapped in foil until warm and gooey–the perfect summer dessert that cooks in just 10 minutes. Grilled Banana Boats If you’ve never grilled a banana before, you’re in for a tre…
This creamy, Cottage Cheese Cacio e Pepe is a protein-packed twist on the Italian classic. No cream needed—just blend cottage cheese, black pepper, Parmesan, and starchy pasta water to make a luscious sauce. Ready in under 20 minutes! Creamy Cacio e Pe…
This Stuffed Flounder is light, fresh, and packed with crab, corn, zucchini, and basil—perfect for a simple summer dinner. Even if you’re not a big fish eater, this one might win you over! Stuffed Flounder I loved how this stuffed flounder turned out—i…
Grilled Eggplant Parmesan is a lighter, summer-friendly twist on the classic—made by layering grilled eggplant with marinara, mozzarella, ricotta, and fresh basil. It’s gluten-free, and perfect for warm-weather cooking. Grilled Eggplant Parmesan If you…
This roasted yellow squash comes out tender with golden, caramelized edges—perfect with grilled chicken, fish, or whatever protein you’re cooking up. An easy, 5-ingredient side dish! Roasted Yellow Squash If you’re looking for an easy way to use up sum…
