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You can enjoy all the flavors of summer in this low-carb and gluten-free Tomato, Olive, and Fresh Mozzarella Salad with Basil Vinaigrette. This tasty salad combination is low-carb, gluten-free, low-glycemic, meatless, and South Beach Diet friendly. Use the Recipes-by-Diet-Type Index to find more recipes like this one. This Tomato, Olive, and Fresh Mozzarella Salad with Basil Vinaigrette is the perfect salad to make when it’s fresh tomato season and your garden is bursting with tomatoes and fresh basil. However it can also have mood-enhancing properties if it’s a very rainy first week of summer where you live, even if you have to buy tomatoes from Costco and it takes every basil leaf you can manage to snip from your puny plants. Ingredients: 1 can large black olives, cut in half (6 oz. olives after draining) 3 cups cherry tomatoes, cut in half 1 cup fresh mozzarella pearls, cut in half (or use regular fresh mozzarella and cut into pieces 1/2 cup vinaigrette dressing (I used my favorite ...

Broccoli Tots are a fun and healthy play on tater tots made with finely chopped broccoli in place of potatoes. I'd say that the most important part about making these is to make sure you get as much liquid out of the broccoli as possible before mixing it with the other ingredients.  If not, they'll just fall apart and turn out soggy.  Still tasty, but not as good as when they get that little bit of crisp on the outside. These little bite-sized broccoli tots would be great served as a size dish alongside Homemade Crunchy Baked Fish Sticks or Oven Fried Panko Crusted Chicken Drumsticks.  It think they'd even be great as an appetizer! If you're a broccoli lover like me, or if you've been looking for more ways to prepare this good for you cruciferous vegetable, you've got to try these! Broccoli Tots are a fun and healthy play on tater tots made with finely chopped broccoli in place of potatoes. INGREDIENTS 1 bunch of broccoli, cut into equal sized florets (around 3-...

Skinny Berry Parfait is proof that desserts don’t need added sweeteners to taste delicious. Our healthy parfait recipes are a great option for those with a sweet tooth that don’t want to sabotage their diets. Berry parfait recipes provide a number of benefits. They are lower in calories than cakes, cookies, and other dessert treats. They are made with whole, healthy ingredients, including berries. Berries are rich in antioxidants and are a low calorie sweet treat. The parfaits also include whole grains and protein, so you get a treat that is satisfying, but still good for you. Not only do berry parfaits make a great substitute for other dessert options, they are a great choice for breakfast. Kids love them because they are sweet and tasty, but parfaits are also popular with adults. They are easy to make and can be created in advanced and stored in the fridge, so they make a great grab and go breakfast. If you are having a tough time meeting any of your dietary needs – protein, whole gr...

Sausage, sweet potato, broccoli, and bell peppers seasoned with olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning and roasted to perfection. This quick 20-minute meal is a low-carb, healthy and packed full of flavor dinner option that is also great for meal-prep too! Sheet pan dishes have become my favorite and most exclusive way to cook most meat and veggies. They’re quick, easy, healthy and best of all, they’re effortless. Just one pan and no dishes to clean? I’m in! In the past few years, I’ve shared many easy sheet pan recipes and this one is another favorite of mine. It’s very similar to the popular 15-minute chicken and veggies dish but instead of chicken, we’re switching things up a bit and opting in for sausage. Ingredients 12-16 ounces Smoked Turkey or Chicken Sausage (about 3 cups) 2 cups sweet potato, diced into ½'' cubes 2 cups broccoli florets 1 cup bell pepper, chopped (any colors you like) 2 cloves garlic minced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning (or taco,...

This is the best damn broccoli ever.  The crazy thing is, this recipe is so simple! It is not much more effort than steaming them in the microwave, though it does take longer because you bake the broccoli. Baking is the key! Roasting broccoli creates a flavour that is light years away from plain steamed broccoli, it sweetens it and you also get the caramelisation. Plus, it sucks up the flavour of the lemon juice when you drizzle it over the broccoli while still hot. I tried it once with steamed broccoli and it didn’t absorb the lemon juice at all. It’s the “secret” that makes this broccoli so amazing! This is insanely simple to make but it's the best broccoli ever! Best eaten warm but also delicious at room temperature. I call it "Magic Broccoli" because it IS magic how a little roasting and a drizzle of lemon juice can transform broccoli! Ingredients 2 medium heads of broccoli (see notes) 2 garlic cloves , finely sliced or finely chopped 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil , s...

This garlic chicken stir fry is a quick and easy dinner that’s perfect for those busy weeknights. Cubes of chicken are cooked with colorful veggies and tossed in a flavorful garlic sauce for a meal that’s way better than take out! I used chicken breast, broccoli, mushrooms and yellow bell peppers in this dish. You can easily substitute in your family’s favorite vegetables, other great choices are snow peas, zucchini, carrots, or even celery. The veggies are cooked first, then removed from the pan and the chicken gets seared to golden brown perfection. This garlic chicken stir fry is a quick and easy dinner that's perfect for those busy weeknights! Cubes of chicken are cooked with colorful veggies and tossed in a flavorful garlic sauce for a meal that's way better than take out! INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, divided use 1 cup broccoli florets 1 cup mushrooms, halved 1 yellow bell pepper, cored, seeded and thinly sliced 1 pound boneless skinless chicken bre...

This Clean Eating Chicken Chili is absolutely delicious! I’ve made it twice since I originally posted, and it’s only been three weeks. This hearty and healthy chili recipe is lightened up with ground chicken and is a yummy clean eating recipe PLUS it’s 21 day fix approved. INGREDIENTS: 1 tbsp olive oil 1 lb ground chicken 1 onion, chopped 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 cup chicken broth 1 can black beans 1/2 cup frozen corn 1 can fire roasted tomatoes (14oz) 1 can tomato paste (roughly 1/4 cup) 1/4 cup applesauce 1 tbsp ground chili powder 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp oregano 1 tsp thyme 1 tsp garlic 1/2 tsp cayenne DIRECTIONS: Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once that is heated add the ground chicken and scramble fry until it’s cooked (about 7-8 minutes). Add the onion and red bell pepper and cook for 3 minutes. Add the rest of the ingredients and bring to a boil. Cover the pot and bring it down to a simmer for 50 minutes. Check on it at the 30 minute mark to give it a good ...

An easy and healthier version of the popular Chinese cashew chicken dish, using cauliflower instead of chicken. This dish is ready in less than 30 minutes! I love recipes that include cashews, so it’s no surprise that I really enjoy cashew chicken. This is a homemade and healthier take on cashew chicken. The lightened up sauce is savory and flavorful. It’s thick enough to completely coat all the uneven edges of the cauliflower pieces and pairs very well with it as well. An easy and healthier take on cashew chicken. Ready in less than 30 minutes. INGREDIENTS: 1 tbsp olive oil or canola oil 1 small head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets 1 red bell pepper, seeds and stem removed and cut into bite-sized squares 1 green bell pepper. seeds and stem removed and cut into bite-sized squares 1 cup unsalted whole cashews or cashew halves 2 green scallions, finely sliced SAUCE 4 garlic cloves, minced 3 1/2 tbsp hoisin sauce 1 1/2 tbsp rice vinegar 1 1/2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce 1 tbsp l...

Since discovering Northwest Wild Caught Salmon earlier this year, I’ve been having fun finding different ways to prepare and enjoy this lovely fish.  I was lucky enough to pick up some nice sockeye salmon at Sam’s Club. This week Stuffed Salmon was on the menu at home, and I decided to try something a little different with the stuffing using cream cheese in my stuffing mix. My Stuffed Salmon is a great way to turn an ordinary night into a special occasion and is great for entertaining as it can be made up ahead of time and cooked before your guests arrive.  You may also try stuffing a whole side of salmon and roasting it for a buffet.  It will look spectacular! I love recreating restaurant style dishes in my home and sharing them with my friends. This easy to make Stuffed Salmon with Cream Cheese and Crabmeat will wow your family and friends. INGREDIENTS 4 salmon fillets 8 ounces of crabmeat drained well I used claw meat 4 ounces cream cheese softened use regular not whip...

This Butternut Squash and Spinach Three Cheese Lasagna recipe is healthy, vegetarian, perfect for the Fall and Winter season, and popular with kids! The lasagna combines Ricotta, Parmesan, and Mozzarella cheeses with spinach and pureed butternut squash to create the ultimate Fall & Winter comfort food. I also tested this lasagna with gluten free noodles, and it works great! I used Tinkyada brown rice lasagna noodles – almost the whole 10 oz package. Ingredients Butternut Squash Filling: 2 cups butternut squash puree (about half of squash) 1 cup ricotta cheese 1/2 cup milk (or more, if needed) 1/4 + 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg Spinach Filling: 1 cup cooked spinach (8 oz uncooked) 1 cup ricotta cheese 1 cup mozzarella cheese 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 teaspoon salt pepper, to taste Other Ingredients: 10 oz lasagna noodles, cooked (for gluten free, use Tinkyada brown rice lasagna noodles) 1 and 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese (or more) 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (on top) Italian se...

I made this casserole a few weeks ago for my dad and his friend who were coming over to do some odd jobs at my house in Nashville. They loved it and kept asking for seconds. It is very filling and will satisfy a heart appetite for many hours. I used to love casseroles as a kid such as potatoes au gratin, mac and cheese (try my sub recipe here) and tuna noodle casserole but this one is just as good without the gluten and dairy. Hope you like it and will share it with your family. Leave a comment and let me know how it turns out. This dish is perfect for the 21 day sugar detox too because it has no sugar or starchy ingredients. Get started on the detox here. Ingredients: 2 tablespoons coconut oil, divided (order here) 4 cups fresh broccoli florets 1 medium white onion, diced (use 1/2 onion to cut carbs, if desired) Sea salt (order here) and pepper 8 oz. mushrooms, sliced 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded 1 cup chicken bone broth (order here) 1 cup full fat coconut milk (order here) or 1 cu...

crockpot lasagna recipe made so easy you’ll never again want to make it in a pan. made with your favorite lasagna noodles with zero pre-cooking of noodles required! {gluten-free, dairy-free and vegetarian friendly options} I’m in a crockpot lasagna mood. I think it’s safe to say I’m in a lasagna mood these past couple weeks. You ok with that? Good. This Crockpot Lasagna recipe is JUST as tasty as our sweet potato Mexican lasagna, but it’s even better for one reason: It’s made in my favorite kitchen appliance everrrrrr–the crockpot! No pan, no pre-cooking of noodles, and none of that extra work. Woot woot. R loves lasagna. Actually, that is an understatement, R is absolutely obsessed with lasagna. I think it correlates with my obsession with Mexican food and potatoes. I’m perfectly able to eat them for weeks without getting bored. And that’s how R is with lasagna. So needless to say, when we had to go gluten-free in our household, he was missing out on his best-friends-forever-food. Tha...

Zucchini season is definitely here! The stores are full of it and it 's pretty cheap so I picked up a lot of it with the plan to start off by making these grilled zucchini nachos! The idea is to slice the zucchini into 1/4 inch discs, grill them until just tender, but still crisp, and then to top them with a bunch of nacho toppings including plenty of melted cheese! As far as the toppings go I start out with some grilled corn off the cob, black beans, tomatoes, jalapenos, onions, avocado, cilantro and a finish of sour cream. With all of the fresh summer ingredients, these grilled zucchini nachos are pretty healthy in addition to being nice and tasty! One of the great things about these zucchini nachos is that you can top them with whatever you want so feel free to use your favourite nacho toppings! This years zucchini season is off to an amazing start with these grilled zucchini nachos which will quickly become a staple in my summer meal plans! These grilled zucchini nachos are jus...