This delightful California Cobb Salad is a wonderful blend of mixed greens, grilled and seasoned chicken breast, with bacon, eggs, and vegetables. The homemade creamy ranch dressing tops the salad off beautifully! This salad is one of my favorite Whole30 recipes and also fits the Paleo diet, as well. It’s time for some California Dreaming – …
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Grilled pineapple is always delicious, but this honey and cinmamon glaze with olive oil makes it extra special. I love to serve it with chicken dishes and it also makes a refreshing summertime dessert with ice cream. Pineapple is also a great mixer for all kinds of drinks. See how I used it in my …
This delicious cucumber melon salad is my latest addition to my salad recipe collection and my family just loves it. When summer hits and the temperatures rise, the last thing I want to be doing is cooking in a hot kitchen. For me, summertime means lots of different salads. They are refreshing and light and …
This delicious Thai Chicken Coconut Soup has a really well-balanced combination of sweet, sour, spicy, and salty ingredients. The soup is Whole30 compliant, Paleo, and gluten-free. As an added bonus, the soup comes together in one pot to make clean-up super easy later. If you eat at Thai restaurants, you might have seen a similar …
This breakfast chicken hash with peppers and mushrooms is quick and easy to make and has a lovely flavor. The recipe is Clean Eating, Whole30, and fits right into a Mediterranean diet. (If you substitute sweet potatoes, it is also Paleo.) It is the perfect combination of fresh flavors and hearty comfort food goodness. This recipe makes …
This Greek chopped salad has a summer time taste that pairs well with grilled meats or fish and it makes a really popular pot luck take along. The salad is full of bite sized ingredients that are so pleasing to the eye. You’ll be transported to the Mediterranean with every bite! Keep reading to find …
This recipe for red pepper and Toasted Pine Nut Hummus is super easy to make and is creamy and delicious. It is so much better for you that cream cheese dips and you will love the taste of it. It has become one of my favorite easy appetizers. Whenever I used to go to pot luck …
This Whole30 Ranch Dressing is made with healthy fats and fresh herbs. It is creamy and tangy and tastes great on all types of salads. The recipe is gluten-free and fits a Paleo diet, as well. Finding commercial salad dressings that fit the Whole30 diet plan can be a challenge. They are out there but …
Looking for a healthy and super tasty treat? These tasty sunflower nut butter energy bites are the perfect after work out pick me up. They are sweetened only with medjool dates and are sinfully delicious. These little balls of chocolatey bliss are crazy delicious and are paleo, gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan. They have a peanut …
This keto broccoli salad with bacon and cheese is hard to top. Every time I bring it along to a party, it disappears! The keto diet is so popular, especially this time of the year, that it has it’s own National Day. National Keto Day is celebrated each year on January 5. We’ll be honoring the …
These healthy beef taco lettuce wraps prove that healthy eating is anything but boring at our house! If you are looking for a healthier and low-carb alternative to traditional beef tacos, this recipe is for you. These wraps are packed with flavor, easy to make, and are a satisfying option for any mealtime. The wraps …
This amazing caramelized mushroom breakfast bowl combines bacon and eggs with fruit, avocados, and spinach for one delicious and filling start to the day. It’s an added benefit that this dish is one of my 30-minute meals, too! I love a breakfast recipe that can be assembled and served in a single bowl. Doing this …
This easy beef goulash is a hearty one pot Whole30 beef stew that combines cubes of beef with red bell peppers, sliced mushrooms and onions. The flavors in the goulash are deliciously coated and seasoned with a rich paprika tomato sauce. This is one of my favorite comfort food Whole30 recipes that is perfect for …
This spicy garlic parsley shrimp recipe is so easy to make. It is ready in about 15 minutes but has a rich flavor that makes it perfect as a quick main course, an easy appetizer, or a decadent salad topping. This is Whole30 compliant, Paleo and gluten-free. The recipe is low in fat, carbs, and sugar …
Are you looking for a quick pick-me-up after a workout? Try these lemon coconut energy bites. These little balls of goodness are Paleo, Whole30, and gluten-free and taste really great. Most energy bites and granola bar-style recipes are loaded with some form of sugar. These little balls are lightly sweetened with dried fruit and have …
I love French fries as much as the next person, but when you are trying to eat a more clean diet, normal French fries are a bit of a no no. Instead, try making these baked crispy sweet potato fries. This recipe is more healthy than normal fries, more tasty and very easy to do if …
These oven baked chicken fajitas give all of the flavor of the popular Mexican entreé without the fuss (and mess) of a sizzle platter. They are a delicious combination of sweet peppers, onions, and sliced chicken with both fresh and dried herbs. Best of all, this is a 30-minute baked chicken recipe for those busy …
This recipe for garlic lemon roasted shrimp could not be easier to make. The flavor is tart and refreshing and it’s a quick and easy meal that will become a family favorite. My husband and daughter love shrimp recipes and like to eat them often. I am always looking for new and (hopefully) easy appetizers. …
This citrus salad with chicken and walnuts is the result of a recent shopping blunder. I came home from the grocery store yesterday with a huge bag of grapefruit instead of the oranges I thought I was buying. I do like grapefruit but at 1/2 a fruit in the morning, these babies will take a …
This roasted carrots recipe is a family favorite. The Parmesan roast carrots are topped with grated cheese and Panko bread crumbs for a wonderful flavor and crunchy texture. Roasting carrots brings out their natural sweetness and I often cook them this way. It’s easy and a great way to get kids to eat vegetables they …
This herb-crusted baked chicken is a simple, flavorful Paleo chicken recipe perfect for busy weeknights. It’s easy to prepare and delivers a crispy, golden crust every time. Super moist, full of flavor from a dried herb mix, and tender, this chicken dinner is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Ready in 30 …
Loaded with almond butter, dates, and cocoa powder, these nutritious almond butter balls are a quick pick me up and make a nice addition to a healthy protein-packed breakfast. The no-bake Paleo bites (with Whole30 adjustments) are super easy to make and have a lovely sweet taste but have no added sugar. I love making …
This easy-to-make cranberry pecan fudge recipe has loads of fall favor and just a hint of sea salt. It’s perfect for holiday entertaining and gift-giving. The taste is sweet, tart, and crunchy, all in one delicious bite! Normally, I am all about peanut butter and chocolate when it comes to fudge. Today, we’ll be veering …
These layered pudding pops with their red, white and blueberry stripes are perfect for a 4th of July or Memorial Day barbecue party. Summer is almost here and cold desserts are really desirable right now. I enjoy making pudding pops instead of juice pops. The texture comes out more like a creamsicle than a Popsicle and I …
When you are trying to watch your weight, carb-filled items like muffins can be off limits at breakfast time. But not so with these healthy cinnamon apple muffins. These muffins have no flour, which makes them perfect for a gluten free diet. Instead of flour, I use rolled oats that have been pulsed to a …
This post will help with roast vegetable cooking times and give you some tips for perfect oven roasted vegetables every time. Roasting vegetables brings out their natural sweetness and is a great way to get kids to eat veggies. It’s also an easy form of meal preparation, since all you have to do is cut …