I love energy bites. They are jam packed with wholesome ingredients and give you a burst of energy just when you need it. These delicious Blueberry Energy Bites have a tasty icing drizzle for a bit of extra sweetness. The energy balls are great for a fast breakfast, or as a nutritious snack. I also…
Healthy Recipes
Balsamic Chicken & Vegetables – Easy 30 minute Chicken Recipe made in One pot
Chicken Piccata with Artichoke hearts (with Gluten Free Adjustments)
Almond Butter Balls – No Bake Paleo Bites with Whole30 Adjustments
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…
Orange Cheesecake Bars – Creamsicle Slice Recipe with Orange Ganache
This recipe for orange cheesecake bars reminds me a bit of the frozen Creamsicle bars that I used to love when I was a kid. These delicious dessert bars are the perfect addition to your collection of cheesecake recipes. The tasty recipe is a cross between a cheesecake and sugar cookies, delightfully flavored and baked…
Pumpkin Spice Cookies – No Bake Gluten Free Pumpkin Cookies
In case you didn’t notice it, fall is on the way. On social media that means months of everything pumpkin! Today’s pumpkin recipe are these delicious pumpkin spice cookies. They are sweetened with pure maple syrup and contain gluten free oats for a clean eating treat. Making these pumpkin spice cookies Pumpkin spice is something…
Herb Crusted Chicken Breasts – Gluten Free – Whole30 – Paleo Recipe
YUM! I have a love affair going on with this herb crusted chicken recipe. Not only does the chicken look fabulous on a plate, but it is also super moist, full of flavor from a special herb mix and really tender. Are you looking for Paleo chicken breast recipes? Look no further. This recipe gives me…
Vegan Butternut Squash Soup – [Paleo, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Whole30]
The comforting feeling of a big bowl of soup is something that few other recipes can deliver. This Vegan butternut squash soup recipe is a remake of my traditional version with sherry. My husband and daughter love soups all year long. For me, soups are a fall experience but since my family is so fond…
Apple Coconut Breakfast Bowl – (Paleo – Vegan – Gluten Free) – Easy Breakfast Recipe
This healthy apple coconut breakfast bowl is chock full of fresh and healthy goodies. It comes together in just minutes and makes a great change from eggs when you are following a whole foods or high protein eating plan. The recipe is vegan, gluten free and this Paleo breakfast bowl tastes amazing. Don’t get me…
Southern Coleslaw Recipe – Quick and Easy Southern Style Slaw
This Southern coleslaw recipe is so bright and colorful and filled loads of flavor from fresh vegetables and home grown parsley. It is a quick and easy side dish that is perfect for your summer barbecues and parties. When my family asks me to make this Southern style coleslaw every time we have a barbecue,…
Healthy Cinnamon Apple Muffins – Only 2 WW Points!
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. Each of these delicious, full sized, muffins clocks in at just 102 calories each, and works out to 2 WW Freestyle points. The muffins have no flour,…
Tips for Oven Roasted Vegetables – Roast Vegetable Cooking Times
Roasting vegetables brings out their natural sweetness and is a great way to get kids to eat veggies. This post will help with roast vegetable cooking times and give you some tips for perfect oven roasted vegetables every time. Why are oven roasted vegetables sweeter? When vegetables are exposed to high temperatures, the heat concentrates their…
Keep those Resolutions Going with these Healthy Recipes and Meal Plan
No Bake Peanut Butter Balls with Chocolate & Coconut – 3 WW Points
These no bake peanut butter balls make a great snack or light dessert. Honey, coconut and dark chocolate chips add a nice bite of sweetness and crunch to this delightful treat. Looking for a post workout snack that is healthy and still tastes amazing? Try these home made peanut butter coconut balls. They are super…
Chocolate Cherry Macaroons – Only 4 WW Points!
These chocolate cherry macaroons have a light and crunchy coconut and egg white base that is topped with a maraschino cherry and drizzled with rich, dark chocolate. Chocolates and cherries – I can’t think of anything that goes better together. If you love this taste too, be sure to check out my chocolate cherry bundt…
No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Bites (3 WW Freestyle Points!)
These no bake chocolate peanut butter energy bites are full of flavor and have only 3 WW Freestyle points in each bite. They are easy to make, low in sugar and have a rich creamy chocolate peanut butter taste. I love making energy balls. Their high fiber and protein ingredients help to keep you full and…
Skinny Dark Chocolate Cupcakes with a Healthy Chocolate Frosting
These skinny dark chocolate cupcakes have a rich chocolate taste that will thrill any chocoholic. They have only 139 calories and even have a dark chocolate frosting! When you are trying to cut calories, rich dessert recipes may seem like a thing of the past, but think again! With this healthy chocolate cupcakes recipe, you…
Roasted Beet Salsa with Tangerines and Red Onion
Fresh Pumpkin Puree – How to Make this Fall Staple
Pumpkin puree is a staple in Halloween and Thanksgiving cooking. From pancakes to smoothies, to fudge and cookies, this creamy part of the pumpkin adds an earthy flavor to all your fall recipes. You can buy it at the supermarket, of course, but here is one of my latest cooking tips – make your own fresh…
Light Seafood Chowder – Healthy Fish Stew for Summer
This light seafood chowder is brimming over with the flavors of white fish, succulent seafood and healthy vegetables for a summer time soup that reminds me of days on the coast of Maine. I spent my summers in Maine doing things that Mainers do when the temperatures get hot, even though it is only for…
No Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
Always a hit at pot luck dinners and summer barbecues, these no bake peanut butter chocolate oatmeal cookies have been made more healthy with a few easy substitutes. But don’t let that fool you – the flavor still rocks! No bake desserts are super easy to make, and come together in a flash without heating…
Oven Baked Rainbow Trout with Parmesan and Panko
Make Grilled Pineapple for an Awesome BBQ Side Dish
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. For me, no other fruit says summer in quite the same way as pineapple does. There is a…
Mediterranean Stuffed Peppers with Barley and Ground Turkey
These Mediterranean Stuffed Peppers are loaded with ground turkey, barley and fresh vegetables. They are super easy to make and so healthy and delicious. Stuffed bell peppers are a favorite meal of mine – because they are fun to eat, very easy to make, and always look so pretty on a dinner plate! They are…
No Bake Sweet Potato Energy Balls – Gluten Free Healthy Snack
Easy Mediterranean Chicken Salad – Healthy & Full of Flavor!
This easy Mediterranean chicken salad features tender, boneless chicken breasts that are marinated in a lemon balsamic dressing that is full of the flavor of fresh herbs and garlic. This dish is the perfect summer salad that gives a big dose of Mediterranean flavors! Summer has arrived and that means it’s salad time. I love using…