Paleo Recipes

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 – …

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 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 …

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 spicy garlic parsley shrimp recipe could not be easier to make. It is ready in about 15 minutes but has a rich flavor that makes it perfect as a main course, an easy appetizer, or a decadent salad topping. Prep is quick and the dish will be on the table in a flash. If …

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 recipe for those busy weeknights! I …

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. …

These baked chicken paprika drumsticks have a smokey taste and they are fork tender and spicy. The recipe is super easy to make and the fresh herb and spice rub takes just minutes to prepare. The recipe is a Whole30 recipe and fits into the Paleo diet, as well. My husband loves really spicy food …

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-crusted chicken recipes?  Look no further. This recipe gives me tender, …

Looking for a quick and easy healthy breakfast recipe?  Try making a Whole30 Bacon Frittata. It’s a fabulous combination of bacon, eggs, mushrooms, and tomatoes with dark leafy greens and fresh herbs.  This light, but hearty Frittata recipe is so easy to prepare and is one of my favorite breakfast recipes.  It also makes a tasty and light lunchtime …

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 …

If you don’t know how to caramelize onions, you’re in the right place. Below you’re going to learn how to make easy caramelized onions and get cooking tips to avoid common mistakes. There is nothing quite like the taste of caramelized onions. Raw onions have a strong bite, but caramelizing them releases their sugars and …

If you love caramelized onions, you’ll be delighted with the 20 recipes using caramelized onions that are linked below. Each one of the dishes is enhanced by the sweet, mellow flavor of caramelized onions. Most people make caramelized onions in batches, because it takes about an hour to cook them. With large batches, sometimes it’s …

If you follow the Paleo or Whole30 diet plans, you know that normal butter is not allowed. Let’s learn how to make clarified butter, which is allowed on both diets. What is clarified butter? Simply put, it’s butter that has been processed to remove water and milk solids, leaving behind pure butterfat. It is often used …

Here is one of my latest cooking tips for the holidays – making your own homemade pumpkin puree. Pumpkin puree is a staple in Halloween and Thanksgiving cooking. From oatmeal to smoothies, to fudge and energy bites, this raw fresh pumpkin recipe adds an earthy flavor to all your fall recipes.   You can buy …

This one pot balsamic chicken recipe is one of my favorite 30 minute meals. Tender and juicy chicken is flavored with a tasty balsamic sauce that brings the vegetable to life. And even better, this delicious chicken recipe is a one pan meal, as well! We are all busy and most of us don’t have …

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 …

This healthy apple coconut breakfast bowl is chock full of fresh and healthy goodies. It comes together in just minutes. Having a breakfast bowl 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. …

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. The dish is the perfect summer salad that gives a big dose of Mediterranean flavors! Keep reading to find out how to make the recipe. Summer …