One bowl and one pan – now, that’s my kind of healthy meal. I’ve never been a fan of doing extra dishes and extra chopping/prep. I mean… who is a fan of more work? As a working mom who likes to fit a workout in, I don’t have that kind of leisurely time. These black…… Continue reading Simple and Healthy Black Bean Burgers

While warm winters in Florida are a blessing, it can be difficult to find winter-themed dishes that pair up with the warm weather. As much as I love a good winter stew, sometimes I just want something crisp and refreshing after an 85-degree winter day. I made this dish a few weeks ago at a…… Continue reading Raw Brussels Sprout and Kale Salad

Yes, I have a zucchini noodle (zoodle) obsession. My spiralizer is one of my favorite kitchen tools. I make a lot of zoodle dishes when I get hired to do healthy cooking demos, and this chilled pasta salad style recipe is one of my faves. I especially love it because it takes minimal time, prep,…… Continue reading Mediterranean Zucchini Noodle (Zoodle) Salad

The weather may still be 89 degrees here in South Florida, but that doesn’t stop me from enjoying the flavors of fall. I’ve been craving all the delicious orange fall veggies (sweet potato, butternut squash, pumpkin), so I’ve been trying to work them into meals whenever I get the chance. This soup is super easy…… Continue reading Chicken Sausage, White Bean, Sweet Potato, and Kale Soup

Even though fall doesn’t bring much cool weather down here in Florida, I still love the fall flavors this time of year. This pork tenderloin is flavored with pure maple syrup, sage, thyme, and white balsamic vinegar. The veggies get the same seasoning and are topped with smokey bacon and toasted pecans. When I’m counseling…… Continue reading Maple Pork Tenderloin with Fall Vegetables

Yes, I’m just as excited as you are for fall pumpkin goodies. While I love a good sweet pumpkin dessert or drink, I also love using it in savory dishes. This spicy soup gets its bold flavor from pumpkin (of course), spicy chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, and fresh cilantro. If you haven’t noticed by…… Continue reading Spicy Pumpkin Chipotle Soup

This bean pasta is one of my favorite pantry staples. Made primarily from chickpea flour, the pasta pictured below contains 14 grams of protein and 32 grams of carbs per serving! Regular pasta contains about 5 grams of protein and 42 grams of carbs per serving. We buy this one from The Fresh Market, though…… Continue reading Healthy Pasta Salad… Made with Bean Pasta!

Quinoa is a great substitute for rice in many recipes, since it is much higher in micronutrients and fiber. I challenged myself to use the rest of the quinoa in my pantry and cook something I’ve never made before: paella! I served hot sauce and fresh jalapeño on the side so my 1-year-old could enjoy…… Continue reading Quinoa Paella