Is there even such a thing as keto snacks? When most people think of the keto diet, they think that all they need to do is eat meat, avoid bread and kiss ice cream goodbye.
While some of these ideas hold true with the keto diet, there is more that needs to be understood. The keto diet has truly taken over the health and fitness community and it’s easy to see why. Many swear by the keto diet through its ability to help individuals lose weight and lower risk factors for certain diseases.
Truly, this diet is a dream come true, but before jumping on the keto bandwagon, one must first comprehend the science backing this diet. ...
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Turkey Sausage Patties with Lemon Spinach
I'm really excited about these turkey sausage patties with lemon spinach. Let me tell you why...
If I'm being totally honest, I eat eggs for breakfast a lot. Scrambled, fried (or "bubble" as my boyfriend calls them), in an omelet, poached, hard-boiled. Literally, I like them all.
But sometimes, a girl's gotta switch it up a little bit. And with my experience working with nutrition clients, I know that not everyone feels the same about eggs as I do. In fact, one of the most frequent requests we get is for egg-free breakfast recipes.
If you have ever found yourself wondering if a paleo breakfast without eggs is possible, bookmark ...
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Cream of Zucchini Soup
This cream of zucchini soup isn't necessarily a "Fall" recipe, but I know we have plenty of readers in warm climates. If that's you, then this recipe is one you'll want to save!
Or - if you're a zucchini lover but you're in Autumn right now, bookmark this recipe and come back to it next summer when the zucchini are poppin'. This soup definitely makes any warm summer day a delicious one.
Having a plethora of zucchini-based recipes on hand is especially important if you have the vegetable planted in your garden. For anyone who has ever planted zucchini before, you know that you'll have a whole bounty of them before the summer ends. ...
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Herbed Chicken Omelet
With most things in life, simpler is better. And this herbed chicken omelet is no exception. With fresh herbs of your choosing, cooked shredded chicken, and eggs, this omelet is packed with protein and flavor for the ultimate, simple breakfast.
Now, when most people start to eat "healthy," a common complaint we might hear is that the food is so bland. Most of the time, this is because people are actually eating BLAND food. Boiled chicken and steamed vegetables are as bland as can be.
I always encourage these people to actually flavor their food. Crazy idea, I know. But spices - especially the ones from Trader Joe's - are a ...
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Pumpkin Smoothie – Like Pie in a Glass!
The pumpkin train just keeps on rolling. Now, I'm not going to lie - this recipe might not be for everyone. If you're not a fan of pumpkin, you probably want to steer clear. Hey, we can't please everyone all the time, am I right?
But if you're a pumpkin lover - or even better...a pumpkin PIE lover, you'll want to make this one. It's seriously like drinking pumpkin pie filling. This smoothie is just one more way to really embrace the holiday season. SPOOKY SZN, let's go!
Like I said, if you love pumpkin pie, this is the recipe for you. But for a lot of our readers, the traditional pumpkin pie (crust and all) is out of the question. ...
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Shrimp and Veggie Chowder
The changing temperature outside makes me want to eat all the soups, stews, and chilies. This shrimp and veggie chowder hits the spot for chilly autumn nights.
Of course, some people might say the star of the show in this recipe is the shrimp. And I'd agree with that. But I don't think we should overlook the crazy amount of vegetables in this yummy chowder either. Get your veggie on in a completely delicious way when you eat just one bowl of this chowder.
"What veggies specifically?" you may be asking. Well, I'm partial to carrots, celery, onion, red bell pepper, and zucchini. But quite honestly, you could use whatever sounds good ...
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Pumpkin Spiced Chicken Thighs
It's officially October. You know what that means, right? PUMPKIN SPICED EVERYTHING. These pumpkin spiced chicken thighs are no exception.
I know - we're about a month behind Starbucks. They released their famous Pumpkin Spiced Latte in late August. But, in my opinion, we should hold off on our crazy love for pumpkin until October. It just feels appropriate :)
But now, the month is here. And I'm going full-pumpkin on all the meals that I can manage. Enter...these pumpkin spiced chicken thighs.
I know what you might be thinking...what kind of craziness is this recipe? But let me tell you that these chicken thighs are so dang good. ...
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Spinach and Avocado Scramble
I've probably made this spinach and avocado scramble 1239487234897234987 times over the years. It's THAT easy and versatile. And like I've said before, I always feel really good about myself anytime I can sneak vegetables into my breakfast.
For all our keto-following friends out there, this is a great breakfast option for you as well. You've got your protein and fats in there and a bunch of micronutrients as well.
The boost of flavor in this recipe comes from two of my most favorite ingredients ever - shallot and garlic. Let's be honest, anytime a recipe calls for garlic, I (at least) double what it calls for. As for shallots, they ...
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Apple Cinnamon Green Smoothie
Fall is coming, y'all. Can you feel it? I LOVE the fall season, so obviously I'm deep diving into this season with all things cozy. Although fall is coming, the weather here hasn't exactly caught up yet. So, this apple cinnamon green smoothie is a recipe acknowledging the warm weather but letting me indulge in some of my favorite fall flavors.
I love fall for comforting, warm, hearty foods. But like I said, the weather where I live just really hasn't caught that vibe yet. The last few weeks of late summer are hanging tight. That's why I opted for a smoothie.
I really only like smoothies in warm weather. Other than that, I like to ...
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Quick and Easy Marinara
Everyone needs a good, homemade marinara recipe for those nights when a big bowl of pasta sounds amazing. This quick and easy marinara recipe really couldn't be simpler and it won't even compare to the kind you get in the jar at the store.
If you're low carb, paleo, or keto, you know that traditional pasta is off the table - literally. But that doesn't mean you don't have any other options. Zucchini noodles are an old favorite. Check out this old recipe here for more on zoodles!
Marinara doesn't have to be just for pasta or zoodles though. If you're into meatballs, this recipe makes a great accompaniment. Meatloaf, as well. I even ...
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