Coconut and mango - one of my favorite combinations. Throw in some shrimp and a bit of spice from a jalapeno and this Coconut Shrimp with Mango Slaw brings all the flavors to make it a favorite.
If you're suffering from those winter blues right now - first, read this article we wrote last year about beating them. And then buy all the ingredients you need to whip up this tropical dish in the kitchen. The sunny mango and coconut shrimp will bring a little light and happiness to your tastebuds.
The slaw in this recipe is made from chopped cabbage (make sure you chop it up fine - or buy the pre-shredded one, no judgement.) Throw in a ...
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Sweet Potato Waffle Hash Browns
What's better than a waffle? You might say "nothing!", but I think this recipe might be. These sweet potato waffle hashed browns are everything that's great about breakfast. It's yummy, filling, sweet AND savory. Top it with an egg and it's got a healthy punch of protein.
Sunday mornings are my favorite time of the week. At my house (or, should I say tiny apartment...), it's the only day of the week that I don't have to be anywhere. That means, I can wake up without an alarm. (Worth noting that I'm still up by 7:30 AM, but hey, it's fine...) Mornings on Sunday are slow. There's a lot of in-bed lounging. There's no rush.
That also ...
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Southwest Turkey Hash
What's better than starting your day with a something hearty and delicious? This Southwest turkey hash is just that. And eating a serving of this will kick your day off with an impressive amount of protein.
Hashes, like this one, are great when you need something satisfying but you have a bunch of seemingly random ingredients. Have some veggies in your fridge that you need to use asap? Make a hash. Have a few potatoes that are nearing their end date? Make a hash. Add in some protein and spices, throw some eggs on top and you've got yourself an impressive, and simple, meal.
With chili powder, oregano, and cumin, this hash is ...
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Lemon Caper Chicken and Garlic Spinach
Low on effort, but high on flavor. This is how I'd describe this recipe for lemon caper chicken and garlic spinach.
Anytime I can get a bunch of green vegetables in my mouth easily, I'm all for it. Spinach is great for this because - even though this recipe calls for 6 cups of those baby green leaves - it will wilt down so small that it won't be hard to eat.
Add in the fact that there is no lack of garlic and garlic makes everything better. That's the truth.
What's so great about spinach? Well, first of all, it's loaded down with vitamin C. Vitamin C is great for the immune system. It's also got vitamin K, folate, fiber, and ...
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Chocolate Coconut Fudge
SWEET TOOTH ALERT! Where are my fudge lovers?
*proudly raises hand*
In my family, fudge has long been a holiday gift. Every year, Christmas rolls around and I end up with a tin full of fudge in my hand. Sometimes, peanut butter. Sometimes, chocolate. Sometimes, I end up with the one my sister wants and we switch. No matter, it's always delicious. So rich and sweet that I have to take tiny little bites as I eat my way through it.
The fudge recipe we have for you today is a spin on a classic. This one could definitely be considered keto and is most definitely paleo-friendly.
The main components in this fudge are coconut oil and ...
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Cashew Orange Chicken
Remember a month or so ago when I gave you a recipe for all of those times you're craving take-out? It was a delicious chopped chicken salad with this creamy almond sesame dressing.
I hope you made it because that salad was one of my favorite recipes in a while.
But I'm coming at you today to give you one more recipe to put in your arsenal when you've got the itch for Chinese food. To me, this ranks right up there with that salad. It's loaded with protein, healthy fats, and carbs to keep you firing on all cylinders.
Orange chicken used to be one of my favorite things to order from our local Chinese restaurant. The dish would come ...
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Paleo Lunch Ideas
More than any other meal, there's something about lunch that can be tricky for people. You need it to come together pretty quickly if you're packing it in the morning. Or if you pack it the night before, you need it to hold up over hours and hours. No one likes soggy food come lunchtime. Add in finding paleo-friendly options and sometimes it can feel hopeless. But don't fear - I'm going to show you how I approach it and give you some of my favorite paleo lunch ideas.
How to make the perfect lunch
I'm here to tell you that eating absolutely does not have to be complicated. That being said, I understand why it is. There's so ...
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Almond Butter Banana Sweet Potato Toast
Have you hit a breakfast rut? Do you eat the same thing over and over again because you've just run out of ideas. Or changing up your routine requires too much thought or effort? Are you sick and tired of eggs and bacon? If any of this resonates with you, then this almond butter banana sweet potato toast might just be the answer to your problems.
We already know that sweet potato is a bomb replacement for traditional French fries. Sweet potato noodles (using a spiralizer) are also delicious. (Don't believe me? Try this recipe from Love and Lemons.) But those orange starchy tubers also make a great replacement for a non-paleo morning ...
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Carrot Cake Bites
These paleo-friendly carrot cake bites are the perfect breakfast on the go or healthy snack option when you've got a little sweet tooth to satisfy.
The best part about this recipe, in my humble opinion, is that it requires no cooking. There's no need for your stove or oven - all you really need is a food processor and a refrigerator.
These little carrot cake guys clock it at 98 calories/ball. The macros are pretty modest too - 8g fat, 7g carb, 2 g protein. Not bad at all. Not to mention these taste amazing - especially if you're a fan of carrot cake. Which I most definitely am. Yummm.
First things first - make sure you ...
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Chili Roasted Cashews
Ready to spice things up in your life? These chili roasted cashews will most definitely do the trick.
Sure, regular raw almonds or cashews are great. Just pop a few in your mouth when you're feeling a bit hungry and you're good to go. They pack some healthy fats and a bit of protein. And it's easy as can be.
But let's all be honest for a second...sometimes, that can get a bit...bland.
I truly think the key to any sustainable nutrition approach is keeping things varied and exciting. I would venture a guess that no one - ever - wants to eat the same exact thing day after day after day for their whole entire lives.
So having a ...
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