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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Easily-Customizable Banana Chia Smoothie
This banana chia smoothie couldn't be simpler. And it's dairy-free and sweetener-free which means that it's friendly no matter which dietary preference you may have.
I know banana bread was all the rage when we all first started to go stir-crazy in quarantine. But hear me out when I say that's not the ONLY way you can use up those bananas that are sitting on your counter.
If you have a big bunch and you don't think you'll be able to eat them before they go bad, I like to slice them up and throw them in a freezer-safe bag. Keep that bag in the fridge and add in your bananas when necessary. That way, you always have a stock of frozen ...
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Bacon Mushroom Thyme Burgers
This isn't your Mama's normal old burger. This Bacon Mushroom Thyme burger might look unassuming, but I promise you - the flavor is out of this world.
Sure, you've probably put bacon on top of your burger before. But have you put bacon IN your burger? Add in some chopped mushrooms and thyme leaves and you've got yourself a burger that just won't quit.
I'd recommend using fresh thyme as fresh herbs *always* taste better, in my opinion. But if you've only got dried, you can definitely sub that in. Also, if you've got another fresh herb that you'd rather try, go for it and let me know how it turns out.
The key to making sure these ...
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Chicken Fajita Soup
No grill necessary this week! I know we've been hammering a lot of grill-friendly recipes lately, but we're veering off course from that and bringing you a flavorful and filling chicken fajita soup this week.
I love soups in the fall and winter. As soon as the weather starts to get cool, my body starts craving all things warm. I don't eat as much soup in the summer, but I'll make an exception for this one. Especially on stormy summer nights.
Or maybe it's not even summer where you are. Maybe it's winter or fall or generally cooler - then you'll definitely want to make this one TONIGHT.
If you're go-to order at your favorite ...
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Dijon Herb Chicken Salad
Tangy, herby, sweet, and crunchy. All words you could use to describe this dijon herb chicken salad - aka a perfect lunch recipe.
If you're not using fresh herbs when you cook, you're missing out. This is easily the best way to bring loads of flavor to your foods. And while they're *relatively* inexpensive to buy at the store, you can easily grow them in your own space as well.
I'm no gardening expert, but if you're interested, you can find more info here and here. If you decide to grow your own, let me know how it goes!
To make this recipe AS EASY AS POSSIBLE, get in the habit of keeping some cooked chicken on hand. This is a ...
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Low Carb Pesto Shrimp Salad
This pesto shrimp salad recipe feels decadent and even fancy, maybe, but I promise you it couldn't be easier. If you're tired of your usual chicken breast or ground beef, this is a great way to shake up your meal routine.
I can't tell you which ingredient is the star of the show in this one. I personally love all of them together. If you've never made your own pesto at home, you're about to find out just how easy it can be.
This pesto is made of basil, garlic, lemon, walnuts, and olive oil. Traditional pesto incorporates cheese (normally), but you don't need it to make a delicious, flavorful sauce! That being said, if you can ...
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Refreshing Strawberry Basil Smoothie
This smoothie screams summertime. With a classic flavor combination - strawberry and basil - it's perfect for hot days when you need something tasty to cool you down.
Now, you might see the ingredients of this smoothie and think "Um, spinach AND basil in a smoothie? No thanks." But I promise that even the least adventurous eaters will think that this smoothie is surprisingly delicious!
You'll also notice that this smoothie has the addition of Greek yogurt. If you use traditional dairy milk-based yogurt, this takes it out of the "paleo" category. But if you can't tolerate dairy, you could definitely use a coconut based yogurt. Some ...
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Bacon and Asparagus Omelet
Another day, another omelet. This time we're using a favorite spring vegetable of mine - asparagus! Mix that up with some bacon and you have this fabulous bacon and asparagus omelet that's light yet satisfying to keep you fueled until lunch.
I'll be honest, I'm not the type of person that is ravenous as soon as I wake up. It takes me about an hour to feel ready to eat. But on busy mornings when I have to be out the door quickly, I try to eat a little something so I'm not running on empty.
This is why this recipe was born. It is protein-packed with eggs and bacon, has a kick of veggies from the asparagus and leaves me feeling ...
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Orange Poppyseed Chicken Salad
This orange poppy seed chicken salad is healthy and quick to come together. It's perfect for lunches on the go or a simple dinner on a late night. I think one of the tricks to healthy eating is having recipes like this one that you can resort to in busy times.
No excuses, right? No matter how crazy or busy things get, our foundational nutrition is on point because we keep things simple.
This recipe uses a combination or citrus and poppyseed to create a wonderful explosion of flavors. Technically, this one isn't strict paleo because of the Greek yogurt. If you need this to be dairy-free, you could sub in a coconut-based yogurt. We ...
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Root Vegetable Omelet
We're keeping things simple this week with this recipe. An omelet has long been a breakfast staple. But this root vegetable omelet is a fun spin on a classic. Using beets, parsnips and turnips, we're leveling up on the nutrients - and flavor.
The great thing about this recipe is how customizable it is. Don't like beets? Cool - use sweet potatoes. You could also use onion, rutabaga, carrots even. Don't be afraid to experiment and really push the envelope.
I love recipes that you can just freestyle. We don't have to stay in the box when we're cooking. We can go for it if we like. It really all just depends on how you feel and what ...
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