Tag: healthy
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Quinoa Salad with Asparagus and Goat Cheese
I am a self-professed salad junkie. 9 times out of 10 if I am going out to eat at a restaurant I am ordering a salad. Generally they get a bad rap for being boring and basic but that is not always the case. This salad is full of flavor and textures while also being…
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Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos
These chicken taquitos are a healthier twist on a classic snack. They maintain their signature crispiness and flavor all while being lower in calories and fat. I used an air fryer to cook these rather than the traditional way of deep frying them to get that crunchy exterior and I was seriously impressed. I also…
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Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan
Who doesn’t enjoy a good chicken parmesan? It’s one of those classic, comforting meals typically served along with heaps of spaghetti. I wanted to take that meal we all know and love and transform it into a healthier version of itself. Using an air fryer the chicken cutlets receive their signature crispness and crunch. It…
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Pumpkin Pie Bars
I think its safe to say that is officially pumpkin season. Everywhere you look theres a different product or food item with the scent and flavor of pumpkin spice. For the next few months pumpkin will continue to be at the center of many people’s daily lives whether it be through coffee, candle or dessert.…
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Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
I like most most people am a huge buffalo chicken fan. In my opinion it is the ultimate, crave-able flavor combo there is. Pizza, dips, salads, wraps, sandwiches, etc. There is no limit to how many buffalo chicken interpretations can be created and devoured. This meatball recipe is my interpretation on a classic Buffalo chicken…
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Cantaloupe & Prosciutto Salad
It’s a well known fact that I am not a “fruit on salad” type of person but this salad is the exception! It is so fresh and flavorful with all the different ingredients balancing each other out. The sweet, juicy cantaloupe pairs perfectly with the salty prosciutto and peppery arugula. The inspiration for this salad…
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Grilled Vegetable Panzanella
Tis the season for vibrant, fresh vegetables. Zucchini and squash grow rampant throughout gardens all over. This grilled vegetable panzanella is a delicious way to use up some of the fresh produce made readily available during the summer. A panzanella is a Tuscan salad typically consisting of tomatoes, onions, and bread. This version adds grilled…
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Curried Couscous with Dried Cherries
There’s something about couscous that makes it the perfect base for sides and salads. The fluffy couscous granules cling to any ingredients added to it, creating a homogeneous, satisfying dish. It can be used with any type of flavor profiles or cuisine styles. On top of couscous’s unparalleled versatility it is insanely quick to cook.…
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Lemon Herb Lobster Salad, Avocado, Red Pepper Mayo
There is no one other ingredient that is more synonymous with summer and New England than Lobster. Whenever I catch myself dreaming of summer, a lobster roll always makes an appearance in that fantasy. As the weather has been increasingly getting warmer the thought of this dish has been on my mind more and more.…
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Chimichurri Flank Steak
I made this recipe for my sister and her fiancé and it was a hit! This dish is really easy to prepare, full of flavor and a great recipe to keep in your repertoire especially with summer fast approaching. I recommend serving this chimichurri flank steak with my lemon Dijon potato salad as a side…