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broiled salmon and couscous salad with fresh herbs
This refreshing and filling salad is packed with grains and herbs — feel free to play around with the herbs here; parsley would be a great replacement for cilantro.
crispy chicken and cabbage salad
This high-fiber salad has it all — color, crunch, flavor, and texture.
spring market salad
It’s salad-for-lunch and dinner season and this one does not disappoint! It’s colorful, balanced, and full of flavor. I used couscous and chicken that I had batch cooked a few days prior, so this meal literally came together in minutes.
baked chicken parm for one
A lite and refreshing take on a classic that’s just as satisfying — served here with easy grilled vegetables and a quick homemade sauce.
broiled salmon bowl with a crunchy slaw
I’m not sure if it’s the marinade or the broiler or the combination of the two, but this quick-cooking salmon never fails to get golden, brown, and delicious — what most chefs call the perfect trifecta. But don’t worry, you don’t have to be a chef to master this dish. All you need is 10 minutes (with pre-cooked rice), fresh vegetables, and a nice piece of wild-caught Alaskan or king salmon.
taco salad with avocado lime crema
This salad is simple — open a few cans, slice some veggies, mash up some avocado, and you’re good to go! It’s a recipe I fall back on when I need a quick meal, want something lite and fresh, or simply don’t want to turn on my stove. It’s also really delicious and satisfying. The avocado lime crema is a game-changer. And it’s really easy to make. You can also add it to tacos and burrito bowls — really anything that can use a creamy, fresh zing!
chia pudding three ways
Regardless of how the first 30 minutes of your day goes, a healthy and easy breakfast is always a good choice. You need to fuel your busy morning. And chia seed pudding can help. Continue reading for three easy and delicious prep-ahead recipes …
a classic sicilian salad and a summer in sicily
I spent a summer in Sicily – Siracusa to be exact. And I ate some of the best food I’ve ever had in my life. This is the salad that drew me there.
loaded smashed potatoes
These potatoes have quickly become a staple in my batch cook routine. They’re crispy, versatile, and full of flavor. I generally make them for dinner then have them with eggs for breakfast the following morning. This recipe serves four.
the smoothie i'll be drinking until winter hits
As always, this simple blend-and-go meal is balanced, high in fiber, and packed with antioxidants. It has no added sugar, is loaded with collagen, and tastes delicious. Give it a try — I think you’ll like it.
mashed chickpea pita - a packable lunch recipe
A delicious and refreshing packable lunch that’s comparable to an egg salad.
blood orange and pistachio chia pudding
A colorful and refreshing grab-and-go breakfast that’ll transport you to Sicily.
mediterranean grain salad with grilled halloumi and fresh herbs
This grain salad is well-balanced and delicious. Make it on Sunday for a week of easy grab-and-go lunches or pack it for a picnic with friends. Either way, you won’t regret it!
the best salad i’ve ever had
The crunch from the endive. The bitterness from the radicchio. The char from the burnt croutons. The pop from the fresh lemon. It’s a salad that demands your attention. But in a polite and confident way. Because it really doesn’t need to do much to get it.
overnight oats recipe with yogurt
Overnight oats have been a staple in my diet for years. They’re like chicken – a blank slate awaiting seasonal fruit and spices. I can prep them in batches, and they’re ready for me when I’m rushing out the door in the morning.
yogurt, berry, and muesli parfait
A refreshing and slightly sweet yogurt bowl that’s perfect for the season.