Healthy and tasty, these Protein Cinnamon Bars are made with only five ingredients. They are a filling snack/breakfast that are so easy to make.  I have partnered with Naked Nutrition on this post. All opinions herein are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that keep this blog spinning.  The saying goes “we eat with our eyes first,” but, with these bars, I ate with my nose first! These bars smelled so incredibly intoxicating when they were baking as well as when they came out. And, the guilty party for their aroma is Naked Oats – Cinnamon Roll Flavored Oats. I have been expe ..read more

In this Easy Lima Bean Curry, frozen Lima beans are cooked in a creamy and deliciously spiced coconut cream sauce. This is a vegan curry that can be prepared in less than 30 minutes and served with rice or roti. I love this creamy and tasty Lima bean curry as to me, it is quick comfort food. I usually spend about 25 minutes making it, and I only need 10 ingredients for it! If you make curry often, then you probably have all the spices. However, if you do not, you can find them on Amazon. And, I am hoping, you will use most of these spices in simple sautés as well as grilled dishes after using ..read more

Made with delicious, ripe, fresh tomatoes, this easy tomato chutney is gluten-free and refined sugar-free. It is a versatile chutney that can be served with crackers and cheese or with rice and curry. This tomato chutney is such a delicious condiment. I love pairing chutney with some sharp cheddar cheese and crunchy crackers. In fact, we did just that when we hosted a wine tasting at our home recently, and the chutney, cheese, and crackers garnered rave reviews from everyone. To me, chutney, like this one, is so easy to make. And, it usually comes together in about 20 minutes. It can be store ..read more

Tasty and healthy, these veggie-loaded, protein-packed, Ground Chicken Meatballs with Carrots are so easy to make. Plunk them into your favorite sauce and enjoy them with pasta. Or, toss them into a salad or bowl, for a quick meal. Sometimes, I choose to have chicken meatballs WITH some carrots on the side. Other times, I think what’s the fun in that, and I combine carrots INTO my chicken meatballs! From pizza to snack bars to cupcakes, I love to sneak a side of veggies into most of the things I cook and bake. The other night, I decided to combine carrots and ground chicken to make these easy ..read more

These naturally-colored, blender-mixed, Green Bars are made with whole-grain oats and spinach. And, they are a delicious, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free snack for when you are craving something sweet but healthy-ish! I usually crave something sweet at night, and, lately, I have been craving greens too. Am I on an island by myself with this odd combination of cravings? Well, if like me, you happen to want your sweet treats with a hefty side of greens, these bars are for you too! I happen to absolutely love these green bars! They are very similar to these Chocolate Pretzel Bars I made awh ..read more

Made with frozen spinach, this Beans and Pasta with Spinach Sauce dish is easy, tasty, and healthy. It is a dairy-free meal that can be on the table in 15 minutes. A delicious and nutritious meal that I love to make is Beans and Pasta with Spinach Sauce. The spinach sauce is rich, so tasty, and creamy. And, it is made with frozen spinach! When this sauce is paired with fusilli pasta and cannellini beans, the resulting dish is so satisfying. This dish is so easy to prepare. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe is easy to master. So, let’s dive into the detai ..read more

This pink chia pudding is not just a pretty pudding to look at. Made with just 6 ingredients, this Pink Chia Pudding Recipe results in an easy, dairy-free breakfast or dessert, with a hefty nutrition punch. Spring is right around the corner here in Georgia, and that means it’s almost time for cold breakfasts and desserts like this pink chia pudding. If you happen to love chia pudding, then this one is well worth a try. It is a pretty shade of pink and a fun way to get a generous dose of nutrition in. What are the ingredients needed to make this pink chia pudding? This pink chia pudding is a ..read more

Are you looking to add some color to your morning coffee routine? Then, make this easy, healthyish, delicious, and dairy-free pink mocha right in the comfort of your own home! Pink lattes, pink macchiatos, and pink drinks seem to be making the rounds at several coffee houses and bakeries these days. So, I figured I would share my spin on the infamous pink drink. And, that is why this super easy and dairy-free Pink Mocha is adorning a small spot on the interwebs today. Why do I love this Pink Mocha? I love this Pink Mocha and have a hard time trying not to guzzle it down in record time, even w ..read more

Save the stem and green leaves of that bunch of beetroot you bought. Then, clean and sauté them up with some garlic, ginger, and spices, and you have a healthy and delicious side dish of Beet Greens. If you love beets and buy them by the bunch, like I do, you can use those beetroot greens to make this easy side dish. When I bring home a bunch of beets, I like to make use of all of it. Sometimes, I roast the beet bulbs, purée the roasted beets, and use that beet purée to make pizzas, crepes, bars, cakes, and cookies. Other times, I roast the beets and add them to salads or make a curry with th ..read more

In this easy Hot Honey Broccoli recipe, broccoli florets are baked until crispy and then drizzled with chili, ginger, and garlic-infused honey. This is a quick recipe that is a healthy side dish for everyday meals and holiday gatherings. If you love the combination of sweet and spicy, I think you just might enjoy this dish. This hot honey broccoli is so quick and so easy. It is a tasty side dish for lunch or dinner, or even at a get-together for friends and family. This dish is inspired by a bowl of hot honey Brussels sprouts I had at a restaurant in New York. And, you only need 6 easy-to-fin ..read more