The sequel to my cookbook ONE is finally here, and it feels SURREAL. After all the tasting, calculating, testing, and tasting again…I finally have a physical copy that I can actually flip through in my hands. But since you can’t reach through the screen and flip through mine like a cookbook you might buy at the store, I thought a little rundown might be helpful. Here’s the gist…ONE More Time–a second volume of macro-friendly one-dish meals, focuses on delicious, comforting, yet still healthy one-dish meals. Very similar to ONE, but with all new recipes for you to try. ONE is always one of my ..read more

Shrimp is such a great lean protein source. I’ve definitely realized you either love or hate it–but I love it! With one 3 oz. serving of shrimp, you get 20 grams of protein, essentially no fat or carbs,  AND you can cook it in less than 10 minutes – a total win. This Cold Shrimp Salad keeps well in the fridge for an easy lunch or for when you’re in a pinch for some quick protein.   It’s so light and yummy especially when it’s tucked into a gorgeous toasted brioche bun. And of course, if you don’t love shrimp, you can always sub it for chicken! What You’ll Need for this Healthy ..read more

Summer has flown by, and it’s almost time for the kiddos to go back to school. As parents, we want our kids to have nutritious snacks that will help them focus and grow. But with our already busy schedules, it’s hard to find the time to prepare healthy options. But don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. Here are some easy, delicious, and macro-friendly back-to-school snacks that your kids will love – and so will you! Back-to-School Snacks Baked Oat Bars: You and I know how important it is for our kids to have a macro-balanced meal in them before you’re all flying into the car with backpacks and sp ..read more

Casseroles. They are just so easy to make. Of course you can find complicated ones, but I’ll always choose easy meal options if I can. Plus, I love that they are comforting and homey. They make my life so much easier when things get crazy so I thought I’d share some easy recipe ideas because easy casseroles for dinner are the way to go.  Baked Feta Cauliflower Rice with Shrimp A super easy dinner casserole aka one-pot meal. This baked feta cauliflower rice with shrimp is so fast to throw together, packed with flavor and protein, and extra light on carbs and fat… leaving plenty of room fo ..read more

One of the best things, whether you are feeding a crowd or filling your belly, is a big bowl of salad with all the fixings. It’s no secret that I LOVE big bowls of greens, which is why I love coming up with new flavors for salad combinations. One of my new favorites is Waldorf Rotisserie Chicken Salad. It’s not totally traditional, because I’ve got my own macro-friendly spin, but it’s SO GOOD! Plus, who doesn’t love a good leftover rotisserie chicken recipe? What You’ll Need to Make a Waldorf Chicken Salad: Shredded or chopped rotisserie chicken breast Large apple, diced  Stalks of celer ..read more

I think it’s important to have as much summer fun as possible which is why having a good lunch is so important. It keeps your body fueled for all the fun activities so you can keep playing in the sun as long as possible. I’ve rounded up a few of my all-time favorite summer lunch ideas (in case you need a few). It’s what my family and I are eating on repeat as we soak up every minute of the summer together. Watermelon Salad with Feta and Fresh Basil This watermelon salad with feta and fresh basil is such a fresh, DELICIOUS, and beautiful salad. It’s got the flavors of summer and everything els ..read more

I love an easy meal that gives all the warm comforting feels. Bolognese. Marinara. Lasagna. The garlic-y tomato goodness just tastes so good, especially when it’s complimented with fresh herbs. That’s why this lightened-up recipe for chicken marinara has become a favorite in our home. I love it because it’s easy and because I can feed my family something they are going to love while sneaking something in that’s healthy.  What You’ll Need for Chicken Marinara: Low-fat cottage cheese Part-skim ricotta cheese Parmesan cheese, divided Garlic, frozen garlic cubes or garlic cloves Parsley Basi ..read more

There’s so many categories of food… healthy food, indulgent food, etc. But, I’m all about making healthy food delicious. To me, food that is good for you should be packed with flavor. So I mix the food categories together most of the time. Except when it comes to indulging in my favorite sweets. It’s all about balance. This healthy tuna salad recipe is one of my new favorites because it’s good for you while having a ton of yummy ingredients.  What You’ll Need for Healthy Tuna Salad: Albacore white chunk, water-packed tuna, drained So Delicious dairy-free plain coconut yogurt or nonfat Gr ..read more

Fourth of July is an amazing time of year when we get to hang out with our favorite people while eating our favorite foods. Everyone has their favorite must-haves when it comes to their summer holidays, so here’s a few of my family’s favorites that would be an amazing addition to any 4th of July spread.  Sides and Salads Every good gathering has a ton of sides and salads. While I love a good grilled protein, I’m also obsessed with all the yummy sides. Some may see them as a plate filler, but for me it’s another way to pack in a whole lot of yummy flavors. Italian Pasta Salad You may see ..read more

One of the best things, whether you are feeding a crowd or filling your belly, is a big bowl of salad with all the fixings. It’s no secret that I LOVE big bowls of greens. Which is also why I love coming up with new flavors for salad combinations. One of my new favorites is Waldorf chicken salad. It’s not totally traditional, because I’ve got my own macro-friendly spin, but it’s SO GOOD! What You’ll Need to Make a Waldorf Chicken Salad: Shredded or chopped chicken breast Large apple, diced  Stalks of celery, chopped  Red onion, diced small Fresh parsley, chopped Toasted pecans, chop ..read more