Apple Chicken Meatballs with Fennel
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by Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN
1M ago
These juicy baked apple chicken meatballs feature shredded fennel for an added veggie and lots of flavor! Enjoy some veggie-loaded balls over pasta, in a sandwich, or as an appetizer, or serve them to babies and toddlers. They’re a healthy way to add more vegetables and fruits to your family’s meals and can be shaped into mini or bigger meatballs! As you know, I’m all about adding in those veggies whenever possible! Here, I combined shredded fennel and apple with ground chicken to make a juicy, flavorful meatball. If you aren’t familiar with fennel, it has a slight licorice taste, but don’t l ..read more
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White Bean, Sausage, and Kale Soup
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by Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN
5M ago
This hearty recipe for white bean, sausage, and kale soup can be made in the slow cooker or on the stovetop. It makes a nourishing, cozy meal that will warm you from the inside out on a cold evening. Save this healthy, veggie-loaded recipe to mix into your regular rotation! Have you dusted off your slow cooker yet? ‘Tis the season, after all! If there are cold temperatures in your area’s forecast, this hearty white bean, sausage, and kale soup made in the crockpot (or on the stovetop!) is just the meal you need. I originally published this recipe in 2017 but decided to revisit it this month t ..read more
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Lemon Butter Salmon Bites with Vinegar Slaw
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by Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN
10M ago
This easy dinner recipe pairs lemon butter salmon bites with a vinegar coleslaw that you can prep while the salmon bakes! It’s full of flavor and nutrition. Plus, the process is so simple that it makes putting a healthy meal on the table for your family easier than ever! Ok, Veg World, it’s summertime…and the living’s easy. Or at least it’s supposed to be, right?! I don’t know about you, but I am very excited about the summer this year and plan to be outside in the sunshine with the fam whenever I can! Will, Sydney, and I have recently gotten into the routine of going to the park after Sydney ..read more
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Salmon Quinoa Salad
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by Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN
10M ago
This easy and healthy salmon quinoa salad recipe is made with canned salmon, quinoa, fresh vegetables, feta cheese, herbs, and a lemon shallot dressing. It’s a great lunch or dinner that can be prepped in advance or made for meal prep! Even though it’s not even June, summer is in full swing in my kitchen! The weather has been beautiful — sunny and warm — here in Minneapolis, and I have enjoyed making summer-inspired meals. With crunchy cucumbers and bell peppers and lots of fresh herbs, this salmon quinoa salad is a perfect recipe for warmer days. It’s delicious served cold and so easy to mak ..read more
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Veggie Chicken Burgers
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by Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN
11M ago
Studded with shredded carrots and flecks of spinach, these healthy veggie chicken burgers are a great way to add extra vegetables, nutrients, and color to a meal! They’re really flavorful and seasoned with things you likely already have in your pantry. Plus, they freeze well and are suitable for kids and toddlers. This easy main dish recipe is sure to become part of your regular dinner rotation! Burgers and summertime go hand in hand, especially if you like to grill! So, as the weather gets warmer, I’ve been experimenting with a recipe for veggie chicken burgers for all of you fellow vegetabl ..read more
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Deconstructed Cabbage Roll Skillet with Quinoa
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by Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN
1y ago
This unstuffed cabbage roll skillet meal is a deconstructed version of a favorite made with all of the fix-ins but without the rolls. It’s loaded with flavor from vegetables, ground beef, and smoked paprika and uses a jar of marinara sauce for a shortcut. Quinoa replaces rice to speed up the cooking time. When it comes to winter vegetables, cabbage is the real MVP! You can get at least 4 meals out of a large head. Seriously, I made 2 recipes before I tested this cabbage roll skillet all with the same head of cabbage…and I still have a quarter left! Cabbage is also incredibly hearty and fillin ..read more
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Creamy Chicken Mushroom Orzo Skillet
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by Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN
1y ago
For an easy skillet dinner that’s made in one pan, try this chicken mushroom orzo recipe! It’s a flavorful, balanced meal with healthful ingredients like spinach, garlic, onion, lemon, and parsley as well as whole milk instead of heavy cream. Make this cozy dish for a family meal, date night, or a dinner party. January is here and with it comes a desire for fresh meals that are both nutritious and delicious. Bonus points if the meals have a high cozy factor! If you’re looking for these kind of meals this month, look no further than this brand new chicken mushroom orzo. It’s all made in one sk ..read more
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Greek Turkey Meatballs with Veggies (Meal Prep Bowls)
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by Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN
1y ago
Need a healthy meal prep recipe? Make bowls out of turkey meatballs with veggies, all cooked on a sheet pan for easy clean-up! With Greek-inspired ingredients like parsley, oregano, feta, peppers, eggplant, summer squash, brown rice, and tzatziki, these Mediterranean meatball bowls are bursting with flavor. This post may contain affiliate links. For more information, see my affiliate disclosure. About a year ago, I saw a funny comment on Twitter that said that the way dishwashers are set up isn’t ideal for millennials. The reasoning was that my generation loves making things into bowl meals ..read more
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Coconut Cabbage Chicken Soup
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by Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN
1y ago
Every spoonful of this cabbage chicken soup is full of interesting tastes and crunchy texture! Shredded cabbage mimics noodles, while green curry paste, garlic, ginger, lime juice, and creamy coconut milk provide an explosion of flavor. It’s hard not to slurp up every last bit of this dairy-free and gluten-free cabbage soup. This post may contain affiliate links. For more information, see my affiliate disclosure. My birthday falls during the first week of March. Some years, I get lucky and get some spring weather as a gift from the universe. Other (ahem…most) years, the saying “March comes in ..read more
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Healthy Spinach Chicken Meatballs
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by Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN
1y ago
These spinach chicken meatballs are so flavorful, thanks to fresh parsley and two types of cheeses. They’re easy to make for a quick, healthy meal. Serve with pasta of choice tossed with olive oil and parmesan cheese or Alfredo sauce. This post may contain affiliate links. For more information, see my affiliate disclosure. Ah, spring! With those warmer temperatures comes ALL the green veggies! Spinach, herbs, lettuce, oh my. There’s so much green goodness to be had in the coming weeks. Today’s recipe definitely doesn’t use greens and herbs in the ways that I usually do. No, it’s not a salad ..read more
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