Is the Jennifer Aniston Salad worth the hype? My answer is YES! Try it out and see if you agree.I’m sure you must’ve already come across Jennifer Anniston’s perfect salad recipe by now, right? It’s gone viral on TikTok and Instagram multiple times and I knew I had to try it. I can report that it’s worth the hype! Although some believe she used to have it every single day on the sets of Friends, it’s not true. The salad she had everyday for 10 years on the set of her TV show was a version of the Cobb Salad. This one she shared on a social media takeover and her endorsement made the salad a vira ..read more

This Peanut Butter Granola with Chocolate Chunks is a peanut butter-chocolate lovers dream! It’s so much better than any store-bought granola you can buy and so easy to make! Homemade granola is one of those things you don’t realize how easy it is to make at home until you try it. It’s so easy it’s totally worth the time it takes–why not save money and be in control of the ingredients in there? Homemade granola makes a great snack or breakfast option. But are the store-bought ones good for you? Not always. It’s much better to control the ingredients and make your own. And it’s easy to mak ..read more

These Sweet Potato Wedges with a Spicy Yogurt Sauce are super easy to make and can be a delicious side dish, snack, or healthy game-time appetizer! Roasting is my go-to method for preparing vegetables.  Most of the time, I tend to get a little lazy with it.  It’s almost like I’m on auto-pilot when I’m getting ready to roast up some veggies.  (Side note:  If you haven’t tried roasted cauliflower, you absolutely must try this recipe for Simply Roasted Cauliflower.  Do it!) Chop.  Drizzle with oil and salt.  Roast.  I guess because it’s so easy and the resu ..read more

Cottage Cheese Toast is a quick, easy, and healthy meal that brings you contrasting textures and flavors that everyone will love.   Are you tired of eating the same avocado toast every morning? That’s so 10 years ago.  Besides, redundant breakfast options keep us from getting a wide variety of nutrients in our day. Even if you have a go-to option you love, mix it up and try something new! If you’re out of ideas, I bring you a four-in-one cottage cheese toast recipe that’ll keep everyone on the table happy, energetic, and healthy! I admit, when I first heard of the Cottage Cheese ..read more

Being healthy is a broad term.  It can relate to what you eat, how much you exercise, if you’re overweight or underweight, if your brain is sharp, how much stress is in your life, and even your level of happiness. All of these things work together to create a person’s level of health. Two years ago, I published a massive list of 75 Ways to Be Healthier in 2015. January is the perfect time to reflect on your health and look at how you can improve it in the coming year, so I revisited the list. I wanted to spark some ideas on what I need to remember when it comes to my health. If we aren’t ..read more

Craving Girl Scout cookies but want simple, real food ingredients? Try these Healthy Samoa Cookies! This easy, no-bake recipe will become a new staple for you. Girl Scout Cookie season is a dangerous time. You see a cute little girl out there testing her entrepreneur and sales skills and how can we say no to that? Plus, those cookies are so darn good. Even if the ingredient list leaves a lot to be desired, we justify it because we are supporting the GIRL SCOUTS! It’s hard to say no. Especially when your favorite Girl Scout cookie flavor is Samoas. You, too?  That crunch, that coconutty vi ..read more

If you want a nutritious and delicious smoothie recipe without banana, this recipe is for you. It’s a lightly sweet green smoothie that is perfect for busy mornings! This delicious and creamy banana-free smoothie is healthy, is ready in no time, and uses five super simple ingredients. It’s for all the smoothie lovers who don’t enjoy the taste of bananas in their go-to breakfast drink. A frozen banana is a core ingredient in so many smoothie recipes. Personally, I love this fruit. It has good-for-you nutrients like fiber, antioxidants, and folate and gives smoothies a creamy&nbs ..read more

There’s nothing better than a warm and comforting bowl of soup in the winter! This White Bean Soup is full of nourishing ingredients and is simple to make.  There’s no better way to enjoy white beans than with a large bowl of savory and hearty white bean soup. It’s creamy, rich in nutrients, and oh-so flavorful. Serve it with crusty bread for dipping, or top it with some homemade croutons for a visual appeal – it’ll score points regardless. The best part about this perfect bean soup recipe is its simplicity. There are no fancy equipment, no complicated steps, and no pricey ingredients. It ..read more

Bust those low-energy moments with these super easy, no-bake nutrient-loaded energy balls. They are delicious, good for you, and easy to store. I’ve been making energy balls since before my youngest, Luke, was born. These Chickpea Energy Balls were the first ones I created when my oldest, Meghan, as just two years old. Luke’s favorite became these Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Balls that are made with black beans. I don’t make all my energy balls with beans. I have many date-based energy balls, too, like these Cacao Coconut Energy Balls, these Chocolate Bliss Balls, and these Strawberry Sho ..read more

This is IT. The PERFECT loaf of Banana Chocolate Chip Bread! Super easy recipe that’s a huge hit every time it’s made.  Surprise your family (and tastebuds) with delightfully moist, healthy, and super chocolatey banana bread. This (I’m not even exaggerating) is the best chocolate chip banana bread recipe EVER! It’s a perfectly healthy (er, I mean indulgent…) breakfast option with a twist of chocolatey goodness to keep everyone in the family cheery and excited in the mornings. Just have it on the side with your breakfast salad and you’re good. What I love the most about this great recipe ..read more