The weather has been getting pretty hot and humid lately, as is the norm for our summers here in the Midwest. This kind of weather always makes me want a meal that's fresh and cool and pleasantly filling -- but I'm not always in the mood for a salad! That's where this Shrimp and Scallop …
I love asparagus when it's cooked right, and there are many ways that can be done! Stir fry is definitely one of them, as the asparagus can come out crispy tender. This Asparagus Stir Fry with Soy Sauce is a neat way to add some delicious flavor to your standard Asparagus Stir Fry. It's also super …
If you've been following me for a while, then you've probably noticed that I LOVE avocados! What can I say - The thought of shoving a perfectly ripe avocado in my mouth gets me excited. So I put together this giant collection of Paleo Avocado Recipes including Appetizers, Entrees, Sides, Salads, Drinks, Breakfast, and more!
Summer and watermelon go hand in hand. So do fresh greens! That makes these two the perfect to pair for salad. Watermelon and arugula, two iconic summer foods, get to together in a hydrating and spicy salad. The peppery arugula helps to offset the sweetness of the watermelon and if you just add some basil …
Have you ever had Watercress before? Chinese Watercress With Garlic Stir Fry is a pretty common dish at my house and one of my faves! It's easy to make, it's tasty and the veggie is high in vitamin A and C. I definitely recommend trying this dish out if you're looking to switch up your usual …
This Sheet Pan Shrimp and Vegetables is all of my favorite things - easy, fast and delicious! The quick marinade of the shrimp both infuses flavor and takes the cooking time down to almost nothing - and this allows the veggies to come out flavorful and crisp (not soggy, like sometimes happens with sheet pan …
In the Northwest, spring means mushrooms, asparagus and brunch al fresco. Although, it still is a little too cold and rainy in Washington for al fresco dining, there is an abundance of mushrooms and asparagus. Which means spring is so so close! Perfect timing for this Asparagus Mushroom Frittata!
Spring is almost here! Why should you eat vegetables and fruits in season? Plenty of reasons including the fact that veggies and fruits in season are more nutritious, more tasty, and that it’s easier on your wallet than their non-season counterparts! Since it’s almost Spring, here's a load of delicious Paleo Spring Recipes to try - salads, soups, …
I feel like cabbage is so underrated! It’s so delicious to me… but I mostly stir fry it Chinese style. One common method is to stir fry cabbage with dried shrimp, but this Stir Fry Cabbage with Sichuan Peppercorn recipe is another method we like to make!
If you love broccolini but have never tried making it before or never had it before but are curious, here's an Easy Chinese Broccolini Recipe to try!
This Pepper Steak Recipe is delicious and easy to make! Now, I've had Pepper Steak in American Chinese restaurants before, and while they are pretty yummy too, they are not as delicious as the ones my mom makes - this is her recipe!
Roasted Root Vegetables - Root vegetables are to fall as asparagus is to spring. And yes, you know a true foodie when their season's are marked by the changes in produce not the changes in weather. And I know, Brussels Sprouts aren't root vegetables, but the name of this recipe was so catchy I couldn't …
October is Vegetarian Awareness Month! Now, I know lots of people think that Paleo = Anti Vegetarian, but it's really not true at all! There are actually plenty of people who eat a more veggie based paleo diet! For me, everyone knows I LOVE meat, but to be honest I can go a day without …
Roasted Lemon Thyme Chicken with Fall Veggies - I've lived in the lower-North East U.S. all of my life. From Pittsburgh, to White Plains, NY, landing in Philadelphia, and now in middle-of-nowhere Ohio. And in all of these places, fall seems to come on FAST and disappear into winter just as quickly. So we kind …
I am not a breakfast fan, but I am a brunch fan. There is something to be said about a relaxing Sunday with a nice Bloody Mary (or Maria if you are me). The classic garlicky and spicy pickled green beans is the quintessential stirring stick of a bloody Mary. And best of all, to achieve …
Sautéed Vegetables with Bacon - What do you do with an abundant amount of garden greens? Especially when you're the only one that eats them? Bacon. The answer to all the world's problems. Bacon.
Did you know that August 19 is Potato Day?! I just found out, and I was like... TIME TO CELEBRATE... with lots of potatoes! Ya know what's awesome about potatoes? There's so many different kinds! White Potatoes, Yellow Potatoes, Red Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and more! So I put together over 50 Paleo Potato Recipes for you …
Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts - I'm a weirdo and love Brussels Sprouts. It's funny because I don't actually recall ever having them when I was younger. So maybe that is why I never learned to hate them at a young age (though I never did have a "I hate veggies" stage).
Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad with Balsamic Vinegar - The other day, I had the hugest breakfast ever - I'm talking a giant ham and cheese omelet, some bacon, and avocado... 2 hours before lunch time. So when lunch time rolled around, I was like, okay. Let's get real. You probably shouldn't eat a crap load …
Spring is here! One of my favorite spring combinations is beets, radicchio and citrus. The earthiness of the beets paired with the brightness of citrus makes for the perfect bright Spring Beet Radicchio Salad. The orange vinaigrette with the green lettuce and beets makes for a beautiful and impressive presentation. I like to add bacon to make …
So, zucchini noodles are zoodles. Does that mean sweet potato noodles are spoodles? Whatever they are called, sweet potatoes have the perfect texture for a Paleo Spicy Thai Noodle Salad. Tahini and coconut aminos pair together perfectly to give this salad the creamy umami that makes a good thai noodle salad. The sweet heartiness of the …
Looking for a delicious and simple veggie dish? This Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe is perfect... and fast for those of you that are way too hungry to wait more than 10 minutes for your food!
A while back, Sprouts Farmers Market hosted a blogger tour at the Morningside location in Atlanta, with the theme "Eat Your Way to a Healthier Gut", led by Atlanta-based registered dietitian nutritionist, Marisa Moore. I had the pleasure of being one of the bloggers invited to join and learn all about probiotic rich foods that …
Not everyone is a fan of Brussels Sprouts... I've had Brussels Sprouts done right, and I've had Brussels Sprouts done wrong. This Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Canadian Bacon is done just right. So you can reap the health benefits (ex: Vitamin C, Fiber, Antioxidants...) while enjoying eating it!
If you're looking for a delicious and easy side dish recipe, this Fried Cabbage with Bacon and Onion recipe is it! It's super easy to make and the bacon and onions make the cabbage super tasty!
People often think the Paleo diet is all just meat, meat, and more meat. (I will admit bacon is one of my weaknesses though...) However, there's actually plenty of dishes that are meatless... in fact, there's plenty that are even vegan! If you're looking for Paleo and Vegan recipes, I got you covered with 100+ recipes …
Growing up I always thought Brussels sprouts were the worst! Brussels sprouts were really the only vegetable that I didn't eat. I even ate my beets, turnips and spinach! But as I've grown up (I'm not sure I really have yet!) and my tastes have evolved, I've learned to appreciate these mini cabbages. If you are …
Soba Noodles with Glazed Tofu and Stir Fried Veggies - I got my inspiration for this recipe from a few different places. First and foremost, DreamyLeaf's Teriyaki Glazed Tofu Steaks recipe -- she posted a picture on Instagram and though I've never been a big tofu person, I almost started drooling just looking at it. …
Kosher Refrigerator Dills Pickles - Continuing on from the last post on Harvest Season... What do you do with 4 tubs full of cucumbers?? Make some delicious and paleo pickles, of course! This recipe is easy and I promise more delicious than store bought pickles you will find at the grocery store!
If you haven't figured this one out, I LOVE SPICY. Like many spicy food lovers, I'm a fan of delicious pickled jalapenos. It goes so well with everything! So, of course I had to make some myself. This Easy Homemade pickled jalapenos recipe are incredibly easy to make and they are even more delicious than …
When it's sunny and hot out, all I want to do is play yard games and swim in the lake. The last thing I want to do when I get home from work is to be indoors in a hot kitchen. This Paleo Grilled Steak Nicoise Salad is almost completely cooked on the grill, making …
So I recently discovered Chicken Carbonara... oh my. It's heaven in my mouth, but weighs a little heavy on the guilty-pleasure scale. But I've always been a firm believer that just because food is healthy, it doesn't have to be boring. So I found a way to create guilt-free Chicken Carbonara: in salad form, of …
Spinach is one of those veggies that not everyone is a fan of. But... who doesn't like BACON?! (I actually know one person that doesn't - what a freak of nature!) Anyway, my point is... Bacon + Garlic + Spinach + Stir Fry = Delicious Side Dish! Spinach with Bacon and Garlic Stir Fry is …
Why eat asparagus? Well, it’s tasty and it’s also super good for you! Asparagus is a great source of fiber, folate, vitamins A, C, E and K. If you are looking for a yummy paleo asparagus recipe to try, I've put together more than 40 paleo asparagus recipes right here! There's sides, appetizers, breakfast, soup, and more!
Not everyone likes Asparagus, but I sure do! It's tasty and it's also super healthy for you! If you are looking for a yummy and easy asparagus recipe to try, I've got what you are looking for - Garlic Lemon Butter Asparagus!
Shaved Brussels Sprouts and Bacon Salad - Imagine waiting over 30 years to find something. That's how long it took my mom to finally convince me that Brussels sprouts are actually edible. As a kid, I remember them being one of her favorite vegetables. But to me, they always smelled like hot garbage and I …
Eat more veggies! We’ve all heard that one before, and many of us have probably said it before too. However, not all veggies are made equal. Some are packed with a lot more nutrients than others, and kale is definitely one of them. Now prepare yourself for 10 Kale Health Benefits and delicious Kale Recipes!
Dang! The quadruple S recipe! Super Simple Spaghetti Squash - say that 5 times fast! Anyway, this is a ridic easy recipe, and it goes so well with your favorite Paleo Spaghetti Sauce! If you don't have a favorite yet, I got you covered on that too!
No joke on the super easy part. This Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes is THE easiest way to make Mashed Potatoes ever in my experience. One thing you don't have to pay attention to why you juggle the rest of the menu! Here's how you make Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes!
Zucchini and Bacon Stir Fry - This is another super easy peasy stir fry side dish idea. Zucchini Stir Fried with Bacon pieces! I mean, what isn't delicious with bacon? Hence, awesome idea for the whole family!