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The following recipes are vegetarian, or can be made vegetarian with minor adjustments

3 Cheese Apple Cranberry Pizza

Posted on Jul 14th, 2012

I don't know about you, but my taste buds totally change in the summer time. Most of my favorite foods (other than fro yo which is 100 times better…

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Black Bean Burger Salad

Posted on Jun 16th, 2013

In the summertime, the only things I crave other than burgers (and grilled food in general) are big, delicious, cool and refreshing salads. I'm not…

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Blueberry Almond Overnight Oats: A creamy, healthy, protein-packed breakfast loaded with flavor and ready for you when you wake up! Take the prep work out of your morning and start your day off right.

Blueberry Almond Overnight Oats

Posted on Aug 27th, 2015

Blueberry almond overnight oats are creamy, hearty and delicious. With protein-packed Greek yogurt and wholesome ingredients, this is a breakfast…

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Brussels Sprouts Fontina Mac & Cheese {The Recipe ReDux}

Posted on Apr 22nd, 2014

Rich, hearty and healthy veggie-packed mac & cheese with fontina cheese, rosemary and garlic. Brussels sprouts fontina mac & cheese is a…

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Buffalo Deviled Eggs

Posted on Apr 22nd, 2012

You know what food I really missed when I stopped eating deep fried food? Buffalo wings. Those things are freaking delicious! But really, it is not…

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Caramelized Onion & Cauliflower

Posted on Nov 26th, 2013

A simple veggie side dish that packs a ton of flavor. Just a few simple ingredients that will have your whole family going back for seconds and…

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Cheesy Broccoli Soup with Roasted Corn

Posted on Jan 28th, 2013

The weather has been unusually cold and rainy here in Phoenix. Not that I'm complaining. We only get about 5 days a year of this, and so it's kind of…

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Chili Cheese Breakfast Burritos: Easy, healthy and delicious breakfast burritos are easy to make and packed with flavor. Vegetarian and gluten-free with tons of spice, these babies are a sure hit!

Chili Cheese Breakfast Burritos

Posted on Dec 29th, 2015

Quick, easy, healthy, gluten-free and vegetarian chili cheese breakfast burritos only have a handful of ingredients, and come together in a snap. Say…

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Chipotle Black Bean Burgers {vegan + gluten-free}

Posted on Mar 14th, 2013

    These healthy, vegan and gluten-free chipotle black bean burgers are so full of flavor they will knock the socks off any meat…

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Chocolate Covered Cherry Smoothie A healthy, sweet and creamy vegan breakfast option!

Chocolate Covered Cherry Smoothie

Posted on Jan 12th, 2015

This creamy, vegan chocolate covered cherry smoothie is a healthy breakfast option that tastes like dessert. In just 2 minutes, you can have a…

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Creamy Greek Yogurt Slaw

Posted on Aug 4th, 2013

You know, for the longest time I never ate coleslaw. I always thought it was really gross. Cabbage and mayo?? I'm really not sure where the appeal…

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Drink & Dish: Cranberry Goat Cheese Bake

Posted on Nov 24th, 2013

Warm melty goat cheese topped with sweet and tart cranberry sauce. The perfect easy, flavorful and impressive way to use up those Thanksgiving…

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Drink & Dish: Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

Posted on Aug 1st, 2013

There are few things I love more than a fresh summer salad. It's hot outside. I don't want to spend hours cooking inside and then put hot food into…

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Drink & Dish: Vegan Shepherd’s Pie {with video!}

Posted on Mar 7th, 2013

Do you guys celebrate St. Patrick's Day? I've never really done much, but green is my favorite color, so I do enjoy an entire holiday dedicated to…

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Green Chile Enchilada Sauce

Posted on Apr 3rd, 2013

For years, I have been buying enchilada sauce. Always green, although for years I was totally weirded out by green sauce. It was green, so obviously…

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Guacamole Deviled Eggs

Posted on Jan 15th, 2014

Healthier, dairy-free and paleo friendly deviled eggs with a flavorful guacamole kick. The perfect protein-packed snack or party food. I used…

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Honey Almond Ricotta Dessert Pizza {Recipe Redux}

Posted on Jan 21st, 2014

A simple, sweet and healthy take on pizza with an almond meal crust, ricotta cheese, chopped fruit and a sweet honey drizzle. This dessert is unique,…

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Honey Goat Cheese Spread: Smooth, creamy, sweet and tangy--the perfect spread to jazz up your crackers!

Honey Goat Cheese Spread

Posted on May 21st, 2015

Smooth, creamy, sweet and tangy honey goat cheese spread is perfect for entertaining, or even just a delicious snack to keep on hand. It's…

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Jalapeno Popper Deviled Eggs: Bold, spicy and delicious with tons of flavor and NO mayo make this snack both healthy and crave-able!

Jalapeno Popper Deviled Eggs

Posted on Aug 31st, 2015

Jalapeno poppers and deviled eggs come together with bold, spicy and delicious Jalapeno Popper Deviled Eggs. Tons of flavor and no mayo make this a…

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Lemon Rosemary Grilled Artichokes

Posted on Aug 14th, 2013

I took 5 pictures of artichokes and they all look the same. Forgive me? Actually, I took more like 20 pictures of artichokes which is…

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Mexican Slaw

Posted on Sep 19th, 2013

You guys, life has been so busy lately. I don't know how some people take all of these trips and still manage to get things done in life. I've been…

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My Gluten-free Baking Blend

Posted on Oct 13th, 2013

A simple & easy gluten-free flour blend perfect for cookies, cupcakes, quickbreads, and more! Looking for more gluten-free recipes? Check these…

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Orange Cranberry Sauce

Posted on Nov 4th, 2013

Bright, citrusy and lightly sweet cranberry sauce. This will turn anyone into a cranberry sauce believer. Up until last year, I was NOT a…

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Parmesan Garlic Brown Butter Spaghetti Squash: The ultimate healthy comfort side dish!

Parmesan Garlic Brown Butter Spaghetti Squash

Posted on Feb 2nd, 2015

Bold, rich, nutty parmesan garlic brown butter spaghetti squash is the perfect comforting side dish. Tons of nutty, garlic-y flavor, low carb,…

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Pesto Pizza {with roasted red pepper, tomato and roasted corn}

Posted on Aug 21st, 2013

If I had to choose one food to eat for the rest of my life and cilantro didn't count, I would probably choose pizza. Goat cheese is right up there…

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Pumpkin Mac & Cheese

Posted on Oct 9th, 2012

Okay, maybe you think I've gone off the deep end. Maybe you haven't been lucky enough to experience how awesome pumpkin can be in a savory dish? Or…

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Roasted Butternut Bourbon

Posted on Nov 12th, 2014

This Roasted Butternut Bourbon is the perfect fall beverage--infused with roasted butternut squash and spiced with cinnamon, cloves, allspice, nutmeg…

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Roasted Corn Black Bean Salad

Posted on Jun 5th, 2013

You guys...it is HOT here. Have I mentioned that? Complained about highs of 110*?? Wahhhh, I live in Arizona and 5 months out of the year, I strongly…

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Rosemary, Olive Oil & Sea Salt Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Posted on Feb 17th, 2014

Simple, easy roasted and mashed sweet potatoes with bold rosemary flavor and no cream or butter! A perfect healthy side dish to accompany any…

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Skinnified Sunday: “Fettuccine” Alfredo

Posted on Apr 29th, 2012

My family loves Italian food. In fact, our birthday celebration of choice happens every year at Avanti--the best Italian restaurant in Phoenix, in my…

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Southwest Quinoa Bowls : A super healthy, easy and delicious vegan and gluten-free option with TONS of flavor and veggies!

Southwest Quinoa Bowls

Posted on Jan 14th, 2015

Healthy, flavorful and delicious southwest quinoa bowls filled with black beans, lots of veggies, and tons of spicy southwest flavor! Ready in 30…

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Spaghetti & Spinach Avocado “Pesto”

Posted on May 7th, 2012

I used to be a really picky eater. Okay, who am I kidding...I am a really picky eater, but now I'm picky differently. I actually do like almost…

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Healthy, vegan, protein-packed & gluten-free Spicy Meatless Sauce

Spicy Vegan Meatless Sauce

Posted on Feb 1st, 2015

This spicy vegan meatless sauce is packed with flavor and protein, and is a great meat-free option to serve with your favorite pasta. Healthy,…

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Spinach Artichoke Deviled Eggs

Posted on Dec 5th, 2012

The other day, Steve and I had a little conversation that went something like this... Me: When are deviled eggs in season? Steve: Umm, deviled…

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Spinach Artichoke Mac & Cheese

Posted on May 1st, 2012

Honestly, is it ever too early to start carb-o loading? I think not. I really can't believe I didn't think of this sooner. There aren't many…

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Spinach Caprese Omelet {+ $100 Visa Gift Card Giveaway!}

Posted on Mar 3rd, 2014

The following post is sponsored by AllWhites® egg whites & BlogHer. Recipe and opinions are my own.A simple, healthy, protein and veggie packed…

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Sun-dried Tomato & Basil White Bean Burgers {vegan + gluten-free}

Posted on May 1st, 2013

Healthy, vegan, gluten-free and full of flavor, these sun-dried tomato & basil white bean burgers taste like pizza in a burger! So delicious even…

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Sweet Potato Avocado Salad

Posted on Sep 11th, 2013

You know that feeling when you're super excited for a long weekend, but getting ready for it is so stressful that by the time you're done getting…

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Sweet Potato Bisque

Posted on Feb 1st, 2013

You guys you guys you guysssss!!!! I have so many exciting things to share with you!! First of all, my birthday is on Wednesday, and clearly,…

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Sweet Potato Black Bean Burgers with Cilantro Avocado Cream {The Recipe ReDux}

Posted on Mar 22nd, 2014

These bold, flavorful and filling veggie burgers will turn the meat eaters in your life into veggie burger believers! Vegan, gluten-free, packed with…

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Tart Cherry Lime Elixir

Posted on Aug 1st, 2014

The following post is sponsored by FitFluential LLC on behalf of the Cherry Marketing Institute. This sweet & sour cocktail has all the flavor…

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Truffle Brussels (Sprouts) Chips

Posted on Mar 22nd, 2013

Hello. I am a healthy food blogger cliche. I made chips out of vegetables, and I'm going to swear to you that they are OMG SO GOOD (they really are),…

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Vanilla Bean Cashew Macarons

Posted on Jan 27th, 2014

Cashew macarons bursting with vanilla flavor and filled with vanilla bean buttercream. The cashew base allows the vanilla flavor to shine and become…

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Wasabi Soy Deviled Eggs: Spicy and bold, like a california roll meets deviled eggs!

Wasabi Soy Deviled Eggs

Posted on Sep 30th, 2015

The perfect deviled eggs with a wasabi kick and a whole lot of flavor, these Wasabi Soy Deviled Eggs taste like the perfect deviled egg/sushi mash…

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