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Spicy Sesame Cauliflower

Spicy Sesame Cauliflower with Toasted Garlic

Sharing a quick & flavorful side dish today – spicy sesame cauliflower with toasted garlic. Cauliflower roasted with sesame seeds & pecans, then tossed in a sweet, spicy, sticky sauce flavored with chiles and ginger, and topped with a sprinkling of toasted garlic. This is one of those recipes you can make over and over again to spice up your weeknight cooking. Continue reading “Spicy Sesame Cauliflower with Toasted Garlic”

Harissa Baked Chicken Meatballs

Harissa Baked Chicken Meatballs with Couscous & Yogurt

The tastiest plate of harissa baked chicken meatballs with pearl couscous, a creamy harissa yogurt sauce, and lots of herbs. This is such a fun dinner recipe to change up your weeknight routines! It makes for great leftovers, too, and is full of healthy & nourishing ingredients. Plus…I’d say it’s one of the most deliciously unique recipes to come out of my kitchen this year! Continue reading “Harissa Baked Chicken Meatballs with Couscous & Yogurt”

Carnitas Tostadas

Carnitas Tostadas with Hatch Red Chile Salsa

A really fun recipe that would be such a hit for your Super Bowl Sunday – carnitas tostadas! Crispy corn tortillas with melted cheese over top, layered with the very best homemade carnitas, a vibrant + spicy hatch red chile salsa, and all your favorite toppings. The carnitas and salsa can be used in so many different ways…and you will love how easy and absolutely delicious they both are! Continue reading “Carnitas Tostadas with Hatch Red Chile Salsa”

Spiced Sweet Potato Salad

Spiced Sweet Potato Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Sharing a new favorite salad today that I’ll be making over and over again: spiced sweet potato salad! This unique salad is full of flavor & texture that makes it addictingly good. Spiced sweet potatoes and chickpeas roasted until golden, pickled red onions for a little tang, fresh cucumber, lots of herbs, creamy crumbled feta cheese, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette. It’s such a fun combination that makes the perfect entree salad for lunch or dinner! Continue reading “Spiced Sweet Potato Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette”

Cheesy Tomato Baked Skillet Chicken

Cheesy Tomato Baked Skillet Chicken

A very simple & healthy cheesy tomato baked skillet chicken to warm these winter nights! This is such a quick and easy chicken recipe that you can truly throw together any night of the week. Chicken breasts are seared in a skillet until golden, then a quick tomato sauce is simmered until sweet & flavorful. Everything is baked with lots of mozzarella cheese over top and served with an optional (but delicious) tangy olive topping. You can serve this chicken over pasta, with crusty bread for dipping into the sauce, or even just eat it with a big salad alongside! Continue reading “Cheesy Tomato Baked Skillet Chicken”

Seared Salmon with Roasted Potatoes

Seared Salmon with Roasted Potatoes & Paprika Aioli

An everyday dinner worth getting excited over: seared salmon with roasted potatoes, a bright & lemony fennel salad, and smoky paprika aioli to eat with every bite. This is one of those meals you will want to make over and over again. Simple, but with a few special touches to make it extra delicious and something you crave! Continue reading “Seared Salmon with Roasted Potatoes & Paprika Aioli”

Herbed Farro Risotto (Farrotto)

Herbed Farro Risotto (Farrotto) with Crispy Shallots

A hearty bowl of herbed farro risotto (farrotto) topped with crispy shallots and lots of parmesan cheese. It’s the more nutritious and addictingly chewy version of a classic risotto. And it makes a wonderful side dish to any meal. Continue reading “Herbed Farro Risotto (Farrotto) with Crispy Shallots”

Roasted Broccoli Soup

Roasted Broccoli Soup with Melted Cheddar Croutons

A creamy, healthy bowl of roasted broccoli soup topped with melted cheddar croutons. This is the simplest recipe that you can make all winter long. The soup is flavored with onion, leeks, garlic, and za’atar (a very flavorful herby spice blend), plus all that delicious roasted broccoli. And of course the best part…the toasted, cheesy whole grain bread for dipping. It’s the best lunch or side dish for these cold January days! Continue reading “Roasted Broccoli Soup with Melted Cheddar Croutons”

Roasted Carrots with Tahini Pomegranate Sauce

Roasted Carrots with Tahini Pomegranate Sauce

Easy roasted carrots with tahini pomegranate sauce – a flavorful mix of tahini, pomegranate molasses, lemon, and vinegar. Topped with creamy goat cheese, fresh pomegranate seeds, and lots of herbs. This is the very best recipe to throw together if you need an impressive side dish for entertaining, or just something really flavorful to spice up your weeknights! Continue reading “Roasted Carrots with Tahini Pomegranate Sauce”

Golden Amaranth Oats

Golden Amaranth Oats with Caramelized Bananas

A vibrant bowl of golden amaranth oats to brighten up these January mornings! Amaranth and oats cooked in coconut milk until creamy, flavored with cinnamon, golden turmeric, and honey. Pour into your prettiest bowl and top with coconut flakes, pistachios, and honey caramelized bananas. It’s a healthy oatmeal recipe that feels so special, full of nourishing ingredients to start your day on the best note! Continue reading “Golden Amaranth Oats with Caramelized Bananas”