Fried Cauliflower Rice w/ Tofu “Egg”

I like to include plant-based meals in my week as much as possible, not only because of the nutritional benefits, but because of the the ways it can help the environment. Eating plant-based meals several times a week can help reduce your carbon footprint, minimize water usage/waste, and help lessen risk of heart disease, cancer, … Continue reading Fried Cauliflower Rice w/ Tofu “Egg” →

Zoodles, Chicken Meatballs, & Garlic Green Beans!

After a long day of work, working out, blogging, and running errands, I'm always looking to take the easy way out. This recipe requires very little work but is full of flavor and nutrients. You can easily omit the meatballs to make it vegetarian/vegan! I made them for my husband. This dish is also low-carb, … Continue reading Zoodles, Chicken Meatballs, & Garlic Green Beans! →

Caprese-Style Baked Chicken

Hello, all! It's another beautiful evening in Chicago and I just finished up a Flexibility and Strength yoga flow with Sanela. I had all the windows open to let in some fresh air, a Bath & Body Works scented candle going, and a Synergy Gingerberry kombucha. I feel loose and relaxed and wanted to take … Continue reading Caprese-Style Baked Chicken →

Low-Carb Fajita-Style Shrimp & Cauliflower Rice!

I have been moving non-stop today, and I finally took a moment to sit down and blog about the dinner I just made. The weather in Chicago was absolutely beautiful today. I got out of work at 5 and put my roller blades on and skated for 4 miles. Then, I walked Oliver for 1 … Continue reading Low-Carb Fajita-Style Shrimp & Cauliflower Rice! →

Mushroom & Spinach Flautas!

I have always loved flautas, and I've experimented with different kinds many times. I've been running around all week and the last thing I wanted to do was stop at another store to pick up more ingredients. I remembered that I had tortillas and vegetables at home and thought that filling the tortillas with a … Continue reading Mushroom & Spinach Flautas! →

Low-Carb Pizza!

I have two jobs and try to work out 4-5 times a week and write and somehow stay sane, so sometimes I don't have time to make time-consuming dinners. While I have made a cauliflower crust from scratch before (and making pizza out of zucchini and pepper 'boats' is also a wonderful idea!), that's a … Continue reading Low-Carb Pizza! →

Jalapeño Popper Chicken

I can barely believe there was a time that I didn't think I liked jalapeño poppers, but I'll never go back again! Growing up, I was not into snacks or meals with savory cream cheese. If it wasn't in a cheesecake, I didn't want it. Now, I'm a fan of the seemingly endless things you … Continue reading Jalapeño Popper Chicken →

Citrus Chicken Fajitas!

I love dishes that are packed with flavor, colorful, and simple and quick to make. This fajita chicken embodies all of those requirements, and they're even better the next day as leftovers! The citrus juice adds a tangy kick to the fajitas. I adapted this recipe from my mom. Moms always make everything better, but … Continue reading Citrus Chicken Fajitas! →

Eggplant Ragout (Meatless)!

My take on eggplant ragout differs a bit from the traditional route, but it's a versatile and flavorful meatless dish that you can customize to your liking. Some of the best vegetables that have a "meaty" bite to them are eggplant and mushrooms, and the thicker, chewy veggies add a nice texture to the dish. … Continue reading Eggplant Ragout (Meatless)! →