This creamy, Cottage Cheese Cacio e Pepe is a protein-packed twist on the Italian classic. No cream needed—just blend cottage cheese, black pepper, Parmesan, and starchy pasta water to make a luscious sauce. Ready in under 20 minutes! Creamy Cacio e Pe…
This easy Air Fryer Greek Chicken recipe is packed with flavor and ready in 20 minutes. With juicy chicken, chickpeas, zucchini, and feta, it’s a one-pot, high-protein weeknight meal. Air Fryer Greek Chicken When a Greek salad meets a warm grain bowl (…
These succulent Grilled Lamb Chops are my go-to lamb chop recipe. Loaded with fresh lemon, garlic and fragrant rosemary, we make them at least once a month all year on the grill or grill pan! Easy Grilled Lamb Chops Recipe We love lamb chops in my home…
This Stuffed Flounder is light, fresh, and packed with crab, corn, zucchini, and basil—perfect for a simple summer dinner. Even if you’re not a big fish eater, this one might win you over! Stuffed Flounder I loved how this stuffed flounder turned out—i…
Grilled Eggplant Parmesan is a lighter, summer-friendly twist on the classic—made by layering grilled eggplant with marinara, mozzarella, ricotta, and fresh basil. It’s gluten-free, and perfect for warm-weather cooking. Grilled Eggplant Parmesan If you…
This roasted yellow squash comes out tender with golden, caramelized edges—perfect with grilled chicken, fish, or whatever protein you’re cooking up. An easy, 5-ingredient side dish! Roasted Yellow Squash If you’re looking for an easy way to use up sum…
Skip the packet—this easy homemade taco seasoning recipe is ready in minutes with pantry staples you probably already have. It’s flavorful, and way better than store-bought. I make a batch to keep on hand for taco nights! Easy Homemade Taco Seasoning S…
Cottage cheese gnudi are soft, pillowy dumplings—like the rustic cousin of gnocchi—made with cottage cheese instead of the traditional ricotta for extra protein. “Gnudi” means “nude” in Italian, referring to how these are essent…
Nothing is better than homemade ketchup and it’s so EASY to make. Not only is it tastier than store-bought, it’s also healthier because you control what goes in it. Lightly Sweetened Homemade Ketchup This healthy recipe for homemade ketchup is made wit…
These grilled Mediterranean Fish Foil Packets, made with white fish, tomatoes, olives, and sweet peppers, are fresh, flavorful, and perfect for summer grilling. No cleanup required! Mediterranean Fish Foil Packets I love a no-fuss dinner, especia…
This easy Baby Red Potato Salad is light on the mayo and big on flavor—a delicious BBQ side dish you’ll make all summer long! Baby Red Potato Salad I love a good homemade potato salad, and this one is a favorite—especially if you’re not into the heavy,…
My go-to Strawberry Banana Smoothie is naturally sweet, creamy, and packed with protein. A refreshing, high-protein breakfast or post-workout drink. Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe This Strawberry Banana Smoothie is my go-to — quick, creamy, and pack…
This sourdough discard banana bread is my go-to whenever I have extra discard in the fridge and ripe bananas on the counter. Sourdough Banana Bread Any time I have ripe bananas on the counter, I make banana bread. It’s one of those feel-good bakes I co…
Savory-sweet miso salmon skewers with zucchini and scallions—perfect for grilling and easy weeknight dinners. Miso-Glazed Salmon Skewers with Veggies The weather on Long Island is beautiful in the summer, so I like to take advantage and get outside and…
This cold red beet salad with carrots, mayo and cilantro is creamy, tangy, and surprisingly refreshing—perfect for summer BBQs, potlucks, or meal prep. Red Beet Salad I’ll be honest—beets have never been my go-to vegetable. But this creamy beet salad r…
Tuna Melt Recipe – a healthy twist on the classic, made open-face and veggie-loaded for extra crunch, melty cheese, and feel-good flavor. Tuna Melt Sandwich Recipe This tuna melt recipe is everything you love about the classic—melty cheese, savory tuna…
This Chicken Scampi recipe is a light, flavorful weeknight pasta dinner that’s high-protein and comes together in under 30 minutes. Chicken Scampi This easy Chicken Scampi is my high-protein spin on classic shrimp scampi—made with juicy chicken b…
Instant Pot Shredded Chicken is the fastest way to make shredded chicken, perfect for high-protein meal prep which can be used in chicken salad, tacos, enchiladas, bowls, and more! Perfect Instant Pot Shredded Chicken I recently shared my slow cooker s…
High-protein mango lassi is a lighter take on the classic Indian drink—cool, creamy, and perfect as a refreshing, nourishing snack. Lightened Up Mango Lassi Whenever I’m at an Indian restaurant, the mango lassis call my name! This classic Indian recipe…
Chimichurri Steak is a summer staple—grilled flank steak topped with a bright, herby chimichurri sauce that adds freshness and zing to everything from steak to chicken and fish. Chimichurri Steak Recipe If you’ve never had Chimichurri Steak, you’re in …
This high protein egg salad is made with fewer yolks and light mayo for a creamy, satisfying texture—without the extra calories. It’s a healthy, low calorie, low fat option for breakfast, lunch, or meal prep. High Protein Egg Salad If you love egg sala…
This Mediterranean couscous salad is packed with grilled vegetables and tossed in a creamy basil lemon feta dressing. A healthy, veggie-forward side dish or light lunch. Grilled Vegetable Couscous Salad Mostly grilled veggies, this Mediterranean cousco…
Strawberry Crostini are an easy, fresh summer appetizer made with creamy ricotta, sweet strawberries, and fresh mint on toasted bread. Perfect for brunch or entertaining. Strawberry Ricotta Crostini Easy, fresh, and packed with seasonal flavor, t…
This Greek yogurt pie has a no-bake, 4-ingredient date-nut pie crust and is topped with fresh berries. Delicious and perfect for any summer holiday or party! Greek Yogurt Pie Looking for a wholesome, no-bake dessert that feels indulgent but is sec…
This homemade Blue Cheese Dressing recipe made with Greek yogurt is creamy, tangy, and packed with real blue cheese flavor—no buttermilk required! Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing Recipe If you’ve ever bought buttermilk just for one recipe, only to toss t…
