These Cacio e Pepe Peas turn a bag of frozen green peas into a quick, side dish with Pecorino Romano and plenty of freshly cracked black pepper. Just 4 ingredients and ready in 10 minutes! Easy Frozen Peas Recipe I don’t usually get excited about…
This Sardine Salad is bright, briny, and fresh, with plenty of lemon, capers, and dill. Think of it as a healthy twist on tuna salad that’s perfect for a no-cook lunch or an easy meal prep idea. Sardine Salad Recipe If you like tuna salad or my salmon …
You’d never guess these soft and chewy chocolate chip cookies are made with cottage cheese! It adds moisture so you can use very little butter, and once blended, you can’t taste it at all. A Happy Baking Accident These Cottage Cheese Chocolate Chip Coo…
This aromatic mushroom frittata with egg whites, sautéed mushrooms, shallots, and cheese is a high-protein, easy-to-make gourmet breakfast, brunch, or “brinner” (breakfast for dinner). It’s ready in 30 minutes between the stovetop and oven. Egg White F…
This moist Chocolate Banana Bread is made with ripe bananas, cocoa powder, and plenty of chocolate chips. It’s lighter than most recipes and so easy to make! Chocolate Chip Banana Bread This Chocolate Banana Bread is what I make for Madison anytime I h…
This Miso Shrimp Salad pairs savory-sweet miso sesame shrimp with a crunchy edamame cabbage slaw for an easy, high-protein, high-fiber dinner. Make it on the grill, in a grill pan, or in a skillet. Miso Shrimp with Edamame Cabbage Salad I wasn’t sure i…
Air Fryer Peaches are warm, juicy, and caramelized in minutes. Serve this easy summer recipe with Greek yogurt or ice cream. Air Fryer Peach Dessert Air Fryer Peaches are one of my favorite ways to turn ripe summer peaches into a quick, healthy dessert…
This easy Creamy Pesto Pasta with cottage cheese is a great way to increase protein without adding many calories. Since it’s blended until smooth, you can’t even taste it once it’s mixed with the basil pesto. Cottage Cheese Pesto Pasta Since adding cot…
Foil Packet Fish Tacos made with cod, fresh corn, and bell peppers are an easy, healthy grilled summer dinner that’s ready in under 30 minutes. Foil Packet Fish Tacos These Fish Taco Foil Packets are made with flaky cod, sweet summer corn, and co…
Topped with smoked salmon, red onion, capers, and everything bagel seasoning, this Smoked Salmon Toast with cottage cheese has all the flavors of a traditional lox bagel with over 30 grams of protein and 7 grams of fiber. It’s quick, satisfying, and pe…
Fresh, smoky, and full of flavor, this healthy Grilled Green Bean Salad with feta, dill, lemon, and chives is an easy side dish for any summer meal. Grilled Green Bean Salad If you’re looking for a fresh no-lettuce, green bean salad that’s …
Spicy Smashed Salmon Broccoli Rice Bowl is a quick, 30-minute, protein-packed dinner made with roasted salmon, broccoli, rice, and a creamy spicy sauce. Salmon Broccoli Rice Bowl My photographer shared this Salmon Broccoli Rice Bowl, a dinner she’s bee…
This Noodle-less Ratatouille Lasagna is a high-protein, gluten-free vegetarian dinner made with summer vegetables and cottage cheese, with over 39g protein per serving. Noodle-less Ratatouille Lasagna When I was working on the vegetarian chapter of Ski…
Mussels in cream sauce are an elegant dinner perfect for a date night in, but you’ll be surprised how easy they are to make! Fresh mussels are steamed in white wine, then finished with a creamy basil sauce that’s ideal for soaking up with crusty bread….
Made with ripe garden tomatoes, this easy Tomato Bisque gets its velvety texture from blended vegetables instead of cream. Tomato Bisque Soup Recipe I make this Tomato Bisque recipe every summer when my garden is overflowing with ripe tomatoes. While I…
Most protein ice creams taste like a protein shake masquerading as dessert. This high protein Ninja Creami Vanilla Ice Cream recipe actually tastes like real vanilla ice cream—with over 24 grams of protein per serving. Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe (Ninja C…
This Vegan Quinoa Bowl is made with roasted vegetables, protein-rich edamame, and lemony quinoa for an easy plant-based meal that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Roasted Vegetable Quinoa Bowl I love a big bowl of vegetables as a main d…
These Grilled Lobster Skewers are made with whole lobster tails threaded onto skewers to keep them straight while grilling, then drizzled with lemon butter and topped with fresh herbs. Grilled Lobster Tail Skewers Grilling lobster tails is easier than …
This tomato quinoa risotto is creamy and cheesy, and it’s also incredibly easy to make. Combine cooked quinoa with filetto di pomodoro sauce, Pecorino Romano cheese, and a splash of broth for an Italian-inspired side dish that comes together in minutes…
I love this Southwestern Black Bean Salad with corn, tomatoes, and avocado when the weather gets warm. It’s simple to prepare, and you don’t need to turn on your oven. Black Bean Salad I love making this Southwestern Black Bean Salad once the weather w…
This easy, high-protein Tuna White Bean Salad with navy beans is fresh, flavorful, and perfect for meal prep. A high-fiber, high-protein lunch that keeps you full and energized all afternoon. Tuna White Bean Salad Lately, besides focusing on protein, I…
These healthy, gluten-free pumpkin waffles, made with oat flour, cottage cheese, canned pumpkin, and pumpkin spice, are the best fall breakfast! Pumpkin Waffles There’s something undeniably comforting about cozy, pumpkin recipes during the fall season….
A cozy butternut squash cheddar soup made with sharp cheese and a can of beer for rich, pub-style flavor. Easy to make in the slow cooker or on the stovetop, this comforting soup is perfect as a starter or served with a sandwich or salad. Butternut Squ…
If you want a lighter dessert for the holidays, this Pear Cranberry Crisp made with juicy pears, tart cranberries, and a golden oat-nut topping is perfect for Thanksgiving or any holiday dessert table. Naturally dairy-free and gluten-free! Pear Cranber…
This Healing Pumpkin Soup is made with canned pumpkin, carrots, mushrooms, and coconut milk for a cozy, nourishing bowl that’s naturally dairy-free, pantry-friendly, and freezer-friendly. Pumpkin Soup with Canned Pumpkin When the weather gets chilly, m…
