Grilled bananas stuffed with chocolate chips, marshmallows, and almonds are wrapped in foil until warm and gooey–the perfect summer dessert that cooks in just 10 minutes. Grilled Banana Boats If you’ve never grilled a banana before, you’re in for a tre…
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 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…
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…
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…
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 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 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…
These crispy salmon spring rolls are made with rice paper for a naturally gluten-free twist on the classic—and they’re unbelievably good. Salmon Spring Rolls You have to try these crispy salmon rice paper spring rolls! I had them for dinner, then rehea…
This fluffy, turmeric basmati rice with peas is an easy side that’s perfect with curries or grilled meats and ready in under 30 minutes! Turmeric Basmati Rice with Peas This vibrant Turmeric Basmati Rice with Peas is one of those simple sides I l…
If you need ways to use up your sourdough discard, you’ll love these light, golden, fluffy Sourdough Waffles! Sourdough Discard Waffles Sourdough baking is a labor of love—but what do you do with all that discard? Instead of tossing it, I’m always look…
Marinating asparagus in a red wine Dijon vinaigrette infuses every bite with layers of flavor in this easy Air Fryer Asparagus recipe! Asparagus in the Air Fryer If you’ve been making asparagus in the air fryer with just oil and salt, it’s time to take…
My aunt’s crab salad recipe is zesty, light, and refreshing—made for summer, especially with crispy tostones on the side. Crab Salad Recipe I was just with my aunt in Florida and finally watched her make her Crab Salad so I could get the measurements r…
When I need a quick, no-fuss sauce, this marinara is the one I make. It’s garlicky, made with pantry staples, and ready in 20 minutes—great for pasta, pizza, and meatballs. Homemade Marinara Sauce Marinara sauce is one of those kitchen staples I make o…
This Greek Whipped Cottage Cheese Dip is your new go-to high-protein snack or appetizer, topped with fresh cucumbers, tomatoes, kalamata olives, and olive oil. Whipped Cottage Cheese Dip If you’re looking for a healthy snack that’s fresh, flavorful, a…
Cioppino is our go-to when we want a hearty, comforting seafood dish. Served with crusty bread for dipping (or over pasta like my family likes!), it’s briny, rich, and loaded with whatever fresh seafood you love. Cioppino Cioppino comes from the Italia…
This easy Baked Risotto with asparagus and peas cooks right in the oven, no standing at the stove required! Delicious, perfectly creamy and full of spring flavor. Baked Asparagus Risotto This spring-inspired baked risotto is as easy as it is elegant. B…
Green Goddess Garden Dip is a lightened-up green goddess dip made with non-fat Greek yogurt and a ton of fresh herbs—basil, parsley, dill, and chives. But the best part? The playful dirt topping and mini edible veggie patch. Green Goddess Garden …
