This easy Roasted Zucchini Feta Soup is roasted in the oven then blended until smooth and creamy. You can enjoy this soup hot or cold, making it perfect for summer. Roasted Zucchini Soup Roasted Zucchini Feta Soup is as easy as it gets—just toss everyt…
Heirloom Tomato Salad is the perfect easy summer side dish. While the juicy, ripe tomatoes are the star, red onion, briny olives and fresh basil add lots of flavor too. Summery Heirloom Tomato Salad Recipe It’s hard to resist colorful heirloom tomatoes…
Make the most of summer tomatoes with this easy Fresh Tomato Pasta. It’s ready in minutes and great as a meatless main or side dish with your favorite protein. Fresh Tomato Pasta If you’ve got juicy summer tomatoes on hand, this Fresh Tomato Past…
These Instant Pot Egg Bites are light, fluffy, and packed with protein—perfect for meal prep! Customize with your favorite fillings, like spinach, cheese, bacon, or vegetables. Instant Pot Egg Bites I love meal prepping these Instant Pot Egg Bites beca…
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…
With juicy heirloom tomatoes, crisp cubes of grilled bread, cucumber, and fresh basil, this panzanella recipe is a dish you’ll find yourself making all summer long. Serve it as a side or as a light meal. Classic Italian Panzanella Salad Panzanella is a…
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…
Slathered with lime-infused mayo, Tajín, and cotija cheese, this lighter grilled Mexican street corn recipe is every bit as delicious as the traditional version. Enjoy it while fresh sweet corn is in season! Smoky Grilled Street Corn (Elotes) My family…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
This simple Cucumber Melon Salad is cool, refreshing, and the perfect side dish for your next BBQ or picnic. Cantaloupe Cucumber Salad When the temps rise, I crave something cool, crisp, and hydrating, and this Cucumber Melon Salad hits the spot every …
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…
