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Category Archives: healthy options
Celery Salad with Edamame and Radish
This is a spontaneous salad that was thrown together at the very last-minute as we were about to have company over and I was a bit unsure if I had enough sides for our impromptu bbq. This salad is very similar … Continue reading →
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Tagged celery, celery salad, cilantro, healthy, lime, radish, salads, sides, vegetarian
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Farmstand Summer Squash Salad with Tomatoes and Fresh Herbs
Yesterday, the local farmer’s market stands offered a beautiful plethora of the most unusual summer squash, both zucchini and yellow squash. This is a great recipe for the gardener, as well, who is swimming in these vegetables and fresh herbs. It … Continue reading →
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Tagged 4th of july, bbq, fresh, lemon vinaigrette, picnics, recipes, salads, side dishes, summer squash, tomatoes, vegetables, yellow squash, zucchini
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The Best Chimichurri Sauce Ever
This chimichurri sauce was such a hit the other night and I have been asked over and over again for the recipe. What is so nice about this particular chimichurri is that it is not too spicy. I don’t think … Continue reading →
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Tagged basil, chicken, chimichurri, cilantro, grilling, kebabs, marinade, parsley, recipes, sauces, seafood, skirt, steak
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Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches
This could be one of the easiest summer dinners to pull together at the last-minute, especially if there is leftover chicken breast in the fridge. A store-bought rotisserie is another option if simplicity is goal. However, there have been plenty of occasions … Continue reading →
Spanish Rice
For years I have wanted to have my own spanish rice recipe similar to those you find at Mexican restaurants. This recipe comes as close to restaurant style as you can find. Perfect for those Tex Mex evenings when going to … Continue reading →
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Tagged Bell pepper, Chili pepper, Mexican cuisine, mexican rice, recipes, rice, sides, spanish rice
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Asparagus with Crispy Prosciutto and Pine Nuts
This is a lovely dish that is perfect for brunch, lunch, and dinner. One cannot go wrong with asparagus, however, coming up with the right recipe can be a challenge. The crunchy prosciutto and nuttiness of the pine nuts are … Continue reading →
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Tagged Asparagus, asparagus recipes, brunch, dinner, lemon, lunch, Pine nut, Prosciutto, side dishes
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Broccoli Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
I’ve been craving a fresh broccoli salad for some time now. This recipe is quite refreshing and received plenty of compliments from everyone at the table. What makes this salad a bit unique is that the broccoli is sliced very … Continue reading →
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Tagged bbqs, broccoli recipes, broccoli salad, cherry tomatoes, crispy proscuitto, healthy recipes, picnics, pine nuts, salads, side dish, vinaigrette
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fish tacos with a poblano and toasted corn hash
When days are warmer and nights are longer, our dinners tend to get later and later. This is okay as it gives everyone time to play outside and work in the yard. Tacos can be such an easy meal if … Continue reading →
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Tagged crema, fish, fish tacos, foodgawker, hash, mexican recipes, poblanos, taco, tastespotting, tex mex, tilapia
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Curried chicken burger with chive ginger mayo
Chicken burgers have very little fat and are a great alternative to beef. Like turkey, a chicken burger is best with some added flavor as both turkey and chicken are a blank canvas. This recipe has a touch of curry … Continue reading →
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Tagged bbq, burger recipes, chicken burgers, curry, grilling, ground chicken, healthy options, turkey burgers
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Chicken Fajitas
Fajitas are an excellent dinner choice when your craving some Mexican food and want to keep your meal a bit lighter and healthier. There is nothing fried and fajitas don’t need to be laden with cheese. This is a quick and easy … Continue reading →
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Tagged beef, bell peppers, chicken fajitas, fajita marinade, fajitas, healthy, mexican, pork, tortillas
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