There have been a lot of things I didn’t enjoy as a kid that I grew to love as an adult. Eggnog is one of them. I’m still super particular about the eggnog that I like, though. When we lived in Reno, the Costco carried half gallon cartons of Producers Dairy brand eggnog. So far, …
Appetizers, Snacks, & Beverages
I have this great friend named Kristi. She has been a reader of my blog for at least 9-10 years. And we even met in person once! (I happened to be near where she lived once so I totally knocked on her door at 10:30PM like a creeper. And she still likes me.) Kristi has …
I’ve wanted to get on the watermelon lemonade bandwagon for a LONG time, but lemonade usually has a ton of sugar. (When I consume sugar I’d rather eat it than drink it.) Since I started tinkering with low-carb sweeteners like erythritol and xylitol, I wanted to try out a variation of watermelon lemonade that wouldn’t …
These healthy chicken spring rolls are filled with Thai marinated grilled chicken, a cool veggie slaw, and a dipping sauce so good you’ll want to bathe in it. Ok, maybe not bathe exactly, but you’ll want to make extra.
Hey, I just want to let you know that this post is in partnership with Sprouts Farmers Market. I received monetary compensation for my time, and, as always, all opinions shared are my own. Yes, another chai recipe for you — in the form of chai caramel popcorn. And it won’t be the last chai …
This golden milk has a twist of chai spices and collagen protein for some extra goodness. It’s full of warming spices and is perfect for a chilly night.
Freeze-dried raspberries give these fat bombs such a burst of berry flavor and sweetness! You’ll love this creamy truffle-like combination.
If you’ve never liked kale chips, I urge you to try these. Massaging lemon juice into the kale takes away the bitterness, and the ranch seasoning + nutritional yeast is a delicious combination!
Enjoy a jar of everything bagel seasoning — whether you live by a Trader Joe’s or not! Just 6 ingredients and delicious on just about everything.
This is my all-time favorite summer smoothie — perfect to make when strawberries and watermelon are ripe and sweet!
A cute, portable protein-filled snack that tastes like brownie batter. Pretty perfect, right?
Using freeze-dried strawberries (or any type of fruit!) give nut butter a rich strawberry flavor without making it mushy. Those little dried bits are like gold!
Want to know the secrets to making Crispy Sweet Potato Chips? I’ve got the tricks right here.
Thai Toasted Coconut Cashew Nuts – Great as a grain-free replacement for granola or eaten alone as a healthy snack!
Fish Nuggets Get ready to level up your seafood game with these homemade paleo fish nuggets and a ridiculously easy tartar sauce that’ll make you question why frozen fish sticks even exist! This easy crispy coating uses ground flax which adds a nutty flavor, without the the expense or allergy risk of nut flour. What …
Looking for a vanilla bean frappuccino recipe that you can make from home and sweeten how you like? This recipe will save you a trip to Starbucks, is easy to make, and filled with frozen vanilla bean goodness.
Grilled pineapple adds a punch of sweetness to basic fresh salsa and goes great with tacos, lettuce wraps, salads, or simply grilled meat!
Make your own Blueberry Muffin Larabars at home! (Psst… they’re better than the store-bought ones!)
A green smoothie recipe that actually tastes good? Yep. If you’re new or resistant to drinking things like this, this is the perfect green smoothie to break you in. It’s loaded with healthy greens and three kinds of vegetables, and I swear it doesn’t taste like compost.
Paleo Pesto Shrimp Cucumbers are a healthy, easy appetizer that won’t leave you feeling greasy like the typical fried snacks!
Make your own Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Larabars at home! Tastier and less expensive than the store-bought version!
I love the Mediterranean feel of this Roasted Carrot and Chickpea Salad!
These Leek and Brussels Sprouts Fritters would be perfect with a roasted chicken or as a light lunch on their own!
Make (and heat up!) this homemade hot chocolate in your high-powered blender! It’s creamy, cozy, and a healthier alternative to store-bought hot chocolate mix on a cold winter day. I included adaptations to make this dairy free, vegan, and keto/low-carb friendly hot chocolate.