Summer time is here! So is BBQ time, get together time and SNACKING time! Think about when you go meet with friends for a BBQ. What kinds of snacks are typically available? If you said veggies and fruits, you are a rare one! Not to say chips and other “snacks” aren’t bad, but we always…
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Wholy Guacamole
Avocados. They are quite amazing. Even more amazing than avocados, guacamole. Making your own guacamole may seem a little intimidating, however, it’s way more simple than you think! Here’s a pretty simple recipe I made using my food processor. It’s doable without one, but the processor makes it just so much more creamy! Ingredients 2…
Quinoa Stuffed Peppers
Stuffed peppers are a fantastic food to make on a less busy day to use for lunches during the week! The key is to make them with a protein that is going to keep you full for a long time. Quinoa is your guy! You can even freeze the leftovers and use another day, or…
Sesame Sirache Ginger Zoodles
My love for zoodles has grown. Zucchini noodles are a great way to get more vegetables into your daily diet, and are extremely low in calories if you are trying to lose weight. Zoodles are relatively easy to make (you just have to buy a spiralizer) and are fun if you have kids. You can even try…
Grilled Red Potatoes
Summer times means grilling season for many of us! Grilling is a great way to cook healthy! Sadly, some cultures have created a slight problem with grilling–tending to put those unhealthy-high fat foods on the grill. Not that you can never grill a steak or sausage! But, let’s try to get those healthy foods in…
Green Smoothie
Juicing and cleansing are all the craze these days. Are they really good for you?? Jucing is a great way to get your fruits and vegetables in, if you are unable to with normal eating. However, when you juice, you are getting rid of tons of fiber, vitamins and minerals that are beneficial for…
Elevated Nutrition 