Diet on a Budget: Super Easy Low-cal Veggie Bake
Low-cal Veggie Bake 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 small eggplant, cut in half and sliced 1 small zucchini, cut in half and sliced 1 small squash, cut in half and sliced 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 onion, sliced 1 cup sliced mushrooms 1 shredded carrot 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1… Read More»
5-Minute Flatbread Pizza
On Friday night, I was hit by a craving: Pizza. I started to look up a place to order from where I could get something relatively healthy, maybe a thin crust veggie. Then I thought hey, maybe I could make one myself with ingredients I have on hand and save myself $$ AND calories. I… Read More»
Fresh Fish Friday: Salmon Edition
An amazing salmon salad I had at one of the restaurants along the beach in Malaga, Spain. Salmon is one of the best sources of omega-3 fatty acids out there. A diet rich in omega 3’s supports heart health and may reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s and dementia. The American Heart Association recommends eating… Read More»
Easy Tuscan Bean Soup and Curried Chickpea Cakes
You don’t have to be vegetarian to be healthy. If you have a goal to decrease your meat consumption, start with just one day a week. Make every Monday a “Meatless Monday.” Taking one day to substitute meat for vegetables in your meals is a great way to consume less calories, get creative in the kitchen… Read More»
Texas Black Bean Burgers
Craving a burger but trying to stick with your New Year’s Resolution? Here’s a cheap, easy, and satisfying alternative. Beans are a great alternative to meat, they’re high in protein and their fiber content helps keep you full. Texas Black Bean Burgers 1 15oz can black beans, drained and rinsed 1/2 cup finely crushed tortilla… Read More»
White Bean and Cabbage Soup
Hot. Cheap. Easy. No not me– the soup! It’s December. We’ve all been spending too much money on Christmas presents and decorating, we’re short on time, and it’s starting to get a bit chilly outside. A simple recipe that’s hot, cheap, and easy is perfect for a December dinner. This low-calorie, low-fat, high-nutrient soup provides… Read More»