This is a great twist on a chicken salad, using healthier ingredients for new flavors. Chicken is a lean protein and when combined with vegetables and a healthy fat like cashews, this makes a great snack, side dish or small salad entrée. Consider adding in quinoa or brown rice for a quality … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2014
Strawberry Yogurt Popsicles
I love homemade popsicles, especially ones made with seasonal fresh fruit chunks! As much as I love strawberries, sometimes it's a push to finish them before they go bad. Seeing this recipe reminded me that there is a great way to enjoy fresh strawberries - or in this case, frozen strawberries with … [Read more...]
Shaved Asparagus & Bean Salad
To me, asparagus is such a versatile vegetable. Whether you add it to the grill, sauté it, stir-fry it, roast it with lemon and garlic or even add chopped asparagus to your homemade pizza - it tastes great, adds fiber, folate and Vitamins A, C, E and K, as well as the important antioxidant … [Read more...]
Chicken with Apricot Sauce
Apricot's have a short season, typically starting at the end of May and lasting in duration about a month. With the warm spring weather finally starting to show across the country, hopefully you can find apricots at the local grocer or at your local farmer's market soon. These bright but little … [Read more...]
Indian-Spiced Squash
I love this flavorful dish, that not only tastes great with it's natural flavors, but the herbs, spices and seeds are a great source of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. Enjoy as a side dish or main entree! … [Read more...]