Easy Dinner Recipe: Shrimp in Parchment Paper This is one of my absolute favorite fresh and tasty recipes right now. Not only is it loaded with veggies and protein, really easy to make, and gluten-free, but it’s ready in under 30 minutes and has minimal cleanup. Ingredients: Parchment paper 5-6 cooked frozen shrimp Bok choy Bean sprouts (not soy) Shiitaki mushrooms Braggs Amino Acid (or othe ...[Read More]
Recipes: Gluten Free Egg Muffins
Author: Fitness and Nutrition Expert: Andrea Wise If you like eggs as much as I do – this recipe is for you! Gluten-free Egg Muffins are fast, healthy, and versatile. Make a quick batch on Sunday and have warm breakfast in seconds every morning during the week. Feel free to sub the vegetables and/or add some meat if you wish to create some variety for your week! Store in your refrigerator an ...[Read More]
Recipe: Skinny Hot Apple Cider
For the perfect warm drink, SkinnyMom served up this Skinny Hot Apple Cider recipe, which we are loving for many reasons! This recipe has only 98 calories per serving and combines apple juice, oranges, lemons, cinnamon and more to create the perfectly spiced warm drink. Cuddle up on the couch with a glass of cider and a good book tonight! Pro tips: Having a Winter party? Multiply the recipe ...[Read More]
Recipe: Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes
This week our friends at Skinnymom.com shared with us this fun and ‘fit’ alternative to a sweet potato casserole, since the contents will be served back in the potato skin. Instead of a calorie and fat-laden casserole recipe, we scooped out the centers of our sweet potatoes, added some non-fat Greek yogurt, cinnamon, brown sugar and nutmeg, mixed it all together and came up with these ...[Read More]
NYC – Spiced Nuts and Seed Mix
This nighttime optional snack makes a great creative dessert or finger food for a dinner party. You could even make batches with added gingerbread spice during the holidays to wrap up in a cute bow and add as a healthy treat to a gift!
NYC – Raspberry Frozen Yogurt Pop
These delicious pops are so refreshing and light! They’re a great afternoon snack after a long day at work to boost up your energy! I recommend making a big batch ahead of time and keeping theme in the freezer to always have on hand to satisfy a sweet tooth in a healthy way. They can last for about three weeks!
NYC – BBQ Mango Tilapia
This dish takes a little bit more time to make, since it has to marinate, but it is definitely worth it! BBQ, mango, and white fish create such a unique taste, you’ll want to make it for everyone!
NYC – Curried Yogurt and Beet Chips
This creative way to eat greek yogurt is something I'm sure you've never thoguht of before!
NYC – Veggie Scramble
Yes, you can have a delicious breakfast sandwich and still be healthy! This scramble over toast is a wholesome recipe for a filling and delicious open-faced sandwich. Not to mention it is quick and easy to make!
Skinny Corn Casserole
Our SkinnyMom friends are serving us up with the #healthyholidays recipes, and this week is no exception! This is an excellent holiday side dish, or even as a cozy snack to warm you up. At only 159 calories per serving, and the fact that it tastes just like the corn pudding your grandma used to make makes it an ‘everybody’ favorite! Recipe: Skinny Corn Casserole Prep time: 10 mi ...[Read More]
NYC – Dark Chocolate Almond Dessert
This mix is something that I always like to have on hand for a sweet tooth! It is quick and easy to make and is a healthy alternative to a nut and chocolate candy bar!
NYC – Lemon Herb Tilapia with Green Vegetable Medley
This dinner is a healthy staple that is also flavorful and tasty!
NYC – Antioxidant Trail Mix
This homemade trail mix is much healither than those you can buy. Trail mix seems like a healthy option, but is often riddled with unhealthy nuts and other negative qualities. Making your trail mix at home verifies that it is fresh and healthy! This combination of nuts is rich in omega-3 and antioxidants!
NYC – Simply Wonderful Stuffed Tomato
These crab-packed tomatoes are SOO cute - almost too cute to eat. ALMOST. You’ll impress your roommate/sister/partner with these guys! This recipe makes 2 servings, so it is perfect to share!
NYC – Spicy Popcorn
This spin on air popped popcorn has quite a kick to it! Luckily, you can adjust the spice to your liking.
NYC – Strawberry Parfait
This parfait is a delectable way to start your day off right! It is almost too easy to make for how delicious it looks and tastes.
NYC – Stuffed Mushroom
This stuffed mushroom is a quick and easy gourmet tasting snack!
NYC – Zucchini “Pasta” with Amanda’s Italian Mother’s Secret Tomato Sauce
Zucchini pasta is one of my favorite diet tricks. You can make zucchini strips look and taste like pasta to fool anyone and enjoy delicious pasta dishes without the guilt of the carbs!
NYC – Banana, Kale, and Almond Milk Smoothie
This snack is so quick and easy to make! It is also packed full of vitamins and nutrients!
NYC – The AR Glamour Girl Skinny Guacamole
This guac is a great healthy lunch and so simple to make.