Taco Boats

My family loves us some tacos!  I am pretty sure that we could eat tacos every day and there would be no complaints. Being on the Whole30, tortillas and corn shells are a no-no.  Avoiding flour and corn isn't going to stop us from enjoying some delicious tacos! In this recipe, we make our own … Continue reading Taco Boats

Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette

  No reason to buy salad dressing with a million different ingredients you can't pronounce when you can make your own.  This is an easy, delicious dressing to accompany any salad of your choice.  It would especially pare well with a Southwestern or Taco Salad. Ingredients 1 cup of packed cilantro 2 cups of extra virgin olive … Continue reading Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette

Shrimp and Zucchini Noodle Stir Fry

  Gingery, sweet, and tangy!  If you enjoy these flavours, you are definitely going to enjoy this delicious stir fry.  This vegetable dense dish is quick and easy to whip together making it perfect to create on a weeknight.  You will spend more time chopping up vegetables than cooking.  This dish is Whole30 compliant and will … Continue reading Shrimp and Zucchini Noodle Stir Fry

Garlic and Herb Cauliflower Mash

If you are looking for a healthier alternative to the mashed potatoes, this is the recipe for you.  This dish is just as comforting and rich as the real deal.  I made this to pair with our Valentine's Dinner of Steak, Shrimp, and Asparagus and it was delicious!  The garlic and herbs pack a major … Continue reading Garlic and Herb Cauliflower Mash

Whole30 Challenge: Week 1 Menu

The holiday season has come and gone.  It's time to get eating habits back on track again!  Starting February 2nd (the day after the Super Bowl) I challenge you to join me in completing the Whole30. What is the Whole30?  30 days of real food.  No sugar.  No grains.  No alcohol.  No dairy.  No Legumes.  … Continue reading Whole30 Challenge: Week 1 Menu

Red Pepper and Sausage Frittata

Lately, my family has been in a bit of a breakfast rut.   Eggs, Bacon (or Sausage), and Hashbrowns.  The typical breakfast.  As delicious as this typical breakfast is, sometimes you just need a change…..something different from the norm. That’s where the Frittata comes in! Not only is this dish easy to make and delicious, but … Continue reading Red Pepper and Sausage Frittata

Baked Garlic Dijon Salmon

  Today when I checked my gmail account, I had a glorious email from Whole Foods notifying me that they had Coho Salmon on sale today only.  At that moment, I knew exactly what we would be having for dinner.  I sent the hubs out to our local Whole Foods to grab the goods.  I told … Continue reading Baked Garlic Dijon Salmon

Coconut Curry with Cauliflower Rice (Paleo, Vegan options)

    Weeknights are busy for my family.  Trying to fit in time to cook something quick, easy, and healthy can be a challenge.  This recipe has become a weekly staple in my home since developing it.  Not only is it easy, delicious, and healthy but it is also cheap to make! This vegetable dense meal … Continue reading Coconut Curry with Cauliflower Rice (Paleo, Vegan options)

Roasted Tomato and Tomatillo Salsa

  If you have a garden filled with red-ripe tomatoes, here is a recipe that will help put them to good use!  In this salsa, we roast tomatoes, tomatillos (they look like green tomatoes), jalepenos, and garlic to really amp up their natural flavors.  This salsa is incredibly easy to create.  Be an awesome guest … Continue reading Roasted Tomato and Tomatillo Salsa

Avocado Salad

It's avocado season and I am noticing some great deals in the grocery stores.  Time to stock up on my all time favorite!  If you are wanting to make something different than guacamole with those delicious avocados, here it the perfect solution! My father is from Cuba and came to America right before the revolution … Continue reading Avocado Salad