Healthy Eats: Sugar Snap Pea Salad
I stand by what I said in Healthy Eats: Grilled Vegetables, people burn out on veggie eating because they can be bland and boring if not prepared right. The next time you find yourself done with foods that are green, consider making this roasted Sugar Snap Pea Salad and turning your loathsome feeling into that […]
Healthy Eats: Pumpkin Bread
Oh the smell of fall! You know what I’m talking about, pumpkin pie, pumpkin cookies, pumpkin bread, anything pumpkin! Now you can have a fall time favorite with half the guilt! Prepare this homemade pumpkin bread and have it for your breakfast carb or your post workout carb, and not just during FALL, have it […]
Healthy Eats: Turkey Meatballs
A hearty dinner can put a smile on anyone’s face. Sometimes all you need is a little Italian love from the kitchen, but can you have the hearty while still being healthy? With these Turkey Meatballs..you sure can! Using 93/7 ground turkey, season with garlic powder and Italian seasoning. Form large (baseball sized) balls with […]
Healthy Eats: Watermelon Avocado Salad
When you think of summer, do you think of watermelon? I sure do! The Watermelon Avocado Salad is possibly the most refreshing side dish you could pair with your grilled chicken for a perfect summertime dinner! And it is so easy which we LOVE! Chop watermelon, avocado and a little tomato if you have it. Squeeze […]
Healthy Eats: Crispy Beef Lettuce Cups
The next time you’re craving PF Changs, save yourself 1000+ calories and opt to prepare Crispy Beef Lettuce Cups at home instead. By using healthy ingredients and measuring your carb (rice) and meat portion before assembling the crispy beef lettuce cups, you’ll be sure to stay on track with your Check Total Health meal plan. […]
Healthy Eats: Tropical Snapper & Roasted Carrots
Summer is here and this recipe for tropical snapper & roasted carrots will remind you of sunshine and waterside dining. Use fresh or frozen snapper, seasoned lightly with salt and pepper. Broil in the oven for 10-12 minutes. Serve on top a bed of brown or white rice. Top with tropical salsa and toasted coconut […]
Healthy Eats: Banana Nut Bread
Can you smell it? Your mom’s homemade banana nut bread! The thought of it probably has you reminiscing about Sunday brunch at grandma’s house! Well now you can enjoy this classic treat without the guilt. This banana nut bread recipe redo is perfect for your breakfast and/or post workout carbs – be sure to pair […]
Healthy Eats: Grilled Vegetables
Ah vegetables. So good for you but not the most loved of all food groups. Why? Because most people don’t prepare them with enough flavor to be delicious! If boiled broccoli has you down in the dumps about veggies, try a new preparation: grilled vegetables! Many vegetables can be grilled directly on the grill grates: […]
Healthy Eats: Asian Tuna & Cucumber Salad
What’s for dinner on a weeknight? Why not grilled Asian tuna & cucumber salad? Weeknight cooking does not have to be boring and tasteless, nor does it have to be a lot of work. We use defrosted tuna steaks (which are a very lean protein source) and some simple seasoning to make big flavors that […]
Healthy Eats: Tex Mex Salad
Salsa is my go-to condiment to make healthy food taste oh so good! Depending on what we have in the fridge, I tend to play “Chopped” and make a unique salsa each time. My standard salsa though is just chopped tomatoes, sweet or red onion, cilantro, lime juice, cumin, salt and pepper to taste. If […]
