Cheesy Garlic Zucchini Steaks

Ingredients : 2 medium zucchini Kosher salt 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped or grated 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes, plus more for serving 4 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 oz. mozzarella, shredded (about 1/2 c.) 1 oz. Parmesan, finely shredded (about 1/2 c.) 2 Tbsp. fresh basil, torn Directions : Using a sharp … Read more

5 Homemade Dressings

Ingredients: Lemon and Basil Dressing: – 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice – 1/2 cup of olive oil – 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh basil – 1 clove minced garlic – Salt and pepper to taste Honey Mustard Dressing: – 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard – 2 tablespoons of honey – 1/4 cup white wine … Read more

High-Protein Tomato & Basil Salad

Ingredients: 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved) Salt to taste 3 tablespoons avocado or extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 tablespoons grain mustard 1 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice or vinegar 1 large avocado, cubed 1½ cup quartered marinated artichoke hearts 1 cup chickpeas 6 mint leaves, chiffonade 7 basil leaves, chiffonade 1/3 cup pistachios, chopped Black … Read more

Chicken Bacon Ranch Roll-Ups

Ingredients: – 6 slices of mozzarella cheese – 1 1/2 cups cooked shredded or grilled chicken – 1/4 cup cooked bacon (2-3 slices) – 1 tablespoon low-carb ranch dressing – 1 teaspoon finely sliced green onion Instructions: 1. Combine shredded chicken, cooked bacon, ranch dressing, and green onions in a bowl. Set aside. 2. Preheat … Read more

Shrimp cocktail

Ingredients : ●1 lb shrimp with shell ●Shrimp broth ●1-1/4 cup ketchup ●Dash Valentina ●Dash Worcester sauce ●1 lime ●Small onion ●2 tomatoes ●1 Serrano, seeds removed if you don’t want it too spicy. ●Cilantro ●1 can tomato sauce ●Half a cucumber, remove seeds ●Salt ●2 avocados Directions : ■Remove shells from shrimp and boil … Read more

Caprese Pasta Salad

Ingredients: Vinaigrette Dressing ¼ cup olive oil ¼ cup balsamic vinegar 2–3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 clove minced garlic 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning ¼ teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon black pepper Caprese Pasta Salad ½ pound dried pasta of choice(Ditaloni Rigate) 8 ounces mozzarella pearls, or cubed fresh mozzarella 2 cups grape tomatoes, sliced … Read more

Chicken salad sandwich

✓ Ingredients: – **For the Chicken Salad:** – 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped – 1/2 cup mayonnaise – 1/2 cup grapes, halved – 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped – 1/4 cup sliced almonds – 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (optional) – Salt and pepper to taste – **For the Sandwiches:** – 4 croissants … Read more

Chicken and Dumplings

✓ Ingredients: – **For the Chicken Stew:** – 2 lbs chicken (breast or thighs), boneless and skinless – 1 tablespoon olive oil – 1 onion, chopped – 2 carrots, sliced – 2 celery stalks, sliced – 3 cloves garlic, minced – 6 cups chicken broth – 1 teaspoon dried thyme – 1 teaspoon dried parsley … Read more

Watermelon Honey (No Added Sugar

✓ Ingredients: – 1 large watermelon ✓ Instructions: 1. **Extract the Juice:** 1. Cut the watermelon into chunks, removing the rind and seeds. 2. Place the watermelon chunks into a blender and blend until smooth. 3. Pour the watermelon puree through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a large bowl to remove the pulp, … Read more