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Easy Grilled Swordfish

Grilled Swordfish Steaks are marinated in a delicious combination of bright and savory flavors, then grilled to perfection with the char marks to prove it. This mouthwatering dish takes just 15 minutes to marinate and 10 minutes on the grill, making for the ultimate healthy main course to any summer meal. Swordfish is overlooked for more common seafood choices like salmon or shrimp, but let me tell you it’s a serious contender—especially during grilling season. Because it’s one of the meatier types of fish out there, swordfish holds up superbly on the grill. If you’re a steak lover looking to cut back on your red meat intake and increase your omega-3’s, this fish is a pretty great compromise. It's similar to Grilled Mahi Mahi . This recipe for Grilled Swordfish is easy to make, quick to cook, and tastes absolutely phenomenal. I love pairing it with a salad or grilled vegetables and rice or potatoes for a complete meal that is both ultra satisfying to the palate and nourishing to

Easy Grilled Swordfish

Grilled Swordfish Steaks are marinated in a delicious combination of bright and savory flavors, then grilled to perfection with the char marks to prove it. This mouthwatering dish takes just 15 minutes to marinate and 10 minutes on the grill, making for the ultimate healthy main course to any summer meal. Swordfish is overlooked for more common seafood choices like salmon or shrimp, but let me tell you it’s a serious contender—especially during grilling season. Because it’s one of the meatier types of fish out there, swordfish holds up superbly on the grill. If you’re a steak lover looking to cut back on your red meat intake and increase your omega-3’s, this fish is a pretty great compromise. It's similar to Grilled Mahi Mahi . This recipe for Grilled Swordfish is easy to make, quick to cook, and tastes absolutely phenomenal. I love pairing it with a salad or grilled vegetables and rice or potatoes for a complete meal that is both ultra satisfying to the palate and nourishing to

Pico de Gallo

This classic Mexican salsa is made with bright ingredients like fresh tomatoes, white onions, cilantro, jalapeno, and lime juice. Fresh, healthy, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Pico de Gallo recipe is a show stopping addition to any meal. This zesty, flavorful dish is super easy to make and always adds a ton of freshness to meals. It’s filled with vibrant colors, flavors, and nutrients, making it equal parts beautiful, delicious, and healthy. I love serving this dish in the summertime because the fresh flavors make for a fantastic way to cool down on a hot summer day. While Chipotle lovers may know pico de gallo as their favorite burrito bowl topping, it’s so much more than just a popular topping at a fast-casual restaurant. This delicious chunky salsa pairs incredibly with all sorts of Mexican dishes. You can serve it with tacos, burritos, quesadillas, salads, and nachos. My favorite way to serve this colorful dish is as an eye-catching addition to taco night with family

Pico de Gallo

This classic Mexican salsa is made with bright ingredients like fresh tomatoes, white onions, cilantro, jalapeno, and lime juice. Fresh, healthy, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Pico de Gallo recipe is a show stopping addition to any meal. This zesty, flavorful dish is super easy to make and always adds a ton of freshness to meals. It’s filled with vibrant colors, flavors, and nutrients, making it equal parts beautiful, delicious, and healthy. I love serving this dish in the summertime because the fresh flavors make for a fantastic way to cool down on a hot summer day. While Chipotle lovers may know pico de gallo as their favorite burrito bowl topping, it’s so much more than just a popular topping at a fast-casual restaurant. This delicious chunky salsa pairs incredibly with all sorts of Mexican dishes. You can serve it with tacos, burritos, quesadillas, salads, and nachos. My favorite way to serve this colorful dish is as an eye-catching addition to taco night with family

Baked Salsa Chicken

Salsa Chicken is layered with juicy chicken breasts, fresh salsa, and melty cheese for a mouthwatering dish you won’t be able to get enough of. Serve it up alongside rice or a side salad for a healthy and delicious meal that guarantees to impress! If you know me, you know how much I love Mexican food. From main courses like fish tacos and burrito bowls to side dishes like street corn and cowboy beans , I love it all! I come up with new healthy Mexican-inspired recipes often, because I love the bright and bold flavors and I like to keep weeknight dinners exciting. This Salsa Chicken recipe is super simple and combines some of my favorite things: Juicy chicken, fresh homemade salsa, and melted pepper jack cheese. With only a few minutes of prep time and 30 minutes in the oven, this delicious healthy dinner recipe can be made from start to finish in under an hour. When I serve this dish, I like to pair it with sides like rice, quinoa, cauliflower rice, or a side salad. If you’re lo

Baked Salsa Chicken

Salsa Chicken is layered with juicy chicken breasts, fresh salsa, and melty cheese for a mouthwatering dish you won’t be able to get enough of. Serve it up alongside rice or a side salad for a healthy and delicious meal that guarantees to impress! If you know me, you know how much I love Mexican food. From main courses like fish tacos and burrito bowls to side dishes like street corn and cowboy beans , I love it all! I come up with new healthy Mexican-inspired recipes often, because I love the bright and bold flavors and I like to keep weeknight dinners exciting. This Salsa Chicken recipe is super simple and combines some of my favorite things: Juicy chicken, fresh homemade salsa, and melted pepper jack cheese. With only a few minutes of prep time and 30 minutes in the oven, this delicious healthy dinner recipe can be made from start to finish in under an hour. When I serve this dish, I like to pair it with sides like rice, quinoa, cauliflower rice, or a side salad. If you’re lo

Tropical Kale Pineapple Smoothie

This kale pineapple smoothie tastes just like you are on vacation on a tropical island. It's a refreshing blend of fruit and kale, which work together surprisingly well. This powerhouse smoothie is packed with nutrients and vitamins that will nourish your body, all while making your tastebuds happy. They say to eat the rainbow. Well, with smoothies, you can drink the rainbow! This recipe is full of gut and heart-healthy ingredients. Kale is a superfood that has disease-fighting antioxidants and is rich in iron. Pineapple is very high in vitamin C, which is fantastic for your immune system. Plus, chia seeds have tons of fiber that help your digestion system function at its best. If you prefer to drink your vitamins instead of swallowing them in pill form, then you are going to really enjoy this tropical smoothie. All the fresh citrus flavors are bursting with natural sugar so you don't even need to sweeten it (although you can if you want to, of course). Another thing you wi

Tropical Kale Pineapple Smoothie

This kale pineapple smoothie tastes just like you are on vacation on a tropical island. It's a refreshing blend of fruit and kale, which work together surprisingly well. This powerhouse smoothie is packed with nutrients and vitamins that will nourish your body, all while making your tastebuds happy. They say to eat the rainbow. Well, with smoothies, you can drink the rainbow! This recipe is full of gut and heart-healthy ingredients. Kale is a superfood that has disease-fighting antioxidants and is rich in iron. Pineapple is very high in vitamin C, which is fantastic for your immune system. Plus, chia seeds have tons of fiber that help your digestion system function at its best. If you prefer to drink your vitamins instead of swallowing them in pill form, then you are going to really enjoy this tropical smoothie. All the fresh citrus flavors are bursting with natural sugar so you don't even need to sweeten it (although you can if you want to, of course). Another thing you wi

Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup

Learn how to make crockpot black bean soup that simmers all day, with the perfect amount of heat and spice. This black bean soup is an easy vegetarian recipe! I love a good bowl of soup. It can warm you up from the inside out and make pretty much any situation feel comfy and cozy. This soup is a take on a classic black bean soup, made with just a few simple ingredients. Adding boiling broth eliminates the need for soaking the beans and I love the addition of some heat. I prefer this soup blended until it is nice and smooth, but you can also leave it chunky or just blend half of it for a thicker soup that still has some texture. Top with your favorite garnishes and you are ready for anything. Key Ingredients This soup uses all vegetarian ingredients for a hearty dish that will fill you up. Black Beans: Since this is simmering all day in the slow cooker, you can use dry beans without soaking them overnight. You should still rinse them off before you use them. If you are presse

Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup

Learn how to make crockpot black bean soup that simmers all day, with the perfect amount of heat and spice. This black bean soup is an easy vegetarian recipe! I love a good bowl of soup. It can warm you up from the inside out and make pretty much any situation feel comfy and cozy. This soup is a take on a classic black bean soup, made with just a few simple ingredients. Adding boiling broth eliminates the need for soaking the beans and I love the addition of some heat. I prefer this soup blended until it is nice and smooth, but you can also leave it chunky or just blend half of it for a thicker soup that still has some texture. Top with your favorite garnishes and you are ready for anything. Key Ingredients This soup uses all vegetarian ingredients for a hearty dish that will fill you up. Black Beans: Since this is simmering all day in the slow cooker, you can use dry beans without soaking them overnight. You should still rinse them off before you use them. If you are presse

Raspberry Chia Smoothie

Looking to up your intake of antioxidants? Take a look at this breakfast smoothie recipe! This raspberry chia smoothie is really high in fiber and an excellent source of protein too. It's a fantastic dairy-free treat to help you start the day- the right way! I love smoothies any time of day, but on particularly hot days, they just hit differently. An ice-cold smoothie will refresh and rehydrate you while also giving your body the fiber, protein, and nutrients it needs to power through your day. Yes, all of that can come from a healthy smoothie! Now, there are all sorts of ways to make smoothies ranging from the types of fruits you add to what kind of liquid you use. During those seasonal months, I find myself leaning towards smoothies flavored like apple pie while in the summer months, I have this recipe for piña colada oatmeal smoothie . When I am craving something on the sweet, I tend to reach for berries. Raspberries specifically are really high in antioxidants, and basic

Raspberry Chia Smoothie

Looking to up your intake of antioxidants? Take a look at this breakfast smoothie recipe! This raspberry chia smoothie is really high in fiber and an excellent source of protein too. It's a fantastic dairy-free treat to help you start the day- the right way! I love smoothies any time of day, but on particularly hot days, they just hit differently. An ice-cold smoothie will refresh and rehydrate you while also giving your body the fiber, protein, and nutrients it needs to power through your day. Yes, all of that can come from a healthy smoothie! Now, there are all sorts of ways to make smoothies ranging from the types of fruits you add to what kind of liquid you use. During those seasonal months, I find myself leaning towards smoothies flavored like apple pie while in the summer months, I have this recipe for piña colada oatmeal smoothie . When I am craving something on the sweet, I tend to reach for berries. Raspberries specifically are really high in antioxidants, and basic

Banana Oat Pancakes

These Banana Oat Pancakes are simple, easy to make, and loaded with fresh flavors. Made with wholesome ingredients like bananas, rolled oats, and eggs, these flourless pancakes make for the perfect healthy breakfast recipe. If you’ve been reading along with me for a while, then you can probably tell that I’m a big fan of pancakes. From chocolate pancakes to blueberry pancakes and even Greek yogurt pancakes , I’ve tried them all. These Banana Oat Pancakes are definitely one of my favorite variations. Not only are they made without flour, but they are made with ingredients you probably already have laying around at home. Pancakes have always been a breakfast staple in my home, primarily on the weekends when we have more time to relax. One of the things I love most about this recipe is that the pancakes freeze incredibly well, so even during the week when I don’t have time to whip up pancakes from scratch, I can pull these out of the freezer and enjoy them. These pancakes are made wit