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Cauliflower Tacos with Lime Coleslaw and Avocado Crema

Cauliflower Tacos with Lime Coleslaw and Avocado Crema

Air-fried or roasted cauliflower tastes fantastic with a little olive oil and seasoning.  These light tacos are filled with veggies and loaded with flavors. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: Cauliflower- ½ head cauliflower cut into large chunks 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon paprika 

Philly Cheesesteak Pizza Roll

Philly Cheesesteak Pizza Roll

My kids devour Philly Cheesesteaks so when I saw this recipe I thought it was the perfect dinner with a few adaptations.  My kids do not like mushrooms, but you can add sauteed mushrooms if you prefer. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: 1 store 

Pizza Puff

Pizza Puff

Cheese and pepperoni on top of a puff pastry!  My kids devoured this dish.

Ingredients:

1 puff pasty sheet thawed

Thin sliced fresh mozzarella

½ cup pepperoni

1 garlic clove

1-2 tablespoons olive oil

1 egg beaten

Grated parmesan cheese to sprinkle on top

Pizza sauce to drizzle or for dipping

Optional: Pizza toppings of your preference

Directions:

  1. Thaw puff pastry and let sit at room temperature for at least 20 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.  Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with olive oil spray. 
  3. Spread the puff pastry out on the baking sheet.
  4. Brush the pastry with the olive oil and garlic mixed together.
  5. Line the middle of the pastry with mozzarella slices and top with pepperoni.  Leave at least an inch border on both ends.
  6. Fold the edges up on the mound of mozzarella and pepperoni.
  7. Brush the outside of the crust with the beaten egg.
  8. Sprinkle all over with parmesan cheese.
  9. Bake 40-45 minutes.
  10. Serve with pizza sauce on the side or drizzled on top.
Spring Pasta Salad

Spring Pasta Salad

I just love pasta salads loaded with veggies and a lite vinaigrette.  This pasta salad features bell peppers, zucchini, English cucumbers, broccoli, and cherry tomatoes. Ingredients: Salad- 10 ounces lentil pasta 1 zucchini sliced and quartered 1 English cucumber sliced 2 bell peppers diced 1 

Everything Bagel Salmon

Everything Bagel Salmon

Everything bagel seasoning is one of the best blends out there.  This simple recipe combines Dijon mustard with Everything Bagel seasoning to create a flavorful meal. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: 2 pounds salmon 2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 3 tablespoons Everything Bagel seasoning Directions: 

Mango Watercress Salad

Mango Watercress Salad

If you are looking for a light side salad that is full of flavor then try this salad!

Ingredients:

1 mango

4 cups watercress

1 serrano pepper

1 shallot

1 lime zested and juiced

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

1 tablespoon honey

1 tablespoon white wine vinegar

Directions:

  1. Dice mango, pepper, and shallot.  Add to large bowl.
  2. Add lime zest.
  3. Whisk lime juice, olive oil, honey, and vinegar in a small bowl.
  4. Add watercress to bowl.  Toss to mix in mango, pepper, and shallot.
  5. Drizzle dressing over salad. Mix to combine.
  6. Serve immediately. 
Strawberry Shortcake Frosted Strawberry Filled Cupcakes

Strawberry Shortcake Frosted Strawberry Filled Cupcakes

One of my favorite treats from ice cream trucks growing up were the strawberry shortcake ice creams.  These cupcakes have a strawberry shortcake topping over vanilla icing with a vanilla cupcake filled with strawberry jam and topped with a sweet strawberry.  Ingredients: Cupcakes- 1 ¼ 

Lightened up Chocolate Chip Cookies

Lightened up Chocolate Chip Cookies

My husband loves chocolate chip cookies, but occasionally he tries to eat healthier.  These cookies use coconut oil and applesauce instead of butter.  I also used mostly dark chocolate chips and some semi-sweet chips to lower the sugar. Ingredients: 1 ½ cups all purpose flour 

Chili Lime Roasted Radishes

Chili Lime Roasted Radishes

I recently discovered that I really like radishes, so when I saw this recipe I had to try it.

Recipe adapted from Food Network

Ingredients;

1 pound radishes halved

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

1 teaspoon chili lime seasoning

½ teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon fresh cilantro diced

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.  Line a small baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. Add radishes, olive oil, seasoning, and salt to a medium bowl.  Toss to coat radishes.
  3. Spread radishes out in a single layer.
  4. Roast for 30-35 minutes.
  5. Top with fresh cilantro.
Banana Mocha Energy Balls

Banana Mocha Energy Balls

Energy balls with a little espresso are sure to give you a boost.  The protein from the almonds and hazelnuts helps to keep you going on busy days. Ingredients: 1 cup old fashioned oats 1 scoop chocolate protein powder 1 scoop (3 tablespoons) powdered peanut