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Chipotle Orange Glazed Pork Chops

Chipotle Orange Glazed Pork Chops

Spicy and sweet.  These grilled pork chops taste fantastic.  You can up the spiciness by using more chipotle powder or by using canned chipotles in adobo sauce. Tip- Reserve some of the marinade to use as a glaze/topping after cooking.  Recipe adapted from Food Network 

Asparagus with Goat Cheese and Hazelnuts

Asparagus with Goat Cheese and Hazelnuts

I like all three main ingredients separately, so why not combine them to create a tasty side dish? I was a little doubtful about this recipe, but OMG it was so good.  I absolutely devoured this dish.  I used 2 cups of kale fresh from 

Ahi Tuna with Napa Cabbage Salad

Ahi Tuna with Napa Cabbage Salad

Seared tuna is such a delight.  It pairs extremely well with this Napa cabbage salad for an enjoyable meal.

Recipe adapted from Food Network

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons lime juice

Zest of 1 lime

1 tablespoon fish sauce

1 tablespoon honey

1 teaspoon sugar or 1 packet monk fruit sweetener

1 teaspoon sesame oil

Salt and pepper

1 medium Napa cabbage

1 cup shredded carrots

½ cup basil leaves, chopped

½ cup mint leaves, chopped

½ cup cilantro leaves, chopped

4 tablespoons sesame seeds

1 pound ahi tuna steaks

2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil

¼ cup dried cranberries

Directions:

Napa Cabbage Salad-

  1. In a large bowl whisk together the lime juice, lime zest, fish sauce, sugar, and sesame oil. 
  2. Cut the cabbage in half lengthwise and slice into thin ribbons.
  3. Add cabbage, carrots, mint, basil, cranberries, and cilantro to the bowl with the dressing. 
  4. Toss to combine.  Season with salt and pepper. 
  5. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Tuna-

  1. Pour the sesame seeds onto a plate/cutting board.  Press the tuna in the seeds on both sides until seeds stick.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a nonstick pan over medium high heat.  Cook tuna 2 minutes per side.
  3. Slice the tuna and serve with the Napa cabbage slaw.

Deviled Egg Salad Sandwich

Deviled Egg Salad Sandwich

If you like deviled eggs as much as my children and I do then this is the sandwich for you. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: 8 slices turkey bacon 8 large eggs ½ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt ¼ cup sweet onion finely diced 

Caprese Chicken with Pomegranate Glaze

Caprese Chicken with Pomegranate Glaze

I love caprese chicken and I really enjoy the flavor from pomegranates.  This dish combines the two in a fantastic way for a creative spin on a traditional dish. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: 2 cups pomegranate juice 2 boneless chicken breasts cut into 

Balsamic Parmesan Cauliflower

Balsamic Parmesan Cauliflower

I love the mixture of balsamic and parmesan.  I also love roasted cauliflower.  This recipe combines the those to create a fantastic side dish.

Ingredients:

2 cups cauliflower in big chunks

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (or Basil infused oil)

½  teaspoon ground thyme

1 teaspoon fresh rosemary

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 garlic clove diced

¼ teaspoon ground pepper

¼ teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

¼ cup grated parmesan cheese

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.  Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Spray with olive oil spray.
  2. Mix olive oil, vinegar, thyme, rosemary, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. 
  3. Place the cauliflower in a medium bowl.  Pour the olive oil mixture over it.  Shake to coat all of the cauliflower.
  4. Spread the cauliflower out on the baking sheet.
  5. Sprinkle the parmesan cheese over the cauliflower.
  6. Roast 15-20 minutes until cauliflower is tender and browned.
Sheet Pan Mojo Chicken and Plantains

Sheet Pan Mojo Chicken and Plantains

Citrusy chicken and sweet plantains = Yum! This sheet pan meal is sure to bring a smile to your face. As a bonus the Mojo also makes a great salad dressing if you have some leftover. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: 8 chicken thighs 

Espresso Mousse

Espresso Mousse

I love the flavor of espresso anytime of day.  This is a simple light dessert that won’t make you feel guilty for enjoying it. Ingredients: 1 package silken tofu drained ½ cup espresso chips ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (preferably Dutch processed) ¼ cup water 

Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower

Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower

Turmeric is known for it’s anti-inflammatory properties.  It also adds flavor to dishes. 

Ingredients:

2 cups cauliflower in big chunks

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1 teaspoon ground turmeric

¼ teaspoon cumin

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon pepper

1 garlic clove minced

1 teaspoon lemon juice

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.  Spray a glass baking pan or line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Spray with nonstick spray.
  2. Mix olive oil, turmeric, cumin, salt, pepper, and garlic in a small bowl. 
  3. Pour the olive oil mixture over the cauliflower.   
  4. Roast for 15-20 minutes.
  5. Drizzle lemon juice over the cauliflower.
  6. Enjoy!
Sweet and Sour Chicken Sandwiches with Pickled Broccoli Slaw

Sweet and Sour Chicken Sandwiches with Pickled Broccoli Slaw

If you like sweet and sour chicken then you will like this healthier version on a bun, wrap, or even mixed as a salad. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients- Sweet and Sour Chicken- 2 chicken breasts cubed ¼ cup hoisin sauce ¼ cup sweet