Category: Dinner
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Easy Mediterranean Chickpea Salad: Quick Vegan Lunch

Chickpea Salad: 20 minutes (2-3 servings) I am always looking for something portable and easy for lunch. I especially like anything that’s ‘dump and go’. Sheet pan dinners and rice bowls are great. To cut down on the carbs though, I like to opt for chickpeas and make a salad that travels well for work.…
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Crispy Air Fryer Black Bean Cakes: Easy Vegan Recipe

Black Bean Cakes: 28 minutes (makes 2-3 servings) My favorite snacks to take to work are those that are very satiating and have a good crunch. Snacks that can check all the boxes I try to keep on hand. These black bean cakes are easy to throw together (less than 30 minutes!) and satisfy those…
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Easy Vegan 25-Minute Creamy Coconut Chickpea Curry

Coconut Curry: 25 minutes (makes 2-3 servings) So it’s that time of the year here where it frequently rains, it remains overcast most of the day and it’s just not fun in general. I started craving something warm and comforting, that is the total opposite of whatever is happening outside. This recipe is a flavorful,…
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Quick and Easy Air Fryer Ground Beef & Broccoli

Ground Beef and Broccoli: (30 minutes, makes 4 servings) There’s always that one day that I’m short on time, or I just completely forgot about whatever important thing I had to do. This recipe helps so much with cutting down on the time I spend in the kitchen. It also is flexible and gives me…
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One-Pan Lemon-Garlic Chicken & Spinach: Healthy 25-Minute Dinner

One-Pan Lemon-Garlic Chicken & Spinach: (25 minutes, makes 2 servings) I’m a commuter once again. So, the last thing I want to worry about after an 8-hour day and 40 minutes in traffic is what’s for dinner. I keep it simple by keeping healthy options in my fridge like spinach and lean proteins. Trust me,…
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Easy Air Fryer Gnocchi with Shrimp & Veggies: A One-Pan Dinner

Gnocchi, Sausage, and Vegetables: (20 minutes, makes 3-4 servings) Have you ever gotten a late night craving? For me, it’s usually for something savory, crunchy, or salty. I never really want something sweet. Crispy chicken nuggets, or salty french fries are the best night caps for me. Especially after a night out with friends, a…
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Fresh Arugula & Pear Salad with a Homemade Vinaigrette

Salad 15 minutes (makes 4 servings) My journey as a foodie began in college, where I first had the chance to explore the expansive produce section of a grocery store. This was a significant change from my childhood, where our meals featured mostly canned vegetables. My definition of a salad was basic: lettuce, tomatoes, and…
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Easy Black Bean & Corn Protein Bowls: Healthy No-Oven Summer Meal

Black Bean & Corn Protein Bowls: 15 minutes, makes 2 servings The heat has been brutal this summer. Tampa reached a record high of 100° last week, and the constant hum of air conditioners confirms it. So you would be correct to assume that my oven is not in use. I have been relying on…
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Quick and Easy Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipe

Pasta Salad: 18 minutes, makes 4 servings When I visited Florence last year, I happily ate my way through the city. The freshly made pasta still pleasantly haunts me. While I have yet to try to replicate the large mushroom tortellini I ordered while there, I have done a quick variation in the form of…
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Classic Cheesy Party Sausage Balls Recipe

Sausage balls: 25 to 35 minutes (makes 20) It’s the season for cookouts and family gatherings in the backyard! if you’re looking to feed a small crowd, these cheesy sausage balls are perfect. It’s a simple recipe that won’t dissappoint, and you can make easy swaps to lighen up the calories. I usually pick chicken…