Category: Healthy 30 Minute Meals

Hearty Beef Taco Salad Ingredients:3-4 cloves garlic (minced)1 lbs. lean ground beef2 t. ground cumin1 t. smoked paprika½ t. chili powder1½ t. chipotle powder (divided)½ t. onion powderSea salt and black pepper (to taste)4 large gluten-free corn tortillas (cut into thin strips)3 T. extra virgin olive oil (divided)1 c. black beans (drained and rinsed)½ head iceberg lettuce (finely chopped)1 large ripe avocado (chopped)2 c. cherry or grape...

  Bacon Jalapeño Cheese Ball Appetizer Ingredients:8 thick-cut slices of bacon½ large jalapeño pepper (finely minced, divided)8 oz. cream cheese (room temperature)½ c. Mexican-blend cheese (finely shredded)½ t. smoked paprika½ t. Mexican oregano½ t. chipotle powder½ t. garlic powderSea salt and black pepper (to taste) To Serve: Vegetables, of choice Gluten-free crackers AppetizerAmericanbacon jalapeno cheese ball appetizer

  Green Bean Salad with Tomatoes & Feta This versatile salad combines garden fresh herbs and veggies with the delicious salty flavor of Feta cheese. As an added bonus, it takes less than 20 minutes to put together and can be enjoyed either warm or cold. Ingredients:1½ lbs. fresh green beans (tips removed and cut in half)1 pint grape tomatoes (washed and cut in half)1 T. fresh basil leaves (finely chopped)1 T. fresh parsley leaves...

Chicken Fajita Wraps with Creamy Cilantro-Lime Sauce Here’s a creative way to use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken for a quick and flavorful weeknight meal. For best results, prepare the cilantro-lime sauce the night before so the flavors have a chance to thoroughly blend. You can also prepare the fajita seasoning in larger batches and store in an airtight container for later use. Planning ahead will save you even more time on those busy nights...

  Bone-In Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Sauce These rustic pork chops are packed with tons of flavor, and they are so quick and easy to prepare. This recipe is sure to become a new go-to family favorite!For best results, allow your pork chops and dairy ingredients to set at room temperature for 30 minutes or so before you begin cooking. Cooking meat right out of the refrigerator will take longer and your results will not be as consistent....

  Classic Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze It’s hard to beat the classic flavor combination of fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. However, this version adds another dimension by adding a rich and syrupy balsamic glaze instead of straight vinegar to top it off. This, combined with a really good quality extra virgin olive oil, is all you need to make this classic shine! Ingredients:4 large ripe tomatoes12 oz. fresh mozzarella (large...

Thai Coconut Shrimp Soup Ingredients:2 T. coconut oil1 lb. medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)Sea salt and black pepper (to taste)3 large green onions (chopped)2 medium carrots (diced)1 red bell pepper (diced)2-3 garlic cloves (minced)2 t. fresh ginger (grated)2-3 T. red curry paste1 13.5- oz. can full-fat coconut milk3 c. chicken or vegetable broth (preferably organic)3 c. baby spinach (roughly chopped)2 T. fresh lime juice¼ c. fresh cilantro...

Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse Parfaits Ingredients:1 pint heavy whipped cream¼ c. honey (preferably local, divided)1 t. real vanilla extract (divided)8 oz. cream cheese (room temperature)¾ c. natural sugar-free peanut butter (room temperature)¼ t. salt4 oz. unsweetened chocolate (chopped)1/3 c. roasted peanuts (chopped) Directions:Combine the heavy whipping cream, one tablespoon honey, and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl...

Asian Cabbage Salad with Warm Spicy Peanut Dressing Spicy Peanut Dressing Ingredients:½ c. all-natural peanut butter3 T. rice vinegar1 T. sesame oil2 t. sriracha sauceSea salt and black pepper (to taste)3 T. tamari or coconut aminos1½ T. honey (preferably local)2 T. fresh lime juice1 T. fresh ginger (finely minced)1-2 cloves garlic (finely minced)¼ c. liquid from Mandarin orangesSalad Ingredients:4 c. green cabbage (shredded)2 c. red cabbage...

One-Skillet Creamy Chicken Quinoa with Peas Ingredients:4 thick-cut slices bacon (diced small)1 lbs. boneless (skinless chicken breasts, sliced)½ t. onion powder½ t. garlic powderSea salt and black pepper (to taste)1 c. white quinoa (rinsed and drained)2 c. chicken broth (preferably organic)1½ c. frozen peas¼ c. half & half4 oz. cream cheese (cut into chunks)½ c. Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)½ c. fresh parsley (chopped)...