This Avocado and Strawberry Salsa is delicious served with chips or on top of grilled chicken or fish. It’s healthy, vegan, and low in sugar. Make it in under 10 minutes. In an effort to clean out my fridge this weekend, I created this delicious Avocado and Strawberry Salsa. Travis and I love making this…
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The Best Spicy Mango Salsa
Today is Cinco de Mayo! So what better day than today to introduce you to my incredible Spicy Mango Salsa recipe!? I don’t mean to brag, but this stuff is GOOD. Like really good. I know, because the first time I made this salsa, Travis ate it all in one sitting. He inhaled it so fast…
White Wine Spritzer with Basil and Orange
This White Wine Spritzer recipe is sponsored by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BlackBoxSummer #CollectiveBias The following content is intended for readers who are 21 or older. Anyone who knows me well knows that wine is my drink of choice. When I’m out, I usually opt for a white wine —…
Dairy-Free Gingerbread Smoothie
This Dairy-Free Gingerbread Smoothie is a festive, healthy alternative to other holiday calorie-packed beverages. Make it in just 5 minutes! The holiday season turns me into a cookie monster! Everywhere I turn there are cookies and sweet treats: our office, holiday parties, ahhh! Give me aaaaall the cookies. But seriously, I have little self control around…
Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Sweet Potatoes
I am leaving for Boston tonight and I am SO stinking excited! Thanksgiving is my family’s favorite holiday. We all look forward to this week every year. All of the out of town guests stay at my parents’ house, so it’s like a big ol’ family reunion every time. The best! Bessie is flying with us, too. It will…
Roasted Butternut Squash with Sesame and Gochujang
Hi guys! Apologies to those of you who subscribe. It seems as though the email service sent out a strange format of this blog post last night. Sorry if you clicked on the link expecting a recipe! Anyway, the tech side of things seem to be sorted out now, so let’s jump into the REAL…
Vitamin-Packed Green Smoothie
Monday night I came home from work and our apartment was HOT. I knew Travis wanted a “real” meal for dinner, but cooking was the last thing I felt like doing. I had just picked up lots of fresh produce at the grocery store, and the only thing that sounded appealing to me was a cold, fresh…
No Bake Granola Bars with Nuts and Oats
These No Bake Granola Bars with Nuts and Oats couldn’t be easier! They’re healthy, contain no added sugar, and are great for packing on the go! Where did June go!? Is it me, or did it just fly by? We were so busy all month with our trip to Chicago, friends’ events and a recent…
Honey-Mustard Green Beans with Pecans
These Honey Mustard Green Beans with Pecans pair well with everything, and they’re perfect for a weeknight because they come together in under 15 minutes! {Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free} When the weather is warm, Travis and I try to use our grill as much as possible. We don’t have air conditioning in our apartment, so if the…
Roasted Pineapple and Sweet Potatoes
This Roasted Pineapple and Sweet Potatoes side dish pairs well with grilled chicken or burgers. It only requires five ingredients and is gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan. I am not really sure what inspired me to mix sweet potatoes and pineapple together, but boy am I glad I did. When I was in college I would make a…
Avocado Toast with Strawberries
Try this Avocado Toast with Strawberries for a light breakfast or quick snack! Feel free to substitute gluten-free bread if needed. I’m not sure why it took so long for Avocado Toast to become the hot new trend. Avocados taste amazing and they’re loaded with nutrients (hello healthy fats!). I love eating avocado toast for breakfast with an egg…
Mint Chocolate Protein Smoothie
Hi guys! How is your week going so far? I have a deeeeeelicious smoothie recipe to share with you all today. In my last job, I had to wake up very early in order to squeeze in some gym time before work. Given that my time in the morning was limited, I was always searching…