Pasta gets a bad wrap from so many people, but it can still be a healthy choice! This pasta has plenty of protein and stays calorie conscious without sacrificing flavor. And in case you’re wondering, you don’t need to use fancy protein pasta or sneak in cottage cheese. Ingredients —— 4 servin

You probably are used to salad dressing on your veggie salads, but have you tried salad dressing on a fruit salad? There are so many options: sweet, zesty, creamy. If you have a go-to fruit salad dressing, let me know below! I’ve been obsessed with this honey lime combo, and it’s great on all

Fruit salad is the perfect summer treat and these jars are going to be your go-to! I already made a post with a different fruit combo, but this tropical twist might top it. They are fresh, sweet, and the perfect amount of tart. Ingredients —— makes 4 jars 4 tbsp honey 20 oz can Dole pine

I made sheet pan tacos this week (also on my Lemon8 page!) and this was the perfect side dish to pair them with. Ingredients —— 12 oz corn kernels (I used a frozen bag) 2 tbsp miracle whip 2 tbsp nonfat Greek yogurt 1 crushed garlic clove 1 lime, zested and juiced 1/4 tsp chili powder 1 t

Your post workout snack or breakfast doesn’t have to be complicated! With three ingredients, you can get a well balanced bowl that’s perfect for muscle recovery. Cottage cheese or yogurt - high quality, complete protein Banana - carbs and electrolytes Granola - carbs plus more protein if yo

Taco night is a staple around here and this is an easy way to do it. And it’s basically no mess, all the taco filling stays in! Ingredients —— 8 tacos 8 fajita size tortillas (I used Mission Carb Balance) 1 lb lean ground beef 1 packet of Old El Paso taco seasoning 1/4 yellow onion, diced (a

I meal prepped Greek bowls with rice and chicken for this week and zucchini fritters are the perfect finishing touch! I found the original recipe on Love and Lemons, written by Jeanine Donofrio and Phoebe Moore. I made a few modifications that word for me, but if you want to see their original r

The protein in this might be too much 😂 but if you’re looking to hit your macros this wrap is definitely a delicious way to do it! It’s not too hard to make and it’s a total crowd pleaser. Ingredients —— 2 wraps 15 oz chicken breast 1 packet Hidden Valley seasoning mix 2 whole wheat burrit

Fruit salad is the perfect summer treat and these jars are going to be your favorite! I saw these on Instagram and I’m so glad I gave them a try because I’m already obsessed. They are fresh, sweet, and the perfect amount of tart. Ingredients —— per jar 1 tbsp honey 1/2 lime, juiced 2 oz

On our trip to Salt Lake City, my husband and I stopped by Seven Brothers Burgers a burger place with Hawaiian-inspired burgers. Their Sterling’s Teriyaki burger inspired these sliders! Ingredients —— 9 sliders 9 pack of King’s Hawaiian slider rolls 1 lbs lean ground beef 9 slices of provo

Better gut health doesn’t have to be expensive! You can support healthy digestion with simple food, like this warm and delicious yogurt bowl. Yogurt = probiotics Apples + Oats = prebiotic fiber I’ve been enjoying this breakfast all week!! Ingredients —— 1 apple, cubed 1/4 tsp cinnamo

At home burrito bowls are where it’s at! If all your money is going to Chipotle, the first step is perfecting your own cilantro lime rice. I found this recipe from the food blog Downshiftology, Lisa Bryan. This is her Chipotle copycat, but I’ll be the first to say it’s better. Ingredients ——

I typically have a granola bar in the mornings to give my body an energy boost for my workout. I made a new flavor for this week, coconut cranberry, and I’m so excited to enjoy them! They have plenty of carbs for fuel and a bit of protein and fat to keep me satisfied until I eat breakfast aft

I don’t remember what got me into this, but dipping pretzels into cream cheese is one of my favorite snacks. It’s creamy and salty and it just works! I usually use mini twist pretzels, these are Target brand, Good & Gather, plus Philadelphia cream cheese spread. I haven’t tried other c

If you’ve only had the packet version of beef stroganoff, you have to try and make it from scratch! This Dutch oven beef stroganoff is perfect, slow cooked goodness. It’s so creamy and flavorful. I found the recipe on the food blog Dutch Oven Daddy by Ned Adams. He has a bunch of cast iron an

Have y’all heard of cowboy butter? It’s a zesty butter with garlic, herbs, and spices and it’s definitely worth a try! It really shines on these steak sliders, paired with provolone and caramelized onion on Hawaiian rolls. Let’s make them! Ingredients —— 9 sliders For the butter —— 4

I wanted something fresh and simple to pair with my lunches this week and decided on a traditional Greek salad. It’s a staple dish for a reason, just a few ingredients and packed with flavor. Ingredients —— 5 servings 10 oz cherry tomatoes, halved 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced 1 green bel

I love challenging myself with new baking techniques and today I took on a classic confection, the petit four. Let me know if you’ve made these! I chose lemon to be the primary flavor, as it’s one of my favorites. This was quite the challenge and I combined recipes from a few different places

I feel like Mother’s Day brunch calls for something classic and home baked with love. These strawberry muffins absolutely fit the occasion. They also have fresh fruit and no added sugar, so they are a balanced treat you can feel good about sharing. What are you making for your mom? Ingredi