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August 31, 2015September 8, 2015Marisa Donnelly

The Self-Empowerment Selfie

August 28, 2015August 28, 2015Marisa Donnelly

The Lesson I Learned From the Hole in My Sock

August 25, 2015August 26, 2015Marisa Donnelly

Once a Baller, Always a Baller

August 24, 2015August 24, 2015Marisa Donnelly

All Hail the Fruit Smoothie

August 20, 2015August 20, 2015Marisa Donnelly

“But I Just Don’t Have Timeeeeee to Work Out”

August 20, 2015August 31, 2015Marisa Donnelly

Meal Prep 101

August 18, 2015August 18, 2015Marisa Donnelly

The Value of Quiet Time

August 18, 2015August 18, 2015Marisa Donnelly

For the Pizza Lovers

August 17, 2015August 17, 2015Marisa Donnelly

Bet You Didn’t Think of This for a Snack!

August 17, 2015August 17, 2015Marisa Donnelly

The Go-To Meal: Stir-Fry

August 17, 2015August 17, 2015Marisa Donnelly

Always Choose Fresh

August 17, 2015April 11, 2016Marisa Donnelly

What You Should Really Look Like Post-Run

August 10, 2015August 10, 2015Marisa Donnelly

A No-Fail Chicken Stew-Soup

August 10, 2015August 10, 2015Marisa Donnelly

The Asian Crunch Salad

August 4, 2015April 11, 2016Marisa Donnelly

The ‘Sleep Nazi’

August 4, 2015April 11, 2016Marisa Donnelly

The Small Steps

August 3, 2015August 31, 2015Marisa Donnelly

The Trick to Eating Well All Week

August 3, 2015December 12, 2015Marisa Donnelly

Your Weekly Grocery List

July 30, 2015August 3, 2015Marisa Donnelly

Life with Flash

July 25, 2015April 11, 2016Marisa Donnelly

One Small Way to Change Your Life

July 25, 2015December 12, 2015Marisa Donnelly

A Sweet Summer Treat!

July 25, 2015July 25, 2015Marisa Donnelly

Want Something Sweet? Try Fruit!

July 25, 2015July 25, 2015Marisa Donnelly

When Natural Is Better

July 19, 2015July 20, 2015Marisa Donnelly

Savory Shrimp Salad!

July 19, 2015April 11, 2016Marisa Donnelly

Half the Battle is Fear

July 19, 2015July 19, 2015Marisa Donnelly

Sick of the Same Ole’ Salad?

July 19, 2015April 11, 2016Marisa Donnelly

Keep On Keepin’ On

July 18, 2015July 20, 2015Marisa Donnelly

Summer Shrimp Tacos [Healthy, too!]

July 18, 2015April 11, 2016Marisa Donnelly

You Are Only as Weak as You Allow Yourself to Be

July 18, 2015April 11, 2016Marisa Donnelly

“Oh my God. I can’t move!”

May 20, 2015May 20, 2015Marisa Donnelly

Nighttime Run

May 17, 2015July 17, 2015Marisa Donnelly

Morning Protein Parfait!

April 11, 2015April 11, 2016Marisa Donnelly

Dealing with Defeat

March 18, 2015May 3, 2015Marisa Donnelly

The Last First Weekend

February 17, 2015July 19, 2015Marisa Donnelly

A New [and fun!] Way to Eat Fruit!

February 12, 2015April 11, 2016Marisa Donnelly

PSA: It’s Not All About the Scale

August 7, 2014March 2, 2015Marisa Donnelly

Runner

January 20, 2014April 11, 2016Marisa Donnelly

Every Little Bit

January 15, 2014March 2, 2015Marisa Donnelly

Little Successes

January 14, 2014December 12, 2015Marisa Donnelly

The January Running Reflection

January 10, 2014April 11, 2016Marisa Donnelly

The Mirror

January 5, 2014December 12, 2015Marisa Donnelly

Face the Fear

January 5, 2014April 11, 2016Marisa Donnelly

Fluid

January 5, 2014March 2, 2015Marisa Donnelly

Strong Is the New Sexy

January 5, 2014March 2, 2015Marisa Donnelly

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Freakin' Awesome Pasta Al Forno: 2-3 chicken breasts, 1 bag frozen peas, 1 8oz container of mushrooms, 1/2 cup heavy cream/skim milk, 1 onion, 3 tbsp minced garlic, 1/2 cup Parmesan, 3 cups mozzarella, 1/2 cup white cooking wine, 1/2 cup chicken stock, 1 box noodles, 2 tbsp butter, Italian seasoning and pepper to taste.
Freakin’ Awesome Pasta Al Forno: 2-3 chicken breasts, 1 bag frozen peas, 1 8oz container of mushrooms, 1/2 cup heavy cream/skim milk, 1 onion, 3 tbsp minced garlic, 1/2 cup Parmesan, 3 cups mozzarella, 1/2 cup white cooking wine, 1/2 cup chicken stock, 1 box noodles, 2 tbsp butter, Italian seasoning and pepper to taste.
Walnut Chicken Salad: spinach, kale, 1 cooked chicken breast, 1 tsp. pepper, 1/4 cup walnuts, 1/2 cup mandarin oranges, 1/2 cup sliced grapes, 1 hard boiled egg (sliced), and vinaigrette of your choice (I like raspberry on this one! Or poppyseed!) **You can also add slices of cheese and crackers for a nice taste mix.
Walnut Chicken Salad: spinach, kale, 1 cooked chicken breast, 1 tsp. pepper, 1/4 cup walnuts, 1/2 cup mandarin oranges, 1/2 cup sliced grapes, 1 hard boiled egg (sliced), and vinaigrette of your choice (I like raspberry on this one! Or poppyseed!) **You can also add slices of cheese and crackers for a nice taste mix.
Tomato Garlic Pasta w/ Italian Sausage: 2 cups whole grain pasta, 1 cup tomato garlic pasta sauce (with tomato chunks is best!), 2 tsb garlic, 2 tbs olive oil (to cook the sausage), 2 Italian sausage links (I love the Three Cheese or Hot flavored ones! Sautee these first in oil while you make the pasta, then blend together!), 1 cup zucchini (sliced and sautéed). Add 2 tbs parmesan cheese for flavor!
Tomato Garlic Pasta w/ Italian Sausage: 2 cups whole grain pasta, 1 cup tomato garlic pasta sauce (with tomato chunks is best!), 2 tsb garlic, 2 tbs olive oil (to cook the sausage), 2 Italian sausage links (I love the Three Cheese or Hot flavored ones! Sautee these first in oil while you make the pasta, then blend together!), 1 cup zucchini (sliced and sautéed). Add 2 tbs parmesan cheese for flavor!
Crockpot Sausage and Peppers: Ingredients:1 package Italian Sausage [4-5 links. You can get Mild, Four-Cheese, or Spicy: your choice!]1 each: red, orange, yellow, and green peppers sliced thin1-2 big yellow onions, chopped1 large can diced/crushed tomatoes [and juice!]1 small can diced or crushed tomatoes with juice [eliminate this if you have overripe tomatoes - chop and use those!]4-5 tbsp minced garlic1 tbsp. Italian seasoning1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
Crockpot Sausage and Peppers: Ingredients:1 package Italian Sausage [4-5 links. You can get Mild, Four-Cheese, or Spicy: your choice!]1 each: red, orange, yellow, and green peppers sliced thin1-2 big yellow onions, chopped1 large can diced/crushed tomatoes [and juice!]1 small can diced or crushed tomatoes with juice [eliminate this if you have overripe tomatoes – chop and use those!]4-5 tbsp minced garlic1 tbsp. Italian seasoning1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
Panko Baked Honey BBQ Chicken: 3 chicken breasts, pounded and chopped 1/2 cup flour 2 eggs 3 cups Panko bread crumbs 2 cups BBQ sauce 4 tbsp honey 3 tbsp lime juice 2 tbsp minced garlic 1/4 cup brown sugar salt and pepper to taste Optional: yogurt ranch dressing for sauce!
Panko Baked Honey BBQ Chicken: 3 chicken breasts, pounded and chopped 1/2 cup flour 2 eggs 3 cups Panko bread crumbs 2 cups BBQ sauce 4 tbsp honey 3 tbsp lime juice 2 tbsp minced garlic 1/4 cup brown sugar salt and pepper to taste Optional: yogurt ranch dressing for sauce!
Veggie Power Punch Salad: lettuce, kale, spinach, cucumber slices, 1 cooked chicken breast (I love to cook mine in lemon pepper seasoning for a great taste!), 1/2 red pepper pieces, 1/2 yellow pepper pieces, 1/2 cup sliced strawberries, 1/4 cup wontons, 1 tsp. red pepper, 2 tbs. garden vegetable Feta cheese, 3 tbs. balsamic or Italian vinaigrette.
Veggie Power Punch Salad: lettuce, kale, spinach, cucumber slices, 1 cooked chicken breast (I love to cook mine in lemon pepper seasoning for a great taste!), 1/2 red pepper pieces, 1/2 yellow pepper pieces, 1/2 cup sliced strawberries, 1/4 cup wontons, 1 tsp. red pepper, 2 tbs. garden vegetable Feta cheese, 3 tbs. balsamic or Italian vinaigrette.
The Chicken Caesar Wrap: Ingredients: 1 tortilla (regular, sun-dried tomato basil, spinach herb), 1 cup breaded chicken, pre-cooked. (You can substitute this with lunch meat, leftovers, or really any type of meat!), 1 cup spinach/lettuce/cabbage, 1/2 cucumber sliced thin, 2-3 tbs. Caesar salad dressing, 2 tbs. Parmesan cheese.
The Chicken Caesar Wrap: Ingredients: 1 tortilla (regular, sun-dried tomato basil, spinach herb), 1 cup breaded chicken, pre-cooked. (You can substitute this with lunch meat, leftovers, or really any type of meat!), 1 cup spinach/lettuce/cabbage, 1/2 cucumber sliced thin, 2-3 tbs. Caesar salad dressing, 2 tbs. Parmesan cheese.
Shrimp Salad: lettuce, 1 cup coleslaw mix, 1 cup cooked shrimp (I like to season the shrimp with garlic, honey, cayenne pepper, and ground cumin), 1/2 cup green apple slices/chunks, 3 tbs low-fat plain Greek yogurt mixed with 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 1 tbs honey sprinkled on top!
Shrimp Salad: lettuce, 1 cup coleslaw mix, 1 cup cooked shrimp (I like to season the shrimp with garlic, honey, cayenne pepper, and ground cumin), 1/2 cup green apple slices/chunks, 3 tbs low-fat plain Greek yogurt mixed with 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 1 tbs honey sprinkled on top!
The Best Stir-Fry: 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 cup orange ginger stir-fry sauce, 1/4 cup mix of soy/teriaki, 4 tbsp Hoisin sauce, veggies of choice, 3 lb. chicken, 2 cups rice, sesame seeds/dry noodles for garnish.
The Best Stir-Fry: 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 cup orange ginger stir-fry sauce, 1/4 cup mix of soy/teriaki, 4 tbsp Hoisin sauce, veggies of choice, 3 lb. chicken, 2 cups rice, sesame seeds/dry noodles for garnish.
Good Ole Stir-Fry: Ingredients: 2 cups chopped green beans, 1/4 chopped onion, 3 tbsp teriyaki sauce (I use the thicker La Choy brand marinade/sauce), 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 lb. chicken breast, 1/4 cup chopped broccoli, 1 tbsp sesame seeds, 1 tbsp minced garlic, 2 cups rice
Good Ole Stir-Fry: Ingredients: 2 cups chopped green beans, 1/4 chopped onion, 3 tbsp teriyaki sauce (I use the thicker La Choy brand marinade/sauce), 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 lb. chicken breast, 1/4 cup chopped broccoli, 1 tbsp sesame seeds, 1 tbsp minced garlic, 2 cups rice
Poppyseed Chicken Salad: lettuce, spinach, 1 cooked & shredded chicken breast (you can cook however you prefer! I like to cook in the skillet with spices and slice), 1/2 orange pepper pieces, 1/2 red pepper pieces, 1 cup sliced strawberries, 1/4 cup walnuts or almond pieces, 3 tbs. poppyseed dressing!
Poppyseed Chicken Salad: lettuce, spinach, 1 cooked & shredded chicken breast (you can cook however you prefer! I like to cook in the skillet with spices and slice), 1/2 orange pepper pieces, 1/2 red pepper pieces, 1 cup sliced strawberries, 1/4 cup walnuts or almond pieces, 3 tbs. poppyseed dressing!
Summer Sweet Fruit Salad: 2-3 cups greens (lettuce, spinach, cabbage, etc.), 1 cup chopped fruit (ex: mandarin oranges, blueberries, strawberries), 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese, 2-3 tbs. poppyseed dressing.
Summer Sweet Fruit Salad: 2-3 cups greens (lettuce, spinach, cabbage, etc.), 1 cup chopped fruit (ex: mandarin oranges, blueberries, strawberries), 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese, 2-3 tbs. poppyseed dressing.
Honey Sriracha Chicken: 1 chicken breast, 4 cloves garlic, 2 green onions, 1/3 cup honey, 2 tbs soy sauce, 1 tbs sriracha, 1 tbs cornstarch, 1 tsp salt and pepper, 2 tsp sesame seeds, 1 cup panko bread crumbs. Serve with a side of whole grain rice and veggies! (I like broccoli!)
Honey Sriracha Chicken: 1 chicken breast, 4 cloves garlic, 2 green onions, 1/3 cup honey, 2 tbs soy sauce, 1 tbs sriracha, 1 tbs cornstarch, 1 tsp salt and pepper, 2 tsp sesame seeds, 1 cup panko bread crumbs. Serve with a side of whole grain rice and veggies! (I like broccoli!)
Delicious Sweet Potato Hash
Delicious Sweet Potato Hash
Easy-Peezy Fruit Pizza: low-fat sugar cookie or oatmeal cookie mix, 2 1/2 cups vanilla Greek yogurt, fruit of your choice!
Easy-Peezy Fruit Pizza: low-fat sugar cookie or oatmeal cookie mix, 2 1/2 cups vanilla Greek yogurt, fruit of your choice!
DIY Chipotle: 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 1-2 cups rice, 3 tbsp lime juice, 1 can corn, 1 can black beans, 2 cups lettuce, 2 tbsp minced garlic, 1/2 onion, 1 can red & green chiles, 1 cup shredded cheese, 1-2 chicken breasts, 2 tbsp taco seasoning, 2 tbsp sour cream, chopped parsley/cilantro, 1 pinch of red pepper flakes, 1 pinch onion powder.
DIY Chipotle: 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 1-2 cups rice, 3 tbsp lime juice, 1 can corn, 1 can black beans, 2 cups lettuce, 2 tbsp minced garlic, 1/2 onion, 1 can red & green chiles, 1 cup shredded cheese, 1-2 chicken breasts, 2 tbsp taco seasoning, 2 tbsp sour cream, chopped parsley/cilantro, 1 pinch of red pepper flakes, 1 pinch onion powder.
The Quickest, Yummiest, Garlicy-est Dinner You'll Ever Make: Ingredients:6 tbsp olive oil1-2 chicken breasts cut into small pieces1 tbsp butter2 tbsp minced garlic¼ onion, chopped (if you love onions like I do, do ½ the onion chopped)1 yellow zucchini, chopped1 small can diced tomatoes (or 2 medium-sized tomatoes, chopped)1 tsp oregano/Italian seasoning3 tbsp parmesan cheese (optional)
The Quickest, Yummiest, Garlicy-est Dinner You’ll Ever Make: Ingredients:6 tbsp olive oil1-2 chicken breasts cut into small pieces1 tbsp butter2 tbsp minced garlic¼ onion, chopped (if you love onions like I do, do ½ the onion chopped)1 yellow zucchini, chopped1 small can diced tomatoes (or 2 medium-sized tomatoes, chopped)1 tsp oregano/Italian seasoning3 tbsp parmesan cheese (optional)
Scrambled Egg Mix: 1-2 eggs (scrambled), 1/2 cup Mexican cheese or 1 slice provolone cheese, 1/2 cup spinach, 1/4 cup chopped onion, 2 tbs pesto sauce. Eat hot!
Scrambled Egg Mix: 1-2 eggs (scrambled), 1/2 cup Mexican cheese or 1 slice provolone cheese, 1/2 cup spinach, 1/4 cup chopped onion, 2 tbs pesto sauce. Eat hot!
Protein-Packed Salad: – 3 cups lettuce/spinach (any greens) – 1/4 cup shaved carrots – 2 hard boiled eggs, peeled and sliced thin – 1 chicken breast, cooked (mine was marinated in soy and oil! yum!) – 1/4 cucumber, sliced thin – salt and pepper to taste – 2 tbsp. ginger dressing
Protein-Packed Salad: – 3 cups lettuce/spinach (any greens) – 1/4 cup shaved carrots – 2 hard boiled eggs, peeled and sliced thin – 1 chicken breast, cooked (mine was marinated in soy and oil! yum!) – 1/4 cucumber, sliced thin – salt and pepper to taste – 2 tbsp. ginger dressing
Pesto, Egg & Cheese Bagel: Ingredients: 2 eggs, 1 everything bagel, 3 tbsp pesto sauce, 1/4 cheese. Optional: 1/4 cup chopped onions, green peppers, 1 cup spinach.
Pesto, Egg & Cheese Bagel: Ingredients: 2 eggs, 1 everything bagel, 3 tbsp pesto sauce, 1/4 cheese. Optional: 1/4 cup chopped onions, green peppers, 1 cup spinach.
Morning Protein Parfait: 1-2 cups vanilla Greek yogurt, 1-2 cups fruit of your choice, 1/4 cup Protein granola
Morning Protein Parfait: 1-2 cups vanilla Greek yogurt, 1-2 cups fruit of your choice, 1/4 cup Protein granola
Bacon & Egg Spinach Salad: spinach, lettuce, 1-2 hard boiled eggs (sliced with salt & pepper for flavor), 2 slices bacon (cooked & crispy! or bacon bits if you prefer those and want less work), 1/2 cup apple slices/chunks, 1/4 cup wontons, 1/4 cup sliced green pepper, 1 tsp pepper for taste, 3 tbs Spinach Salad Dressing (Marzetti is a great brand!)
Bacon & Egg Spinach Salad: spinach, lettuce, 1-2 hard boiled eggs (sliced with salt & pepper for flavor), 2 slices bacon (cooked & crispy! or bacon bits if you prefer those and want less work), 1/2 cup apple slices/chunks, 1/4 cup wontons, 1/4 cup sliced green pepper, 1 tsp pepper for taste, 3 tbs Spinach Salad Dressing (Marzetti is a great brand!)
Healthy Pizza: Ingredients:- 1 pizza crust [My favorite brand is Mama Mary’s, Thin & Crispy]- 4 tbsp pesto sauce- 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese- ½ cup chopped green pepper- ¼ cup chopped onion- 1 tbsp minced garlic- ¼ cup chopped tomato- 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast - 2 tbsp olive oilFor the chicken:- 2 tbsp olive oil - ¼ cup flour - 3 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
Healthy Pizza: Ingredients:- 1 pizza crust [My favorite brand is Mama Mary’s, Thin & Crispy]- 4 tbsp pesto sauce- 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese- ½ cup chopped green pepper- ¼ cup chopped onion- 1 tbsp minced garlic- ¼ cup chopped tomato- 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast – 2 tbsp olive oilFor the chicken:- 2 tbsp olive oil – ¼ cup flour – 3 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
Caprese Salad: 1-2 tomatoes (sliced thin), 1 cup basil leaves, 1/2 block Mozzarella cheese (sliced thin). Assemble and pour balsamic vinaigrette on top!
Caprese Salad: 1-2 tomatoes (sliced thin), 1 cup basil leaves, 1/2 block Mozzarella cheese (sliced thin). Assemble and pour balsamic vinaigrette on top!
Panera Copy-Cat Broccoli Cheddar Soup: 1 big stalk of broccoli (I opted for fresh over frozen which added more crisp–yum!) 1 onion (chopped small) 3 cups water 3 tbsp beef bullion 5 tbsp butter (1 tbsp for initial cooking, the rest for later) 1/4 cup flour 1 1/2 fat free half & half (use fat free to make this a little healthier!) 2 cups cheddar cheese salt & pepper to taste 1 large skillet, 1 small pan, 1 small pot
Panera Copy-Cat Broccoli Cheddar Soup: 1 big stalk of broccoli (I opted for fresh over frozen which added more crisp–yum!) 1 onion (chopped small) 3 cups water 3 tbsp beef bullion 5 tbsp butter (1 tbsp for initial cooking, the rest for later) 1/4 cup flour 1 1/2 fat free half & half (use fat free to make this a little healthier!) 2 cups cheddar cheese salt & pepper to taste 1 large skillet, 1 small pan, 1 small pot
6 Ingredient Crockpot Tortellini Soup: 1 bag tortellini, 1 can diced tomatoes, 1 bag spinach, 2 cans chicken broth, 1 lb. meat of choice, 1 8oz container of cream cheese!
6 Ingredient Crockpot Tortellini Soup: 1 bag tortellini, 1 can diced tomatoes, 1 bag spinach, 2 cans chicken broth, 1 lb. meat of choice, 1 8oz container of cream cheese!
Presto Pesto Pizza: 1 whole grain pizza crust, 3 tbs pesto sauce, 1-2 cooked chicken breasts (thinly sliced), 1 tomato (sliced/chopped thin), 1 cup sliced green peppers, 3 tbs garden vegetable Feta cheese, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup chopped onion, 2 tbs pesto sauce to cover. Cook on 350 for 10-15 minutes (check often!)
Presto Pesto Pizza: 1 whole grain pizza crust, 3 tbs pesto sauce, 1-2 cooked chicken breasts (thinly sliced), 1 tomato (sliced/chopped thin), 1 cup sliced green peppers, 3 tbs garden vegetable Feta cheese, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup chopped onion, 2 tbs pesto sauce to cover. Cook on 350 for 10-15 minutes (check often!)
Traditional, But Yummy Chicken Dish: 1 chicken breast (sautéed in 1 tbs vegetable oil and seasoned with lemon pepper), 1 cup risotto rice, 2 cups asparagus (sautéed in 1 tbs vegetable oil and seasoned with garlic salt). Add 1/2 cup sautéed mushrooms for flavor!
Traditional, But Yummy Chicken Dish: 1 chicken breast (sautéed in 1 tbs vegetable oil and seasoned with lemon pepper), 1 cup risotto rice, 2 cups asparagus (sautéed in 1 tbs vegetable oil and seasoned with garlic salt). Add 1/2 cup sautéed mushrooms for flavor!
Big Bagel Sammich: 1 everything bagel (toasted), meat of your choice (I like peppered turkey, garlic herb chicken, or ham best!), lettuce, tomato (sliced), 1 slice provolone cheese, dressing/sauce of your choice! (Some of my favorite sauces to add are pesto, Dijon mustard, or a balsamic spread!)
Big Bagel Sammich: 1 everything bagel (toasted), meat of your choice (I like peppered turkey, garlic herb chicken, or ham best!), lettuce, tomato (sliced), 1 slice provolone cheese, dressing/sauce of your choice! (Some of my favorite sauces to add are pesto, Dijon mustard, or a balsamic spread!)
Fruity Life: 2 1/2 cups cinnamon Life cereal, 1-2 cups skim/1% milk, 1 cup blueberries or fruit of your choice.
Fruity Life: 2 1/2 cups cinnamon Life cereal, 1-2 cups skim/1% milk, 1 cup blueberries or fruit of your choice.
Chicken Veggie Soup: 1-2 cans/bags of frozen corn 2 raw potatoes, chopped into small chunks 1 can red kidney beans 2 cups chicken broth 3 tbsp. beef bullion 1 bag frozen peas 1/2 bag frozen green beans 1-2 (depends on how many you’re feeding) frozen chicken breasts 1/2 can tomato sauce with tomato chunks To taste: garlic salt, Italian seasoning, Montreal Steak Spicy Seasoning
Chicken Veggie Soup: 1-2 cans/bags of frozen corn 2 raw potatoes, chopped into small chunks 1 can red kidney beans 2 cups chicken broth 3 tbsp. beef bullion 1 bag frozen peas 1/2 bag frozen green beans 1-2 (depends on how many you’re feeding) frozen chicken breasts 1/2 can tomato sauce with tomato chunks To taste: garlic salt, Italian seasoning, Montreal Steak Spicy Seasoning
No-Fail Chicken Stew Soup: Ingredients: 1 pound chicken breasts1-2 potatoes, chopped thin (I left the skin on for texture!)1/2 onion, chopped thin6 cups chicken broth4 tbs. minced garlic)3 large carrots chopped (or in my case, an entire bag of baby carrots, chopped!)1-2 cups broccoli florets chopped (or little pieces are ok, too!)1 cup frozen peas (I love my veggies!)1 15 oz. can sweet corn, drained (you can also use frozen corn, too!)1/4 -1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper (this really does spice it up, so be careful! I added a about 1 tsp. and it had a good kick!)1 packet Hidden Valley Ranch dressing/seasoning mix1 cup flour4 oz. cream cheese, softened2 cups milk or half and half (I use skim!)1-2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated (I liked sprinkling this on top)
No-Fail Chicken Stew Soup: Ingredients: 1 pound chicken breasts1-2 potatoes, chopped thin (I left the skin on for texture!)1/2 onion, chopped thin6 cups chicken broth4 tbs. minced garlic)3 large carrots chopped (or in my case, an entire bag of baby carrots, chopped!)1-2 cups broccoli florets chopped (or little pieces are ok, too!)1 cup frozen peas (I love my veggies!)1 15 oz. can sweet corn, drained (you can also use frozen corn, too!)1/4 -1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper (this really does spice it up, so be careful! I added a about 1 tsp. and it had a good kick!)1 packet Hidden Valley Ranch dressing/seasoning mix1 cup flour4 oz. cream cheese, softened2 cups milk or half and half (I use skim!)1-2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated (I liked sprinkling this on top)
Meal on a Stick: 1 8oz steak or 1 chicken breast, 1 cup zucchini, 1tomato, 1/2 cup onion (all seasoned with Teriyaki sauce and grilled for best results!) Add a side of whole grain rice to go with!
Meal on a Stick: 1 8oz steak or 1 chicken breast, 1 cup zucchini, 1tomato, 1/2 cup onion (all seasoned with Teriyaki sauce and grilled for best results!) Add a side of whole grain rice to go with!
Stuffed Peppers: 1 lb meat of choice, 4 peppers, 1 bag frozen corn, 1/2 chopped onion, 1 can diced tomatoes, 3 tbsp minced garlic, assorted spices: oregano, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt and pepper; 1 can beans, 2 cups brown rice, 1 1/2 cans of tomato sauce, 2 cups mozzarella.
Stuffed Peppers: 1 lb meat of choice, 4 peppers, 1 bag frozen corn, 1/2 chopped onion, 1 can diced tomatoes, 3 tbsp minced garlic, assorted spices: oregano, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt and pepper; 1 can beans, 2 cups brown rice, 1 1/2 cans of tomato sauce, 2 cups mozzarella.
Pepperoni Pizza Biscuits! Ingredients: 1 pkg crescent rolls, 4 tbsp marinara sauce, 1/4 cup chopped onions and green peppers, 20 slices pepperoni, 2 tbsp melted butter and 1/2 tbsp Italian seasoning and garlic salt for the top.
Pepperoni Pizza Biscuits! Ingredients: 1 pkg crescent rolls, 4 tbsp marinara sauce, 1/4 cup chopped onions and green peppers, 20 slices pepperoni, 2 tbsp melted butter and 1/2 tbsp Italian seasoning and garlic salt for the top.
Asian Crunch Salad: Ingredients: 2-3 cups lettuce/spinach/greens, 1/4 chopped cucumber, 1-2 shredded carrots, 1/4 cup dry and crushed Ramen noodles, 2-3 tbsp Sesame Ginger salad dressing, chopped green peppers and sesame seeds for taste.
Asian Crunch Salad: Ingredients: 2-3 cups lettuce/spinach/greens, 1/4 chopped cucumber, 1-2 shredded carrots, 1/4 cup dry and crushed Ramen noodles, 2-3 tbsp Sesame Ginger salad dressing, chopped green peppers and sesame seeds for taste.
Tomato Tortellini: 2 cups tortellini, 1 cup mini tomatoes (chopped), 1/4 cup garlic and herb Feta cheese, 1/2 cup tomato garlic pesto sauce.
Tomato Tortellini: 2 cups tortellini, 1 cup mini tomatoes (chopped), 1/4 cup garlic and herb Feta cheese, 1/2 cup tomato garlic pesto sauce.
Sweet Summer Popsicles: 2 bananas (I love to use frozen ones for an even colder, fresher taste!), 1 cup milk (I like skim the best!), 1 cup vanilla yogurt (you can use Greek yogurt if you'd like), 1 tbs. honey, 1/4 cup pineapple chunks (frozen, if you'd like), 1/4 cup orange juice. Blend together then pour into plastic popsicle containers! Freeze and enjoy whenever!
Sweet Summer Popsicles: 2 bananas (I love to use frozen ones for an even colder, fresher taste!), 1 cup milk (I like skim the best!), 1 cup vanilla yogurt (you can use Greek yogurt if you’d like), 1 tbs. honey, 1/4 cup pineapple chunks (frozen, if you’d like), 1/4 cup orange juice. Blend together then pour into plastic popsicle containers! Freeze and enjoy whenever!
Your Own Subway Tuna Sandwich: 1-2 cans of tuna (in water! that’s the best kind!) tortillas or buns (I opted for buns this time because they were on sale, but a low-carb option is tortillas or even lettuce for a lettuce wrap!) 3 tbsp. avocado cilantro yogurt dressing lettuce tomato slices cucumber slices 2 tbsp balsamic vinaigrette
Your Own Subway Tuna Sandwich: 1-2 cans of tuna (in water! that’s the best kind!) tortillas or buns (I opted for buns this time because they were on sale, but a low-carb option is tortillas or even lettuce for a lettuce wrap!) 3 tbsp. avocado cilantro yogurt dressing lettuce tomato slices cucumber slices 2 tbsp balsamic vinaigrette
Ahi Tuna Salad: lettuce, spinach, seared tuna (you can substitute seared salmon as well!), 1 hard boiled egg, pineapple slices, mango slices, dressing of your choice!
Ahi Tuna Salad: lettuce, spinach, seared tuna (you can substitute seared salmon as well!), 1 hard boiled egg, pineapple slices, mango slices, dressing of your choice!
Black Bean Burger Salad: 1-2 veggie burgers chopped, 2-3 cups spinach/lettuce/cabbage, 2 tbsp dressing of choice, any veggie toppings of choice. Tip: Use Cilantro Avocado Ranch yogurt dressing!
Black Bean Burger Salad: 1-2 veggie burgers chopped, 2-3 cups spinach/lettuce/cabbage, 2 tbsp dressing of choice, any veggie toppings of choice. Tip: Use Cilantro Avocado Ranch yogurt dressing!
The 4-Ingredient Smoothie: 1/2 cup milk, 1 cup vanilla yogurt, 3 bananas (frozen), & 2 tsb. honey.
The 4-Ingredient Smoothie: 1/2 cup milk, 1 cup vanilla yogurt, 3 bananas (frozen), & 2 tsb. honey.
Easiest, Garlicy-est Pasta Ever: 6 tbsp olive oil1-2 chicken breasts cut into small pieces1 tbsp butter2 tbsp minced garlic¼ onion, chopped (if you love onions like I do, do ½ the onion chopped)1 yellow zucchini, chopped1 small can diced tomatoes (or 2 medium-sized tomatoes, chopped)1 tsp oregano/Italian seasoning3 tbsp parmesan cheese (optional)
Easiest, Garlicy-est Pasta Ever: 6 tbsp olive oil1-2 chicken breasts cut into small pieces1 tbsp butter2 tbsp minced garlic¼ onion, chopped (if you love onions like I do, do ½ the onion chopped)1 yellow zucchini, chopped1 small can diced tomatoes (or 2 medium-sized tomatoes, chopped)1 tsp oregano/Italian seasoning3 tbsp parmesan cheese (optional)

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Balance. I just want to speak to the importance of balance for a moment. For the last few months have been experimenting with more low-carb options and I found that it really helps my body, and most of that is because I've always lived a very high carb life as an athlete and Italian. But this 'diet' or lifestyle is not for everyone, and might not be healthy! I think the most important thing is to find out what works for your body and to enjoy the foods you love in moderation, while supporting yourself with a healthy mindset and physical exercise. 💪 Eating habits are nothing to feel shame or to shame others about. Everyone is different and you don't need to follow the trends or 'fit in' to be healthy. Enjoying some mini bread slices with my eggs/pesto/spinach/hummus blend! . . #doyou #fuelyourbody #eatsmart #everyBODYisdifferent #loveyourbody #healthyfood #healthy #healthygram #healthylifestyle #instagood #instadaily #instafood #yum #eatingwell #eatinghealthy #girlswholift #healthygirl #fitchick #fitness #fitnessmotivation #nutrition #nutritionlife #nutritiouslife #health #wellness #healthyeating #foodporn #nutrition
Before and after of one of my FAVORITE no-carb/gluten free dishes: Brussel Sprout Balsamic Spaghetti Squash 🌱 Ingredients: - 3 cups chopped brussel sprouts - 2 cups sundried tomatoes - 1 spaghetti squash - 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar (mixed with oil & herbs to taste) - 1/4 chopped onion - 1 cup chopped broccoli - garlic & garlic salt to taste - optional: ground Turkey (Italian style spice blend) - avocado oil (to saute) - 1 tsp pesto Seriously the easiest, best combo of flavor, without all the high-carb guilt! ____ #brusselsprouts #balsamic #spaghettisquash #brusselsprouthash #yum #healthyfood #healthy #healthygram #healthylifestyle #instagood #instadaily #instafood #yum #eatingwell #eatinghealthy #girlswholift #healthygirl #fitchick #fitness #fitnessmotivation #nutrition #nutritionlife #nutritiouslife #health #wellness #healthyeating #foodporn #nutrition
Delicious DIY Sweet Potato Hash 😍 (for the full recipe click my bio link!) . . Ingredients: 2 sweet potatoes (baked and chopped 3 cups spinach 2 cups broccoli 1/2 onion, chopped 1-2lbs chorizo/ground turkey/sausage/beef/tofu (your choice!) 1/2 cup salsa/diced tomatoes (I used mango salsa!) 2 tbsp butter splash: chicken broth, heavy cream seasonings (to taste): garlic salt, seasoning salt, onion powder . . #hash #sweetpotato #sweetpotatohash #breakfast #breakfasthash #healthyfood #healthy #healthygram #healthylifestyle #instagood #instadaily #instafood # #yum #eatingwell #eatinghealthy #girlswholift #healthygirl #fitchick #fitness #fitnessmotivation #nutrition #nutritionlife #nutritiouslife #health #wellness #healthyeating
A little greens each day keeps the doctor away 🥑👌 . . Ingredients: 1 banana, 1/2 avocado, 1 scoop vanilla whey protein, 1.5 cups vanilla almond milk, 1 frozen chopped kiwi, blended until smooth! . #greens #smoothie #greensmoothie #avocadosmoothie #avocado #healthyfood #healthy #healthygram #healthylifestyle #instagood #instadaily #instafood # #yum #eatingwell #eatinghealthy #girlswholift #healthygirl #fitchick #fitness #fitnessmotivation #nutrition #nutritionlife #nutritiouslife #health #wellness #healthyeating
A little afternoon hash - ground turkey, spinach, potatoes, pepper, avocado, egg & garlic seasonings. 🥑 . . . #avocado #potatohash #breakfasthash #breakfast #glutenfree #nutrition #nutritionlife #nutritiouslife #health #wellness #healthyeating #healthyfood #healthy #healthygram #healthylifestyle #instagood #instadaily #instafood # #yum #eatingwell #eatinghealthy #girlswholift #healthygirl #fitchick #fitness #fitnessmotivation
One of my absolute #vegan favorites - mock tuna wrap! Ingredients: Collard, sunflower seeds, celery, bell pepper, onion, dill, parsley, lemon, tahini, garlic, sea salt and black pepper. Raw. Vegan. Gluten free. Yummy. (From @peacepiesraw 🌱) . . #vegan #vegangoodies #glutenfree #glutenfreegoodies #peacepies #nutrition #nutritionlife #nutritiouslife #health #wellness #healthyeating #healthyfood #healthy #healthygram #healthylifestyle #instagood #instadaily #instafood #foodporn #yum #eatingwell #eatinghealthy #girlswholift #healthygirl #fitchick #fitness #fitnessmotivation
Last night's #mealprep was a success! Made three different dishes, and enough to last me almost two weeks! 1. Spaghetti squash with mild Italian sausage, mixed with brussel sprouts, broccoli, balsamic vinaigrette, garlic, and diced tomatoes. (Not pictured) 2. Spinach tortellini with fresh green beans, spicy Italian sausage, brussel sprouts, olive oil, pesto, garlic and seasoning. 3. Tomato/ricotta/basil ravioli with spicy tomato basil sauce, broccoli, brussel sprouts, garlic, diced chopped tomatoes and garlic. The best solution for someone who's always on the go (aka me) but also wants to eat healthy! Tip: make everything and store in glass dishes - easy transfer from fridge to oven/microwave without worrying about BPA or any plastic issues! ____ #mealprep #makeaheadmeals #nutrition #nutritionlife #nutritiouslife #health #wellness #healthyeating #healthyfood #healthy #healthygram #healthylifestyle #instagood #instadaily #instafood #foodporn #yum #eatingwell #eatinghealthy #girlswholift #healthygirl #fitchick #fitness #fitnessmotivation #preparation
Three months ago, I was feeling really off. I had switched from one birth control pill to a different dosage (one with less estrogen) but I felt highly emotional, hormonal, and not myself. So I made the decision to stop completely. Stop taking birth control pills, stop messing with my hormones, stop changing the natural balance of my body. And to be honest, it's one of the best decisions I've ever made. Not only do I feel more energetic, driven and all around happier, but I feel more balanced - no more mid-cycle craziness, huge mood swings or mini bouts of depression. I now can read my body, know how I'm feeling and tell when I'm at a different point of my cycle. One of the best supplements I've used in my transition is chaste tree/chaste berry. This berry helps tremendously in regulating hormone levels and creating balance. I'd 1000% recommend.
Every day you're just getting stronger. Remember that. 💪 . . #strength #healthyeating #healthyfood #healthy #healthygram #healthylifestyle #instagood #instadaily #instafood #foodporn #yum #eatingwell #eatinghealthy #girlswholift #healthygirl #fitchick #fitness #fitnessmotivation
An avocado a day makes the trouble go away. (Or something like that.) 🥑😅
Ugh. I'm such a Mexican food person (especially living in Southern California, where it's literally EVERYWHERE). But the problem with Mexican food is that it can sometimes be suuppper fattening - all those yummy spices, cheese, and ooey goodness.⠀ ⠀ BUT there's always an alternative, from subbing tortillas for lettuce wraps, white rice for whole grain, butter/lard for avocado oil - the list goes on!⠀ ⠀ A few of my favorite alternatives is to opt for a salad/bowl instead of a burrito (like this!), getting ground turkey instead of red meat, or if possible, making the whole mixture myself!⠀ ⠀ Here's a burrito bowl with ground turkey, cheese, tomatoes/pico, lettuce, black beans, and optional avocado dressing!⠀ ⠀ _____⠀ #healthyalternatives #eatsmart #groundturkey #healthyeating #healthylifestyle #mexicanfood #healthymexican #burritobowl #yum #eatsmart #snacksmart #glutenfree #glutenfreerecipes #ketorecipes #eatingwell #healthygram
My first experience making a cheesy spaghetti squash dish! I'm so excited. Twice baked mac & cheese: - 1 squash - 2 cups milk - 2 tsp almond flour - 4 cups cheese - panko breadcrumbs - 4 tsb butter - chopped onion - 1 tsp mustard powder . . ___ #lowcarb #lowcarbmacandcheese #macandcheese #keto #ketorecipes #healthy #healthyeating #pasta #spaghettisquash #spaghettisquashrecipes #yum #glutenfree #glutenfreerecipes
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