Crepes, Courtesy of The New Baguette

10 Chickpea Flour Recipes Perfect for Gluten-Free Dishes

By Nikole Stewart / May 3, 2024 / Comments Off on 10 Chickpea Flour Recipes Perfect for Gluten-Free Dishes

Chickpea flour is a popular gluten-free alternative to wheat flour and it’s easy to see why: it’s high in protein and fiber, and it’s budget-friendly. Compared to other grain- and gluten-free flours like almond and cassava, chickpea flour is far less expensive; it costs $3 per 16-ounce bag on average (by contrast, almond flour is…

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quinoa salad, Courtesy of Our Nourishing Table

10 Delicious Arugula Recipes for a Peppery Bite

By Nikole Stewart / April 26, 2024 / Comments Off on 10 Delicious Arugula Recipes for a Peppery Bite

Arugula dresses up any meal with its unique, peppery flavor. This leafy green is rich in fiber and antioxidants — similar to spinach and mustard greens. Delicious raw or cooked, arugula offers depth to a variety of meals. While often used as a salad base, it can also work with hearty meals like pasta or…

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Dahl Lentil, Courtesy of Bianca Zapatka

6 Red Lentil Recipes Full of Flavor and Fiber

By Nikole Stewart / April 24, 2024 / Comments Off on 6 Red Lentil Recipes Full of Flavor and Fiber

Lentils are well-loved as a plant-based protein source, and no wonder: They’re easy, versatile, and incredibly affordable. Red lentils are part of the legume family, like beans, and they’re an excellent source of fiber, which most of us need more of. Plus, red lentils cook quickly without the need for soaking, so you can have…

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Chili Lime Noodles, Courtesy of Nicky's Kitchen Sanctuary

9 Salmon Pasta Recipes Without Heavy Cream

By Nikole Stewart / April 19, 2024 / Comments Off on 9 Salmon Pasta Recipes Without Heavy Cream

Salmon is the perfect addition to your weeknight pasta for its flaky, buttery consistency. It’s also a great source of protein, vitamin D, and omega-3s — and pairs with pretty much any flavor profile.  When you think of salmon pasta, you’re probably used to a creamy sauce, which is a common way to serve it.…

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Steak Salad Recipes, Southwest, Courtesy of Garlic & Zest

10 Grilled Steak Salad Recipes for Every Palate

By Nikole Stewart / March 29, 2024 / Comments Off on 10 Grilled Steak Salad Recipes for Every Palate

One of the biggest food myths is that salads are bland just because they’re healthy. With the right toppings, a tasty dressing, and a little creativity, salads can make for an exciting dinner, satisfying and full of different flavors, textures, and colors. If you need inspiration the next time you’re looking for a hearty salad,…

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Healthy Shrimp Recipes, Garlic Butter and Coconut Milk, Courtesy of Half Baked Harvest

10 Healthy Shrimp Recipes to Try This Week

By Nikole Stewart / March 16, 2024 / Comments Off on 10 Healthy Shrimp Recipes to Try This Week

Shrimp is one of our weeknight dinner heroes: It’s a good source of protein, it’s widely available, it cooks in minutes, and it’s so versatile. So many recipes call for breading and frying it, or loading it with a heavy sauce, but there are so many other approaches to cooking shrimp. And you don’t need to…

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Unique Hummus Recipes, Sweet Spicy Curry Hummus, Courtesy of Ambitious Kitchen

10 Unique Hummus Recipes That Are Far from Basic

By Nikole Stewart / March 15, 2024 / Comments Off on 10 Unique Hummus Recipes That Are Far from Basic

Even our favorite go-to snacks, like hummus, can get a little boring when we have them the same way day after day. Sometimes we just want something with a little more pizzazz. Luckily, hummus is a bit of a blank slate, so changing things up just a little can make all the difference. These unique recipes bring…

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High-Protein Lunch Ideas, Sesame Chicken Meatball Bowls, Courtesy of Ambitious Kitchen

13 Flavorful High-Protein Lunch Ideas

By Nikole Stewart / March 8, 2024 / Comments Off on 13 Flavorful High-Protein Lunch Ideas

When you think about lunch at work or on the go, you probably choose the quickest and easiest option. But with a little planning and meal prep, you can make lunches that will help you stick to your daily protein-intake goals — and we don’t just mean plain chicken salads.  Here are our favorite, flavorful…

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Cottage Cheese Recipes, Roasted Garlic, Courtesy of Running to the Kitchen

15 Mouth-Watering Cottage Cheese Recipes Everyone Will Love

By Nikole Stewart / March 6, 2024 / Comments Off on 15 Mouth-Watering Cottage Cheese Recipes Everyone Will Love

Cottage cheese wasn’t always a popular kitchen staple. You probably saw it in your grandma’s refrigerator and opted for Greek yogurt instead. Thanks to trendy and versatile TikTok recipes, cottage cheese is having a huge moment, thanks to its high-protein, low-calorie “cool” factor.  Along with enjoying cottage cheese as is, you can use it as…

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finished ramekins of blended baked oats with cinnamon on top

8 Viral TikTok Recipes We’ve Tried and Vetted

By Nikole Stewart / February 16, 2024 / Comments Off on 8 Viral TikTok Recipes We’ve Tried and Vetted

If you love food and you’re active on TikTok, no doubt your “For You” page is loaded with recipes. With so many food trends originating on TikTok, it can be challenging to know which ones to try, and whether or not they really work.  We took that step for you: We’ve tried and vetted some…

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