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Turkey Burger with Kale Chips Lunch Recipe

May 12, 2011

Last night, I got a craving for a burger while reading my June issue of Real Simple.  Specifically I wanted a burger with avocado!  Luckily, I had ground turkey in my fridge and an avocado for a perfect lunch combination. I toasted 1 slice of Ezekiel bread and topped it with avocado and sliced grape [...]

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Affordable, Heart Healthy Tuna Recipes

May 10, 2011

Tuna is a staple in my household.  In the freezer or in a can, it is an affordable and healthy protein to have on hand.  Whether it is for dinner or lunch, here are two of my favorite recipes. Tuna Steaks with Fresh Avocado Summer Salsa Last night for dinner, I made tuna steaks topped [...]

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How To Find The Perfect Recipe Online

April 22, 2011

Do ever find yourself scouring over the internet looking for the perfect recipe?  Maybe you’re looking for vegan meals for earth day, a quick brown bag lunch idea, or a recipe to use up your produce that may go bad, but if you are like me, this process usually is overwhelming.  With so many recipes on [...]

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Sesame Ginger Maple Tofu Vegetarian Recipe

March 21, 2011

I have a new blog obsession.  Averie from Love Veggies and Yoga has some amazing vegetarian and vegan recipes that are worth checking out if you’re into creative unique healthy recipes.  While my favorite TV trainer Jillian Micheals is not into soy, she does suggest that if you are going to have it, choose fermented [...]

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My favorite tuna melt recipe for lunch made with a wrap from Joseph’s Bakery. Click here fo

March 1, 2011

My favorite tuna melt recipe for lunch made with a wrap from Joseph’s Bakery. Click here for the recipe!  

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End of Week Mash Up – Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten Free Recipe

February 9, 2011

Towards the end of the week, my fridge is usually pretty empty.  That is however when the creative juices start flowing.  After watching Oprah’s Vegan episode, I was inspired to create my own vegan/gluten free/vegetarian dish.  All you NEED is 4 ingredients.  Of course you can add more vegetables and spices if you have them [...]

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I love sweet potatoes and since I bought low fat cheese for rommie this wee

February 3, 2011

I love sweet potatoes and since I bought low fat cheese for rommie this week (which is a no no), I decided to make a treat using more olive oil than usual.  I’m also trying to avoid any added sugar this week, so a few extra calories at dinner were OK.  These things never get [...]

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Comfort Sandwiches For Cold Weekends

January 14, 2011

In the winter, there is nothing better than a good cup of soup and warm cheesy sandwich for lunch (or even dinner for that matter).  However, a recent trip to Au Bon Pain nearly gave me a heart attack seeing all the high calorie labels staring me in the face.  I was so overwhelmed by [...]

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Black Bean Mango Quinoa Salad

January 13, 2011

Black Bean Mango Quinoa Salad 2 cups quinoa 4 cups water 1 mango, diced 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 red pepper, diced 1 green pepper, diced 1/2 red onion, diced 1 small bunch of cilantro, chopped fine the juice of 1 lime 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 cup olive [...]

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Vegetarian Protein Recipe: Cheesy Quinoa ‘n’ Veggies

January 10, 2011

Incorporating protein into my meals is very important.  I rely on it to help me feel full, and reap the benefits of the work I put in at the gym.   A few other benefits are helping maintain a healthy metabolism, filling you up on less calories, help prevent aging, ward off sickness and provide [...]

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