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Warm Brussels Sprout Salad
My new favorite way to eat Brussels sprouts. The combination of the hearty Brussels married with a touch of sweetness from the...
brainsandbalance
Apr 11, 20232 min read
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Healthy McDonald's Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets
Everyone is out here cutting up chicken breasts into chunks for chicken nuggets but I'm telling you, you're doing it wrong. This recipe...
brainsandbalance
Feb 7, 20232 min read
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Sausage and Kale Cauliflower Soup
This soup is every bit delicious as it is healthy. It's also super simple to make! The cauliflower cooks right in the broth, then it all...
brainsandbalance
Jan 26, 20232 min read
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Buffalo Chicken Nuggets
There's something about bite sized nuggets that are just superior to any other chicken variety. I mean no knife required, no fork even...
brainsandbalance
May 27, 20222 min read
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Classic Caprese Bruschetta
Bruschetta is a staple appetizer for any party. The combination of tomato, basil and mozzarella is always a crowd pleaser. It's also so...
brainsandbalance
Mar 13, 20222 min read
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Nut Free, Dairy Free Spinach & Basil Pesto
A nut free, dairy free simple recipe to please all dietary restrictions and sneak in some extra veggies for those pickier eaters! I...
brainsandbalance
Feb 17, 20221 min read
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Roasted Chicken and Veggie Tahini Bowls
This healthy fall salad has hearty fall flavors like roasted broccoli and beets. Served over a bed of greens and alongside juicy chicken...
brainsandbalance
Sep 27, 20212 min read
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Air Fried Cauliflower Gnocchi Tots
We turned frozen cauliflower gnocchi into unbelievable healthy tater tots using our air fryer and a few staple spices. These tots are...
brainsandbalance
Aug 26, 20212 min read
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Air-Fried Zucchini Fries
Perfectly crispy, perfectly seasoned and only 10 minutes in the oven. These zucchini fries are not meant to replace regular fries-...
brainsandbalance
Aug 5, 20212 min read
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Overnight Oats (7 ways)
When someone asks me what's an easy breakfast I can make ahead and take on the go, one of my go to responses is overnight oats! Prepped...
brainsandbalance
Jul 28, 20213 min read
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Mango Habanero Chicken with Cauliflower Mango Sticky Rice and Pico de Gallo
The perfect refreshing summer recipe. These new marinades by #GHughes are some of my favorites, low calorie and full of flavor! The new...
brainsandbalance
Jul 20, 20213 min read
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Ground Turkey Meatballs with Szechuan Bean Sauce
I got the idea for this recipe from a combination of asian recipes I have made in the past. A while ago I made Jing Jiang chicken and the...
brainsandbalance
Jun 21, 20212 min read
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Chicken BLTs with Best Ever Healthy Garlic Aioli
I may be biased... but this just may be the best looking stack I've ever seen never mind eaten. A healthy scoop of garlic aioli smeared...
brainsandbalance
May 13, 20213 min read
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Egg Bites - Ham and Cheese (includes other varieties)
The perfect grab and go breakfast! Make them over the weekend and keep them in the fridge or freezer for breakfast in 30 seconds. For...
brainsandbalance
May 11, 20213 min read
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Raspberry Mango Caprese Salad with Lemon Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette
This salad screams summer. From the bright fruits, tangy vinaigrette and fresh herbs to the juicy chicken, creamy mozzarella and loads of...
brainsandbalance
May 6, 20212 min read
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The Grilled Cheese Collection (our top grilled cheese and soup side kicks)
There's nothing more satisfying than a grilled cheese. Lunch? Dinner? Dessert? With fries? Dunked in soup? The answer to all of these is...
brainsandbalance
Apr 13, 20212 min read
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Chicken and Arugula Farmers Market Pasta Salad
Spring has sprung and this salad is inspired by the rainbow of flowers blooming lately. I love incorporating whatever veggies are on sale...
brainsandbalance
Apr 7, 20213 min read
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Chocolate Chunk Banana Bread (with a healthy twist)
I'm sure we all have a few too brown bananas on our counter. Before you throw them out- DON'T! Brown bananas are essential for sweet...
brainsandbalance
Mar 30, 20212 min read
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Irish Soda Bread Muffins
You don't need any luck of the Irish to perfect these muffins. I adapted and tweaked an old family recipe and created Irish Soda Bread...
brainsandbalance
Mar 17, 20212 min read
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Roasted Acorn Squash with Whipped Ricotta Cream and Honey
One bite of this and you'll swear you are eating dessert instead of a vegetable. Roasted acorn squash takes on a delicious sweet flavor...
brainsandbalance
Mar 2, 20212 min read
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