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Garlic Beef Rotini (Kid-Friendly + High Protein)
Y’all… this is one of those “what’s in the fridge?” meals that turned into a 10/10 family favorite. It’s fast, filling, and full of flavor. The best part? It’s healthy without trying too hard. We used chickpea pasta for extra protein and fiber, grass-fed beef, and added a dollop of plain Greek yogurt for creamy balance to the chili oil heat. Even the kids were asking for seconds! What You Need: How to Make It: Kid Tip: If you’re cooking for littles, pull out a portion before adding the chili oil. You can also cool their bowls down with extra yogurt or shredded cheese… works every time. Why I Love This Meal: We…
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Avocado Pesto Sauce
I am a big fan of superfoods, and quinoa tops my personal list. It is delicious! In fact, my family eats so much quinoa, I had to find new ways to spice it up! When eaten plain, this superfood tastes just like rice. We have replaced all our rice, oatmeal, and some pasta recipes with it. Quinoa is high in fiber, protein, and iron, so it will leave you feeling fuller longer. If you like a meatless Monday in your menu like I do, packing quinoa into your meal is a logical choice. It basically cooks like rice, so don’t be wary of needing expert cooking skills to prepare it.…
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Lettuce Wrap It Up!
Lettuce Wraps with Chicken and Peppers We eat this fast, simple and healthy meal a lot in our household. This is so easy to throw together, I save it for days like Sunday when I am burned out from cooking all week and just want to relax and enjoy the day. The wraps are super filling and packed with protein from the chicken and avocado to keep you full longer. Grocery List: 6 organic mini sweet peppers 2 organic boneless chicken breasts 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 tbsp minced garlic 12 organic romaine lettuce leaves 1 ripe organic avocado 1 jar organic black bean and corn salsa Sea salt and freshly…
