Last night’s Meatless Monday menu left us with a light summer dish that was also filling. We served this spicy black bean guacamole salad without any protein, but next time it would be great topped with grilled shrimp or chicken. It reminds me of a Chipotle meal, but for a fraction of the cost and easily made at home. Spicy…
oh.my.delicious This is without a doubt my new favorite side dish. It’s incredibly simple to make and it only gets better with time. We served this as a side to grilled chicken, but it could also easily be a light lunch. I usually pick up the couscous from Trader Joe’s but it’s easy to find in any grocery store. (see…
Minus the olives I love greek salads. Add some cheese tortellini to the recipe and you’ve got a new spin on an old favorite. Like you’d expect this recipe tastes better the second and third day (if it isn’t eaten before then!). It’d be the perfect thing to pack for a picnic in the park or dinner with friends. I like…
Lasagna is one of those meals that I enjoy occasionally, but isn’t something that’s on the monthly rotation. When it comes to Italian food I tend to gravitate towards pizza or a good risotto dish. This vegetable lasagna is a serious game changer. It’s the type of dish that you don’t make when you’re crunched for time and looking for…
As soon as warm weather arrives my meals transition from chili and soups to light salads and grilled fish/chicken. Greek salad is one of my favorite, fresh salads that pairs well with anything from grilled protein to homemade pizza. I make a big serving and then store the rest in the fridge for lunch the next day. Lately I’ve been…
