This creamy Red Beet Roasted Garlic Hummus recipe takes classic homemade hummus to the next level. Made with tender roasted red beets, chickpeas, tahini, lemon, and simple ingredients, a special blending technique creates the creamiest beet hummus ever. Vibrant, flavorful, and naturally beautiful, it’s perfect as a healthy dip for vegetables, pita, sandwiches, and snack boards. Learn how to make this ultra-smooth hummus.

A simple French pairing gets a delicious twist in this Roasted Radish Crostoni recipe. Thick slices of fresh sourdough bread are toasted, then spread with creamy butter, sea salt flakes, and fresh dill, and topped with tender-crisp roasted radishes. The roasting brings out a mellow sweetness in the radishes while keeping their signature peppery bite, creating a tasty rustic appetizer or light snack. 

Whether you enjoy this delightful Spiced Applesauce as a delicious snack or a healthy dessert, you will be amazed at how quickly and easily this homemade applesauce recipe comes together. This perfectly spiced applesauce is made with juicy Honey Crisp apples, lemon juice, aromatic cinnamon sticks, star anise, cardamom, and a touch of pure maple syrup. The best part? No peeling required! And, this recipe is 100% plant based and gluten free.

This wholesome Almond Cranberry Granola recipe is loaded with rolled oats, oat bran, flaxseeds, almonds, pepitas, cranberries, honey (or pure maple syrup), cinnamon, and vanilla. This nutritious blend requires zero chopping and is quick and easy to make. So much better than store bought granola, this crunchy and healthy granola makes a great breakfast or snack, and is scrumptious over yogurt and fresh berries, It’s a breeze to make and will give you energy for hours!

This Pistachio Cranberry Goat Cheese Log is a tasty and easy to prepare appetizer. Creamy goat cheese is rolled in crunchy toasted pistachios, sweet and tart dried cranberries, and drizzled with a touch of golden honey. Whether it's a festive holiday party, a cozy family get-together, or a casual wine night with friends, this gourmet appetizer is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. This quick and easy appetizer takes only minutes to make, and can be made ahead!

This Cranberry Goat Cheese Log is great for entertaining! It has become my favorite appetizer to serve during the holiday season. Made with my Cranberry Topping, this goat cheese log has the perfect balance of sweetness, tartness, and tanginess. This quick and easy appetizer is delicious on crackers or freshly made crostini. To make it extra easy for entertaining, this recipe can be made in advance.

Ina’s Roasted Rosemary Cashews have the perfect trio of salty, sweet & spicy flavor that envelops each cashew to create a delicious and crunchy bite. This 5 ingredients recipe makes a wonderful nibble to serve before dinner with holiday cocktails, or as an anytime snack. These roasted cashews have just enough spiciness to make them interesting without overwhelming a delicate palate. Trust me when I say that these nuts are incredibly addictive!

These unctuous Bacon Wrapped Dates are salty, sweet, and tangy. Medjool dates are stuffed with goat cheese, wrapped in bacon, and baked until they are golden and crispy. Then right out of the oven, these piping hot appetizers are brushed with a Maple Bourbon Glaze that seals in all that wonderful flavor. This easy appetizer recipe is the perfect choice for your next gathering, and using only 5 ingredients, it takes just a few minutes to prepare. These blissful bites will have your guests asking for more.

Crunchy and delicious, these Candied Cinnamon Pecans make the perfect sweet snack, or topping for your dessert. Also known as praline pecans, these Candied Cinnamon Pecans are not cloyingly sweet, but they are quite addicting! They add an extra special touch to ice cream, or as a topping for our Pumpkin Spice Brioche Bread Pudding. For a wow factor, combine with our Bourbon Caramel Sauce as a decadent finish to any dessert.

A delicious alternative to hummus, this quick and easy White Bean Roasted Garlic Dip is healthy & so flavorful. We roasted garlic to mellow out its sharpness, used buttery cannellini beans, fresh herbs, added fresh lemon juice and zest to brighten up the flavor, and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to give it a little kick. Served with homemade crostini, our white bean dip can be made ahead of time and makes the perfect appetizer for any gathering.

Oats, chunky almond butter, dark chocolate, and tart dried cherries, make these Vegan Oat Bars a tasty and healthy treat. Packed with almond pulp and other wholesome ingredients, these dessert-like energy bars will curb your hunger for hours. Finished with a drizzle of chocolate, it’s hard to believe that these yummy oat bars are dairy free, gluten free, and vegan!

Our Healthy Cashews are a full-fledged superfood snack, really yummy, and very addicting! This quick and easy, healthy snack is lightly coated with natural honey and sprinkled with Himalayan pink salt. These nuts have a nice balance of sweet and salty flavor, and the crunchy chia seeds add a lovely mild, nutty texture to this healthy snack or appetizer.

Need a quick hors d’oeuvres idea for entertaining guests with various dietary preferences? This cheeseboard easily satisfies omnivores, vegetarians, and gluten-free diets alike. It’s elegant, quick and easy to put together, and then there is that wonderful assortment of cheeses. You can’t go wrong with a Simple Cheeseboard as an appetizer!

Prepare your palate for the ultimate nachos! This Epic Chicken Nachos recipe is loaded with fresh ingredients, each of which have lots of flavor, and are actually good for you. Instead of standard chips, we used black bean flaxseed tortilla chips to boost the protein, fiber, and flavor of this dish. The result is a sheet pan full of deliciously loaded nachos that can generously serve 4 for a main dish, or 8 appetizer portions. This gluten-free recipe can also be converted to vegetarian!

These Zesty Honey Roasted Almonds are incredibly easy to make and absolutely addicting! They have a secret ingredient, along with just a hint of spiciness. With the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and spicy, they are a healthy and tasty snack. They can easily be made kid friendly, too!

Fresh, crisp, and full of flavor, this Herby Fennel & Green Apple Salad is an easy, healthy salad recipe made with thinly sliced fresh fennel, tart green apple, crisp romaine lettuce, plenty of fresh herbs, and shaved parmesan cheese. A simple homemade lemon vinaigrette brings everything together with the perfect balance of bright, fresh flavors.

This Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese can be made two ways…as an appetizer or an entrée salad. This vibrant salad has a variety of flavors and textures, featuring a medley of sweet roasted beets, creamy goat cheese, peppery arugula, delicate micro greens, and the satisfying crunch of roasted hazelnuts. This scrumptious salad is tossed with my luscious balsamic vinaigrette and finished with a drizzle of decadent balsamic glaze.

Full of vibrant colors and flavors, this Very Berry Feta Spinach Salad is a delicious summer salad that will captivate your taste buds. This salad is packed with wholesome ingredients like fresh strawberries, blueberries, walnuts, and tender baby spinach. To add some brightness it’s tossed with my Lively Lemon Vinaigrette, then topped with some tangy feta cheese and sautéed shallots. This salad is a delightful combination of sweet, tangy, salty, and earthy flavors. Can easily be made vegan & dairy free!

This White Bean Chicken Chili is a delicious and satisfying dish that combines tender chicken breast, creamy white cannellini beans, and a flavorful blend of vegetables and spices. It's a comforting meal that's not too heavy, making it perfect for any time of year. A very easy white chicken chili recipe that can be made either mild or spicy. Serve with your favorite toppings and enjoy!

Elevate your salad game with this Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with mixed greens. Loaded with wholesome ingredients and fresh flavors, this delightful summer salad pairs perfectly with my Lively Lemon Vinaigrette! This lemony quinoa salad recipe is not only delicious, but a healthy choice when you want to savor the flavors of the Mediterranean. This recipe is also vegan!

The perfect side dish during warmer weather months, this super flavorful Tangy Fresh Herb Potato Salad is a must try recipe! Tender red creamer potatoes are steamed, then tossed with a delicious tangy dressing that is filled with fresh herbs like dill, parsley, and chives, along with chopped celery and pickles to give it some texture. A healthier version of a traditional American side dish with a unique twist that can easily be made vegan or dairy free!

My Lemony Lentil Salad is both healthy and delicious! Steamed brown lentils are marinated in a fresh lemon and herb dressing, then combined with tomatoes and parsley. The bright dressing penetrates the warm lentils to give you a delicious flavor in every bite. This tasty salad makes a wonderful lunch or side dish. A great make ahead recipe, this lentil salad is best prepared the night before to allow all the flavors to develop. This quick and easy recipe is also plant-based, dairy free, and gluten free!

Savory Butternut Squash Soup is a lovely and warming start to any meal. This beautiful soup is smooth and silky, and has more complex flavors than traditional butternut squash soup recipes. Savory ingredients, like fresh herbs, fresh ginger, and a touch of curry powder elevate this soup into something extra special. It’s a great starter for a holiday meal, but this one pot recipe is easy enough for any family dinner. A wonderful recipe for autumn when butternut squash is in season.

Colorful and full of bright flavors, our Greek Salad with Quinoa will have you hooked on the first bite! Filled with crispy romaine, and plenty of heirloom grape tomatoes, feta cheese, Kalamata olives, English cucumbers, red onions, and perfectly cooked tri-color quinoa, this salad is definitely a meal. To round off these Mediterranean flavors, we drizzled it with our delicious Easy Greek Salad Dressing. This might even be the best Greek salad you have ever tasted!

Our Hearty Vegetarian Chili is so rich and flavorful that it’s hard to believe it is vegetarian! Packed with green lentils, 3 types of beans, vegetables, and lots of flavorful spices, this vegetarian chili will leave you completely satisfied for hours. We used a few secret ingredients to make our chili taste extra special. Our easy to make Hearty Vegetarian Chili can be made ahead and easily feed a crowd, making it great for casual get togethers or game day. Put together a variety of garnishes and let your guests customize their own chili. Don’t be surprised if this is the best vegetarian chili you have ever made!

Our Arugula Pear Salad is an elegant option as a first course, but complex enough in flavor and texture to serve as a beautiful entrée salad. Peppery arugula, sweet thinly sliced pears, toasted walnuts, and tangy blue cheese, combine to make the most delightful salad for your holiday table. Drizzled with the most amazing salad dressing, each ingredient complements the other to produce a light and fresh appetizer salad. A great start for a special meal any time of year, this delicious salad takes only minutes to prepare and will impress your guests every time.

Two types of greens, a few sweet and salty ingredients, and a beautiful citrus dressing, make this Fresh Citrus Salad a delight to serve and enjoy! This salad has a lovely balance of crunchy texture and sweet and salty flavor, with ingredients like peppery arugula, crisp spinach, caramelized shallots, honey roasted almonds, and our beautiful clementine based Citrus Vinaigrette (recipe coming soon). Crumbled feta cheese gives it a deliciously salty and creamy finish. It’s a great salad to make when you are entertaining!

Smooth and silky on the tongue, this delightful Cucumber Avocado Gazpacho has layers of complex flavor in each spoonful that will leave you wanting more. Gazpacho makes a fun hors d’oeuvre when served in a small glass, or a great first course, and it is a lovely light lunch when paired with a crisp salad. The fresh flavor in this clean eating recipe for cold summer soup will leave you energized and loving gazpacho again.

Elevate your breakfast or brunch with this Smoked Salmon Toast with Lemon Whipped Ricotta. Made with thick slices of homemade sourdough bread, creamy lemon whipped ricotta, silky smoked salmon, salty capers, and fresh herbs, this recipe is light, tangy, and delicious. Easy enough for a weekday breakfast yet elegant enough for a nice brunch, this simple toast comes together in minutes and makes every bite feel a little special.

With its vibrant green color, this Garlicky Kale Pasta, also known as “Shrek Pasta,” is a flavorful and healthy dish made with a silky smooth sauce of fresh lacinato kale, fresh herbs, olive oil, garlic, chili flakes, and parmesan cheese. Creamy, comforting, and packed with savory flavor, this easy pasta recipe transforms simple ingredients into a surprisingly delicious meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. And, it can easily be made gluten free!

This Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Sicilian Pesto is an easy and healthy recipe that is hearty enough for a main dish, or can be served as a side dish. It’s hard to believe that only three ingredients can create such great flavor. My method for roasting spaghetti squash is quite simple and brings out its natural sweetness. The Sicilian Pesto Sauce is garlicky, bright, and slightly spicy with tomatoes, a touch of lemon zest, and lots of fresh herbs. When combined they are a perfect match, resulting in a nutritious bite with huge flavor!

Enjoy the sweet and savory flavors of my Stuffed Acorn Squash with Sausage recipe. This cozy winter dish features perfectly roasted acorn squash, and a filling of succulent Italian chicken sausage, sautéed onions, a vibrant trio of bell peppers, garlic, sage, and a touch of sweetness from dried cranberries. This perfect blend of delicious ingredients makes a hearty and scrumptious meal that cooks in about 30 minutes. And, this main dish recipe can easily be made vegetarian!

This exquisite Pumpkin and Mushroom Risotto is rich and creamy, and makes a delicious main dish or first course. The earthiness of the Shiitake mushrooms beautifully balances the flavors of the pumpkin purée, vegetable stock (or chicken stock), sautéed shallots, garlic, fresh sage, thyme, and white wine. To add even more depth of flavor, this dish is finished with fresh Italian parsley and Parmesan cheese. When you are craving some comfort food, this fall recipe for savory pumpkin risotto is one you will want to make again and again.

This Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese can be made two ways…as an appetizer or an entrée salad. This vibrant salad has a variety of flavors and textures, featuring a medley of sweet roasted beets, creamy goat cheese, peppery arugula, delicate micro greens, and the satisfying crunch of roasted hazelnuts. This scrumptious salad is tossed with my luscious balsamic vinaigrette and finished with a drizzle of decadent balsamic glaze.

The cozy flavors of fall shine through in this delicious Savory Pumpkin Mac and Cheese. For that extra touch of autumn charm, my version uses adorable pumpkin shaped pasta and a rich and cheesy sauce that is extra flavorful. Filled with aromatic spices, garlic, fresh sage, pumpkin purée, milk, creamy Dutch gouda, and tangy English coastal cheddar cheese, this stovetop mac and cheese recipe comes together quickly. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, or whenever you are craving a delicious and comforting meal.

Chicken Dijon (aka: Poulet Dijonnaise, or Poulet à la Moutarde) is a traditional French dish from the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of France. Chicken breasts are pan seared, then bathed in a shallot, wine, and mustard cream sauce that is simmered with garlic and herbs. The tender chicken and rich, unctuous sauce will have you coming back for more. Delicious with my Roasted Fingerling Potatoes and Garlicky Green Beans (Haricot Verts). This recipe is also keto and gluten free!

This amazing Chile Relleno Casserole is mildly spicy, and has so much flavor! Layers of roasted poblano peppers, eggs, spices, roasted salsa, green chiles, and 5 different cheeses, are baked to fluffy and cheesy perfection. With more flavor than restaurant-style chile rellenos, this Mexican casserole recipe is one you will want to save and make again and again! This delicious casserole is keto, and has lots of recipe variations, including vegetarian, gluten-free, quick & easy, very mild, medium spicy, or extra spicy, depending on your preference. A must try recipe!

Full of healthy and yummy ingredients, this Easy Berry Baked Oatmeal will satisfy the pickiest of eaters. My baked oatmeal recipe has the most wonderful flavor and texture with a creamy oatmeal base that combines with the crunch of roasted almonds, and pop of sweet & tart fresh berries. Drizzle with a little pure maple syrup for an easy and memorable breakfast your family will love. It’s gluten-free and can very easily be made vegan!

Our single serving Vegan Baked Oatmeal recipe is gluten-free, and has tons of flavor with a brown sugar pecan swirl! This deliciously decadent breakfast recipe is loaded with old-fashioned rolled oats, cinnamon, chia seeds, banana, and pure maple syrup, to give you lasting energy throughout the day. Treat yourself to an indulgent breakfast this weekend!

Our Turkey Feta Burger recipe is moist and packed with Mediterranean ingredients. Greek-style feta cheese, herbs, green onions, and garlic give this burger tons of flavor. This healthy turkey burger is grilled, then nestled between whole grain burger buns, and accompanied with your choice of toppings. Our favorites condiments for this Turkey Feta Burger are our Healthier Lemon Mint Aioli, baby arugula, tomatoes, country Dijon mustard, and our Quick Pickled Onions. Without the bun, this recipe is keto friendly!

Sweet and savory flavors infuse our Miso Glazed Chilean Sea Bass. This delicate sea bass gets exquisite flavor from being coated in a simple 4 ingredient marinade for 24 hours. Whether it's grilled, baked, broiled, or pan seared & baked, it turns out beautifully every time. Serve with our Sauteed Sugar Snap Peas and our Coconut Forbidden Rice for an Asian influenced meal that is sure to please your palate. Inspired by the miso glazed black cod recipe at the famous Japanese restaurant, Nobu, this impressive Miso Glazed Chilean Sea Bass is surprisingly easy to make.

Our Chicken Stuffed Poblano Peppers may very well become one of your favorite Southwestern style dishes to make at home. Mild poblano peppers are roasted, then stuffed with a deliciously spicy chicken filling, and topped with pepper jack cheese. Served right out of the oven, these yummy stuffed peppers are garnished with salsa verde and fresh cilantro. This Southwestern style dish is not too hot or too mild. It is perfectly spiced with a medium-mild heat that enhances the entire dish. For a complete meal, serve with rice, beans, or vegetables.

Our Salmon Piccata is absolutely mouthwatering! Pan seared salmon is perfectly cooked, then bathed in a wine, butter & garlic sauce to create a melt-in-your-mouth worthy one pan main dish. Made right in the same pan as the salmon, the piccata sauce is filled with yummy ingredients like white wine, lemon, garlic, and capers. The salmon is then bathed in the buttery sauce to make it deliciously moist, and will leave you wanting more! This recipe is also keto friendly.

Our Ricotta Toast with Kumquat Marmalade is a sweet and savory treat that will delight your taste buds! This quick and easy 5 ingredient recipe is so simple, and takes only five minutes to put together. We took the ordinary ricotta toast recipe and pimped it up by using our delicious Kumquat Marmalade that has no refined sugar. This nutritious breakfast and afternoon snack has an extra tart and sweet flavor that we think you will love. If you’ve never had ricotta toast, then you are in for a treat! Can be made gluten-free.

Our Cinnamon Swirl Baked Oatmeal is a deliciously healthy breakfast recipe that tastes like dessert! Our recipe has less refined sugar, more fiber, and is more flavorful than many baked oats recipes! To make it extra special, we added a brown sugar cinnamon roll swirl, and used a few secret ingredients to make it even healthier. It’s a great recipe for breakfast or brunch, and can also be made ahead!

Easy Baked Eggs with Fresh Herbs & Spinach turn a few healthy ingredients into a sumptuous breakfast. Baby spinach, fresh herbs, a couple of eggs, and a touch of Boursin cheese are baked into a delicious and crave-worthy breakfast dish. Served with crusty French bread for dipping, this complete breakfast recipe will start your day off right! This healthy recipe is vegetarian, keto friendly, and gluten-free. It can easily be made dairy-free, too!

My Easy Chilaquiles Verdes recipe brings you traditional Mexican comfort food made easy. A few simple ingredients turn into a zesty breakfast that is so satisfying and flavorful. Corn tortillas are lightly fried, then added to scrambled eggs, salsa verde, and pepper jack cheese to make up this quick and easy casserole-like dish that is made directly on your stovetop. Garnish this quick and easy breakfast dish with more salsa, avocado, cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, and our version of healthy Mexican crema to create a delicious and hearty breakfast dish just like Abuelita (Grandma) used to make! It also happens to be vegetarian and gluten free!

Our Roasted Salmon with Garlic & Herbs is the perfect recipe to make when you need a quick dinner for the family, and is impressive enough to serve when you are entertaining. Even though this recipe is easy to put together, the flavors are rich and sophisticated. Salmon filets are lightly seasoned and roasted to perfection with fresh lemon, then topped with a beautiful butter and garlic sauce that is finished with roasted lemon and fresh herbs. Served with our Sautéed Kale, this makes a beautiful and healthy dish that you can be proud to serve your family or your guests.

Our Grilled Chilean Sea Bass is marinated in garlic, fresh thyme, and olive oil, then grilled to perfection! This clean eating recipe is so simple, yet adds a wonderful flavor without overpowering the beautiful, silky texture and delicate taste of this fish. The result is tender and moist fish that can be served on its own, or with your favorite sauce. The rich and tangy flavor of our Fresh Roasted Red Pepper Sauce complements this fish perfectly!

This easy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta dish combines our Fresh Roasted Red Pepper Sauce with whole grain penne, toasted pine nuts, and some fresh basil. As the finishing touch, drizzle on some extra virgin olive oil, and top with freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. This pasta dish is amazing with our fresh sauce, or our Easy Roasted Red Pepper Sauce, but you can always use your favorite jarred red pepper sauce for a super quick and tasty meal. This pasta is simply delicious!

Our restaurant-style Chicken Tikka Masala is wonderfully rich, spicy, and simply divine! This thick tomato-based cream sauce is made with a beautiful blend of exotic spices, garlic, onions, and finished with cream. An aromatic and luscious sauce envelops each piece of lean marinated and roasted chicken breast, to make each bite absolutely decadent. Although our recipe is a slightly healthier version of the traditional chicken tikka masala, it does not compromise the flavor, texture, or richness of this dish. We challenge you to tell the difference!

Prepare your palate for the ultimate nachos! This Epic Chicken Nachos recipe is loaded with fresh ingredients, each of which have lots of flavor, and are actually good for you. Instead of standard chips, we used black bean flaxseed tortilla chips to boost the protein, fiber, and flavor of this dish. The result is a sheet pan full of deliciously loaded nachos that can generously serve 4 for a main dish, or 8 appetizer portions. This gluten-free recipe can also be converted to vegetarian!

Our Ridiculously Easy Lime Chicken is as simple as it gets. If you want to make a quick, but tasty, roasted chicken breast that goes with everything, then this high protein, low fat recipe is the one. Chicken breast is well seasoned, then roasted in the oven, and finished with fresh lime. Serve on its own with steamed or roasted vegetables for a healthy weeknight meal, or use in paninis, tacos, enchiladas, nachos, or anything that would taste great with chicken. This is a quick and easy, clean eating recipe.

These are not your ordinary Potato Tacos (Tacos de Papa). Bringing more authentic tastes of Mexico, these tacos de papa have so much flavor! We reduced the amount of oil to make this a little healthier than the traditional deep fried tacos de papa, and increased the flavor in the filling to make them absolutely delicious!

This Healthy Mediterranean Penne is garlicky, lemony, a little spicy, and so delicious! Our recipe uses whole grain penne pasta, fresh broccoli, tomatoes, Kalamata olives, fresh herbs, and more, to make this main dish extra tasty. This healthy and yummy pasta is vegan, vegetarian, and dairy-free, and can easily be converted to gluten-free.

These Lemon Ricotta Pancakes have a beautifully fresh and lemony flavor, combined with a light and creamy texture that will surprise you. With a bright and citrusy flavor, these heavenly little cakes are a bit more refined than your ordinary pancake. They are delicate and tender, and make a beautiful breakfast or brunch dish for the weekend. And, this recipe can easily be made gluten-free!

Our Napa Avocado Toast is a unique twist on the traditional savory avocado toast recipes. This Napa inspired toast brings together fresh avocado, lemon, dried cranberries, and crunchy salt and pepper pistachios, resulting in a beautiful balance of flavors that burst in your mouth on the first bite.

Our Savory Spinach and Mushroom Scramble for two is filled with delicious sautéed vegetables and topped with gooey cheese. This tasty and hearty scramble is so flavorful, you may even want breakfast for dinner. This meal is vegetarian, keto, and gluten-free, and can be made 5 different ways to suit most dietary preferences.

This Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Sicilian Pesto is an easy and healthy recipe that is hearty enough for a main dish, or can be served as a side dish. It’s hard to believe that only three ingredients can create such great flavor. My method for roasting spaghetti squash is quite simple and brings out its natural sweetness. The Sicilian Pesto Sauce is garlicky, bright, and slightly spicy with tomatoes, a touch of lemon zest, and lots of fresh herbs. When combined they are a perfect match, resulting in a nutritious bite with huge flavor!

This easy recipe for Roasted Delicata Squash with a Parmesan and herb crust is a great way to enjoy the bounty of winter squash season. Hence its name, this squash has a delicate skin that roasts beautifully in the oven. Made with olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, lemon zest, and fresh herbs, this squash is finished with a golden Parmesan crust. It’s roasted to perfection with a tender inside and a flavorful crust with irresistible crispy bits from the Parmesan. This recipe will have you hooked on delicata squash for years to come. And, this recipe can even be made vegan!

These Roasted Rainbow Radishes are not only colorful, but so flavorful. This quick and easy side dish recipe is perfect when you want a lighter and healthier alternative to potatoes that is low-calorie and low-carb and doesn’t skimp on taste. The roasting process mellows out the spicy sharpness of raw radishes, resulting in a fork tender, garlicky vegetable dish that is vegan, gluten free, dairy free, and keto friendly.

These Hasselback Purple Sweet Potatoes are perfectly roasted with an infused olive oil, which results in a crisp skin and a moist and tender potato. They are finished with a delicious glaze made from the infused olive oil, garlic, fresh ginger, fresh rosemary, and honey. The flavor combination of this sweet and savory glaze is perfect for these Okinawan sweet potatoes, but pairs well with regular sweet potatoes, too!

The cozy flavors of fall shine through in this delicious Savory Pumpkin Mac and Cheese. For that extra touch of autumn charm, my version uses adorable pumpkin shaped pasta and a rich and cheesy sauce that is extra flavorful. Filled with aromatic spices, garlic, fresh sage, pumpkin purée, milk, creamy Dutch gouda, and tangy English coastal cheddar cheese, this stovetop mac and cheese recipe comes together quickly. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, or whenever you are craving a delicious and comforting meal.

Brighten up your meal with this vibrant steamed asparagus dish! This recipe for Quick Lemony Asparagus is so ridiculously easy, you’ll be astounded how fast it is to make! The bright and lemony flavor makes it a wonderful accompaniment to almost any fish, chicken, or beef main dish. This keto friendly 5 ingredient recipe is prepared from start to finish in less than 15 minutes. This quick and easy recipe is the perfect side dish for a healthy and refreshing meal.

The garlicky flavor, tender crisp texture, and vibrant green color in these Garlicky Green Beans (Haricot Verts) makes them the perfect side dish for any meal. These French green beans are blanched, then sautéed with olive oil, vegetable stock, a touch of butter, plenty of garlic, and finished with fresh parsley and lemon zest. Although optional, a light dusting of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese adds another layer of flavor to these yummy green beans. This quick and easy side dish recipe can be partially made ahead of time, making this a great side dish when you are entertaining. It can also be made vegan and dairy-free!

These Roasted Fingerling Potatoes are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Fresh rosemary, garlic, and herbs are combined with olive oil and fingerling potatoes, then roasted to a perfect golden brown color and texture. A quick and easy side dish that pairs well with almost any main dish. Be sure to make enough, because your family and friends will likely want seconds!

My Lemony Lentil Salad is both healthy and delicious! Steamed brown lentils are marinated in a fresh lemon and herb dressing, then combined with tomatoes and parsley. The bright dressing penetrates the warm lentils to give you a delicious flavor in every bite. This tasty salad makes a wonderful lunch or side dish. A great make ahead recipe, this lentil salad is best prepared the night before to allow all the flavors to develop. This quick and easy recipe is also plant-based, dairy free, and gluten free!

Mama’s Easy Mexican Rice is a simple variation of traditional Mexican rice. This safflower recipe requires no chopping, making it a quick and easy side dish recipe for weeknight meals. This tasty rice comes together in minutes, and is perfectly cooked every time. Its subtle flavor pairs wonderfully with Mexican food, and almost any style of main dish or protein.

Quick Calabacitas Con Queso is a quick and easy variation of an authentic Mexican side dish recipe. Zucchini squash is sautéed with garlic and spices, then simmered with tomatoes and diced chiles, and topped with jalapeno jack cheese. This cheesy & spicy side dish can be made mild or spicy (or vegan) according to your preference. My 5 ingredient recipe is keto friendly, quick to make, and can be served as a side dish or vegetarian main dish.

These Colorful Cruciferous Vegetables will be the jewel of any dinner table. This medley of fall vegetables shine beautifully in both color and taste. Brussels sprouts, butternut squash, and red beets are tossed and roasted separately to retain their own unique flavor. Thyme leaves, orange zest, and blood orange olive oil add special freshness and zing to these tasty veggies. A great side dish for the holiday season, or any family dinner.

For a foolproof method of How to Cook Quinoa, try this easy step by step recipe that makes perfectly cooked quinoa every time! This basic quinoa recipe is lightly seasoned, and has a neutral flavor to make it easy to add to other recipes and blend with a variety of flavor profiles. It can also be served on its own as a simple warm side dish. For a delicious combination of flavors and textures, try it with my Greek Salad with Quinoa.

Our Coconut Forbidden Rice is an exotic side dish with subtle flavors, and is surprisingly simple to make. This easy black rice recipe uses only 5 ingredients and turns out perfectly cooked every time. Coconut milk, fresh ginger & garlic enhance the flavor of this beautiful black grain to make it tender and creamy. Both delicious and visually stunning, this rice makes the perfect side dish for our Miso Glazed Chilean Sea Bass.

Fresh, crisp, and garlicky, these Sautéed Sugar Snap Peas are so yummy that you’ll wish you doubled the recipe! Gently sautéed garlic combines beautifully with the natural sweetness of sugar snap peas. And, their bright green color becomes more vivid as it’s cooking! Prepped and cooked in under 30 minutes and using only 5 ingredients, this is a quick and easy side dish that the whole family will love.

Our Easy Roasted Zucchini recipe is as simple as it gets! This clean eating side dish recipe is quick and easy to prepare, and tastes delicious. The roasting process lightly browns the edges, and allows the zucchini to retain its fresh flavor. For an extra burst of freshness and saltiness, the zucchini is finished with a sprinkling of fresh lemon zest and a light dusting of sea salt flakes. Roasted in minutes, this 5-ingredient recipe is the perfect side dish for a quick weekday meal, or even when you are entertaining.

A few simple ingredients turn ordinary potatoes into something really special. Tender baby potatoes are tossed in country Dijon mustard, olive oil, Herbes de Provence, and parsley, and roasted in an air fryer, for the perfect side dish for any meal. These Air Fryer Dijon Potatoes are a quick addition to any weekday meal, and delicious enough for company. This air fryer recipe is really easy and uses only 5 ingredients. If you are looking for a nice change from your ordinary potatoes, then you must try this quick and easy recipe!

Made with organic rainbow carrots, this colorful, sweet and savory side dish is a wonderful accompaniment to any meal. Our Honey Roasted Carrots are glazed and roasted with honey, garlic, olive oil, and butter, to give them a naturally sweet flavor. This recipe couldn’t be more simple to make, but it’s elegant enough to serve when entertaining. Whether you are looking for a side dish recipe for the holiday season, or just something a little different to perk up your family meals, these Honey Roasted Carrots are a great choice, and they are quick and easy enough to make for a weeknight meal.

These easy baked yams are a tender and delicious side dish, without being overly sweet. Mama’s Candied Yams are bathed in brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, and orange juice, then baked to create a caramelized sauce to make them sweet and fork tender. With the classic flavors of Southern candied yams, combined with some mid-century nostalgia, this 60 year old recipe is a favorite Thanksgiving side dish from my mother’s kitchen. We modernized the recipe to make it quick and easy to prepare, and finished it with some chopped pecans to give them some crunch.

Our Sautéed Kale is quick, healthy, and delicious! This kale side dish pairs so well with everything from grilled or roasted chicken, fish, shellfish, or tofu. It has a garlicky flavor without being overpowering, and a subtly spicy flavor for those that like a bit of a kick in their veggies. Prepped and sautéed in less than 15 minutes, this side dish is a great addition to any weeknight meal. Simple ingredients make this veggie recipe so tasty, plus it is keto, gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan!

Just 5 ingredients in this flavorful recipe for Spicy Roasted Broccoli. Inspired by the a spicy seasoning that is used to make Pici all’Aglione (Tuscan Pasta), this broccoli is roasted to perfection with olive oil, Italian Seasoning Aglione, and lemon. Right out of the oven, this dish is finished with lemon juice, and a light sprinkling of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. This quick & easy side dish is deliciously healthy, keto, gluten-free, and vegetarian, and can easily be made vegan & dairy-free! Don’t be surprised if this recipe becomes your go-to side dish for all occasions!

What’s the big deal about steamed potatoes? If they are perfectly cooked, these little gems are deliciously creamy, and pretty much go with everything! Our Instant Pot Steamed Potatoes are great to serve with stews, for making potato tacos or smashed potatoes, and as a side dish for any meal. Dress them up however you like!

What’s not to love about garlic, butter, and parsley? Our perfectly cooked, Instant Pot Garlic Potatoes are garlicky and delicious! This buttery side dish is quick and easy for a weeknight meal, but special enough for company.

Wondering what to do with cauliflower? This colorful roasted cauliflower is quick to prepare and full of lemony flavor. It’s the perfect accompaniment to any fish, chicken, or meat dish.

This White Chocolate Raspberry Swirl Nice Cream has a silky soft serve texture and a lovely flavor that will make you want more (and without the guilt). This quick and easy recipe elevates the standard nice cream by amping up the flavors with a few special ingredients. White chocolate cocoa powder, vanilla, and our easy Raspberry Coulis, transform this healthy-ish dessert into a special and elegant treat. To make it really decadent, top it with fresh raspberries and a few shavings of white chocolate.

Dragon fruit has an insanely beautiful and vibrant color that makes everything you add it to just gorgeous! This Dragon Fruit Chia Pudding is no exception. Our recipe transforms boring chia seed pudding into a tasty and healthy treat that is visually appealing! To give this non-dairy dessert extra flavor, we combined coconut milk, vanilla, pure maple syrup, and cinnamon. If you really want to pimp it up, top it with toasted coconut and even blueberries...so yummy! This chia pudding makes a great snack, or a nutritious meal prep breakfast, too.

Wild blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries are tossed with vanilla and cinnamon, smothered with a delicious, crispy pecan streusel and oats topping, and then baked to perfection. When served warm with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream, the result is a succulent bite of warm berries and sweet, crispy cookie-like topping. After just one bite, you’ll swear you’ve gone to fruit crisp heaven! This simple dessert comes together in minutes, and is great for entertaining.

Oats, chunky almond butter, dark chocolate, and tart dried cherries, make these Vegan Oat Bars a tasty and healthy treat. Packed with almond pulp and other wholesome ingredients, these dessert-like energy bars will curb your hunger for hours. Finished with a drizzle of chocolate, it’s hard to believe that these yummy oat bars are dairy free, gluten free, and vegan!

This Kumquat Marmalade is bright in both color and flavor! It’s tart and sweet, and can be used in a variety of ways. Our small batch freezer jam recipe requires no canning, and uses no pectin or refined sugar! For a treat, try topping some vanilla bean ice cream with slightly warmed kumquat marmalade. If you have never made jam, this is a great place to start!

So rich and chocolatey, and exploding with peanut butter flavor, these Chocolate Peanut Butter Delights are ridiculously simple to make and amazingly delicious! All it takes is 10 minutes and 4 ingredients to make these easy and lovely sweet treats. These lovely chocolate treats are vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, keto, and above all, they are divine!!

This Quick Orange Glaze is wonderful on everything from quick bread, spice cake, and sweet loaf, to pastries. With all natural ingredients, this 3-ingredient glaze makes everything it’s drizzled on taste like you are biting into a fresh orange!

If you are looking for a dessert to win someone’s heart, you must try our super easy recipe for Intensely Chocolate Flourless Cookies. They are so moist and fluffy, you won’t believe they are flourless!

This quick and easy 5 - ingredient white chocolate peanut butter fudge recipe is super creamy and is the perfect combination of flavors and textures in one little bite.

This fresh, perfectly plum jam is quick and easy and done in less than one hour. It’s amazing on toast, waffles, yogurt, and even better served slightly warm as a topping on vanilla bean ice cream.