Robust Recipes

Healthy, Flavorful Food

Pear Green Juice (without a Juicer)

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We are officially living that green juice liiiiiife!!!! Ever since I learned that the key to making a green juice that actually tastes good was to add sweet fruit such as pineapple the ideas for other tasty green juice recipes have been rolling in. Pear green juice for the beginning of fall!!! With the sweetness from the pears and the hint of spice from the ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg this green juice gives you all the fall vibes in a refreshing way. A win in my book because we are currently … [Read more...]

Pina Colada Matcha Overnight Oats

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Happy Monday friends!!! Okay, I know that it's Labor day today....or is it Memorial day?! I dunno, I always get them confused and have to google which one is which haha. Either way I hope that you are enjoying your day off, hopefully diving into that taco dip I shared with you on Friday. Really, this is perfect because now you can make these pina colada matcha overnight oats tonight after all your fun is done and you can start your Tuesday off on the right foot. And guess what, it only takes … [Read more...]

Pineapple Green Juice (Without a Juicer)

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This is a very exciting moment for me!!!! I finally found a green juice that I actually like! One that doesn't taste like I am drinking  a salad. It doesn't just sit there in my fridge barely touched until I finally dump it down the sink. This green juice I have been absolutely addicted to!! And it's all because of that pineapple! About a year ago I shared a recipe for fresh carrot juice, which is really tasty. Since that carrot juice I have wanted to start drinking green juices. I … [Read more...]

Healthy Carrot Cake Smoothie

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Who's ready for a healthy smoothie that tastes like dessert?! Even better, who's ready for a smoothie that tastes like carrot cake?! No joke, this smoothie legit tastes like a drinkable version of carrot cake.... Um yeah that sounds kind of weird, but trust me, all the delicious flavors of a carrot cake in smoothie form...YES you are gonna want that! If you are a fan of all things carrot cake than this is the smoothie for you! Even the texture is creamy and decadent. The best part is the … [Read more...]

Curried Lentil Bowls (For Breakfast)

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Hey Monday! We are so ready for you with these yummy and nutritious curried lentil bowls for breakfast!!! Sauteed onion, sausage, scrambled eggs are combined with tender lentils in a tomato-y curry sauce. Some steamed dark leafy greens are in there so you cans start your day off with some extra nutrition. All of this is topped with a dollop of Greek yogurt, goat cheese, a drizzle of balsamic vinegar, and some fresh herbs. Doesn't that just sound like the best breakfast for your … [Read more...]

30 Minute Healthy Matcha Granola

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Can I just start out by saying how much I LOVE spring weather?! It's my absolute favorite. I mean not so much the muddiness at the beginning, but right now when everything starts to transform from brown to bright green and little pops of color from the flowers!!! Everything goes POOF - it's truly magical and makes my soul happy! Honestly, this is the time of year when all the frigid weather and snow seem worth it - I'm reminded why I live in a part of the world that has 4 seasons...that … [Read more...]

10 Minute Weekday Huevos Rancheros

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A Mexican breakfast for the Monday of Cinco de Mayo week?!!! Ummm YES! Everything is right with the world! It would be even more right if we celebrate with a margarita on Saturday (Cinco de Mayo)...but that's for later! And YES this breakfast is totally achievable to make on your busy weekday morning! All you need is 10 minutes and 1 pan to make it! Crispy tostada, saucy salsa, gooey runny egg yolk for a weekday breakfast all in 10 minutes?! Sign me up! Traditionally huevos rancheros are made … [Read more...]

Blueberry Banana Bread (Gluten Free)

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What's one of the BEST smells that can come from your kitchen?!?! The answer is freshly baked BANANA BREAD....and brownies...but  right now we're talking about banana bread - blueberry banana bread, to be exact!!! What can be bad about that?! Sweet juicy blueberries baked right into soft, moist, perfectly sweet banana bread. If that doesn't sound like the ultimate bread for spring than I don't know what is! Oh yeah...there's also my banana rhubarb bread that begs to be made during the … [Read more...]

Matcha Energy Balls with Black Sesame Seeds

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Another matcha green tea recipe? Absolutely, positively YES!!! I have become a little bit obsessed with matcha green tea. I shared a recipe for soft matcha blueberry cookies on the blog last week, I have also been loving matcha lattes on weekend mornings, and now these cute little matcha energy balls.  I have no shame for all of the matcha consumption. GIVE ME MORE MATCHA PLEASE!!!! In the last few years I have really learned to love the subtle grassy taste of matcha green tea powder that only … [Read more...]

Gluten Free Brown Soda Bread

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Happy St. Patrick's day week everyone!!! What are you doing to celebrate?! May I suggest making a loaf of this brown soda bread?! As you know I studied abroad in Ireland for a semester of college. One of the foods I came to love while I was living there was their brown soda bread. Have you had it before? It's hearty, rustic, dry, and best eaten with a generous schemer of good quality creamy butter. Side note about butter: Have you had Kerrygold Irish butter? I have been able to find it … [Read more...]