Robust Recipes

Healthy, Flavorful Food

Mexican Salads in a Jar with Healthy Ranch Dressing

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I have been rocking all the salads this summer and I have no apologies! If there is one thing I hope people learn from reading my blog is that salads don't have to be boring. They can be a delicious and healthy way to get your veggies, greens, and even your entire meal into your day. As you know I recently started playing around with salads in a jar. First there were my chicken caprese salad jar salads, and now these lovely Mexican salads in a jar. They are perfect for meal prepping so … [Read more...]

3 Healthy Ranch Dressing Recipes with Greek Yogurt

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I FINALLY did it! I finally made a healthy ranch dressing/dip using clean ingredients! I have made a few okay versions in the past but nothing that made me want to made me want to replace store bought ranch dressing for the rest of my days! My dear foodies, friends, ranch lovers, and fellow Midwesterners (BC we are obsessed with out ranch here in the Midwest), I present to you my 3 healthy ranch dressing recipes that are made with Greek yogurt!! Yes, I said Greek yogurt! And no, you … [Read more...]

Red Wine Frozen Sangria (Mixed Berry)

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Happy Friday!!! I believe it's time for a summertime cocktail!!! Will you join me?! Everyone knows what sangria is, right?! Wine that has had some kind of fruit soaked in it for several hours, maybe some kind of brandy is added for an extra punch - that lovely concoction is served chilled. So fruity, refreshing, and the perfect cocktail for summer! What would happen if we took some frozen fruit and blended it up with some wine?!?! We would have one tasty red wine frozen sangria on our … [Read more...]

Raw Zucchini Quinoa Salad with Lemon Herb Vinaigrette

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If you haven't noticed I am all about the fresh summertime veggies right now. Can you blame me?! It's the best time of the year for food! Okay, maaayyyybeee early fall when all the squash and pumpkins, and apples are coming into season while there are still melons and tomatoes and sweet corn available. OMG sweet corn! I need to have more sweet corn!!! Take advantage while all the goodies last! This raw zucchini quinoa salad with lemon herb vinaigrette is no exception to making use of all the … [Read more...]