Robust Recipes

Healthy, Flavorful Food

Loaded Greek Hummus

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Have you heard of loaded hummus?! It's hummus that is taken to the next level by topping with a lot of yummy things - it's pretty much a salad in hummus form! You guys, it's like my dreams have been answered!!! It is no secret that I have a strong relationship with hummus, we go way back and we hang out a few times a week. I have enjoyed getting creative with my flavors like beet basil hummus and pesto hummus but I never thought to throw some stuff on top of plain hummus and eat it with … [Read more...]

Pineapple Ginger Turmeric Smoothie

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Hi, I made this cold, refreshing pineapple ginger turmeric smoothie for you to enjoy during the end of summer heat wave. Oh wait, it pretty much turned into fall overnight, here in Iowa at least. BUT for the rest of you lucky people who live somewhere warm and tropical this smoothie is for you. Okay us colder climate people can also enjoy this turmeric smoothie - I mean look at that beautiful golden color, perfect for fall. Just make sure you are all snuggled under a blanket while enjoying … [Read more...]

No Churn Mango Lassi Frozen Yogurt

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See that delicious bowl of mango lassi frozen yogurt?! The best of two treats have been combined. Frozen yogurt in all of it's creamy tangy glory and mango lassi in it's sweet exotic ways! In case you are unfamiliar with mango lassi it is a traditional Indian drink of pureed mango, tangy yogurt, and cardamom. Basically it's a smoothie that pretty much tastes like dessert. I thought, why not turn mango lassi into a frozen yogurt - genius idea if I don't say so myself! Best part about this … [Read more...]

Loaded Watermelon Salad with Pesto

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It's the end of August and I am in denial that fall is on it's way. Yes, it's still several weeks until the calendar officially says it's fall. But here in Iowa the mornings have been getting cooler (58 degrees) and I have noticed a few leaves have started to turn color ever so slightly. Part of my says NOOOOO, it can't be fall yet, I am not ready! The other part of me is really enjoying the comforting warmth of my hot tea during the cool mornings. TBH this August has not felt much like August … [Read more...]