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Easy Caprese Pasta Salad (30 Minutes)

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I know that it's September 2nd, so that means you are probably expecting some kind of  pumpkin or apple recipe to kick fall off, right?!  Honestly, while everyone else is already embracing fall foods I can't help but hold on to the last of that delicious summer food. You know me, I like Fall, but I LOVE spring and summer! Don't worry, there will be plenty of time for all those yummy warming fall recipes soon enough.  Today, let's just take one more second to embrace the … [Read more...]

Classic Creamy Coleslaw (20 Minutes)

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This recipe was previously published on Robust Recipes. It has been updated for a better user experience. Have you ever met a person who doesn't like coleslaw? Coleslaw is like the one salad that everyone likes. Even if you're not a salad person, you usually like a good creamy coleslaw. Nothing says summer to me like a big heaping side serving of creamy coleslaw next to my grilled whatever, or my BBQ slathered whatever, eaten on a paper plate outside. Half of the time I want to fill most … [Read more...]

Quick Pickled Red Onions

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Hi, it's me! I have been MIA for a while because I came down with a nasty cold that hung around for 2 weeks. Finally feeling better and the first thing I have to share is boring old pickled red onions? I know, what kind of food blogger am I?! It's just how things flowed. Anyways, quick pickled red onions may not seems super exciting..but they are actually pretty amazing! They have become super trendy.  I guarantee that there are pickled onions served on at least one dish in every … [Read more...]

Greek Quinoa Bowls with Tzatziki Sauce

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Remember that lovely tzatziki sauce I shared on Monday? I bet you thought I was making gyros or some kind of pita bread, didn't you?! Think again! Greek quinoa bowls!!!! A dollop or two of the tzatziki sauce goes right on top, adding the perfect amount of creaminess! You will love these Greek quinoa bowls! They are bursting with fresh summer veggies and plenty of Greek flavors. They make a healthy vegetarian meal with all the protein form the quinoa, but you can easily add … [Read more...]

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...]

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...]

Loaded Steak Salad with Creamy Horseradish Dressing

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It's no secret that I enjoy a good entree salad. I will almost always choose an entree salad over a cheeseburger, sandwich, or pizza when eating out at a restaurant...if I know that the salad will actually be good! I love  choosing those feel-good, veggie-forward meals at a restaurant over a greasy sandwich. Have you guys been to Granite City Brewery? We have one in town and they have a large menu with with a lot of good food. A mix of sandwiches, flat breads, pasta dishes, entrees … [Read more...]

Easy Herbed Marinated Mushrooms

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Hi, my name is Emily, and I am a mushroom addict. It's been an ongoing addiction my entire life. And I just now found yet another way to eat them. Marinated mushrooms. There is no end in sight. Can you accept me and my obsession with all things mushrooms? Umm and just to clarify I am not talking about any trippy mushrooms here LOL! Only good-for you, fiber packed, vitamin, and mineral loaded edible mushrooms. Give them to me raw. Saute them in a little butter, always has … [Read more...]

Refreshing Creamy Cucumber Salad

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Hey, it's me! Emily, food blogger who has been MIA for a few weeks. Vacation followed by a mild foot injury, which meant no cooking and photographing for long hours, followed by another vacation.  Anyways, I am back with the most refreshing salad for all your summertime needs!!! Creamy cucumber salad, at your service!! We're BFFs, this creamy cucumber salad and I. We go way back. My Mom would make it when I was in high school and I absolutely was obsessed with it. When I was in college … [Read more...]