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Fresh Homemade Salsa!

Fresh tomatoes, peppers, cilantro…if you’ve ever taken the few minutes to chop up and mix a fresh salsa, you’ll never look at the pre-packaged version in the same way!  Here’s a simple breakdown of an all time classic…   Rinse, Chop, and Add to Large Bowl: -2-3 cups of grape tomatoes -1 green bell pepper -1/4 of a medium sweet…

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All About Fiber

Fiber helps with digestion, stabilizes blood sugar, balances out gut bacteria, and has been shown to regulate chronic disease markers.  Found in plant based foods, make sure you have a basic understanding of fiber’s role in your digestive health. Fiber can be broken down into two categories: soluble and insoluble.  Different foods will promote different chemical reactions inside of your…

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Grilled Chicken Chopped Salad

Grilled chicken salads are a staple of any healthy diet. Avoid boredom by switching up your recipes every once in a while. Here’s a balanced, delicious recipe to work into your repertoire… -Marinate 2-3 large chicken breasts in avocado oil, fresh lemon juice, sea salt, and pepper -Preheat grill to 425 then grill chicken breasts until cooked medium (4-5 minutes…

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Simple Veggie Combos

We all know how hard it is to get in eight servings of fruits and vegetables a day. It’s near impossible. Don’t overlook simple and tasty combinations that can compliment any meal or serve as a quick and healthy snack. Grab an easy “plus three” in the veggie column with the right mindset. Most of the time, it’s the easiest…

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Apple Cucumber Salad

A few handfuls of crunchy vegetables with the right mix of lemon, oil, and vinegar will make up a perfect side salad for almost any summer grilling session. Check out this 5 minute recipe to pair with grilled chicken this week… Chop and add to salad bowl: One small apple One cucumber One scallion Two radishes 2-3 celery stalks Tablespoon…

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Cole Slaw

Coleslaw is SOOOOO easy and delicious, yet many of us don’t incorporate it into our weekly routine.  It’s crunchy, fresh, and easy to tailor to your taste.  Give it a go! Combine these ingredients in a large mixing bowl: Shredded green cabbage (easily bought pre-chopped at the store) Shredded carrots Thinly sliced onion Thinly sliced green apple In a small…

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Top 3 Pre-Prepped Veggies

Stores are making it easier for us to reach for healthy options! There are a ton of pre-chopped ingredients out there that will make your day-to-day cooking so much easier. Take advantage and save yourself some time at the cutting board. Here are our 3 favorite time-savers: 1. Cauliflower Rice: Anybody who’s ever spent 15 minutes chopping cauliflower rice on…

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