Healthy Pasta? Yes, please! Roasted Eggplant & Tomato Penne with Arugula & Pine Nuts

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Sometimes you just want pasta. And there’s no reason you have to give it up to be healthy. The key is to using the best-tasting superfood-style pasta you can find and saying good-bye to the white processed stuff. It’s also important to be mindful of your serving size and frequency of enjoying; a serving or […]

Avocado Pesto Pasta With Arugula & Basil (Gluten-Free)

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The smell of fresh basil growing in my herb garden might just be my favorite thing about summer. Combining it with easy ingredients that I already have on hand is a close second. This recipe is pretty easy and forgiving, just aim for three cups of any combination of greens that you love the flavor […]

My Favorite Creamy Pasta Recipe Is Healthy & Dairy-Free!

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You all know that I’m all about eating healthy, whole foods as often as possible. However, there are times when I just want warm comfort food that’s quick and satisfies my elementary-school-girl-mac-&-cheese-cravings. 🙂 It’s been a little rainy in Bozeman, and this dish really hits the spot. In my never-ending quest to find satisfying meals that don’t […]

Mint & Pea Orzo Salad

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I’m obsessed with this 5-Ingredient Mint & Pea Orzo Salad! It’s the perfect simple yet flavorful pasta salad for spring and summer. Not only is this orzo salad packed with flavor from the mint, lemon, and peas, but it’s also loaded with nutrients that will keep you feeling energized and satisfied. Tip: If you’re looking […]

Cilantro Corn Pasta Salad with Chicken

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This cilantro corn pasta salad quickly became a favorite dinner in my house over the summer! It’s definitely one you want to make. It’s bursting with fresh flavors, textures, and tons of nutritious veggies. The kids and M all love this dish so much that the entire bowl (8 servings—almost 3 pounds of food!) disappeared […]

Lemon Orzo Salad with Chickpeas

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You are going to love this Lemon Orzo Salad with Chickpeas! This orzo salad recipe is easy, bright, and nourishing, and you can meal prep ahead or serve at your next gathering. I love making this salad in the spring or summer as a veggie-forward pasta salad that everyone in the house loves. This one […]

Summer Pasta Salad with Feta

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This Summer Pasta Salad with Feta is everything you want in a warm-seasonal dish. This pasta salad is fresh, vibrant, and packed with flavor. It’s the perfect make-ahead dish for your summer weekend picnics, barbecues, or easy weekday lunches at home. If you want to make this pasta salad extra special, add fresh sliced avocado […]