Easy Greek Pasta Salad

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This Greek Pasta Salad is one of our summertime staples. It’s light, crisp, and packed with fresh Mediterranean flavors. This pasta salad is the perfect combination of juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, briny olives, and a balanced homemade vinaigrette soaked up by the pasta and veggies. It all comes together with creamy feta for a […]

Southwest Pasta Salad

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Southwest Pasta Salad is the perfect go-to recipe is you are looking for a vibrant, flavor-packed side dish that also happens to be healthy and easy to make. This pasta salad is bursting with fresh veggies, tossed in a zesty lime vinaigrette, and made hearty with protein-rich black beans and pasta. This is one of […]

The Best Macaroni Salad for Summer BBQs

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Macaroni salad is a classic recipe for a reason! It’s perfect for a potluck or picnic, or anytime during the summer when you need a quick and satisfying side dish. Macaroni salad is also highly customizable. Whether you’re bringing it to a picnic, potluck, BBQ, or prepping lunches for the week, this healthy pasta salad […]

Rainbow Chard & Orzo Minestrone Soup

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This Rainbow Chard & Orzo Minestrone Soup is what I make when I want to load up on veggies and fiber and feel ultra-nourished. Minestrone comes from the Italian word minestra, meaning soup, with “-one” added to mean big or hearty — basically a soup that’s meant to be flexible. You can add or substitute […]

Classic Pesto Spaghetti

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Pesto spaghetti is one of my all-time favorite simple pasta dishes to cook at home. You’ll love it because it’s easy to make, big on flavor, and packed with nutrient-dense ingredients. This pesto spaghetti recipe combines the vibrant flavors of fresh basil, garlic and lemon juice with umami-rich Parmesan and savory pine nuts, creating a […]

Cottage Cheese Alfredo Pasta (High-Protein, 30 Minutes)

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If you love creamy Alfredo pasta but don’t love how heavy it can feel, this Cottage Cheese Alfredo Pasta is going to be your new weeknight favorite. It has everything you want from a classic Alfredo recipe. Rich, cozy, creamy, and satisfying. But instead of heavy cream, we blend cottage cheese into a silky smooth […]

Easy Sesame Noodles (Takeout-Style)

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If you’re craving takeout-style sesame noodles, this Easy Sesame Noodles recipe delivers the same bold flavor in just 15 minutes. Tender noodles are tossed in a creamy sesame peanut sauce made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, fresh ginger, and garlic for the perfect balance of savory, slightly sweet, and nutty. These easy homemade sesame noodles […]

Pasta Primavera with Peas, Asparagus & Fava Beans

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Pasta Primavera is a vibrant and healthy dish that celebrates the freshness of spring vegetables. It’s flexible, delicious, and easy to make, and comes together in a pan sauce tossed with simple extra virgin olive oil, lemon, and Parmesan cheese sauce. In this version of Pasta Primavera, I used peas, snap peas, fava beans, purple […]

Easy Thai Peanut Noodles

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These healthy Thai peanut noodles are one of the easiest, most satisfying meals you can make at home. They’re creamy, savory, slightly sweet, and come together in about 20–30 minutes with simple pantry ingredients. If you’ve ever ordered peanut noodles for takeout, this version gives you the same comfort and flavor—made with better ingredients and […]