Prepared all in one skillet and using dried noodles instead of boiling them, this weeknight lasagna has all the flavor of the complex layered casserole with a lot less work. Substitute ground beef to be more traditional or soy crumbles to go vegetarian. Active time: 15 minutes Total time: 50…
What to Do When You Miss a Day of Logging (Hint: It’s Not a Big Deal)
It’s Monday. You’re motivated, refreshed, and ready to log everything. By Thursday, you’ve got it down: your morning latte, the handful of pretzels from your coworker’s desk, even that quick bite between meetings. Then the weekend rolls around. Suddenly you’re juggling kids’ games, practices, errands, and a million other things.…
Healthier Homemade Samoas Cookies Recipe
Girl Scout cookies are popular this time of year. It’s estimated that over 200 million of those crunchy, chewy, addictive small boxes sell every year. What’s not so tasty are the ingredients and pesticide residues they contain. If you’re a fan of chewy coconut, caramel, and rich chocolate Samoas, then…
Chicken Shawarma Pita Pizzas
Active time: 15 minutes Total time: 20 minutes In about 20 minutes, you can have a fresh, colorful, family-friendly meal. Whole-wheat pitas make fantastic pizza crusts; simply crisp them under the broiler before adding toppings. Here, store-bought hummus and spiced-up rotisserie chicken breast are the main toppings, along with a…
Egg White Quinoa Bowl With Veggies
Active time: 15 minutes Total time: 30 minutes Fuel up with whole grains, veggies and protein, and you are off to a great start to the day. This quinoa bowl is easy to prepare the night before — just cook the quinoa and cut the veggies, then you can warm…
Cauliflower Black Bean Tacos
Cauliflower is such a versatile vegetable, and it takes on the texture of ground meat in this easy taco filling. Chipotle adds a hint of smoky spice that makes it seem meaty, and the black beans lend a creamy, hearty texture. Active time: 15 minutes Total time: 20 minutes Cauliflower…
Chia-Peach Overnight Oats
These cinnamon-spiced overnight oats can be made with the milk of your choice and require just 8 ingredients. Topped with fresh juicy peaches, they’re the perfect on-the-go breakfast. For an extra flavor boost, try toasting the pecans. Chia-Peach Overnight Oats Ingredients 1/2 cup old fashioned oats, uncooked 1/2 cup nonfat…
Healthy Stocking Stuffer Ideas (To Make and Buy)
What is it about a Christmas stocking? Old or young, waking up on Christmas morning to a stocking lumpy with little surprises has its own special joy. These healthy stocking stuffer ideas have the perfect gift for everyone on your list! It’s always fun pulling the hidden items out to…
Tofu and Veggie Sausage Scramble With Turmeric
Active time: 25 Minutes Total time: 25 Minutes Tofu is an inexpensive, high-protein, low-fat food that deserves a place at your table. This easy scramble delivers 21% of your daily iron requirement on top of being a savory, hearty breakfast with a generous serving of vegetables on every plate. Since…
Spiced Cocoa Overnight Oats
Inspired by Mexican chocolate, these overnight oats have a slight bitterness from the cocoa that’s balanced out by sweetness from honey. They are spiced with cinnamon and allspice, then topped with crunchy cocoa nibs and sliced almonds for a flavorful experience. Spiced Cocoa Overnight Oats Ingredients 1 cup unsweetened vanilla…