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Cilantro lime rice with ground beef, sauteed peppers and onions, topped with creamy avocado and red salsa for an easy weeknight dinner that is gluten-free and dairy-free
Cilantro lime rice with ground beef, sauteed peppers and onions, topped with creamy avocado and red salsa for an easy weeknight dinner that is gluten-free and dairy-free

LUNCH & DINNER

Aug 28, 2025

Cilantro-lime rice bowl

4 servings

30 minutes

30 minutes

Grace Barker


Servings: 4 | Cook Time: 35 minutes | Dairy-free, gluten-free, high-protein

A tangy cilantro-lime flavored rice topped with savory ground beef, browned peppers and onions, with creamy avocado on top.


Appliances & Utensils

  • Small pot & lid

  • Knife & cutting board

  • Skillet & spatula

  • Measuring cups & spoons

  • Additional bowl


Ingredients

For the rice:
1 1/2 cups dry white rice, rinsed and drained
3 cups water
1 lime, juiced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, washed and diced
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil - My favorite is Kosterina, get 15% off with code GRACE05737

For the vegetables:
1 spray avocado oil
1 yellow onion, washed and sliced
2 green bell peppers, washed and sliced

For the beef:
1 pound lean (93/7) ground beef
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

For the topping:
2 avocados, washed and sliced
1 container salsa


Instructions

  1. Cook the rice: In a medium pot, combine 1 ½ cups rinsed white rice with 3 cups water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.

  2. Cook the vegetables: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and spray lightly with avocado oil. Add the sliced yellow onion and 2 sliced green bell peppers. Sauté for 7 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Move to the side of the skillet.

  3. Cook the beef: In the same skillet, add 1 pound lean ground beef. Cook over medium heat, breaking it apart with a spatula, until fully browned. Stir in 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, ½ teaspoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon kosher salt into the beef.

  4. Prepare the rice: In an additional bowl, fluff with a fork, then stir in the juice of 1 lime, ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, and ¼ teaspoon kosher salt. Set aside.

  5. Serve: Add cilantro-lime rice to each bowl, then top with sautéed onions and peppers, seasoned beef, fresh avocado slices, and salsa. Enjoy!



Pro Tip: Be sure to rinse the white rice well ahead of time in a small colander, until the water of the rice is clear. This will improve the flavor of the rice.

For vegetarian/vegan dietary restrictions: Cook the vegetables and beef in a separate pan. Prepare lentils in place of the beef to make it vegan-friendly.


More Resources

I hope you enjoy! For more recipes, check out the recipe box or the weekly meal plans. You can follow along with me on Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube, and shop my favorite brands at a discount.

Best,

Grace

P.S. - If you enjoyed this recipe, consider forwarding it to your friends and family. Your recommendations mean the world to me and it’s a great way to help more people live healthier lives!



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Cilantro lime rice with ground beef, sauteed peppers and onions, topped with creamy avocado and red salsa for an easy weeknight dinner that is gluten-free and dairy-free

LUNCH & DINNER

Aug 28, 2025

Cilantro-lime rice bowl

4 servings

30 minutes

Grace Barker

A tangy cilantro-lime flavored rice topped with savory ground beef, browned peppers and onions, with creamy avocado on top.

Servings: 4 | Cook Time: 35 minutes | Dairy-free, gluten-free, high-protein

A tangy cilantro-lime flavored rice topped with savory ground beef, browned peppers and onions, with creamy avocado on top.


Appliances & Utensils

  • Small pot & lid

  • Knife & cutting board

  • Skillet & spatula

  • Measuring cups & spoons

  • Additional bowl


Ingredients

For the rice:
1 1/2 cups dry white rice, rinsed and drained
3 cups water
1 lime, juiced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, washed and diced
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil - My favorite is Kosterina, get 15% off with code GRACE05737

For the vegetables:
1 spray avocado oil
1 yellow onion, washed and sliced
2 green bell peppers, washed and sliced

For the beef:
1 pound lean (93/7) ground beef
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

For the topping:
2 avocados, washed and sliced
1 container salsa


Instructions

  1. Cook the rice: In a medium pot, combine 1 ½ cups rinsed white rice with 3 cups water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.

  2. Cook the vegetables: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and spray lightly with avocado oil. Add the sliced yellow onion and 2 sliced green bell peppers. Sauté for 7 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Move to the side of the skillet.

  3. Cook the beef: In the same skillet, add 1 pound lean ground beef. Cook over medium heat, breaking it apart with a spatula, until fully browned. Stir in 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, ½ teaspoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon kosher salt into the beef.

  4. Prepare the rice: In an additional bowl, fluff with a fork, then stir in the juice of 1 lime, ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, and ¼ teaspoon kosher salt. Set aside.

  5. Serve: Add cilantro-lime rice to each bowl, then top with sautéed onions and peppers, seasoned beef, fresh avocado slices, and salsa. Enjoy!



Pro Tip: Be sure to rinse the white rice well ahead of time in a small colander, until the water of the rice is clear. This will improve the flavor of the rice.

For vegetarian/vegan dietary restrictions: Cook the vegetables and beef in a separate pan. Prepare lentils in place of the beef to make it vegan-friendly.


More Resources

I hope you enjoy! For more recipes, check out the recipe box or the weekly meal plans. You can follow along with me on Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube, and shop my favorite brands at a discount.

Best,

Grace

P.S. - If you enjoyed this recipe, consider forwarding it to your friends and family. Your recommendations mean the world to me and it’s a great way to help more people live healthier lives!

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Cilantro lime rice with ground beef, sauteed peppers and onions, topped with creamy avocado and red salsa for an easy weeknight dinner that is gluten-free and dairy-free

LUNCH & DINNER

Aug 28, 2025

Cilantro-lime rice bowl

4 servings

30 minutes

Grace Barker


Servings: 4 | Cook Time: 35 minutes | Dairy-free, gluten-free, high-protein

A tangy cilantro-lime flavored rice topped with savory ground beef, browned peppers and onions, with creamy avocado on top.


Appliances & Utensils

  • Small pot & lid

  • Knife & cutting board

  • Skillet & spatula

  • Measuring cups & spoons

  • Additional bowl


Ingredients

For the rice:
1 1/2 cups dry white rice, rinsed and drained
3 cups water
1 lime, juiced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, washed and diced
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil - My favorite is Kosterina, get 15% off with code GRACE05737

For the vegetables:
1 spray avocado oil
1 yellow onion, washed and sliced
2 green bell peppers, washed and sliced

For the beef:
1 pound lean (93/7) ground beef
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

For the topping:
2 avocados, washed and sliced
1 container salsa


Instructions

  1. Cook the rice: In a medium pot, combine 1 ½ cups rinsed white rice with 3 cups water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.

  2. Cook the vegetables: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and spray lightly with avocado oil. Add the sliced yellow onion and 2 sliced green bell peppers. Sauté for 7 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Move to the side of the skillet.

  3. Cook the beef: In the same skillet, add 1 pound lean ground beef. Cook over medium heat, breaking it apart with a spatula, until fully browned. Stir in 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, ½ teaspoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon kosher salt into the beef.

  4. Prepare the rice: In an additional bowl, fluff with a fork, then stir in the juice of 1 lime, ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, and ¼ teaspoon kosher salt. Set aside.

  5. Serve: Add cilantro-lime rice to each bowl, then top with sautéed onions and peppers, seasoned beef, fresh avocado slices, and salsa. Enjoy!



Pro Tip: Be sure to rinse the white rice well ahead of time in a small colander, until the water of the rice is clear. This will improve the flavor of the rice.

For vegetarian/vegan dietary restrictions: Cook the vegetables and beef in a separate pan. Prepare lentils in place of the beef to make it vegan-friendly.


More Resources

I hope you enjoy! For more recipes, check out the recipe box or the weekly meal plans. You can follow along with me on Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube, and shop my favorite brands at a discount.

Best,

Grace

P.S. - If you enjoyed this recipe, consider forwarding it to your friends and family. Your recommendations mean the world to me and it’s a great way to help more people live healthier lives!



Comments

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pistachio-crusted white cod with boiled zucchini and crispy roasted turmeric potatoes with a honey dijon drizzled on top for added flavor

LUNCH & DINNER

Pistachio-crusted cod

crispy yellow roasted potatoes from the air fryer with paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and more in a clear bowl

SAUCES & SIDES

Crispy roasted yellow potatoes

crispy yellow roasted potatoes from the air fryer with paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and more in a clear bowl

SAUCES & SIDES

Crispy roasted yellow potatoes

gluten-free breakfast biscuits with chia seed jam, turkey sausage and an egg over medium

BREAKFAST

Gluten free breakfast biscuits with chia jam

gluten-free breakfast biscuits with chia seed jam, turkey sausage and an egg over medium

BREAKFAST

Gluten free breakfast biscuits with chia jam

kebabs with baby potatoes, lean ground beef, chimichurri, red bell peppers, onion, topped with chimichurri made of cilantro, parsley, and olive oil

LUNCH & DINNER

Sheet pan chimichurri kebabs

kebabs with baby potatoes, lean ground beef, chimichurri, red bell peppers, onion, topped with chimichurri made of cilantro, parsley, and olive oil

LUNCH & DINNER

Sheet pan chimichurri kebabs

girl in the kitchen with air-tight containers for meal prepping on a budget to ensure freshness and flavor when it comes to eating healthy

WELLNESS READS

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girl in the kitchen with air-tight containers for meal prepping on a budget to ensure freshness and flavor when it comes to eating healthy

WELLNESS READS

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healthy vanilla chia pudding recipe perfect for meal prep with blueberries, sliced banana, and peanut butter in a green bowl on a red table

BREAKFAST

High-protein sweet vanilla chia pudding

healthy vanilla chia pudding recipe perfect for meal prep with blueberries, sliced banana, and peanut butter in a green bowl on a red table

BREAKFAST

High-protein sweet vanilla chia pudding

Triple berry summer salad with a simple lemon dijon vinaigrette with cucumbers, strawberries, white beans, raspberries, blueberries, and cucumber

DINNER PARTY PLATTER

Triple berry summer salad with a simple lemon dijon vinaigrette

Triple berry summer salad with a simple lemon dijon vinaigrette with cucumbers, strawberries, white beans, raspberries, blueberries, and cucumber

DINNER PARTY PLATTER

Triple berry summer salad with a simple lemon dijon vinaigrette

Vibrant & colorful vegetable grazing board with garlic hummus

DINNER PARTY PLATTER

Vibrant & colorful vegetable grazing board with garlic hummus

Vibrant & colorful vegetable grazing board with garlic hummus

DINNER PARTY PLATTER

Vibrant & colorful vegetable grazing board with garlic hummus

Fresh and easy watermelon-mint & blueberry skewers

DINNER PARTY PLATTER

Fresh and easy watermelon-mint & blueberry skewers

Fresh and easy watermelon-mint & blueberry skewers

DINNER PARTY PLATTER

Fresh and easy watermelon-mint & blueberry skewers

Salty prosciutto & fresh melon on simple skewers

DINNER PARTY PLATTER

Salty prosciutto & fresh melon on simple skewers

Salty prosciutto & fresh melon on simple skewers

DINNER PARTY PLATTER

Salty prosciutto & fresh melon on simple skewers

Rich dark chocolatey mousse pie and fresh berries

SWEET TREAT

Rich dark chocolatey mousse pie and fresh berries

Rich dark chocolatey mousse pie and fresh berries

SWEET TREAT

Rich dark chocolatey mousse pie and fresh berries

chocolate peanut butter chia pudding perfect for a prep-ahead breakfast with dark sweet cherries and creamy peanut butter

BREAKFAST

Chocolate peanut butter chia pudding recipe | High-protein, Dairy-free

chocolate peanut butter chia pudding perfect for a prep-ahead breakfast with dark sweet cherries and creamy peanut butter

BREAKFAST

Chocolate peanut butter chia pudding recipe | High-protein, Dairy-free

girl in her kitchen with groceries that she bought with her grocery shopping budget and she saved money

WELLNESS READS

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girl in her kitchen with groceries that she bought with her grocery shopping budget and she saved money

WELLNESS READS

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husband and wife at a wedding, happily married and learning lessons about love, healthy choices, and dreaming big

WELLNESS READS

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husband and wife at a wedding, happily married and learning lessons about love, healthy choices, and dreaming big

WELLNESS READS

What one year of marriage has taught me about love, healthy choices, and dreaming big

Close-up of stacked protein balls with chocolate chips

SWEET TREAT

Dark chocolate chip cookie dough protein balls

Close-up of stacked protein balls with chocolate chips

SWEET TREAT

Dark chocolate chip cookie dough protein balls

Healthy snacks like a green smoothie, fresh fruit, and chia seeds organized in glass containers on top of a wooden cutting board

WELLNESS READS

13 great pieces of advice if you want to start living a healthier lifestyle today

Healthy snacks like a green smoothie, fresh fruit, and chia seeds organized in glass containers on top of a wooden cutting board

WELLNESS READS

13 great pieces of advice if you want to start living a healthier lifestyle today

Sunset overlooking the water

WELLNESS READS

10 game-changing habits to boost your energy

Sunset overlooking the water

WELLNESS READS

10 game-changing habits to boost your energy

Latest on the blog

an easy breakfast recipe of stewed apples, overnight oatmeal, and chia pudding in a glass jar with a spoon

RECIPE

Cinnamon apple overnight oats

healthy baked cinnamon apple oatmeal casserole

BREAKFAST

Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal Casserole

a healthy foodie guide from Southern California with fresh fish tacos and nachos from Malibou farm

HEALTHY FOODIE GUIDE

A healthy foodie's guide to Southern california

a healthy foodie guide issue 2 cover with fresh food from Brewery Bhavana in downtown Raleigh, NC

HEALTHY FOODIE GUIDE

A healthy foodie's guide to Raleigh, NC

a bright green chimichurri sauce in a food processor

SAUCES AND SIDES

Easy chimichurri sauce

ground beef skillet with fresh yellow, orange, and red bell peppers in a savory spicy sauce

LUNCH AND DINNER RECIPE

Firecracker beef bowls

A bowl of creamy pumpkin chicken curry made with coconut milk and shredded chicken, topped with pumpkin seeds and served with brown rice.

LUNCH AND DINNER RECIPE

Creamy pumpkin chicken curry

Bright orange pumpkin-flavored gluten-free scones with a rich dark chocolate drizzle for a sweet breakfast or afternoon treat.

BREAKFAST

Gluten-free pumpkin scones with a dark chocolate drizzle

Salty sweet pumpkin spice granola just in time for fall; in a glass container perfect for storing on the shelf in your kitchen

SNACK

Refined sugar-free Pumpkin spice granola

A creamy, dairy-free sauce perfect for burgers or fries. Made with ketchup, dill pickle relish, and mustard, it's a well balanced and flavorful topping.

SAUCES & SIDES

Dairy-free special burger sauce

Refreshing green pesto made with fresh basil, green kale, lemon juice, pine nuts, and garlic. An easy dairy-free, gluten-free sauce.

SAUCES & SIDES

Dairy-free kale basil pesto sauce

A juicy grass-fed beef patty in a refreshing lettuce wrap with crispy shoestring french fries and a creamy special sauce made with avocado mayonnaise.

LUNCH & DINNER

Grilled lettuce wrapped burgers & shoestring fries

Flaky salmon with a refreshing herb sauce & rice blend

LUNCH & DINNER

Sheet pan kale basil pesto salmon

Herby meatballs with roasted crispy potatoes

LUNCH & DINNER

Seared Italian turkey meatballs with roasted vegetables

Tender chicken, roasted vegetables & an avocado green sauce

LUNCH & DINNER

Chicken carnitas rice bowls

Creamy vanilla smoothie with warming cinnamon & crunchy granola

BREAKFAST

Pumpkin spice smoothie

Kale & chicken sausage egg bites, dairy-free, gluten-free and high in protein

BREAKFAST

Kale & chicken sausage egg bites

Crisp greens topped with taco beef & roasted sweet potato

LUNCH & DINNER

Roasted sweet potato taco salad

Shredded chicken with a spicy punch in a creamy sweet potato. This is an easy meal prep option for lunch or dinner, with lots of fresh vegetables to enjoy!

LUNCH & DINNER

Spicy chicken stuffed sweet potatoes

A creamy blend of fresh vegetables & sautéed chicken. An easy, meal-prep friendly salad recipe for lunch or dinner.

LUNCH & DINNER

Deconstructed arugula chicken salad

Tender chicken, sautéed vegetables & a bold red pepper sauce. This is an easy weeknight dinner with extra flavor from the Romesco, a Spanish inspired sauce.

LUNCH & DINNER

Moroccan chicken & sautéed vegetables with romesco

Tender chicken, crispy potatoes & a bold red pepper sauce

LUNCH & DINNER RECIPE

Moroccan chicken & roasted potatoes with romesco

Gluten-free, dairy-free vodka pasta made with brown rice noodles and spaghetti squash. Topped with sauteed lean ground beef and spinach, rich in iron. Sitting in a bowl, topped with basil and ready to be enjoyed.

LUNCH & DINNER

Dairy-free beef & spinach vodka pasta

Twelve high-protein, gluten-free, dairy-free chocolate protein balls made with cashews, dates, chocolate protein powder, cacao powder, cacao nibs, in a glass meal-prep container for an easy on-the-go snack.

SNACK

Brownie bite protein balls

Gluten-free, dairy-free Thai red curry made with coconut milk, warming tumeric, red bell peppers, seared chicken thighs, and fresh cilantro in a large blue pot sitting on the counter beside a bowl of white rice topped with fresh cilantro.

LUNCH & DINNER

Red Thai coconut curry

Gluten-free, dairy-free, and meal prep-friendly apple & maple chicken sausage breakfast in a black cast-iron skillet sitting on the counter. Includes freshly roasted russet potatoes, creamy yellow scrambled eggs with spinach, and sliced apple & maple chicken sausage)

BREAKFAST

Apple & maple chicken sausage breakfast skillet

Bright green zucchini, yellow squash and roasted sweet potato, topped with sage flavored turkey meatballs and drizzed with a maple almond butter drizzle on a white plate with the whole maple almond butter drizzle container sitting beside it. This gluten-free, dairy-free, fall-flavored dish is a healthy & easy weeknight dinner the whole family will enjoy.

LUNCH & DINNER

Sage & sweet potato turkey meatball bowl

Gluten-free and dairy-free baked oatmeal casserole with blueberries in a casserole dish for an easy breakfast that can be prepared ahead of time

BREAKFAST

Blueberry baked oatmeal casserole

Roasted blistered tomatoes and squash with stove top quinoa and baked salmon, this easy weeknight dinner is delicious.

LUNCH & DINNER

Roasted tomato salmon quinoa bowl

Fresh zucchini and yellow squash sautéed with olive oil, served with brown rice, grilled chicken, and a homemade herby green macadamia sauce.

LUNCH & DINNER RECIPE

Pan-seared chicken & zucchini with herby green sauce

stuffed sweet potatoes with ground turkey, spinach, broccoli, and Caesar dressing - an easy gluten-free, dairy-free weeknight dinner

LUNCH & DINNER

Turkey stuffed sweet potatoes

Cilantro lime rice with ground beef, sauteed peppers and onions, topped with creamy avocado and red salsa for an easy weeknight dinner that is gluten-free and dairy-free

LUNCH & DINNER

Cilantro-lime rice bowl

blackened chicken, green broccoli topped with pesto, roasted sweet potato topped with pesto, and sauerkraut on a plate for an easy weeknight dinner

LUNCH & DINNER

Blackened chicken with pesto broccoli & sweet potato

A breakfast casserole that can be prepped ahead of time with ground turkey, eggs, bell peppers, onions, and shredded hashbrowns. Enjoy this dairy-free gluten-free casserole

BREAKFAST

Bake-ahead egg & turkey breakfast casserole

A close up of homemade carrot cake protein balls, made with fresh oats, finely shredded carrots, chopped nuts, in a glass container meal prepped and ready for the week. This is the perfect healthy snack for on-the-go energy.

SNACK

Carrot cake protein balls

girl in her kitchen meal prepping for the week by preparing ingredients for healthy and delicious meals that prioritize protein, are gluten-free, and are dairy-free

WELLNESS READS

How to make a healthy meal plan for the week

a healthy sweet treat of mini dark chocolate sea salt nut butter cups with creamy almond butter and peanut butter

SWEET TREAT

A healthy sweet treat: Mini dark chocolate sea salt nut butter cups

Open-faced gluten-free BLT sandwich on buckwheat bread topped with turkey bacon, heirloom tomato slices, and a creamy avocado mayo spread — a fresh, healthy summer lunch option.

LUNCH & DINNER

Gluten-free heirloom BLTs with an arugula salad

high quality lean ground beef burgers with freshly sliced tomatoes and sweet potatoe fries, wrapped in fresh lettuce crunch wraps and a side of special burger sauce for dipping

LUNCH & DINNER

Lettuce-wrapped burgers with sweet potato fries

a fresh bed of arugula with roasted broccoli and white rice, topped with honey harissa chicken and garlic aioli

LUNCH & DINNER

Honey harissa chicken bowls (CAVA copycat)

Fresh blueberry scones, gluten-free and dairy-free, this breakfast is high in protein and will feel like you are at a local cafe

BREAKFAST

Gluten-free blueberry scones

high-protein egg bites with spicy roasted red pepper chicken sausage, bright green spinach - packed with flavor and easy to meal prep ahead of time for an easy breakfast on a busy morning

BREAKFAST

Red pepper chicken sausage & egg bites (Starbucks copycat recipe)

Creamy banana with rich cacao & nutty almond butter, this protein-packed smoothie will be the perfect start to your day!

BREAKFAST

Almond butter cacao smoothie

Fresh basil pesto with blistered tomatoes, sautéed asparagus and spinach all on a bed of warmed brown rice pasta and grilled chicken thighs. This healthy & easy dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner, with lots of color so you can nourish your body well. Pesto is one of my absolute favorite sauces, and this one is gluten-free and dairy-free. Enjoy!

LUNCH & DINNER

Tomato-basil pesto pasta

Golden-browned coconut-lime chicken thighs cooked in one pan with sautéed red and yellow bell peppers and onions, served with a glossy citrusy sauce. A vibrant, dairy-free, gluten-free weeknight dinner full of tropical flavor

LUNCH & DINNER

One-pan coconut-lime chicken thighs with sautéed peppers & onions

Sweet and sour chicken smash tacos topped with crispy air-fried broccoli and onions on a warm almond flour tortilla, garnished with coconut aminos, crunchy chili oil, and fresh lime. A colorful, dairy-free and gluten-free high-protein dish

LUNCH & DINNER

Sweet & sour chicken smash tacos

healthy chocolate chia pudding that is high in protein, gluten-free, and dairy-free with freshly sliced strawberries

BREAKFAST

High-protein chocolate strawberry chia pudding

moroccan chicken thighs with sweet yellow rice and grilled zucchini for a healthy and easy recipe using seasonal ingredients

LUNCH & DINNER

Moroccan chicken thighs with sweet yellow rice

pistachio-crusted white cod with boiled zucchini and crispy roasted turmeric potatoes with a honey dijon drizzled on top for added flavor

LUNCH & DINNER

Pistachio-crusted cod

crispy yellow roasted potatoes from the air fryer with paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and more in a clear bowl

SAUCES & SIDES

Crispy roasted yellow potatoes

gluten-free breakfast biscuits with chia seed jam, turkey sausage and an egg over medium

BREAKFAST

Gluten free breakfast biscuits with chia jam

kebabs with baby potatoes, lean ground beef, chimichurri, red bell peppers, onion, topped with chimichurri made of cilantro, parsley, and olive oil

LUNCH & DINNER

Sheet pan chimichurri kebabs

girl in the kitchen with air-tight containers for meal prepping on a budget to ensure freshness and flavor when it comes to eating healthy

WELLNESS READS

How to make the most of your groceries: budgeting, freshness, and food safety

healthy vanilla chia pudding recipe perfect for meal prep with blueberries, sliced banana, and peanut butter in a green bowl on a red table

BREAKFAST

High-protein sweet vanilla chia pudding

Triple berry summer salad with a simple lemon dijon vinaigrette with cucumbers, strawberries, white beans, raspberries, blueberries, and cucumber

DINNER PARTY PLATTER

Triple berry summer salad with a simple lemon dijon vinaigrette

Vibrant & colorful vegetable grazing board with garlic hummus

DINNER PARTY PLATTER

Vibrant & colorful vegetable grazing board with garlic hummus

Fresh and easy watermelon-mint & blueberry skewers

DINNER PARTY PLATTER

Fresh and easy watermelon-mint & blueberry skewers

Salty prosciutto & fresh melon on simple skewers

DINNER PARTY PLATTER

Salty prosciutto & fresh melon on simple skewers

Rich dark chocolatey mousse pie and fresh berries

SWEET TREAT

Rich dark chocolatey mousse pie and fresh berries

chocolate peanut butter chia pudding perfect for a prep-ahead breakfast with dark sweet cherries and creamy peanut butter

BREAKFAST

Chocolate peanut butter chia pudding recipe | High-protein, Dairy-free

girl in her kitchen with groceries that she bought with her grocery shopping budget and she saved money

WELLNESS READS

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husband and wife at a wedding, happily married and learning lessons about love, healthy choices, and dreaming big

WELLNESS READS

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Close-up of stacked protein balls with chocolate chips

SWEET TREAT

Dark chocolate chip cookie dough protein balls

Healthy snacks like a green smoothie, fresh fruit, and chia seeds organized in glass containers on top of a wooden cutting board

WELLNESS READS

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Sunset overlooking the water

WELLNESS READS

10 game-changing habits to boost your energy

Latest on the blog

an easy breakfast recipe of stewed apples, overnight oatmeal, and chia pudding in a glass jar with a spoon

RECIPE

Cinnamon apple overnight oats

healthy baked cinnamon apple oatmeal casserole

BREAKFAST

Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal Casserole

a healthy foodie guide from Southern California with fresh fish tacos and nachos from Malibou farm

HEALTHY FOODIE GUIDE

A healthy foodie's guide to Southern california

a healthy foodie guide issue 2 cover with fresh food from Brewery Bhavana in downtown Raleigh, NC

HEALTHY FOODIE GUIDE

A healthy foodie's guide to Raleigh, NC

a bright green chimichurri sauce in a food processor

SAUCES AND SIDES

Easy chimichurri sauce

ground beef skillet with fresh yellow, orange, and red bell peppers in a savory spicy sauce

LUNCH AND DINNER RECIPE

Firecracker beef bowls

A bowl of creamy pumpkin chicken curry made with coconut milk and shredded chicken, topped with pumpkin seeds and served with brown rice.

LUNCH AND DINNER RECIPE

Creamy pumpkin chicken curry

Bright orange pumpkin-flavored gluten-free scones with a rich dark chocolate drizzle for a sweet breakfast or afternoon treat.

BREAKFAST

Gluten-free pumpkin scones with a dark chocolate drizzle

Salty sweet pumpkin spice granola just in time for fall; in a glass container perfect for storing on the shelf in your kitchen

SNACK

Refined sugar-free Pumpkin spice granola

A creamy, dairy-free sauce perfect for burgers or fries. Made with ketchup, dill pickle relish, and mustard, it's a well balanced and flavorful topping.

SAUCES & SIDES

Dairy-free special burger sauce

Refreshing green pesto made with fresh basil, green kale, lemon juice, pine nuts, and garlic. An easy dairy-free, gluten-free sauce.

SAUCES & SIDES

Dairy-free kale basil pesto sauce

A juicy grass-fed beef patty in a refreshing lettuce wrap with crispy shoestring french fries and a creamy special sauce made with avocado mayonnaise.

LUNCH & DINNER

Grilled lettuce wrapped burgers & shoestring fries

Flaky salmon with a refreshing herb sauce & rice blend

LUNCH & DINNER

Sheet pan kale basil pesto salmon

Herby meatballs with roasted crispy potatoes

LUNCH & DINNER

Seared Italian turkey meatballs with roasted vegetables

Tender chicken, roasted vegetables & an avocado green sauce

LUNCH & DINNER

Chicken carnitas rice bowls

Creamy vanilla smoothie with warming cinnamon & crunchy granola

BREAKFAST

Pumpkin spice smoothie

Kale & chicken sausage egg bites, dairy-free, gluten-free and high in protein

BREAKFAST

Kale & chicken sausage egg bites

Crisp greens topped with taco beef & roasted sweet potato

LUNCH & DINNER

Roasted sweet potato taco salad

Shredded chicken with a spicy punch in a creamy sweet potato. This is an easy meal prep option for lunch or dinner, with lots of fresh vegetables to enjoy!

LUNCH & DINNER

Spicy chicken stuffed sweet potatoes

A creamy blend of fresh vegetables & sautéed chicken. An easy, meal-prep friendly salad recipe for lunch or dinner.

LUNCH & DINNER

Deconstructed arugula chicken salad

Tender chicken, sautéed vegetables & a bold red pepper sauce. This is an easy weeknight dinner with extra flavor from the Romesco, a Spanish inspired sauce.

LUNCH & DINNER

Moroccan chicken & sautéed vegetables with romesco

Tender chicken, crispy potatoes & a bold red pepper sauce

LUNCH & DINNER RECIPE

Moroccan chicken & roasted potatoes with romesco

Gluten-free, dairy-free vodka pasta made with brown rice noodles and spaghetti squash. Topped with sauteed lean ground beef and spinach, rich in iron. Sitting in a bowl, topped with basil and ready to be enjoyed.

LUNCH & DINNER

Dairy-free beef & spinach vodka pasta

Twelve high-protein, gluten-free, dairy-free chocolate protein balls made with cashews, dates, chocolate protein powder, cacao powder, cacao nibs, in a glass meal-prep container for an easy on-the-go snack.

SNACK

Brownie bite protein balls

Gluten-free, dairy-free Thai red curry made with coconut milk, warming tumeric, red bell peppers, seared chicken thighs, and fresh cilantro in a large blue pot sitting on the counter beside a bowl of white rice topped with fresh cilantro.

LUNCH & DINNER

Red Thai coconut curry

Gluten-free, dairy-free, and meal prep-friendly apple & maple chicken sausage breakfast in a black cast-iron skillet sitting on the counter. Includes freshly roasted russet potatoes, creamy yellow scrambled eggs with spinach, and sliced apple & maple chicken sausage)

BREAKFAST

Apple & maple chicken sausage breakfast skillet

Bright green zucchini, yellow squash and roasted sweet potato, topped with sage flavored turkey meatballs and drizzed with a maple almond butter drizzle on a white plate with the whole maple almond butter drizzle container sitting beside it. This gluten-free, dairy-free, fall-flavored dish is a healthy & easy weeknight dinner the whole family will enjoy.

LUNCH & DINNER

Sage & sweet potato turkey meatball bowl

Gluten-free and dairy-free baked oatmeal casserole with blueberries in a casserole dish for an easy breakfast that can be prepared ahead of time

BREAKFAST

Blueberry baked oatmeal casserole

Roasted blistered tomatoes and squash with stove top quinoa and baked salmon, this easy weeknight dinner is delicious.

LUNCH & DINNER

Roasted tomato salmon quinoa bowl

Fresh zucchini and yellow squash sautéed with olive oil, served with brown rice, grilled chicken, and a homemade herby green macadamia sauce.

LUNCH & DINNER RECIPE

Pan-seared chicken & zucchini with herby green sauce

stuffed sweet potatoes with ground turkey, spinach, broccoli, and Caesar dressing - an easy gluten-free, dairy-free weeknight dinner

LUNCH & DINNER

Turkey stuffed sweet potatoes

Cilantro lime rice with ground beef, sauteed peppers and onions, topped with creamy avocado and red salsa for an easy weeknight dinner that is gluten-free and dairy-free

LUNCH & DINNER

Cilantro-lime rice bowl

blackened chicken, green broccoli topped with pesto, roasted sweet potato topped with pesto, and sauerkraut on a plate for an easy weeknight dinner

LUNCH & DINNER

Blackened chicken with pesto broccoli & sweet potato

A breakfast casserole that can be prepped ahead of time with ground turkey, eggs, bell peppers, onions, and shredded hashbrowns. Enjoy this dairy-free gluten-free casserole

BREAKFAST

Bake-ahead egg & turkey breakfast casserole

A close up of homemade carrot cake protein balls, made with fresh oats, finely shredded carrots, chopped nuts, in a glass container meal prepped and ready for the week. This is the perfect healthy snack for on-the-go energy.

SNACK

Carrot cake protein balls

girl in her kitchen meal prepping for the week by preparing ingredients for healthy and delicious meals that prioritize protein, are gluten-free, and are dairy-free

WELLNESS READS

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a healthy sweet treat of mini dark chocolate sea salt nut butter cups with creamy almond butter and peanut butter

SWEET TREAT

A healthy sweet treat: Mini dark chocolate sea salt nut butter cups

Open-faced gluten-free BLT sandwich on buckwheat bread topped with turkey bacon, heirloom tomato slices, and a creamy avocado mayo spread — a fresh, healthy summer lunch option.

LUNCH & DINNER

Gluten-free heirloom BLTs with an arugula salad

high quality lean ground beef burgers with freshly sliced tomatoes and sweet potatoe fries, wrapped in fresh lettuce crunch wraps and a side of special burger sauce for dipping

LUNCH & DINNER

Lettuce-wrapped burgers with sweet potato fries

a fresh bed of arugula with roasted broccoli and white rice, topped with honey harissa chicken and garlic aioli

LUNCH & DINNER

Honey harissa chicken bowls (CAVA copycat)

Fresh blueberry scones, gluten-free and dairy-free, this breakfast is high in protein and will feel like you are at a local cafe

BREAKFAST

Gluten-free blueberry scones

high-protein egg bites with spicy roasted red pepper chicken sausage, bright green spinach - packed with flavor and easy to meal prep ahead of time for an easy breakfast on a busy morning

BREAKFAST

Red pepper chicken sausage & egg bites (Starbucks copycat recipe)

Creamy banana with rich cacao & nutty almond butter, this protein-packed smoothie will be the perfect start to your day!

BREAKFAST

Almond butter cacao smoothie

Fresh basil pesto with blistered tomatoes, sautéed asparagus and spinach all on a bed of warmed brown rice pasta and grilled chicken thighs. This healthy & easy dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner, with lots of color so you can nourish your body well. Pesto is one of my absolute favorite sauces, and this one is gluten-free and dairy-free. Enjoy!

LUNCH & DINNER

Tomato-basil pesto pasta

Golden-browned coconut-lime chicken thighs cooked in one pan with sautéed red and yellow bell peppers and onions, served with a glossy citrusy sauce. A vibrant, dairy-free, gluten-free weeknight dinner full of tropical flavor

LUNCH & DINNER

One-pan coconut-lime chicken thighs with sautéed peppers & onions

Sweet and sour chicken smash tacos topped with crispy air-fried broccoli and onions on a warm almond flour tortilla, garnished with coconut aminos, crunchy chili oil, and fresh lime. A colorful, dairy-free and gluten-free high-protein dish

LUNCH & DINNER

Sweet & sour chicken smash tacos

healthy chocolate chia pudding that is high in protein, gluten-free, and dairy-free with freshly sliced strawberries

BREAKFAST

High-protein chocolate strawberry chia pudding

moroccan chicken thighs with sweet yellow rice and grilled zucchini for a healthy and easy recipe using seasonal ingredients

LUNCH & DINNER

Moroccan chicken thighs with sweet yellow rice

pistachio-crusted white cod with boiled zucchini and crispy roasted turmeric potatoes with a honey dijon drizzled on top for added flavor

LUNCH & DINNER

Pistachio-crusted cod

crispy yellow roasted potatoes from the air fryer with paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and more in a clear bowl

SAUCES & SIDES

Crispy roasted yellow potatoes

gluten-free breakfast biscuits with chia seed jam, turkey sausage and an egg over medium

BREAKFAST

Gluten free breakfast biscuits with chia jam

kebabs with baby potatoes, lean ground beef, chimichurri, red bell peppers, onion, topped with chimichurri made of cilantro, parsley, and olive oil

LUNCH & DINNER

Sheet pan chimichurri kebabs

girl in the kitchen with air-tight containers for meal prepping on a budget to ensure freshness and flavor when it comes to eating healthy

WELLNESS READS

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healthy vanilla chia pudding recipe perfect for meal prep with blueberries, sliced banana, and peanut butter in a green bowl on a red table

BREAKFAST

High-protein sweet vanilla chia pudding

Triple berry summer salad with a simple lemon dijon vinaigrette with cucumbers, strawberries, white beans, raspberries, blueberries, and cucumber

DINNER PARTY PLATTER

Triple berry summer salad with a simple lemon dijon vinaigrette

Vibrant & colorful vegetable grazing board with garlic hummus

DINNER PARTY PLATTER

Vibrant & colorful vegetable grazing board with garlic hummus

Fresh and easy watermelon-mint & blueberry skewers

DINNER PARTY PLATTER

Fresh and easy watermelon-mint & blueberry skewers

Salty prosciutto & fresh melon on simple skewers

DINNER PARTY PLATTER

Salty prosciutto & fresh melon on simple skewers

Rich dark chocolatey mousse pie and fresh berries

SWEET TREAT

Rich dark chocolatey mousse pie and fresh berries

chocolate peanut butter chia pudding perfect for a prep-ahead breakfast with dark sweet cherries and creamy peanut butter

BREAKFAST

Chocolate peanut butter chia pudding recipe | High-protein, Dairy-free

girl in her kitchen with groceries that she bought with her grocery shopping budget and she saved money

WELLNESS READS

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husband and wife at a wedding, happily married and learning lessons about love, healthy choices, and dreaming big

WELLNESS READS

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Close-up of stacked protein balls with chocolate chips

SWEET TREAT

Dark chocolate chip cookie dough protein balls

Healthy snacks like a green smoothie, fresh fruit, and chia seeds organized in glass containers on top of a wooden cutting board

WELLNESS READS

13 great pieces of advice if you want to start living a healthier lifestyle today

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WELLNESS READS

10 game-changing habits to boost your energy

  • a prepped container with chocolate peanut butter chia pudding that is high-protein, gluten-free, and dairy-free
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  • Bowl of garlic steak with cilantro lime rice, topped with avocado
  • What I bought vs. prepped vs. ate for a week of healthy meals
  • A bowl of spinach basil pesto pasta

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