Air frying sides dishes is a game changer, it is fast, easy and amazing. You have to try the air fried french fries, broccoli and brussel sprouts. Air Fryer Asparagus Nothing says spring quite like blooming flowers and when asparagus hits the supermarket! Asparagus is one of the first fresh vegetables to hit stores that begins the trickle of fruits and vegetables in season. Tall woodsy stalks that turn into incredibly delicious tender goodness....
Air Fryer Turkey Meatloaf I’m obsessed with my air fryer and use it to make everything like Air Fryer Chicken Breast, Air Fryer Baked Potatoes, and even Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs! I shared a recipe for Individual Fiesta Turkey Meatloaves in my first air fryer cookbook, but I have never posted an air fryer meatloaf recipe on my blog. Since I make turkey meatloaf for dinner at least once a month because Tommy loves it, I made it in the air fryer this time....
If you think this turkey is good then you need to try these other amazing side dishes that you can cook in your air fryer! Like these Sweet Potatoes, Brussel Sprouts, or even these super yummy Carrots! Air Fryer Turkey I know, I know, cooking a turkey in an air fryer isn’t the most common way to cook it but guess what?! It should be! This turkey turned out AMAZING....
Almost every home has their own unique recipe and this is my technique for making delicious Punjabi Aloo Paratha at home. Aloo Paratha are crispy on the outside, with a tender potato filling. The word ‘aloo’ refers to the potato stuffing and ‘paratha’ to the light and flaky bread. Of all the stuffed breads India is famous for, Aloo Paratha is the one loved in every family kitchen and such a popular breakfast option....
Apples are a must when making any fall dessert. They are so soft and juicy when baked, and their tart flavor pairs perfectly with warm spices! Apple galette, tart, and cobbler are more rustic desserts to try out this fall! Cinnamon Apple Streusel Muffin Recipe As much as I love some pumpkin, I think apple recipes are highly underrated for fall. Apple is king in my book. The way the tart, sweet flavor of apple blends with cinnamon and nutmeg is so delicious....
Nothing beats a salad for a light lunch or a fresh dinner side! Strawberry avocado spinach salad, classic Caesar, and antipasto salad are a few of my favorites that you should try in your meal lineup for the week! Parmesan Arugula Salad With Lemon Vinaigrette Arugula is one of my favorite veggies to throw in a salad. It’s honestly so underrated! If you haven’t tried it before, it has a wonderfully crisp texture and bright, peppery flavor....
Asian Peanut Noodles with Chicken This dish is so popular on my blog I included it in my first cookbook, The Skinnytaste Cookbook (photo credit above Penny De Los Santos). To lighten up this dish, I load it up with lean protein and lots of veggies. If you love peanut sauce, you will also love this Chicken Satay with Spicy Peanut Sauce and these Shrimp Summer Rolls with Hoisin Peanut Sauce....
There are so many delicious ways to make a fry! If you love a variety of ways to enjoy fries try this Best Ever Baked Parmesan Garlic Potato Wedges, Baked Zucchini Fries, Crispy Garlic Avocado Fries (Baked) or Parmesan Herb Asparagus Fries with Creamy Greek Yogurt Ranch. Crispy Garlic Sweet Potato Fries Recipe Sweet potatoes are one of my favorite side dishes. They are easy to make, have so much flavor and the best part is, they are healthy!...
Blackened Shrimp and Cheesy Grits I just got back from a girls trip to Anna Maria Islands in Florida, and I ate my weight in blackened fish tacos and all the seafood I could get my hands on. Blackened shrimp and grits were popular there, and after tasting my friend’s dish in one of our stops, which came with the cheesiest, creamiest grits, I knew I had to recreate them, only a bit lighter....
Lightened Up Blueberry Muffins Isn’t it frustrating when you buy a blueberry muffin thinking it’s a good breakfast option and it’s basically a dessert disguising itself as something healthy? (And why are coffee shop muffins so huge?!) This blueberry muffin recipe is lightly sweetened, with only 2 teaspoons of sugar per muffin, and applesauce replaces most of the butter or oil. The results are moist, delicious, and will satisfy that blueberry muffin craving without the stuff you don’t need!...
Oh my. It is amazing how one extra step in making the classic rice krispies treat can blow your mind. I am always down to make rice krispies. They are so simple yet amazing. I probably could down an entire pan if I let myself. I am obsessed with anything brown butter so I couldn’t wait to try it on rice krispies! As soon as I had an ooey gooey bite I was hooked....
I love Bruschetta. It is seriously one of the easiest appetizers to make because there is no cooking required. If you’re new to cooking, Bruschetta is one of the easiest recipes to make because it’s hard to mess up. My Desi version of Bruschetta is delicious and packed with flavor. It would make a great appetizer for a bbq party or a potluck. I love eating Bruschetta on super toasty and crunchy bread, almost to the point of charred....
Candy Corn Fruit Parfaits Confession: I strongly dislike candy corns. As a kid I was always disappointed to find them in my trick or treat bag. But candy corns are such great inspiration for Halloween treats and decorations, I just had to share this. You basically layer orange and yellow fruit in clear cups and top with whipped cream. I used mandarin oranges and pineapple because I love the combination, but you can also use mangos, melon, oranges – whatever....
Fall is my favorite time of the year. I especially love all of the fall baking that comes with it. Fall desserts are amazing. One of my favorite desserts are these Pecan Pie Bars. How can you now love a shortbread buttery crust with pecans and a caramel glaze coating on top? Now let’s take it to the next level and add some chocolate! 🙂 Everything is better with some chocolate....
Are you guys as excited for summer as I am? This warmer weather has been amazing here in Utah. Especially after all of this rain! We have had a BBQ four days in a row now. We love being outside and BBQ’s are so much fun. I made this quick and easy poke cake for our last BBQ and it was a HIT! This cake is so easy to put together and we all couldn’t get enough of it!...
Cherry Lime Ice Pops Cherry is my favorite ice pop flavor! But the ice pops you get at the store are usually nothing more than red dye, artificial flavors and sugar. These homemade cherry pops are made with real ingredients and taste like real cherries! More fun summer treats are Lemon and Ginger Ice Pops, Pina Colada Ice Pops, Citrus Basil Mojito Ice Pops, and Peaches and Cream Popsicles. I love the deep red color you get from using real cherries and the flavor is not that artificial cherry taste you get from those imitation flavored pops, it’s richer with a more intense cherry taste....
Chicken with Tomato and Onion This summer chicken dish is perfect when you want to whip up something quick, easy and light! A naturally gluten free, dairy free and low carb dish, great for a keto diet. More of my favorite easy chicken recipes are Caprese Chicken Skillet, Grilled Chicken with Spinach and Melted Mozzarella. Also this Zesty Lime Grilled Chicken with Pineapple Salsa. These roasted veggies are so good so good together and so pretty....
Chickpea Egg Salad I’m obsessed with chickpeas, I can literally eat them right out of the can. My husband, on the other hand doesn’t share my chickpea love so I usually have them for lunch when he’s not around. And now that chickpeas and eggs are zero points on the new Weight Watchers Freestyle program, I love them even more! So easy to do with my foolproof hard boiled egg recipe....
There are quite a few variations of this chutney. Some folks also add tomatoes which helps the chutney last longer, some add sev and skip the nuts, and some add a little mint which adds an element of freshness to the chutney. I usually have a small batch of green chutney in the fridge. If you ever wonder what to make, at the very least, make a Chutney Cheese Grilled Cheese....
For more cilantro lime recipes be sure to make: Cilantro Lime Shrimp Lettuce Wraps, Grilled Honey Lime Cilantro Chicken, or try Slow Cooker Creamy Cilantro Lime Chicken. Pan Seared Salmon You know my love for salmon. And you would think that I would be getting sick of it by now, but nope! Salmon has been a huge part of my 40 pound baby weight loss. And I finally hit my goal!...
