Well-balanced lunch and dinner recipes that prioritize protein and fiber for keep you fuller for longer – with many easy meal prep options.
I might be a little biased, but this sweet potato quinoa bowl with a honey sriracha sauce was so delicious – I had a hard time not going in for seconds. If you’ve been following me for awhile, you know that Moderately Messy RD is not a recipe blog. However, occasionally I will come up with […]
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Eating pizza doesn’t have to have that “unhealthy” stigma surrounding it – at least not with this healthy Mediterranean diet pizza recipe. The Mediterranean diet is one of the most recommended diets by nutrition experts – and for good reason! This diet prioritizes fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats, beans, legumes and seeds.
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This Mediterranean grain bowl is a staple in our household, my go-to meal whenever I don’t feel like looking up new recipes for the week. It’s just a meal that feels fresh and healthy – with the antioxidants from the veggies, fiber from the quinoa and beans, and healthy fats from the olive oil and
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This super simple protein pasta sauce with hidden veggies uses just THREE ingredients to make it packed with protein, vitamin A, potassium and fiber. As a busy mom, it’s my take on balancing convenience and nutrition – while attempting to feed the entire family without making an array of different meals. It’s a simple way
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It’s that time of year again, where we crave comforting flavors and cozy weekends. This butternut squash quinoa bowl is the perfect combination of sweet and savory. Warning: you might not be able to stop eating it. Even though cutting butternut squash can seem daunting, this recipe only takes about 30 minutes to make. Quinoa acts
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There’s nothing better than a lazy Sunday, with a super simple meal included. This Mexican chili recipe is the perfect Sunday staple for those fall and winter months. It’s also ideal for busy weeknights where you don’t have a lot of time to cook (and it makes great leftovers). I suppose it’s called Mexican chili
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This buffalo chicken crockpot pasta doesn’t skimp on flavor, can be made in just one pan (a crockpot!), and is healthier than your average pasta. It’s only 6-ingredients and so simple to make! This is one of my favorite crockpot recipes of all time because it’s delicious and perfect for a low-maintenance meal. This recipe uses
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Enjoy a delicious twist on an Italian classic with this chicken alfredo spaghetti squash recipe. If there are two things I am obsessed with lately – it’s spaghetti squash and cottage cheese. These two healthy ingredients combined make this deliciously creamy and nutritious dish. As an Italian, I absolutely love pasta. However, sometimes it is
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Making cottage cheese pasta sauce just makes sense. Its creamy, subtle flavor profile works well with most pasta dishes while increasing the protein content. This post includes a decadent butternut squash pasta sauce recipe perfect for a fall or winter comfort dish. The crispy pancetta with the rich cottage cheese butternut squash blend combines both sweet
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Here’s a healthy twist on a traditional macaroni and cheese – in this recipe, I combine the “hidden veggie” trick with the addition of cottage cheese for extra protein. If you’re looking for equal parts tasty and healthy – give this cottage cheese mac and cheese a try! This recipe is a part of my “busy
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