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Roasted Broccoli w/ Tahini Dipping Sauce

Instead of frying, just roast these tasty little florets a high temperature for a crispy broccoli piece that has tons of crunch with a lot less oil.  Sometimes it’s just a matter of getting creative with our vegetables to keep things interesting!! This dish goes wonderfully with a drizzle of a mediterranean style dressing of tahini-garlic-lemon. 

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Marinated Cherry Tomatoes

These easy marinated cherry tomatoes are bursting with flavor, so easy to prepare, and perfect for hydrating your skin and cells on a hot summer evening.  Whip up this 5 min cherry tomato salad, perfect addition over fresh fish, on the side with a meat/fish, or even just tossed with some chickpeas, quinoa, or spinach for a meal. 

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Baked Lemon Garlic Salmon

This baked garlic salmon is SO easy, takes only 5 minutes to put in the dish, and then 15 minutes to cook.  The mediterranean style flavors of lemon, extra virgin olive oil, and thyme make for a delicious table favorite.  Pair with a side of roasted asparagus or a simple arugula salad. 

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One-Pan Sautéed Beef, Peppers & Onions

This recipe is one that is super SIMPLE - it takes about 15-20 minutes from start to finish.  You can use ground beef or turkey and any type of peppers to this dish.  Serve as is (personally the easiest option) or with a side salad, or even stuffed into taco shells or a tortilla for "Burrito" style.  Either way, cooking at home in a one pan meal is easy and something anyone can do!

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Roasted Sweets + Beets

This is a staple in our household because I can use these sweet and tasty treats all week long in multiple dishes! Complex carbohydrates are excellent for long lasting fuel - whether you are looking to manage hormones, sustain long workouts, or fuel for your day to prevent hunger pangs in 1 hr of eating - fuel up with some hearty sweets & beets!

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Lemon Salmon with Kalamata Olives

This Garlic Lemon Salmon was oh soo delicious and took under 15 minutes - so it's easy and you can do it!  Fish (especially salmon) is fich in healthy omega-3 fats (DHEA being one of them) and is extremely important for cell function. This recipe is foolproof and a great way to get in these important nutrients into your week!

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Low-Carb Chicken Fajitas

An easy family favorite that ensures you'll have antioxidants, vitamins, fiber, protein, and healthy fats. This meal took about 15 minutes from prep to table!  Sautéed peppers and onions, with some chicken tenders in a taco seasoning dry rub fit perfectly in these Boston Bibb lettuce cups to make for a low carb meal.  I topped it with lots of avocado and salsa too for extra healthy fats (and delicious flavors).  

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