Mediterranean Pasta with Shrimp

Decided to go with a lighter meal this time around since we've really enjoyed a ton of delicious smoked BBQ recently (don't worry, there'll be plenty more to come). This healthy Mediterranean Pasta with Shrimp is SUPER EASY, light and full of flavor. You can really taste the fresh ingredients in this and the high fiber from the whole wheat pasta will keep you full so you can enjoy this meal throughout the week! Healthy meal prep ideas, anyone?

Thai Basil Chicken

For those who have seen the latest sneak peek video, the wait is overrrr!!! Here's what we made!

The herb plant you saw in the video? It was basil. If you know me, then you know my love for chicken is unreal 😂 . Ever since I got married and moved away, I haven't been able to enjoy all the delicious food my mom makes. So I decided to make..Thai Basil Chicken! The fresh basil and lots of it makes or breaks this dish in my honest opinion. If you'd like to try this recipe, you can check it out on my blog that's linked above. #theplatedview

Low Carb, High Protein Waffles

My first ever pour shot!!! I've been in search of the perfect recipe for protein waffles because let's face it...who doesn't love a good buttery, airy, crispy golden waffle?!

All deliciousness aside, I actually have been in diet mode for some time now and I've got only 5 weeks to go until I hit LA (for work) and I want to be ready for it. I decided to give this recipe a try in hopes that it didn't leave the dry, protein powder texture and taste.

Result? These were THE BEST tasting lower carb protein waffles I've ever tried thus far and these will definitely satisfy your waffle craving, especially on a diet. Pair it with your favorite syrup and/or fruit(s). .

* Fair warning, it'll heavily depend on the kind of protein powder you use as well and my go to was the @gasparinutrition Vanilla Ice Cream Myofusion protein powder. Myofusion is even GREAT in plain water and milk (vanilla ice cream shake, anyone?)

Ingredients:

• 2 scoops of your favorite protein powder (I used Gaspari Nutrition's Myofusion)

 • 2 tbsp peanut butter (make sure it's creamy, with no sugar added)

• 3 tbsp coconut oil (melted)

• 3 large eggs

• 1/2 tsp gluten free baking powder tbsp gluten free baking powder

• A SPLASH (very important as too much can ruin it) of almond milk.

•1/2 tsp sea salt (optional)

Directions:

1. Place all ingredients into a blender, and blend until smooth. Be sure not to over blend. You're basically just trying to make sure you get rid of lumps and to make sure the dry ingredients are well mixed. Over blending could result in really thick batter .

2. Preheat your waffle iron. Transfer the batter into the waffle iron (it will be thick) and distribute evenly. Cooks for about 4-5 minutes, but it may vary manufacturer to manufacture. Typically golden brown.

Moroccan Cauliflower Soup

It’s cold outside and you’re looking for something other than a chili recipe. A simple soup recipe that’ll get the job done without putting forth a ton of effort or maybe you’ve got a ton of cauliflower that you don’t know what to do with. Picky eaters in the household? NO PROBLEM! Full of cozy Moroccan spices and vegetables, this healthy soup will blow your taste buds away.

It’s a healthy cauliflower soup that’s easy and delicious. This cauliflower soup is vegan and full of spices and perfect for those cold nights!

Swiss Mushroom Burger

Swiss Mushroom Burger

AHHHH…#theburgershot finally revealed. I was chasing the perfect burger that would look good for my photoshoot and boy it did not disappoint! I LOVE mushrooms and that’s really an understatement. I really enjoyed making this burger and how the image(s) turned out. Click the title if you’d like to make it also.

Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Chicken Tacos

Not your traditional taco! Spice things up a little with this sun dried tomato pesto chicken taco recipe.

Rise and shine! Breakfast Sandwiches

“Nothing brings people together like good breakfast food.”

Ahhh…simplicity at it's best. A sandwich full of your favorite breakfast ingredients. Who doesn't love a breakfast sandwich?!

Seriously..ANYONE can make this. You don't always have to make things from scratch. Sometimes you get home late from work and all you want to do is throw things together. Tastes just how it looks…amazing!

Spicy Thai Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mao)

Tastes just like the restaurant…plus it’s slightly healthier for you, I promise!

Gone are the days of waking up at 12 in the afternoon to the smell of something being fried up in the kitchen. The aroma and smoke from all of the spices being stirred up in oil in a giant wok. I miss my mother's cooking.

I was craving a simple noodle dish that my wife and I could enjoy for our meal prep lunches for the week and I came across a pad kee mao (spicy thai drunken noodles) recipe. For those of you who really know me..you'd know that I've been trying to cut out sugar and have been watching my sodium intake lately. I replaced regular sugar with a substitute and used low sodium soy sauce instead. It still tastes amazing, I promise! Skip the take out and take pride in something that tastes just like the restaurant. Enjoy!

Easy Salmon Dish

I love salmon and so does my wife. It’s so versatile, so hearty, full of protein, vitamin A, and omega fatty acids! Essentials to the proper functioning of the heart and brain. Fish has always been a staple in my family growing up and so I'm always trying to whip up different variations of it!