Summer cucumber limeade spritzer mocktail

In a tall glass, gently muddle the cucumber, and half the mint. Fill the glass with ice. Add the remaining mint and basil. Squeeze the lime into the glass and then add the squeezed lime…

Summer Citrus Smoothie

Blend all ingredients together until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more juice if needed. Serve chilled.

Hemp Seed Energy Balls

Add all ingredients to a mixing bowl and stir to combine well. Roll tablespoon size balls, wet hands can help! Place on a parchment-lined sheet pan and pop in the freezer for 10-20 minutes to…

Peanut Butter Banana Chia Pudding

Mash your banana and add to a​ glass jar with the rest of your​ ingredients. Mix thoroughly.​ Refrigerate 2-3 hours and enjoy!

Grilled Garlicky Pork Chops with Lemon & Rosemary

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Place the pork chops in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Turn to coat well. Refrigerate…

Berry Banana Protein Smoothie

Instructions  Add cottage cheese, banana, mixed berries, honey, protein powder, and milk or juice to a blender.  Blend until smooth and creamy!

Protein-Packed Cheesy Dip

Instructions  In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.  Add the cottage cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and milk to the pan, stirring constantly until the cheese melts and the mixture is smooth.  Stir in…

Protein-Packed “Cheesecake” Dip

Instructions  In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and maple syrup.  Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.  Taste and adjust sweetness, adding…

Cottage Cheese and Avocado Protein Toast

Instructions  Toast the bread slices until golden brown.  Spread a layer of mashed avocado on each slice of toast.  Spoon cottage cheese over the avocado and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if…

Smoky Paprika and Honey Marinade for Spatchcock Chicken

How to Spatchcock a Chicken  Place the chicken breast-side down on a cutting board.  Using sharp kitchen shears, cut along both sides of the backbone from tail to neck, removing it completely. Discard or save…

Grilled Chicken with Bourbon-Peppercorn Marinade

Instructions  In a bowl, whisk together bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, rosemary, crushed peppercorns, garlic, and olive oil.  Coat the chicken breasts in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, up…

Mango Cucumber Salad with Chili-Lime Dressing

A simple, no-cook way to dress up fresh berries. Great on their own or spooned over yogurt, pancakes, or ice cream.  Instructions  In a large bowl, combine mango, cucumber, and red onion.  In a small…

Summer Berries with Mint Sugar

A simple, no-cook way to dress up fresh berries. Great on their own or spooned over yogurt, pancakes, or ice cream.  Instructions  In a small bowl, mix sugar and chopped mint.  In a larger bowl,…

Roasted Stone Fruit with Honey and Yogurt

Instructions:  Preheat oven to 400°F.  Arrange fruit halves cut-side up on a baking sheet. Brush with oil and drizzle with 1 tbsp honey. Sprinkle with cinnamon if using.  Roast for 15–20 minutes, until softened and…

Cucumber and Watermelon Summer Salad with Feta

Instructions:  Combine the watermelon, cucumber, and feta in a large bowl.  Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.  Garnish with fresh mint and serve chilled. 

Spicy Mango Salsa

Instructions:  Combine mango, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl.  Season with salt to taste and serve with your favorite grilled dishes. 

Quick Refrigerator Dilly Beans

Instructions:  Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 1 minute, then transfer to an ice bath to cool. Drain and pat dry.  Pack the beans vertically into a clean quart jar, along with garlic…