by McKenna Gordon | Aug 28, 2016 | Kid Friendly, Recipes, Side Dish, Snack, Vegetarian
Roasted chickpeas make a great, real food snack, salad addition, or side dish. You can make them about a million different ways so they never get old, and if you choose to dehydrate them after you roast them, they’ll keep well in your fridge or pantry. Here are...
by McKenna Gordon | Oct 14, 2013 | Breakfast, Kid Friendly, Recipes, Side Dish, Snack
Where I live, summer lasts about 3 months, winter lasts at least 6 months, and spring and fall are short and fleeting. Fall is my favorite season, except for the part where it’s a harsh reminder that a long, dark winter is ahead. For that reason alone, I...
by McKenna Gordon | Jun 22, 2012 | Main Dish, Raw, Recipes, Side Dish, Soup, Vegetarian
I added my personal tweak to this amazing Zucchini soup recipe several months ago and it has since become a favorite of mine. I love that I can throw it together in about 15 minutes and it’s ready to eat. I also love that the kids will eat it (even if they...
by McKenna Gordon | Mar 5, 2012 | Raw, Recipes, Salad, Side Dish, Vegetarian
Before I give you this pear salad recipe, let me just say one little bit about salads in general. They’ve become much more popular the last several years because of the trend in sweetening things up with fruit, candied nuts, and super sugary dressing. But this...
by McKenna Gordon | Mar 5, 2012 | Kid Friendly, Recipes, Side Dish, Snack
These healthy potato chips are so delicious and so easy to make! Sweet potatoes are nutritional power-houses. They pack more dietary fiber, healthy complex carbohydrates, protein, vitamins A & C, iron and calcium than most other veggies. This recipe is a perfect...
by McKenna Gordon | Mar 5, 2012 | Kid Friendly, Raw, Recipes, Side Dish, Snack, Vegetarian
This is a fun, healthy snack recipe for kids or adults. It can also be served as a side to any lunch or dinner. My family likes it because it adds a little unique flavor to such a classic snack. I think dill brings out sweet deliciousness on any vegetable. And the...
by McKenna Gordon | Mar 5, 2012 | Kid Friendly, Raw, Recipes, Side Dish, Snack, Vegetarian
This is one of the very easiest no cook recipes for kids ever. I love it for so many reasons… It’s great for picky eaters, because you can customize it for your little one. Kids think they’re so much fun to eat. They take all of 30 seconds to throw...
by McKenna Gordon | Mar 4, 2012 | Main Dish, Raw, Recipes, Side Dish, Vegetarian, Wraps & Sandwiches
This is a really healthy take on a Thai lettuce wraps recipe that takes about 10 minutes to make. Ten minutes, people! First, let me tell you that if you like cauliflower even a little bit, you’ll love this recipe. If you hate cauliflower, you’ll be able...
by McKenna Gordon | Mar 2, 2012 | Dips & Sauces, Mexican, Recipes, Side Dish, Snack
This is one of our favorite and hopefully one of many Pico De Gallo Recipes. It’s like combining two party favorites together to make them better. Very quick to make, you simply chop, chop, and serve. Use your favorite healthy chips or slice a cucumber and use...
by McKenna Gordon | Mar 2, 2012 | Main Dish, Recipes, Salad, Side Dish
This healthy shrimp recipe is quick and easy to make. Once it’s finished, you may look at it and think that it looks so simple, it will probably taste too healthy! But I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised. It’s absolutely delightful! So fresh and...
by McKenna Gordon | Mar 2, 2012 | Main Dish, Mexican, Recipes, Salad, Side Dish
I really love this pineapple chutney shrimp salad. I first love it because it has just a few ingredients, making it cheap and simple. It’s easy to make, and very quick, too. Tonight I threw it together in about 15 minutes, including taking the extra time to show...
by McKenna Gordon | Mar 2, 2012 | Main Dish, Raw, Recipes, Salad, Side Dish, Vegetarian
I love this easy mango salad recipe so very much. If you’re one who doesn’t like the taste of greens, you will love this salad. It’s light and sweet, creamy and comforting. This salad is such a treat for me. I love it as a main dish or a side, either...
by McKenna Gordon | Mar 2, 2012 | Dips & Sauces, Kid Friendly, Main Dish, Recipes, Salad, Side Dish, Vegetarian
I love this quinoa salad recipe because it’s such a no-brainer. Once you’ve made this versatile dinner once, you can make it again from your head. It’s completely customizable to your family’s taste, and can be made differently every time....
by McKenna Gordon | Mar 2, 2012 | Recipes, Side Dish
First let me say that I’m not the biggest asparagus fan on the planet. But I’m always looking for creative ways to “learn to like” all sorts of healthy veggies and this roasted asparagus recipe made my sister and my knees buckle, it’s...
by McKenna Gordon | Mar 2, 2012 | Recipes, Side Dish, Vegetarian
This roasted vegetable recipe is fun and fast to make, so pretty to look at, and super delicious! The spices are perfect and just a bit of Parmesan cheese adds a comforting touch to this gorgeous rainbow of a dish! You can serve it as a side dish, or as the main meal...
