MAKE THESE ROASTED POTATOES WITH FETA AND LEMON! Thank me later. I highly recommend you first roast up a bunch of chicken thighs so you can use the fat (aka schmaltz – I wrote up a post on it here) that comes off of them to make these – that’s what we did and it makes them mind-blowingly good! I …
Marinated Onions
While marinated onions typically include sugar, these have no sugar at all and are a healthy way to add some tangy flavor to lots of dishes. Enjoy these marinated onions on burgers, in tuna salad, in tacos, or as a salad topper. Keep a batch of these on hand at all times; you’ll be glad you have them! Other sides …
Pico de Gallo
Instead of store-bought salsa (which often features hidden sugar and additives), mix up a batch of this fresh pico de gallo. It’s quick and easy to make and a fraction of the cost of store-bought pico de gallo. I call photos like the ones below, #beforethestir. I think a bowl full of fresh ingredients like this show so much amazing …
Balanced Bites Recipe Roundup: Summer Grilling
Summer grilling never looked so good! Check out our recipe roundup of summer grilling recipes that are perfect for the indoor or outdoor grill. To be honest, aside from rainy days, it’s almost always grilling season here in San Francisco since it’s about 50-70 degrees outside here year-round. Lately, I prep steak and pork the same way almost every time! …
Simple Greek-Spiced Lamb Roast with Cauliflower Rice
grain-free • gluten-free • dairy-free • nut-free • BBSpices
Paleo and Gluten-free Super Bowl Party Recipe Roundup
While watching football may or may not be your thing, I know we all want some delicious party food to enjoy on Super Bowl Sunday. Pssst! Ladies, the Super Bowl is on Sunday, February 5th… if you were about to look it up like I had to 😉 Search no further, I’ve got a delicious Super Bowl Recipe Roundup to …
Oven Fries based on Practical Paleo 2nd Edition
If you follow me on social media, you know that oven fries are a staple food in my diet. I enjoy them for breakfast, especially after a heavy leg day at the gym, but they also are delicious as a side with lunch or dinner. I also love how easily you can change up this recipe using a different spice …
Spinach & Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms
These spinach and artichoke stuffed mushrooms are the perfect appetizer to make for your next party. Packed with flavor and seriously simple to throw together, I’m telling you, they’ll become one of your go-to recipes for all future get-togethers! Bring them to a New Year’s Eve celebration, Superbowl Party, or even a backyard BBQ – they’re sure to be a …
Easy Recipe: Smashed Potatoes with Onions & Garlic
These smashed and roasted new potatoes aren’t a super-fast dish to make since they take a while to bake, but they’re so, so good that I recommend you make a double batch and simply re-heat them in an oven or toaster oven to enjoy for a few meals – they’re worth it! grain-free • gluten-free • dairy-free • egg-free • nut-free • seed-free • 21DSD (energy …
Easy Recipe: Whipped Sweet Potatoes
This year, Scott and I wanted to create an easy side dish to go with our Thanksgiving dinner since we were already tasked with making not only the turkey, gravy, and stuffing, but also cranberry sauce, antipasto skewers (from Gather), and an apple tart! Whew! We had a lot on our plates to make this holiday meal Paleo for the …