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If you’re considering increasing your nutrition through food, reducing inflammation, or just a healthy, delish and nutrish recipe or two, you’ve come to the right place! Most of these recipes can be made in about 30 minutes, faster than it takes for delivery to show up, and less expensive!
“Don’t remember ingredients, remember techniques.” Is something a chef I worked for used to say. So be sure to carefully follow the Methods for each recipe. Anyone can read a list of ingredients. Assembling them properly is the key to great results!
If you want to substitute flavors, say you like basil better than oregano, or you’re out of thyme (pun intended), go for it!
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I give you measurements for all of the recipes and occasionally drop in the weights for accuracy. (pounds or ounces).
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ASIAN-INSPIRED SHRIMP NOODLES
Elevate that old pasta salad with this bright and bold noodle recipe, of course grain, gluten and dairy free.
CRAB CAKES WITH VEGAN MAYONNAISE
Loaded with crab meat, this dish is lightened with vegan mayo and grain-free cracker crumbs, making it egg-free and anti-inflammatory.
FRENCH ONION BAKED LENTILS AND ORZO
Hearty and satisfying, this lentil and orzo dish is reminiscent of the Traditional French Onion soup, as well as remaining grain and dairy free. Serve as a main dish or as a side. Pefect for a Lenten meal.
cajun shrimp with creamy cauli “grits”
One pan and done. A lighter version of the traditional recipe with cauliflower rice taking the place of grits. It’s creamy, spicy, dairy and grain free.
VEGAN EGGPLANT DAN-DAN NOODLES
My interpretation of a NYTimes recipe, removing the problematic ingredients like soy, dairy and wheat noodles, but keeping the amazing bold flavors.
Youvarlakia - greek chicken meatballs in avgolemono SAUCE
Simmering the meatballs in chicken bone broth really uplevels the nutritional value of this dish. One technique used a lot in Greek cooking is grating onions and other vegetables. It works exceptionally well in ground meat mixtures, like this meatball recipe. It’s worth the effort to have the savory flavors of the vegetables without the texture from dicing or mincing.
Buttery Lemon Fish
This paleo version of the classic French dish, Sole Mueniere, uses tapioca flour and ghee, but you don’t miss out on the wonderful, buttery flavor.
Lazy Pastitsio (Makaronopita)
This lazy version of pastitsio, or makaranopita, is faster, fewer pans and less cooking time, so it works for weeknights, is just as delicious, and is enough for leftovers. Make it even simpler by eliminating the meat
Tex-Mex Enchilada Casserole
The client who shared this recipe with me said it’s a “boys’ meal” and that is the perfect description. Hearty and filling with great flavors.
Veggie Packed Zesty Chili
This “ordinary” looking chili is packed with veggies. Trust me, no one will ever know.
Chicken Parmesan-No
It’s called Chicken Parmesan-No because it contains no gluten, grains or dairy, but it’s something you cannot say NO to!
Biftekia - Feta Stuffed Turkey Burgers
“Biftekia” refers to Greek style beef hamburgers, typically stuffed with some type of cheese. I’ve changed up the protein in this recipe with turkey, and used vegan feta alternative, which melts beautifully and has a similar flavor profile to the real thing.
Loukaniko Sausage
I’ve taken the labor out of this recipe, which traditionally requires forcing the meat mixture into casings, then smoking it. Yes it’s worth it if you want to take the extra steps, but this adapted version comes together quickly and gives you all of the flavors.
Pastitsio, Dairy and Grain Free
This updated version of Greek Pastitsio gives you all the traditional feels without the gluten or dairy. My family—and they’re picky—loves this version and says it tastes the same as the original. That makes my Greek mama heart do a little syrto (Greek dance!) As a bonus, I’ve included a few clean-up shortcuts.
Tuna Casserole with Spaghetti Squash
Updated to use cassava pasta as an alternate to spaghetti squash!
This simple sauce is fresher, more velvety in texture and the flavor of the mushrooms stands out and lends a nice umami flavor to the dish. The additional of nutritional yeast gives it a light cheesy, nutty flavor.
Slow-Cook Green Chicken Chili
This Green Chicken Chili is a “set it and forget it” recipe! Completely paleo, grain, gluten and dairy free. And depending on the tomatillo salsa you choose, also Whole30 compatible.
Mediterranean Tuna Bake
I’m always looking to optimize nutritional content of my recipes as well as keep them flavorful, colorful and exciting. This Mediterranean Tuna Bake has everything you want in a dish reminiscent of those European flavors, and the added spaghetti squash is a nutritional powerhouse, replacing traditional noodles, but it’s just as comforting.
Chicken Kapama
This “speedy” rendition of a “cooked-all-day” traditional recipe turns boring boneless, skinless chicken breasts into tender, juicy meat in a stick-to-your-ribs meal that is delicious year round, but a total bowl of comfort food in about 20 to 30 minutes.
Yogurt Marinated Chicken Kabobs
The arugula pesto is bright and peppery, with lemon and garlic to balance it out. Just put a small bowl with a spoon for everyone to pass around and drizzle over the grilled chicken. It’s delish, and another sneaky way to squeeze a green veggie onto the table.
Lemon Chicken with Capers and Caper Leaves
Yes it is similar to piccata, but capers are native to Greece and grown almost everywhere, it’s the caper leaves that make this unique.
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