Do you love a fun seasonal appetizer as much as I do? Well then, you're in luck! Check out this week's Creamy Pumpkin Hummus! A super...

Black bean burgers can offer a delicious and nutritious alternative to other meat burgers. And as someone who doesn't eat red meat, when...

Chocolate and Peanut Butter... it's a winning combination! And these Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bites are no exception. A bite size treat that boasts a healthy balance of protein, carbs, and healthy fats to leave you feeling satisfied. They make a great pre or post workout snack, are perfect for satisfying sweet tooth cravings, and make a yummy late night 'treat.' The best part? They only take about 10 minutes to whip up! OMGee... what's not to love? Chocolate Peanut But

Is there anything better than a warm, hearty soup on a crisp Fall day? Fall is a great time of year to throw a big pot on the stove, load it with your favorite seasonal veggies, tasty broth and spices and let it simmer until you're ready to serve. Talk about easy cooking! And this Autumn Pumpkin Chili is one of our Fall favorites! A simple and tasty way to get your protein, it's loaded with essential vitamins and minerals too. Each spoonful featuring fun Fall flavors, subtle

Summertime (or anytime!) is a great time to whip up this refreshing California Spaghetti Salad! A light pasta dish full of seasonal flavor, loaded with cucumber, squash, zucchini, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes and fresh herbs to tantalize your taste buds. It makes a hearty meal all on it’s own, or enjoy it as tasty side dish to your favorite grilled fish or baked chicken breast. And before you try and tell me "but Mindy, it's too high in carbs!" I'm here to tell you, carbs a

If you’re over 40 and mornings feel rushed — or your energy tends to crash before lunch — this apple cinnamon overnight oats recipe is a simple, make-ahead solution that works with your body, not against it. Made with fiber-rich oats and naturally sweet apples, this balanced breakfast supports steady energy and blood sugar control — two things that matter more than ever in perimenopause and menopause. Instead of skipping breakfast or grabbing something that leaves you hungry

Busy mornings don’t mean you have to skip breakfast, not when you have a hearty muffin you can take on the go! These Sweet Potato Oatmeal Breakfast Muffins yield a batch of 12 hearty muffins you can store in the fridge (or freezer) so you can grab and go on those busy mornings and ensure a healthy start to your day! Support your energy needs and satisfy that morning hunger with the help of these delicious breakfast muffins, baked with the goodness of sweet potato and carrot

If you’re craving something crispy and savory but don’t want to derail your goals, these rosemary garlic sweet potato crisps are a simple, satisfying solution. Made with real ingredients and baked instead of fried, they deliver flavor and crunch without the heavy, greasy aftermath. Sweet potatoes provide fiber-rich carbohydrates that support steady energy — something that becomes increasingly important in perimenopause and menopause. Paired with heart-healthy olive oil and an

Can you whip up a meal that will deliver quality protein, complex carbs and healthy fats all in one great Fall inspired dish? Yes you can with this Sweet Potato & Black Bean Quinoa Salad! It's time to take advantage of in-season sweet potatoes and enjoy a hearty salad that is just as delicious served warm as it is cold. Perfect for lunch, dinner, as pre or post workout fuel too! We all have our busy "seasons" and Fall is definitely one of mine so having a few key recipes I k

The deliciousness of chocolate and the goodness of protein have come together to satisfy your sweet tooth and support your health and fitness goals in this rich and creamy way. Enter the  Chocolate Mint Protein Brownie!  A level up on the traditional brownie, these protein brownies make a great pre or post workout snack, a fun anytime treat, and a tasty dessert to share with friends and family. Many of my clients ask me how they can whip up healthier versions of their favorit

Chocolate and Oatmeal in a tasty muffin? Um yes please! Check out these tasty Chocolate Oatmeal Muffins! These muffins pair nicely with fresh fruit and your morning cup of coffee or tea, make a great pre or post workout snack, and are a tasty after dinner “treat"! You can easily whip a batch up in just under 30 minutes, then store them in the fridge for up to a week or pop half the batch in the freezer to take out and enjoy whenever the craving strikes. Ingredients 2 & 1/

It's time to put a refreshing spin on your summer salad with this sweet yet tart and full of fresh flavor Cucumber Pineapple Salad! Boasting a slew of essential vitamins and minerals, you can load up on fresh flavor while reaping some pretty great health benefits too! Who knew a bit of pineapple and cucumber mixed with fresh lime and cilantro could be so good? Whether you want to reenergize at the end of a long day, cool off during those warm summer months, or wow friends an

It’s time to fuel up with one of my favorite no-bake snacks: Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Energy Bites! These bite-sized treats are perfect as a pre- or post-workout snack — or anytime you want something sweet that actually supports your energy. I still remember making my first batch as a kid (back in my Camp Fire Girls days!), and all these years later, they’re just as much of a favorite. Made with heart-healthy ingredients and a balanced mix of protein, complex carbohydrates, and

Looking for a tasty side dish? Bored with the same old veggies? Maybe it's time to try a batch of Roasted Cauliflower! By grilling, sautéing, baking, broiling, steaming or roasting your vegetables you can actually change their texture from hard to soft or wet to crunchy and alter their flavor, going from sharp to mild or mild to mellow. Raw cauliflower is traditionally a sharper flavor, which can be a turn off to picky vegetable fans. By roasting that cauliflower with a few

Calling all chocolate lovers!! This week I share with you one of my FAVORITE chocolate recipes: Chocolate Haystack Cookies! They're so rich and creamy it's hard to believe they are actually loaded with heart healthy ingredients too! Who knew eating better could taste so good?! Such a quick and simple recipe to whip up, with a list of ingredients you probably already have on hand, so you can easily satisfy your sweet tooth in no time flat. I like to put half the batch in the f

This brownie recipe is going to be the perfect pairing to your holiday morning mug of coffee... Now I must admit I have a fair amount of brownie recipes in my recipe file, from pumpkin to sweet potato and everything in between (many of which are posted here on my blog), but when the holidays are in full swing, I think it's fun to mix it up with some seasonal flavors, hence these tasty Gingerbread Brownie Bites! Ingredients 1/2 C unsweetened applesauce 1/2 C pumpkin puree

Ah the holidays... all the great smells, flavors and memories they conjure up! What do you think of when you get a whiff of molasses and ginger? Fresh baked gingerbread cookies baking in the oven, or a warm slice of mouth-watering gingerbread? If you love gingerbread then you're going to LOVE this fun and festive Gingerbread Smoothie! Yes all the great gingerbread flavor is now yours to enjoy in this delicious and nutritious smoothie that puts a fun spin on a holiday favorit

Ever notice how this time of year we crave the goodness of warm comfort foods? The kind that would spend hours simmering on the stove top, filling the house with scents of the season, and tantalize our taste buds to dig in to it's deliciousness! Good news! You can have that all day simmered flavor in under 30 minutes with this week's tasty Hearty Pumpkin Vegetable Soup! Low in sodium and fat this delicious soup is a good source of protein, potassium, calcium and dietary fibe

Pumpkin is not only a tasty fall favorite, but also a great way to boost the nutrition of your favorite baked goods, leaving them nice and moist... Like these Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies! A healthier spin on a seasonal favorite, these cookies DO NOT disappoint! This simple recipe yields about 24 small cookies that can easily be whipped up in just under 30 minutes. Making them your new holiday favorite. Ingredients 4 Tbsp. unsalted butter (softened) 1/4 C light

This recipe reminds me of my childhood when I received my first cookbook. One of the first recipes I whipped up was a batch of no bake energy bites. They were simple and easy to make. And I got to use my hands to do the mixing (what kid doesn't love that?!) And this is my fun Fall version: Pumpkin No Bake Energy Bites! For years I've whipped them up not just for a quick and easy snack, but to share at holiday parties and social gatherings too because they're a yummy crowd