This Chipotle Crab Corn Dip is fresh and light, made with lots of fresh vegetables and gets a kick from homemade chipotle aioli. My family loves crab. I think it comes from my Maryland upbringing that I’ve passed onto my kids. Recently, I made this Chipotle Crab Dip for a going away party for a…
Asian Salmon Arugula Napa Cabbage Mango Salad with Candied Walnuts Recipe
This Asian Salmon Arugula Napa Cabbage Mango Salad with Candied Walnuts is deliciously light yet perfect as a main course salad. 371 calories/serving; 8 Freestyle points/serving. Although I do love to cook, there are definitely days when I want a break from cooking. Typically, I cook throughout the week and then we either go out…
Slow Roasted Salmon Citrus Salad
Slow Roasted Salmon Citrus Salad is a delicious, healthy main course salad that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner throughout the week. I’ve been having this salmon salad for dinner at least two times a week the last couple of weeks. Most of the ingredients can be prepped ahead of time, so all you…
Slow Roasted Citrus Salmon
Slow Roasted Citrus Salmon is delicious, healthy and easy to make. Serve it for dinner with sauteed vegetables, or on top of a salad for a light, nutritious meal. I love salmon, but I don’t like it when it’s overcooked. So, I’ve found slow roasting salmon at a low temperature makes overcooking salmon almost impossible….
Salmon Roasted Beet Feta Salad with Dill Salad Dressing Recipe {Daniel Plan Recipe}
This Salmon Roasted Beet Feta Salad with Dill Salad Dressing is delicious, healthy and makes a complete meal. 347 calories/serving; 7 Freestyle points/serving. This past week, we covered the last of the five essentials of The Daniel Plan – Friends, the “secret sauce” of The Daniel Plan. Our special speaker made an observation that everyone is lonely in certain…
Chinese Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe
Homemade Chinese Shrimp Fried Rice is so much better than takeout – you have to try this recipe! Fried rice is such a common dish in our household that I wouldn’t even think to post a recipe for it on my blog, except for the fact that it’s so good and one of those dishes…
Mango Coconut Shrimp Pops Recipe
Mango Coconut Shrimp Pops have a tropical flair that your guests will love. Although shrimp cocktail is one of the most popular appetizers for parties, I love the idea of surprising my guests with a little something extra special. I made these Mango Coconut Shrimp Pops for a fundraiser we hosted recently. The presentation of…
Moo Shu Shrimp Pancakes Recipe
Moo Shu Shrimp is a delicious version of the more widely known Moo Shu Pork dish found in Chinese restaurants. This protein and vegetable one-dish meal is healthy and delicious meal. When wrapped in tortillas or Chinese Mandarin pancakes, this meal is a Chinese burrito of sorts. When I started dating my husband, I discovered…
Grilled Brazilian Rub Salmon Recipe
Grilled Brazilian Rub Salmon is perfect for summertime. The rub is delicious and very kid-friendly. My kids normally don’t like salmon, but this is one salmon recipe that they all love. I’m not sure there’s anything Brazilian about this recipe, but that’s the name based on a recipe my friend gave me many years ago….
Grilled Chili Garlic Shrimp with Pesto Pasta
Grilled Chili Garlic Shrimp with Pesto Pasta is quick and delicious, and it comes together in just 30 minutes. I love efficient meals. The key to an preparing an “efficient” meal is preparing and cooking ingredients in the most logical sequence. The trick to getting this Grilled Chili Garlic Shrimp with Pesto Pasta on the…
Pan Roasted Cod Fish Tacos
Pan Roasted Cod Fish Tacos are healthy, delicious and quick to cook. I love fish tacos, but often the fish is coated in a batter and deep fried. Although fried fish tacos are delicious, they’re a lot higher in calories and fat than roasted or grilled fish. 5 Freestyle points. Recently, we invited some guests…
Grilled Salmon with Herb Yogurt Sauce Recipe
Grilled Salmon with Herb Yogurt Sauce is a deliciously light and healthy dinner idea for warmer weather. I’ve been craving grilled fish now that the weather’s getting warmer. 260 calories/serving; 1 Freestyle Point/serving. We have several good fish markets in our area so it’s easy to find good quality fresh fish. Although it’s usually more expensive than…
Roasted Shrimp Cocktail
Roasted Shrimp Cocktail is an easy and elegant appetizer for a special occasion. Roasting the shrimp with garlic and a touch of Spanish smoked paprika gives the shrimp an extra bump of flavor. Shrimp cocktail is one of the most popular holiday appetizers. This version of shrimp cocktail is one I made several years ago for…
Spicy Tuna Avocado Cucumber Appetizers with Pickled Ginger Recipe
These Spicy Tuna Avocado Cucumber Appetizers with Pickled Ginger are so elegant and a special appetizer that will wow your guests. I’ve made these for cocktail parties and these little bites are always a hit. Crunchy, tangy, and a little spicy, guests will appreciate all the flavors and textures all in one bite. I have…
Roasted Old Bay Shrimp Recipe
Roasted Old Bay Shrimp is an easy and delicious appetizer. Serve with cocktail sauce if you like. My family loves Old Bay seasoning, a spice blend I grew up enjoying on steamed Maryland crabs. Old Bay seasoning is a blend of celery salt, red pepper, black pepper, paprika and other “secret” spices. It goes well…
Fennel Crusted Baked Salmon and Broccoli Recipe
Fennel Crusted Baked Salmon and Broccoli is a fast, delicious and healthy dinner for busy weeknights. Looking for an easy tasty salmon recipe? The fennel panko crust elevates plain baked salmon to new heights. Even better, this is a one pan dinner since the broccoli roasts at the same time. Sponsored by Peapod. 345 calories/serving;…
Pepe’s White Clam Sauce Pasta
Pepe’s White Clam Sauce Pasta features fresh cherrystone clams in a creamy, yet not heavy sauce. Each summer, I buy fresh cherrystone clams from Pepe’s Cream of the Crop at our local farmer’s market. Ed and Laurie Popadic, owners and operators of Pepe’s Cream of the Crop, harvest their clams from the Long Island Sound….
Indonesian Shrimp Fried Brown Rice Recipe
This Indonesian Shrimp Fried Brown Rice is so flavorful, not your typical fried rice recipe. Years ago, my husband and I were fortunate enough to visit Bali. It was an amazing experience, and to this day, I have wonderful memories of the beautiful landscape, the friendly smiles, all the friends we got to know better, and…
Japanese Breakfast Salmon Recipe
Japanese Breakfast Salmon is a healthy and delicious savory breakfast that will keep you satisfied until lunchtime. I’m intrigued by what people eat for breakfast around the world, especially savory breakfasts. To be honest, I’m not sure why Americans tend to eat more sweets and carbs at breakfast. There are no set and fast rules…
Breakfast Shrimp Egg White Muffin Cups Recipe
These Breakfast Shrimp Egg White Muffin Cups are a healthy way to start the day. Each egg muffin cup is 60 calories and contains 9 grams of protein. This post is sponsored by AllWhites® A few weeks ago, our family drove down to Florida for our summer vacation. As we traveled down the East Coast, we…
Tropical Shrimp Salad with Mango Mint Lime Dressing Recipe
This Tropical Shrimp Salad with Mango Mint Lime Dressing will make you feel like you’re on a tropical island. Sponsored by Peapod. I love going to tropical islands like Hawaii or the Caribbean. There’s something about being surrounded by water, feeling the ocean breeze, and eating all the tropical fruits I can get my hands on. Last summer…