I think if you would’ve asked me a couple of years ago if I liked zucchini I would have easily shrugged with a quick “of course, who doesn’t?” However when I look back at my recent recipes, it’s becoming apparent that I’m a little more than just fond of zucchini! Who knew zucchini was so versatile?…
Category: Avocado
Chickpea Apple and Avocado Salad + Picnic / Hike
After church on Sunday, Josh and I quickly ran home, changed clothes, packed up some lunch and snacks and made our way to Percy Warner Park for a hike! I don’t know about you, but being outside and getting some exercise helps clear my mind and heal my soul. The trail through Percy Warner is not especially beautiful, being that it does not run along a creek, there is no bluff with a beautiful view, nor a glorious waterfall at the end…
Vegan Zucchini Sweet Potato Rolls
Okay… here is where I admit that I’m a horrible food blogger who did not properly plan and prepare a festive July 4th recipe to share with you…do I lose any and all credibility I may have built up to this point??? I could pretend that I took the route of sharing a small, healthy appetizer with you for your July 4th bash. I could even say that I opted to use a blue and white linen napkin in the spirit of this great holiday, since the food itself is rather lacking in the department of festive spirit {red, white and blue}. But I’m afraid you’d see right through me!…
Kale and Quinoa Veggie Bowl with Soft Boiled Egg
To so many of you, thank you for your prayers for my mom and your kind and encouraging words regarding the blog. There was a time when I didn’t understand what a “blog” was, or why one would write one. But aside from the wealth of information people share through blogs, whether the subject appeals to a wide audience or is tailored to a more unique niche, it’s not only amazing, but also beautiful the way they allow people all over the states and even world, to identify with one another…
Vegetarian Lentil Sloppy Joes + Mom Update
I don’t know whether to talk about these mouth-watering Vegetarian Sloppy Joe Sandwiches first, or about TIME and wanting/needing more of it. More time for me, more time for you, I think it’s safe to say that aside from us all needing a little more love, we need more time!…
Berry and Pecan Spring Mix Salad with Vinaigrette
Happy Memorial Day! I thought I’d be a little patriotic and share this Berry and Pecan Spring Mix Salad loaded with blueberries, raspberries and topped with a bit of goat cheese. Nothing like adding a little red, white and blue to our plates, to help remind us what this day is all about and the gift so many have given us in fighting for our country and our freedom. To those of you serving in our Armed Forces, or have loved ones who serve or have served, thank you from the bottom of my heart for your selflessness, bravery, and sacrifice!…
Southwest Sweet Potato Lettuce Wraps
I know I sound like a broken record, but it’s no secret that I love sweet potatoes. I’ve also discovered over the last several months that I really love Mexican seasonings and use them in my cooking much more than I realized. Yet, I’ve delayed posting these Southwest Sweet Potato Lettuce Wraps for a couple reasons…
Avocado Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
Doesn’t ice cream on a Friday just seem appropriate? By the end of the work week, I think we all deserve a little ice cream, especially if we’re talking about this Avocado Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream! This ice cream is an adaption of my Banana Ice Cream with Peanuts, which is a tasty, yet healthy little treat I make for us from time to time. It’s not exactly low-calorie, low sugar, but it IS all natural and refined sugar-free, while containing no additives or preservatives like so many store-bought ice creams. Which makes it justifiable as healthy to me!…
Spiced Sweet Potatoes Ultimate Tostada
Happy Cinco de Mayo!
As promised, here is the full recipe for these Spiced Sweet Potatoes {Savory Waffle} Ultimate Tostadas! This is a continuation to Friday’s post, where I shared the recipe for these Gluten Free Savory Cornbread Waffles. I mentioned last week that while we were in Seattle last year we ate at Nero Belgian Waffle Bar {so good}, which largely contributed to the inspired behind these savory waffles. However, the other inspiration came when contemplating an alternative base for a scrumptious tostada outside of the typical corn tortilla…
Harissa Avocado and Turkey Panini with Homemade Bread
If you are a fan of the classic grilled cheese, but enjoy changing it up a bit, then this Harissa Avocado and Turkey Panini is for you! There is something so comforting about a warm grilled sandwich. Thick slices of your favorite bread toasted to perfection, smoldered with savory flavors and held together with melted, gooey cheese. So good…
Avocado Deviled Eggs with Smoked Paprika
I am no expert eggs-pert {yes, I just did that… tried to type egg expert and heard the play on words in my head and couldn’t resist!} when it comes to deviled eggs. In fact, before making these lovely little green Avocado Deviled Eggs, I had never actually made them. Gasp, I know! Somehow over the years, when it came to family get-togethers and meals, I typically either volunteered or got volunteered for salad or dessert, and occasionally bread. Probably because {A.} I really love salad and tend to eat a lot of it, and {B.} love sweets and enjoy trying out new and different recipes…
Green Power Salad with Roasted Veggies + Mom Update
Have you tried the Balsamic Almond and Turmeric Dressing yet?!? If not, here is the perfect Green Power Salad to put with it! If you didn’t get a chance to read my last post, then let me quickly fill you in. I started out making this salad last Sunday, intending on mixing in all my favorites while attempting a new homemade dressing to go with it. However, the dressing took over, stole the show and got a post of its own! So now, as promised, I have the scoop on the salad that left my tummy happy and full, yet wanting more!…
Avocado Chocolate Chip Cookies
I had read about the fudginess of avocado cookies, but some things you just have to experience for yourself. These Avocado Chocolate Chips Cookies are not only festive for Saint Patrick’s Day, but they are unbelievable tasty! Like don’t-tell-your-family-they’re-ready-and-pour-a-big-glass-of-milk-and-EAT kind of good!…
Seven Saint Patrick’s Day Recipes
I simply cannot let March 17th come and go without sharing seven Saint Patrick’s Day recipes that feature an array of greens threaded throughout some of my favorite, albeit experimental recipes. So today, I decided to don my shamrock green in anticipation of the upcoming holiday while hoping the Luck of the Irish comes my way!…
Chilaquiles with Chipotle Adobe Pepper and Avocado
After making these Chilaquiles with Chipotle Adobe Pepper and Avocado, I learned, if you’re looking for a way to track your favorite foods and see what you are naturally drawn to…start a food blog.
I never realized just how much I love Mexican inspired foods, or sweet potatoes, avocados, and chocolate. Okay, maybe I knew the chocolate. But when you see these same ingredients show up post after post you begin to realize you’re (I’M) maybe not as diversified as you’d (I’D) like to think…
Vegetarian Spaghetti Squash Tacos and My Mom’s Story
I should forewarn you that this is a very long post, but if you have a minute, I’d like to share with you our story and the battle we are facing with my mom’s health.
Let me start by saying that I’ve come to believe we were all created with this deep desire to know people and be known. I believe there is an innate longing in all of us to feel really known by other human beings, and more importantly, to feel loved and accepted for who we are…
Butternut Squash Quesadilla with Chipotle Avocado Sauce
Looking for the perfect meal for tomorrow’s Playoff games? I have just the thing for you!
I don’t know if you have any football fans in your house, or if you’re excited about the remaining teams, but let me just say that the Pauley house is pretty stoked. Josh has been a longtime, loyal 49ers fan. Even during their, shall we say… struggling seasons. So while they’ve had their ups and downs this year, we could not be more excited about tomorrow night’s game and their chance at going to the Superbowl two years in a row!…
Chunky Salsa with Roasted Corn, Avocado & Tomatoes
Need a quick, fresh, and healthy appetizer for a late summer get-together? This yummy Chunky Salsa with Roasted Corn, Avocado and Tomatoes is definitely a winner!
Basil Pesto Chickpea Sandwiches
I love chickpeas. I love to add them to my daily lunch salad, I love to use them in cookies to replace the flour, and I definitely love them as the star of these Basil Pesto Chickpea Sandwiches.
If you read my last post on Healthy Mexican Stuffed Sweet Potatoes, then you know that we had planned a trip to the Smokies with our friends only to have our plans thrown out the window with a steady stream of rain throughout the weekend…