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Baked Tofu

Another way to make this simple protein! This one is versatile. If you make a batch of it I guarantee you can throw it into most of your dishes to add some extra lean protein all week! Serves 4 Ingredients: 1 block of firm tofu 1 tbsp good olive oil Salt Pepper Garlic Cornstarch Directions: […]

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Pine Nut Rice Pilaf

Great side, feels fancy. Half the calories (of course) Serves 6 Ingredients: 1c white or brown rice (white rice, long grain typically goes best here) 1/2 tbsp butter 1 yellow onion, chopped 1 3/4c vegetable or chicken broth 1/4c pine nuts or chopped almonds (toast in the oven for about 10 minutes until fragrant) 1 […]

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Vegetarian Salad

A salad with all kinds of colors! Serves 1 Ingredients: 1/4c Roasted Red Peppers 2 tbsp cooked edamame 4oz Sesame Tofu (see recipe) 1 kirby cucumber, sliced thin shredded carrots 1c roasted butternut squash 1/2 avocado, sliced Dressing: you can use a balsamic vinegarette or try my spicy mayo dressing Directions: Combine all ingredients and […]

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Falafel stuffed eggplant

Very unique and versatile! I originally found this recipe on cooking light a while back and then changed up the recipe after I made it about ten or fifteen times! Ingredients: Two large eggplant 1/4c parsley 1/4c breadcrumbs 1, 16oz can of chick peas 2 eggs 1 tbsp minced garlic (you can buy frozen minced […]

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Fajita Night

When I make fajitas itโ€™s a whole to do! Lots of condiments, veggies, protein by far one of my favorite meals! Are you making your fajita the right way?? Serves 4 Ingredients: 4, mission flour tortillas (about 140 calories each) 1lb fajita steak strips (or try it vegetarian style with my tofu recipe) 3 peppers […]