With all of the hype surrounding keto and paleo diets, I'd just like to put it out there that my plans to go on a low-carb diet are....nonexistent! Truth be told, I love carbs & think I'd be super unhappy on a diet that cuts most of them out and makes rules on which healthy ones I can and can't eat. Don't get me wrong, I have no problem eating low-carb meals, and I've created a bunch of tasty recipes for freelance work lately. But healthy carbs are my friend! Carbs provide our bodies with energy to live active lifestyles, keep our minds sharp and boost our moods. Fruits, veggies, beans, and whole grains are a big part of my diet. I love dinners full of veggies and healthy grains. Enter today's recipe: Italian stuffed peppers. This recipe is an updated, upgraded version of one that ... [Read More]
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Hearty Farro Greek Salad
This dish takes a twist on a classic Greek salad with the addition of hearty farro! After lots of holiday cookie baking and eating, it seems like a good time to focus more on greens, what do you think? You guys, I haven't shared a salad recipe in way too long. I swear, I eat salad all the time - apparently I just don't get creative and come up with new salad recipes too often. But today salad is making a comeback on Foodie Loves Fitness, and I promise you that this is one delicious meal idea! One of my favorite healthy strategies when eating out is to order a salad as an appetizer. It takes the edge off of my hunger, and I wind up eating less of my entree (which is bound to be something heavier) and taking some home as lefties. When it comes to at-home salad ... [Read More]
Mediterranean Freekeh Salad + Giveaway
You know how people sometimes say that the little things are the big things? Well I'm a big believer that little things can make a huge difference when it comes to recipes. Take garlic for instance: Use too much of it and it totally kills the dish for me (and the entire 24 hours afterwards when I'm burping up garlic!), don't use any and it might taste like it's missing something. Another good example is herbs: Using fresh ones can make all the difference in the world, and you don't even need to use a lot to make it pop in a dish, because herbs are fragrant and awesome in tiny quantities. Two of my favorite herbs are basil and mint. I use basil all the time because it's fabulous in so many dishes, and mint is great for an extra flavor oomph when paired with the right ingredients. The ... [Read More]