Most healthy diets encourage leafy veggies — but on keto, some vegetables (like corn, potatoes, or beets) can’t easily fit into this lifestyle. So, is spinach keto? Take a closer look at carbs in spinach, plus delicious ways to enjoy its flavor on keto. New to counting carbs or keto? Learn the keto diet basics here and grab my printable keto cheat sheet system to make it easy. Is Spinach Keto Friendly?...

What’s the best way to start the day? I might have said a good night’s sleep… but that was before I had kids! Now I’ve got to count on other things… like coconut flour waffles! I created this coconut flour waffle recipe after many requests for a nut-free version. So, here it is! These easy keto waffles with coconut flour are a filling, healthy, and delicious way to start your day – whether you get a good night’s sleep or not!...

It looks like dessert, it smells like dessert, it tastes like dessert… but this keto strawberry shortcake in a jar is made with the right ingredients and will keep you full until lunch! Yes, this low carb strawberry shortcake recipe is healthy enough for breakfast (kind of like a deconstructed keto strawberry muffin recipe!). And keto, low carb, and gluten-free. But before you go thinking it’s going to take an hour to put together and you want it NOW, this sugar-free strawberry shortcake is quick, easy, and ready in just a few minutes....

I first made this recipe for easy keto vanilla cupcakes several years ago, with pink frosting for a breast cancer awareness project during the month of October. It has undergone several improvements since then, including better texture and a lot more frosting, among others. With the updates and the right sweetener, they’re so moist and sweet that you’ll be hard pressed to tell that they are sugar-free cupcakes at all....

FavoritePinShare The Best Egg Salad is made with simple ingredients and is so creamy delicious! So easy to put together with the best flavor and it makes the perfect sandwich! You will make this recipe again and again! I am loving all things light and tasty with simple ingredients. I have a few salad sandwiches that are great for group gatherings that are a must try. Try one of these Avocado Chicken Salad, Cashew Chicken Salad or Chicken Caesar salad Wraps....

Anyone else missing takeout lately? ???? I wouldn’t normally recommend pho on a keto diet, due to the noodles and even added sugar. But a low carb keto pho recipe, made with zucchini noodles and monk fruit sweetener, was the perfect candidate for transforming an Asian takeout dish into a healthier version at home! I had to “cheat” a little with my “10 ingredients or less” mantra, though, because pho has complex flavors and the broth alone needs lots of ingredients....

Nothing beats the summer heat better than a cold, sweet, and creamy McDonald’s Caramel Frappe! It’s wonderfully delicious and refreshing. It’s not easy on the wallet, though! What if I told you that you can enjoy the goodness of the same irresistible frappe at a fraction of the cost? If you don’t mind taking out the blender, you can make it yourself and skip the drive-thru. It’s quick, easy, and costs a lot less, too....

FavoritePinShare These Mexican Chorizo Tacos are the ultimate street food made right in your kitchen! Stuffed with mouthwatering Chorizo ground pork and topped with fresh herbs, this dish is sure to please a crowd. It only takes 15 minutes to make this meal that everyone will still be talking about tomorrow! It’s no secret I love Mexican food! Especially street food. There’s nothing like a taco truck to absolutely make my day....

Also known as a Dutch baby pancake, German pancake, puff pancake, and pannekoek, an oven pancake is made of a simple egg, flour, and milk batter that is poured into a skillet with hot butter, then baked. In the oven, the pancake puffs SKY HIGH.The edges rise up and turn golden and lightly crisp at the ends.The texture is custardy and somewhere between a crepe and a popover (looking for a true crepe?...

Now, if you are reading this and thinking to yourself, Isn’t the fact that you can use steel cut oats for overnight oats incredibly obvious?, please consider the great fictional romances of our time. Wasn’t it also obvious that Harry would end up with Sally? That Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan were meant to be (twice)? That Ross would finally win over Rachel? Why, yes. But that doesn’t make the evolution of the love story any less satisfying....

This recipe is sponsored by DeLallo. “Primavera” (pronounced “pree-muh-VERH-ah”) means “spring” in Italian. “Pasta primavera” refers to a pasta made “spring style”: filled with spring vegetables. Asparagus, peas, carrots, and broccoli are three popular spring vegetables used to make pasta primavera, but you can easily swap them with the season. Here in Wisconsin where I live, asparagus is finally making its long-awaited appearance (bring on the Asparagus Soup!), so I have been cooking with it a lot....

FavoritePinShare Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie is a rich refreshing drink that is good for you too! Full of protein, vitamins, and minerals use it as a workout recovery drink or a snack. I love using smoothies as nutritious refreshing snacks or a quick breakfast in the morning. Add this creamy one to my other favorites, Creamy Avocolada, Pina Colada, and Raspberry Peach Smoothies! The Best Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie I love this Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie!...

This easy Pepper Steak recipe has everything you could possibly want in an Asian beef stir fry! It’s loaded with lean beef and fresh, healthy vegetables like bell peppers and green beans. Plus, it’s ready in just 30 minutes! 🍜 Best Steak Stir Fry Recipe We are obsessed with this healthy beef stir fry recipe! Asian beef stir fry recipes (like our Keto Beef and Broccoli) are always a treat....

This pesto chicken was inspired by the Chicken Piccata Pasta that I shared here on my blog a short while ago and incorporated the full-bodied, velvety sauce that I used in making my Salmon Piccata. I wanted to come up with a chicken dish that was just as simple to make as a piccata, but with a slightly different flavor profile. As much as I now like chicken piccata, it gets old after a while and you want something new....

It might have cookie dough in the name, but I can assure you that this cookie is warm, chewy, and totally irresistible. When it arrives in that skillet, it’s all I can do to not dig in right away. I’ve had one too many burned tongue experiences due to my impatience! They’ve stuck with calling this cookie dough because technically, it’s hot cookie dough served in a skillet with ice cream....

If we’re talking fast food fries, Popeyes fries are my absolute favorite. They have the perfect crunch on the outside and are packed with flavor. Plus, that Cajun seasoning gives every bite the perfect little kick. Dunk these seasoned fries in some ketchup and it is pure potato heaven! If you love Popeyes fries as much as I do or are curious how they taste, this recipe we’ll be sharing today is the real deal....

FavoritePinShare Pumpkin Pie Caramel Blondies are rich, gooey and the perfect fall dessert! If you’re craving pumpkin, but want something a little different then these are for you. Perfectly spiced pumpkin combine with decadent rich caramel for a morsel of heaven. Top a warm square with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and it’s going to win over even the non pumpkin lovers! Brownie like desserts are one of the favorites, they’re quick and easy and so indulgent, like Strawberry Brownies, Turtle Brownies or Gooey Oreo Brownies....

Since starting a food blog, I’ve learned that every ingredient, every recipe category, and even every lima bean (April 20th) has its own “holiday.” Honestly, unless it’s a day when I’m a) freakishly organized, b) feeling kitschy, and c) totally obsessed with whatever food is “on holiday,” I tend to miss most of these events. Grilled cheese is an exception for a few reasons: One. We eat it all the time, holiday or not....

… you celebrate by making refreshing and delicious Raspberry Sorbet Bellini! Even though we had a pretty mild winter here in New York – with the exception of one really bad snowstorm and some cold days here and there – I’m always excited when the flowers start to bloom and I start noticing things like the smell of fresh air and the warmth from the sun. It is that time of the year, where my Brazilian self comes out of hibernation, and decides to join the world in all the fun outdoorsy activities, like picnics, walks in the park/beach, outdoor movie screenings and, of course, Sunday brunches!...

Roasted red potatoes anyone? I used to roast them on a baking sheet but my recent cast iron pan addiction led me to substituting a baking sheet for a cast iron workhorse. Let me tell you, that made a big difference. I got better crispiness, better caramelization and better flavor overall. But wait, it gets better. You can heat the pan on the stove before putting it in the oven, cutting down on roasting time by about a quarter....