Baked Sweet Potato Fries

Baked sweet potato fries are my newest obsession and favorite treat. They are gluten-free friendly, paleo friendly, and well, just darn delicious. And because they are sweet potatoes AND baked instead of fried, there's no guilt involved. Just a plate full of yumminess.

 

 

Warning, they are extremely addicting so if you do decide to make these don't say I didn't give you a heads up.

 

 

What you'll need:

2 small or 1 large sweet potato washed

1-2 tablespoons of coconut oil

Sea salt and cinnamon to taste

 

 

What to do:

Preheat your oven to 450 degrees. Wash your sweet potatoes and cut them into long thin strips. The thinner they are, the crispier they get. Put them in a large bowl and add the coconut oil and gently toss the sweet potatoes until they are evenly coated. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and place your fries evenly on the tray. Sprinkle sea salt and cinnamon evenly over your fries. Bake for 20 minutes turning once about halfway through. Let cool (this was pure torture for me). Enjoy!

 

These were gone in a matter of minutes. I have a feeling this is going to be a regular in my weekly rotation. Yum!

 

Have you made sweet potato fries before? Let us know if you try this out!

 

 

Easy and Healthy Salmon Burger Recipe

My mom recently told me about these salmon burgers she made and I couldn't get them off of my mind. I called her last night for the recipe and I'm so glad that I did -- they were phenomenal! I knew I had to share it with all of you on the blog today. Not only are these salmon burgers delicious, they are extremely healthy and packed with protein. 

What you'll need:

1 can wild Alaskan pink salmon (I purchased mine at Trader Joe's)

1 tablespoon coconut flour 

2 eggs

1 tablespoon coconut oil

What to do:

1. Open your can of salmon and drain all of the liquid out.

2. Using a fork, flake the salmon into small pieces making sure there are not any bones and put the contents in a medium sized bowl. 

3. Add the eggs and coconut flour and stir until contents are fully mixed 

4. Heat your tablespoon of coconut oil in a medium sized frying pan until it's fully melted. 

5. Form medium sized patties with your hands and place them in the heated pan. Make sure to lightly press down on them with a spatula so they brown evenly.

5. After 4-5 minutes, flip your burgers and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, until golden brown. 

6. Enjoy! 

We enjoyed ours with some grilled zucchini - it was fantastic! 

Have you made salmon burgers before? What is your favorite thing to make in the summer?

Black Bean Burger Recipe

I have seen so many black bean burger recipes on Pinterest and have wanted to try creating my own for a long time. We finally put the grill out yesterday so it was the perfect time to try it out! I really made up my own thing based on some different recipes and surprisingly they turned out amazing! I hope you enjoy them :)

Black Bean Burger Recipe (makes 3 large burgers) 

 

What you'll need:

1 can black beans drained and rinsed 

1/4 cup breadcrumbs (cooked quinoa or dry oats would work great too)

1/4 tablespoon olive oil 

seasonings - I just eyeballed it instead of measured and added black pepper, Italian seasonings, hot sauce, cumin and red pepper (can you tell I like spices?)

What to do:

1. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees.

2. Using a food processor or blender, pulse half of the can of black beans a few times.

3. Add your olive oil and seasonings and give it a few more spins.

4. In a medium sized mixing bowl gently fold your blended bean mixture with the rest of the can of beans and the breadcrumbs. 

5. When mixed together wet your hands and form three medium sized burger patties. 

6. On a lined baking sheet, bake your burgers for 30 minutes at 300 degrees. 

7. Throw them on the grill for a few minutes to warm and brown them.

8. Enjoy! 

I put a little cheese and A1 on mine -- my favorite way to enjoy a burger! I'm so glad I found an alternative to red meat that I love! We enjoyed ours with some grilled summer squash and brussels sprouts.

Have you ever tired black bean burgers before? Let us know if you try this recipe out in the comments!

Easy Mexican Tostada Recipe

After working 8 hours and commuting a little over 2 hours each day, the last thing I have energy for at the end of the day is cooking an elaborate meal. We try to eat at home Monday-Thursday and I like to incorporate easy and healthy meals into our rotation. These Mexican tostadas are super easy to make and can be customized to your liking. We hope you enjoy them!

What you'll need:

6 corn tortillas

1 can refried beans (I used refried black beans with jalapenos from Trader Joe's)

2-3 tablespoons olive oil

3/4 cup cheddar cheese

Optional toppings: sour cream, green onions, cilantro, lettuce, avocado, tomatoes, hot sauce, etc.

What to do: 

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees 

2. Using a basting brush and olive oil, lightly coat both sides of your tortillas 

3. Place your coated tortillas on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil and bake for 10 minutes 

4. Use your can of refried beans to evenly coat your six tortillas 

5. Sprinkle your cheese evenly over the tortillas and bake for an additional 5 minutes 

6. Let cool slightly and top with your favorite toppings. We used fresh tomatoes, sour cream and hot sauce last night. I love adding green onions and cilantro too! 

See - told you it was easy! This meal takes less than 20 minutes to make and cleanup is easy too. My kind of weeknight meal :)

Do you have any easy dinner recipes you love? Share them in the comments! 

Easy Healthy Stuffed Chicken Recipe

If you're like me, you don't have much time at the end of the day to cook a delicious meal that's also nutritious. It's so easy to eat terrible when you're on a time crunch, but I've got a very simple and quick stuffed chicken recipe for you to try!

What you'll need:

3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (I used organic, grain fed chicken breasts)

5 medium baby portabella mushrooms, sliced 

1 handful of baby spinach

1-2 tablespoons olive oil 

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional if you want a little kick)

salt and pepper to taste 

What to do: 

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

2. Line your dish with foil. I used the parchment paper foil combo sheets and they worked perfectly.

3. Slice your chicken breasts almost in half longways, stopping just before you get all the way through.

4. Take a few slices of baby portabella mushrooms and a small handful of spinach and stuff each chicken breast until you've used all of your ingredients.

5. Drizzle your chicken with your olive oil and sprinkle your seasonings on top. 

6. Bake for approximately 35 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked.

7. Enjoy! 

I served ours with some roasted brussle sprouts and asparagus. Jay went back for seconds! This dish would be great with some goat cheese stuffed inside as well. Next time! 

Do you think you'll try this the next time you're looking for a quick and easy healthy dinner option? Let us know if you do in the comments! 

Shrimp and Feta Pasta Recipe

 

 

 

 

Shrimp and Feta Pasta 

 

What you'll need:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 cloves chopped garlic
3/4 cup chopped tomato
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 cup vegetable broth
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 pound shrimp
1 handful chopped parsley
1/2 cup crumbled feta
1 box pasta of your choice

 

What to do:
1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees
2. Heat the oil in a pan
3. Add the onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes
4. Add the red pepper flakes and garlic and cook for 30 seconds
5. Add the tomato, oregano and vegetable broth and simmer for about 5 minutes
6. Add the shrimp and cook for about 30 seconds per side
7. Remove from heat and stir in the parsley
8. Transfer sauce to a baking dish and top with the feta cheese
9. Bake until the sauce is bubbly, about 10 minutes
10. Cook your pasta based on the instructions on the box.
11. Remove sauce from the oven and top your cooked pasta with your delicious sauce.
12. Enjoy!

 

I made this pasta the other night for Jay and I and we both cleaned our plates -- a sign of a great meal! I loved how light this dish was and the feta cheese was perfect with the shrimp. If you like spicy dishes I'd recommend adding some more red pepper flakes -- next time!

 

Let us know if you try this one out! We'd love to hear what you think :)