Allyson BalzuweitApr 271 minLemon Ricotta MuffinsLemon Ricotta Muffins are delicious and healthy, and won’t put you in a sugar coma! They disappear quickly around here. Ricotta cheese...
Allyson BalzuweitJan 31 minVeggie and Bacon Egg BitesWho doesn't love a good make ahead recipe that will set you up for the week with a protein, fiber and flavor packed way to start your day!...
Allyson BalzuweitDec 10, 20211 minShrimp TartsThese Shrimp Tarts are an impressive holiday appetizer and always a crowd pleaser. They're also easy and healthy with plenty of protein...
Allyson BalzuweitNov 22, 20211 minHash Brown CasseroleA make ahead breakfast casserole can be the perfect thing when anticipating company, but this hash brown casserole is easy enough for a...
Allyson BalzuweitNov 9, 20213 min15 things to buy at Trader Joe'sI've had a pretty long hiatus from shopping at Trader Joe's. It's just far enough off the beaten path to not be part of my regular...
Allyson BalzuweitOct 29, 20211 minPumpkin Pie Energy BitesSave this recipe which will surely become one of your fall favorites! These festive little Pumpkin Pie Energy Bites are the perfect thing...
Allyson BalzuweitAug 27, 20211 minLemony-Dill Spinach Salad with Quinoa and Goat CheeseThis is the perfect make ahead salad that actually tastes even better after sitting in the fridge for a couple of days! It's great to...
Allyson BalzuweitAug 27, 20215 minThe Salty Truth About Hydration and ElectrolytesThe hottest days of summer are most definitely here! We tend to be a little more tuned into staying hydrated in warmer seasons since we...
Allyson BalzuweitJul 16, 20211 minChia Seed PuddingThis tasty no-cook pudding feels like a treat, but is surprisingly nutritious with loads of protein, fiber and healthy omega-3 fats from...
Allyson BalzuweitJun 10, 20211 minItalian Sausage and Riced Vegetable SkilletOne pot meals are great for an easy weeknight dinner and this one in particular is a great way to use up veggies that are hanging around...
Allyson BalzuweitMay 18, 20212 minThai Farro and Vegetable SaladI recently adapted a recipe that a friend shared with me and I am loving it! Farro has a similar nutrient profile to quinoa offering up...
Allyson BalzuweitApr 15, 20211 minDeconstructed Wedge Salad with Shrimp and AvocadoWho doesn't love a wedge salad? This is a stepped up version that comes in handy for an easy lunch or dinner. To streamline the process,...
Allyson BalzuweitFeb 18, 20211 minOrzo and Almond PilafLooking for a super fast side dish that's healthy and will also "wow" your family? Look no further! This orzo pilaf comes together in a...
Allyson BalzuweitFeb 1, 20212 minThrive Market HaulI've been ordering pantry staples from Thrive Market for a couple of years now, but have come to rely on it more since Covid has wiped...
Allyson BalzuweitJan 7, 20215 min5 Non-trendy Resolutions for Healthful Eating in 2021We have finally bid adieu to one of the craziest years ever! Typically, this is the time of year when we reflect on the ups and downs of...
Allyson BalzuweitDec 8, 20202 minCauliflower and Vegetable Fried RiceThis colorful dish is packed with so many beneficial nutrients, and also touts plenty of fiber, healthy fat and protein; a much healthier...
Allyson BalzuweitNov 5, 20204 minUnderstanding Heart Rate Variability and the Role of Nutrition in Health, Fitness and Well-beingWe live in a world that’s obsessed with data collection and number tracking. In the area of health and fitness, we have the ability to...
Allyson BalzuweitJul 31, 20206 minThe Great Breakfast DebateFor decades, breakfast has been touted as the most important meal of the day, but is it really? Let’s take a look at some of the claims...
Allyson BalzuweitJun 22, 20206 minSkimming the Fat: What You Need to KnowRecently I did a 3-part series on fat in my weekly Friday FOUR e-blast, and I consolidated each part into the following blog post for ...
Allyson BalzuweitMay 14, 20201 minPasta with Fresh Tomatoes and BurrataWe planted fresh basil along with some other herbs a couple of weeks ago, and it is THRIVING. No more $2 packets of basil from the...