Category Archives: Vegetarian Optional
05
Aug
Posted by: Whitney

So…what’s for dinner? Made you $**@%!!! But seriously, it’s f’ing delicious! THE BLUE BALLER SALAD Recipe serves 2 piggy people …

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09
Jul
Posted by: Byron

Out of my love for baked potatoes + potato salad, I’ve created my “LOADED Baked Potato” Salad. It really does combine elements of these two dishes but is super healthy, packed with vitamins + nutrients from colorful veggies + copious amounts of greens.

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21
May
Posted by: Whitney

Favorite vegetarian protein source? MY FALAFELS! “I don’t mean mine as in I bought it, I mean mine as in …

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07
May
Posted by: Whitney

Love Chopped Kale Salad? Try our Mexi-KALE Salad! Delicate ribbons of kale, sweet roasted squash, crunchy radishes, broccoli slaw + pumpkin seeds (pepitas), vegan cotija cheese, + black beans tossed in a creamy Avocado Chipotle Ranch Dressing! A vegan meal that truly delivers muscle-building protein without the fat bomb! 26g protein, 25g fiber, only 11g fat!

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23
Jan
Posted by: Byron

This super tasty kale and radicchio salad with lemon miso dressing is our new favorite winter salad. It hits all the flavor bells: sweet, salty, sour, bitter…yeah, it’s even got crunchy notes via almonds. Dig in!

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27
Mar
Posted by: Whitney

Sweet and salty Caribbean-inspired coconut cashew curry fried rice? Yum? Without the sodium, fat, or carb coma of the takeout staple? Feed me NOW! Delicious. Organic. Gluten free and paleo! 75% less sodium!

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26
Jan
Posted by: Whitney

Looking for a flavorful high protein and veggie dish? Lil tired of salads? Try Bimbimbap! Our recipe delivers all the flavors of Korea’s delicious national dish without the high sodium and carb coma of the rice heavy original.

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30
Jul
Posted by: Whitney

Luxuriously creamy dairy free paleo cheesecake! Most dairy free paleo cheesecake recipes use coconut milk + nuts, but few deliver the actual rich texture of cheesecake. Keep the eggs and BAKE cheesecake for a high protein – 15g per slice – dessert as satisfying as traditional cheesecake…possibly more so, considering you cut 200 calories, 50% fat and 70% sugar!

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23
Mar
Posted by: Whitney

Want an Easter treat without the guilt? Whip up these easy high protein truffles! Sweet Raspberry, Pistachio, Peanut Butter, Spicy Chocolate or Coconut centers are enrobed in a dark rich chocolate shell and a crunchy nutty topping.

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06
Mar
Posted by: Whitney

Elevate a high protein high fiber breakfast of egg whites, tender broccolini and cabbage with flavorful alkaline balancing herbs and a nutty low fat pistachio pesto. 25 grams protein, but only 244 calories + 9 grams fat! Paleo. Gluten, grain and dairy free.

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03
Mar
Posted by: Whitney

Eggs are high in protein, delicious and perfect for breakfast, but if you’d like a sweet treat instead, try our creamy indulgent Breakfast Custard! If you can microwave, you can make this yummy breakfast in under 5 minutes! Can also prepare in advance and reheat on busy mornings. Just 26 grams protein + 245 calories!

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20
Oct
Posted by: Whitney

Wanted: Gluten Free homemade pizza dough. Lowfat. Low sodium. Infinitely more delicious than the dry premade crusts local restaurants defrost for you…ain’t they sweet! Healthy toppings list here too!

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05
Aug
Posted by: Whitney

A tasty, juicy soy-free low sodium vegetarian burger that finally acts like a legit protein source! 12 grams protein, and unlike typical veggie burger, that protein is not dwarfed by fat…only 2 grams! Easy 10 minute prep and cook!

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15
Jul
Posted by: Whitney

Dessert for breakfast?! You can with this high protein recipe! Bake Clafoutis, a French dessert of custard and fruit, leaving behind the unwanted sugar, butter and flour. Break monotony of savory eggs in the morning and quell cravings for sweets, with what could easily be called a Sweet Frittata.

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01
Jun
Posted by: Whitney

Virtually eliminate fat and amplify flavor with this tangy, zesty yet sweet Smoky Lemon Vinaigrette using roasted pistachio oil! As always, recipe is low fat, gluten free, sugar free (sweetened with stevia), and surprise, this one’s 100% salt free!

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31
May
Posted by: Whitney

A perfect-LY nutritious salad starring warm sweet corn amidst delicate ribbons of kale, cucumbers, tomatoes, kalamata olives, creamy feta or avocado and tossed in a delicious smoky sweet tangy Lemon Pistachio Vinaigrette.

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24
Dec
Posted by: Whitney

Roast winter veggies: Kabocha squash, cauliflower and brussels sprouts with fresh herbs: rosemary, sage and thyme for a fragrant healthy delicious low fat high fiber side dish. Easy! Just chop & bake.

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11
Dec
Posted by: Whitney

So drinking alcohol is not exactly healthy, BUT if you follow our tips, you can minimize damage to your physique and your liver. Learn how to party without the hangover and score some delicious drink recipes to share with friends.

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29
Nov
Posted by: Whitney

Striking purple sweet potato soup can be a luxuriously healthy start to any holiday meal – when we eliminate the sugar, cream and sodium frequenting traditional squash soup recipes. You won’t miss them! The savory flavor of this soup is as intense, yet refined its dramatic purple hue. On top of thought-provoking color, seasoning amplifies the trip. Guests expect the sweet taste of cinnamon and cloves. Surprise!

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18
Nov
Posted by: Whitney

Avoid post Thanksgiving meal guilt or carb coma. Instead, try these satisfying, flavorful delicious variations on your favorite dishes without unnecessary fat, carbs, sugar, sodium and calories of traditional recipes.

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12
Sep
Posted by: Byron

Nicoise Salad gets a fresh makeover: trade canned tuna for seared sushi grade ahi tuna. Lose empty calories, fat and sodium and opt for this rainbow of nutrient-packed vegetables and an easy lemon dill vinaigrette.

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11
Jul
Posted by: Whitney

Outstanding upgrade to asian noodle salad. Low fat. Low carb. Gluten free. No refined sugar. Load up the big bowl with anti-inflammatory antioxidants, metabolism-motivating folate, energy-enhancing iron, and satiety-inducing fiber. So delicious, even kale haters respect this conversion effort.

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20
Mar
Posted by: Byron

Quick and easy frittata delivers a ton of nutrients from various colored veggies and protein via eggs and egg whites. It’s low fat, low sodium and super tasty. Bake it in advance, slice and store in fridge for healthy hot breakfasts all week!

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24
Nov
Posted by: Byron

Fav Thanksgiving dish? The stuffing! However, most traditional stuffings are really heavily loaded with calories from fat and carbohydrates as well as high in sodium. What I did this year was to make my own version of stuffing, using our cornbread as the base and really limiting the amount of butter added. It’s still really satisfying and it wont ruin your diet.

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16
Nov
Posted by: Byron

Quickly transform peanut butter into a reduced fat version of everyone’s favorite luxurious asian sauce that, like peanut butter is good on almost anything!

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01
Sep
Posted by: Whitney

Enjoy these healthy party foods at your holiday barbecue! All F&F recipes are lower in fat and sodium than original dishes. No refined sugar – ever! Always gluten free!

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28
Aug
Posted by: Whitney

Enjoy this naturally low fat, sugar free, low calorie balsamic vinaigrette on salads and as a meat marinade!

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30
Apr
Posted by: Byron

Try this flavor-packed pasta salad this summer for a satisfying chilled lunch poolside, on the beach or any BBQ. Replace traditional semolina pasta with quinoa pasta removes gluten. Increasing ratio of fresh vegetables – peppers, tomatoes, red onions and olives – to pasta amplifies vitamins and minerals while lowering carbs. Diced chicken and a little sheep milk feta provide a comprehensive protein boost and further reduce carbs in each serving. Serve over spinach or kale for added greens.

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29
Jan
Posted by: Whitney

Rather than gain 10lbs this Super Bowl, try our RRRs: boneless buffalo wings, mexican layer dip, chili and cornbread, chicken nuggets, brownies, chocolate chip cookies, and more!

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08
Jan
Posted by: Byron

Delicious homemade low sodium marinara sauce in less than 25 minutes!

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