A week ago we were blessed with our 4th baby boy, Ivan Manuel, who is an absolute angel. We are so grateful for his health and wonderful disposition and we adore him. As I am taking it easy in my first few weeks of postpartum, I am also still very emotional and hard on myself … [Read more...]
Incredible Gazpacho Soup
How would you like to make a VEGGIE based SUMMER soup and eat as much as you like without worrying about portion control? YES, please! This Gazpacho variation is INCREDIBLE! I didn't think it was going to turn out as tasty as it did, but the biggest surprise was how FILLING … [Read more...]
Easy Meal Prep for a Short Week
I am always looking to have healthy food ready to eat especially now that I will be back to losing baby weight and in need of a modestly strict diet than what I have been eating through out my pregnancy! And it is not easy to stay motivated while 9 month pregnant with my 4th .... … [Read more...]
Awesome Avocado & Scramble Toast
Sometimes I feel very adventures when it comes to breakfast because it can get boring to just make the same eggs day after day! Here you see: ~Whole Grain Toast ~Tomato and Roosted Peppers Spread ~Scrambled Eggs with pinch of Cheese AND ~fresh AVOCADO! Sprinkle cumin … [Read more...]
Weekly Meal Prep Ideas for the 1200-1500 Calorie Level
Meal prep sounds so easy and straight forward and yet, a lot of us don't take the time to do it! There are many befits to setting aside two hours on your weekend and prepping the simplest recipes you know, packaging them neatly, storing them in the fridge and just pull them out … [Read more...]
Amazing Decadent Energy Balls
I always look for easy to make, fast and healthy sweets and this ENERGY BALL recipe is incredible! The balls are so sweet and decadent, it's almost like eating chocolate truffle without all the processed sugar and calories! I keep them in the fridge and take a few daily to share … [Read more...]
8 Great Family Friendly Road Trip Foods
We love road trips! We pack the kids and the car, strollers, sippy cups, food and drinks!!! Take us a while to get out of the house but the excitement of the journey keeps us going! I love packing foods that we can pass back to our kids and munch in the car. That way we keep it … [Read more...]
Chocolate Coconut Brownies
If you are looking for something sweet, moist, and decadent, but still straying on the healthy side of things, you must try this coconut everything brownie! I have such big sweet tooth while pregnant and this brownie really hit the spot! Hubby and kids approved, but you may not … [Read more...]
Chia Pudding Parfait
I was looking for something new and healthy for desert! I wanted no time in the kitchen but still something that can satisfy even my picky kids! I have been hearing so much about the Chia seed as being so healthy and nutritious so this Chia Pudding Parfait was no brainer! The … [Read more...]
Meal Prep – Easy, Fast & Effective
Whether you are short on time, or have plenty of it, PREPARING your MEALS in advance simply means SUCCESS! You have your favorite foods ready, you are less likely to reach for something that is not aligned with your goals, plus ..... you put hard labor, love and money into … [Read more...]