What goes with shrimp? Luckily, almost anything! But this succulent protein is so quick and easy to cook, it’s best paired with fast and easy sides. Here are all the best side dishes for shrimp, with an eye for speed! Most of the recipes you’ll see are fast to whip up, though a few do require preheating the oven. Either way, there are options for different flavor profiles depending on the type of recipe you’re cooking....

Keen on more healthy snacks? Try my larabars, apricot delight, and peanut butter protein balls! Inspired by my healthy granola bars, I made a no-bake version using the same wholesome ingredients. The results speak for themselves: soft, chewy, flavorful bars made to be enjoyed in minutes. Why I love this recipe Cost-effective. Is it just me, or are granola bars getting more expensive every day? These no bake oatmeal bars are made with simple ingredients you probably already have on hand, and they cost a fraction of the price of store-bought bars....

I know from experience how easy it can be to get caught up in routine and find yourself making the same dinners repeatedly. It’s even harder when you’re trying to come up with healthy recipes. So, to make sense of the countless dinner recipes I’ve created, I decided to combine them to create a complete list of the over 30 best healthy recipes for dinner. Tips for planning a healthy dinner We’re all creatures of habit, so breaking out of our dinner rut and trying new things can be hard....

The best way to eat your veggies? Eat soup. Why soup? Well, it’s delicious. It’s comforting. It’s easy to make. And more often than not, it can make vegetables taste like more than the sum of their parts. So here we’ve rounded up all of our favorite vegan soup recipes! Whether it’s a cozy Tuscan soup that tastes like pizza or a creamy cup of sweet and savory corn chowder, these recipes will become tried-and-true favorites: guaranteed....

There’s no liquor with more intrigue than absinthe. Called the “Green Fairy,” this black licorice-flavored liqueur has been ripe with controversy since the early 1900’s. Picasso painted it, and Hemingway created drinks with it. In fact, it was banned in the US and Europe until 2007! Turns out it’s perfectly safe, not unlike any other liquor like gin, vodka, whiskey or tequila. But even today, its aura of mystery still holds....

One of the best ways to make hydrating fun? Infused water! Infused water is water that’s chilled with herbs, fruit, or vegetables so that it takes on subtle flavors. The water also looks more enticing with colorful garnishes in the glass! It makes an ideal healthy low-calorie substitute for soda, and it’s great for entertaining. Or, you can add sparkling water as a make-shift mocktail! You might think you could infuse just about any fruit or vegetable, but there are some that work better than others....

The classic Negroni is at the top of the popularity chart these days. It’s a bit of a surprise hit, since its searing bitter flavor isn’t quite the formula for a crowd pleaser. But it’s the drink of the moment! Here’s a secret for you: we like all of these Negroni variations better than the classic drink itself! There are so many types of Negronis, like the Boulevardier, where spicy bourbon is a better balance for the drink than gin....

Now that Onam, the harvest festival of Kerala, is just around the corner, I’d been thinking a lot about it, especially the festival food. This time, we’ve a duo of celebrations as Father’s Day also falls on the same date. And that’s going to be twice the fun. Speaking of Onam, it brings back fond memories of childhood. As a little girl, I loved to design athapookkalam (flower carpet). Moreover, Onam usually came with two weeks of school holidays....

Looking for a margarita that’s perfectly sweet tart? Try this Agave Margarita! Typically we’re purists about our margarita. We use the classic definition: just lime, tequila and triple sec. But add a hint of agave, and it’s that much better. Agave nectar is a natural fit with the drink, since tequila is also made with agave! It deliciously nuanced with an air of sophistication. Here’s how to make it!...

Love grilling classics in the air fryer? Try air fryer hamburgers, air fryer brats, air fryer bacon, and air fryer sausage links. Making hot dogs in the air fryer was a complete accident on my end. We’d stopped using a microwave, and the grill was already filled with burgers and chicken, so I thought I’d try it in the air fryer. Friends, this might be controversial, but I think air fryer hot dogs are even better than grilled hot dogs....

Looking for more air fryer recipes? Try my air fryer okra, air fryer cauliflower, air fryer corn on the cob, and air fryer chicken wings next. Cooking potatoes in the air fryer is my jam, and my crispy air fryer potato wedges might just be my new favorite way to cook them (famous last words!). It’s truly the only way to guarantee crispy, crunchy potatoes with a buttery soft center, at least without the need for excess oil or an hour-plus in the oven....

Love air fryer recipes? Try my air fryer baked potato, air fryer chicken parmesan, air fryer meatballs, and air fryer grilled cheese. if my family could enjoy their favorite takeout chicken and chips every night, they would, but I have one delicious trick up my sleeve that stops them: my air fryer whole chicken. Air frying a whole chicken is a great idea if you want to enjoy a tender and juicy chicken with extra crispy skin....

Craving muffins but not loving all the wheat? Try this almond flour blueberry muffin recipe. They are a gluten-free, grain-free, and wheat-free alternative to classic muffins. I was inspired by both my keto blueberry muffins and classic almond flour muffins but with a few minor tweaks. They are quick to prep and so delicious. Recipe highlights Quick and easy. Like with almond flour banana muffins, these come together in no time....

Are you looking for an artisan bread recipe that’s easy to make and has that perfect crusty bread texture? Meet our Dutch oven bread recipe! It’s got a beautiful crust and artisan bread appearance, but it takes only about 30 minutes of active time. It’s baked in a Dutch oven to get that crispy crunchy exterior. And the flavor? It’s got a very light tang from some Greek yogurt, and it’s the perfect texture for making sandwiches....

Love avocado-based desserts? Try my avocado cake, avocado ice cream, and avocado chocolate mousse next. I’ve been using avocados in baking for as long as I can remember. I didn’t invent it, per se, but let’s just say I’ve been doing it since before it became fashionable. When folded into brownie batter, avocado adds a velvety texture and healthy fats and enhances the chocolate flavor. The two go hand in hand, making for delicious brownies that are actually good for you....

It’s a simple fried chicken recipe with plenty of spices and Chinese sauces. Chicken thigh or breast fillet cut into bite sized pieces are marinated in Indian spices and then cooked to perfection. These chicken bites are then smothered in a spicy, saucy mixture to create that vibrant color. The end result is lip-smacking spicy bites of tender chicken pieces that you won’t be able to resist. Traditionally, chicken 65 is deep fried, but you can make a much healthier version with the magic of baking....

Making a recipe that calls for almond butter and don’t have it? Or working around a nut allergy? Almond butter is one of the most popular nut butters, of course always playing second fiddle to it’s popular cousin peanut butter. It’s got a neutral flavor and is great drizzled on just about anything. It’s perfect on almond butter toast, but is also used in baked goods. Need a replacement? Here’s the best almond butter substitute....

Buttermilk is a key ingredient in recipes like pancakes and biscuits: but you might not always stock it in your refrigerator! This thick dairy product is common in baking recipes. But why is it needed, and what’s the best buttermilk substitute? Keep reading. What does buttermilk do in recipes? Why is buttermilk included in recipes? Couldn’t butter or milk do the trick? This tangy fermented dairy product was traditionally the liquid left over from churning butter (hence “butter milk”)....

Love Cajun cuisine? Then you know that the very best flavor comes from homemade Cajun seasoning. Cajun cooking uses lots of spices, so the store-bought blend was created as a shortcut for home cooks. It’s great for ease of use, but sometimes it’s got additives and preservatives. Make up a batch of this homemade Cajun seasoning, and it’s full of a huge punch of flavor! Plus it’s all natural and you can customize the spice level and salt content to your liking....

How to grill green beans (step by step) A nice thing about grilled green beans: you can place them directly on the oven grates! There’s no need for a grill basket. If you do have a grill basket, you can also use it: it just results in less charred green beans. Our preferred method is the grates: we love the char marks! Here are the basic steps (or jump to the full recipe): Why we love this recipe: Honestly, these grilled green beans are just as addicting as French fries!...