Published 5/2/2024 PS: we recently made this recipe, but FROZEN as a blended slushie, and we’re sharing instructions in the recipe card. The Best Watermelon Margarita Recipe If there is one rule to live by when you make margaritas it is this; always use fresh fruit juice! This watermelon margarita uses fresh watermelon juice and lime juice. It is a refreshing drink that you can enjoy on the rocks or blended!...
Published 10/5/2023 Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Instacart. We were compensated and all opinions are our own. Thank you for supporting Fit Foodie Finds! We know how much you all love street corn salad and how our chili recipe is your game-day go-to, so we decided to combine the two into one epic recipe –> Street Corn Chicken Chili! A quick rundown? Simply cook the white chicken chili on the stovetop, shredding the chicken and adding the Greek yogurt at the end....
The recipe for The BEST Pasta Salad has always gone by another name in my family: “Grandpa’s Pasta Salad“. That’s because this recipe was one of his very favorites and he always requested it be served at special occasions. That said, I can’t tell you how happy it makes me that this pasta salad recipe is also my husband’s favorite recipe. Not ONE of his favorite recipes…his VERY favorite recipe…of all time....
Published 7/21/2021 This healthy dinner idea is high-protein and low carb and in this recipe, we’ll give you alternatives to make it keto, gluten-free, and whole30 approved! Egg Roll in a Bowl = Deconstructed Egg Rolls! Whether you’re looking for a low-carb dinner idea or just a healthier egg roll without the deep frying, this egg roll in a bowl recipe is for you! It’s a Fit Foodie Finds reader favorite recipe and we’re so glad you stumbled upon it because we know you’ll love it too....
I cannot tell you the number of recipes and projects my Mom has checked off her various Pinterest boards over the past couple of months. Each time I see her she tells me about the latest one in great detail then says, “Yep! Found it on Pinterest!” Like, it was Pinterest, all along. ? That got me thinking about the recipes and ideas YOU are pinning from Iowa Girl Eats, so I dug up the 10 most popular pinterest recipes from IGE right now to share....
I can’t believe we’re talking 4th of July, baby! Well, hopefully not an actual 4th of July baby – little girl’s still got a few more weeks of cooking to do – but seriously, how did we get here? Recently I got to thinking about the past few 4th of July holidays and how different they’ve all been. From watching fireworks snap and sparkle behind the White House, to a Midwest crab boil, and celebrating with friends via a fancy roof top patio – the 4th is always a holiday I look forward to, and back on with fond memories....
Published 8/27/2021 Wondering what to serve with these amazing dry rub chicken wings? We like to serve our wings with crunchy celery and dip them into our favorite greek yogurt blue cheese dip. It’s Wing Ding Time Wings. They are a classic appetizer that so many of us crave on game day! Whether you are all about the game on game day or are just in it for the food, you have got to give these delicious dry rub chicken wings a try!...
Published 1/23/2021 • Updated 7/17/2023 When it comes to healthy dips, we’ve got you covered! From this bean dip to this baked spinach artichoke dip or this roasted garlic caramelized onion dip, you’ll never be at a loss for healthy dips to serve your family or guests! The Best Dips Are… The best dips make perfect game day appetizers. Like this Mexican bean dip. It’s cheesy and eaten with a chip…what’s more to love?...
At its heart, Iowa Girl Eats is about providing easy and approachable gluten-free recipes using everyday, in-season ingredients. Yes! Great, fantastic! But you know what? You also totally have my permission to forego the slow-cooking stew recipe (which we made this weekend – droooool,) for a box or bag of whatever you’ve got in the freezer. That is to say, life is crazy and as much as we’d all like to cook a homemade dinner from scratch every night of the week, sometimes it’s just not in the cards....
I cannot tell how much more smooth our morning go when I’ve got something prepped and ready to go for breakfast, vs scrambling around trying to assemble this or that while keeping an eye on the time, checklists, whose brushed their teeth — you get it. That said, Mini Egg Bites are always a hit, plus my Gluten Free Breakfast Casserole which can be reheated as individual servings in the microwave....
Published 1/4/2024 • Updated 8/6/2024 THIS GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED: These Blueberry Protein Donuts are part of our 2024 Protein Dessert Series. If you make this recipe, snap a photo and upload it to the comment section to enter for a chance to win an Oak Essentials Mini Routine! You’ll also be entered into a greater giveaway for this series — a $500 lululemon shopping spree! Winners will be chosen on January 31....
If you’re looking for a unique dish to make or take to your 4th of July festivities, you’ve got to give Buffalo Ranch Deviled Eggs a try! Deviled Eggs are a classic picnic and potluck staple though I’ve given them a spicy twist with this buffalo-ranch rendition. They are crazy delicious and made with just 4 ingredients. Just a touch spicy and balanced out by cooling Ranch dressing, topped with zingy green onions and crumbled blue cheese – there is nothing better....
When you’re in the thick of casserole season (read: it’s COLD outside!) but are looking for something on the lighter side, may I suggest Cheesy Mushroom and Broccoli Quinoa Casserole? This hearty yet meatless meal is super satisfying without being too heavy. What’s Inside Sauted mushrooms, steamed broccoli, and fluffy quinoa are mixed with a homemade creamy mushroom sauce, plus an honorable amount of freshly shredded cheese then the mixture is baked until golden brown and bubbly....
Published 11/26/2023 • Updated 11/5/2024 Let’s give a warm welcome to your new favorite Christmas cookies! These chocolate orange ricotta cookies put a delicious twist on the classic from our sister site, The Cheese Knees. We added dark chocolate and orange zest to give it an extra oomph of flavor and richness. So, how do we achieve this excellence? It’s easy. Just make your homemade cookie dough as usual but with the addition of orange zest and ricotta cheese....
Say goodbye to your standard ho-hum crock pot shredded pork recipe, and HELLO to this sizzling, succulent dish – Crock Pot Carnitas with Egg and Avocado! The only thing better than the scent of this garlic studded pork slow cooking in your kitchen is how versatile is, and how fabulous it tastes! Crock Pot Carnitas Pork shoulder is rubbed with a simple yet flavor packed mixture of garlic, brown sugar, salt, pepper, and red chili flakes then slow cooked until fall apart tender....
Published 5/14/2023 The Most Perfect Crunchy Chicken Breast! If I had the option to go grilled, baked, or crispy, I’d go crispy all the way! This pan seared chicken breast recipe gets you the perfect crispy chicken breast for any main meal –> insert crispy chicken sandwich, crispy chicken salad, etc. Our recipe is made with lean chicken breast and a super simple breading made with a secret ingredient –> cornflakes!...
Published 6/15/2023 • Updated 7/5/2023 The Best Grilled Cauliflower Steaks We love a good vegetarian side dish that we can grill alongside any of our grilling recipes. This cauliflower can be grilled with our grilled carrots, grilled corn, or even our grilled zucchini for a veggie-packed grilled meal. Have you ever made grilled cauliflower and the outside is grilled to perfection and the inside is still raw? Us too! Not this grilled cauliflower recipe....
Better slightly late than never with July favorite finds! After the fun and festivities of the 4th, the rest of July seemed to sail right on by. We celebrated Gwen’s 3rd birthday, Lincoln’s 8th birthday (how + hold me) and enjoyed a bunch of fun evenings with friends in between, which really filled my bucket! Lastly, we have been consuming all things Olympics over the past week – WOO!! I adore the summer Olympics and start to get wistful about them ending shortly after opening ceremony....
Published 7/26/2024 The lavender adds a botanical flair, making this cocktail anything but ordinary. It’s a beautiful cocktail for pre-dinner drinks, parties, or whenever you want to feel a little extra fancy. I LOVE lavender-flavored anything in the summertime! I thought this Honey Lavender Lemonade was our peak in making lavender beverages, but this Frozen Lavender French 75 takes it to another level. Crisp and refreshing, this frozen summer cocktail is a beautiful way to elevate an evening....
I always keep some extra Naan/Kulcha in my pantry as they go so great with all the Indian curries. But because of this lock-down, all my supplies are out. So I thought of making this super - easy naan with garlic & mint flavors. Who doesn’t like Garlic Naan? When topped with some chopped Mint Leaves, it gives a nice distinctive flavor. I have a garden full of home-grown Mint....
