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The Savory Sip Smoothie 🥬 🥑🍅
🥬 1 cup Spinach
🍅 1/2 Tomato
🥑 1/2 Avocado
🧂 Pinch of Sea Salt
🍋 Squeeze of Lime
💧 Water (to blend)
✅ Why it’s good for your body
This drinkable salad is rich in fiber, healthy fats, and micronutrients, supporting digestion, hydration, and steady energy without added sugars.
⚠️ Possible “not so good” (depends on you)
Very savory and low in carbs, so it may not suit those who prefer sweet smoothies or need quick energy.

Mix Honey and Lemon Juice in Water

Aligot Recipe

STICKY SESAME CASHEE CHICKEN 🥢
a healthy weeknight win that comes together fast. high protein, packed with veggies, and coated in the dreamiest sesame peanut sauce.

here’s what you’ll need:
• chicken breast
• broccoli
• bell pepper
• snow peas
• garlic
• green onions
• cashews
• sesame seeds
• the quick sesame peanut sauce that pulls it all together

toss it all in one pan and let the sauce simmer until glossy and sticky. serve over rice for the coziest dinner.

STICKY SESAME CASHEW CHICKEN
1 tbsp olive oil • 1 lb chicken breasts, cut in bite size pieces • 2 cups broccoli florets • 1 red bell pepper, cut in strips • 1 cup snow peas • 3 cloves garlic, minced • 1/3 cup unsalted cashews • 4 green onions, chopped • 2 tsp. toasted sesame seeds

FOR SAUCE
4 tbsp low sodium soy sauce • 3 tbsp peanut butter • 2 tbsp honey • 1 tsp sesame oil • 1 tbsp grated ginger

1) over medium heat add 1 tbsp oil to a large skillet. once hot, add chicken, salt, and pepper to taste. cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. transfer to plate and set aside
2) add another tbsp. oil to pan along with broccoli, bell pepper, and snow peas. cook until tender, stirring frequently
3) for sauce, whisk together all ingredients in small bowl. add a splash of water if a thinner consistency is preferred.
4) add chicken back to pan along with garlic and mix together. add cashews and pour sauce over top. mix well and bring to a boil. lower heat and simmer until sauce has thickened. sprinkle with green onions and serve over rice.
(4-6 servings)

caesar crunch pasta salad 🥗✨ aka the little green glow-up your week needs.

massaged kale, shaved brussels, juicy chicken, crispy parm crisps, and the DREAMIEST creamy homemade greek yogurt caesar. save it for your next meal prep!

HEALTHY CAESAR CRUNCH PASTA SALAD
serves 4
8 oz pasta of choice (I used fusilli corti bucati)
3 cups kale, de-stemmed + finely chopped
2 cups shaved brussels sprouts
1 ½ cups grilled lemon garlic chicken, recipe below (or rotisserie)
½ cup shredded or shaved parmesan
1 cup crushed parmesan crisps

dressing:
½ cup greek yogurt
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp dijon
1–2 tsp worcestershire or anchovy paste
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 grated garlic clove
salt + pepper to taste

massage the kale with a little olive oil + salt until softened. whisk together dressing ingredients. toss everything together, then top with parmesan crisps just before serving. 🫶🏻

for the lemon garlic chicken 🍋🍗:
2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
juice of ½ lemon
1 garlic clove, grated or minced
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
optional: pinch of oregano or Italian seasoning

1) in small bowl or bag, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, and optional herbs
2) chicken and let marinate for 20–30 minutes (or up to a few hours in the fridge).
3) or sear in a hot pan) for 4–5 minutes per side, or until cooked through and golden.
4) let rest for a few minutes, then slice or chop into bite-sized pieces

Asparagus and Pea FrittataThis frittata is a delicious and healthy dish that’s perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! Packed with tender asparagus, sweet green peas, and tangy feta cheese, it’s light, fluffy, and bursting with flavor. Plus, it’s super easy to make and sure to impress!

Baked Dorado with Crispy Potatoes and Juicy Cherry Tomatoes

Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Whole Cabbage with Lemon Butter
Ingredients
* 1 whole green cabbage
* 4 tbsp butter
* 4 garlic cloves, minced
* 1/2 cup Parmesan
* 1 lemon (zest + juice)
* 1 cup broth
* 1 tsp salt
* 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
1. Remove outer cabbage leaves and cut a small cone from the core.
2. Melt butter with garlic, then stir in lemon and Parmesan.
3. Place cabbage in the slow cooker and spoon the mixture over it.
4. Pour broth around the cabbage.
5. Cook LOW 6–8 hrs until fork-tender.
6. Lift out, spoon broth on top, slice, and serve.

Mushroom and Spinach Lasagna with Béchamel Sauce