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Sweet Potato Banana Muffins

March 5, 2025
gluten-free sweet potato banana bites

These gluten-free Sweet Potato Banana Muffins have just four main ingredients and make a great snack for both kids and adults!  *Originally published 2/2013. Updated 2025* Hi Friends! These are the very best Sweet Potato Banana Muffins and I developed this recipe way back in 2013. I previously called them Sweet Potato Banana Bites. They’re […]

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15 Kid-Friendly Protein-Rich Energy Balls| No Protein Powder

March 4, 2025
Looking for a quick, healthy snack made with real food ingredients? Here are 12 kid-friendly energy ball recipes made without protein powder.

These protein energy balls for kids are a quick, healthy snack option made with real food ingredients. Here are 15 kid-friendly energy ball recipes made without protein powder.  *Published May 2021. Updated Mar 2025* Hi friends! Let’s talk about snacks for a minute, shall we? More specifically, snacks for kids. Because lord knows my kids […]

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Chilaquiles Verdes

February 23, 2025
chilaquiles verdes recipe with egg

This easy Chilaquiles Verdes recipe is perfect for a quick breakfast, lunch or dinner. Homemade salsa verde is easy to make and adds ton of flavor! Hi friend! Excited to share this recipe for chilaquiles verdes with you guys today. I’ve just recently discovered them as the perfect way to use my homemade salsa verde […]

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Mediterranean Meatballs

February 16, 2025
mediterranean meatballs

These Mediterranean Meatballs are easy to make and full of flavor. Made with ground turkey, spinach, feta and spices, they are versatile and protein-packed – perfect for lunch or dinner! Hi friend! I’m excited to share these Mediterranean Turkey Meatballs with you today. If you’ve been around a while, you know we love meatballs. They’re […]

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Silken Tofu Berry Smoothie

February 8, 2025
Silken Tofu Berry Smoothie

This Silken Tofu Berry Smoothie is kid-friendly and perfect for breakfast, lunch or snack. The silken tofu adds protein without changing the flavor or texture! *Originally published 7/2020. Updated 2/2025.* Hi friends! This Silken Tofu Berry Smoothie is the latest obsession at our house and I’m so excited to share it with you. Both of […]

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Healthy Chocolate Muffins

February 5, 2025
healthy chocolate muffins

These healthy chocolate muffins are perfect for breakfast or snack time. Made with Greek yogurt, they’re lower in added sugar and full of flavor. Hi friends! If you’ve been around a while, you know that we eat a lot of muffins. These Healthy Chocolate Muffins are the newest addition to our lineup and a favorite […]

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Mediterranean Chopped Salad

January 30, 2025
Easy Mediterranean Chopped Salad Recipe

This Mediterranean Chopped Salad is perfect for lunch or dinner and a great way to repurpose leftover chicken! Let the veggies marinate and toss with lettuce just before serving! Hi friend! I’ve got an easy new salad recipe for you this week. This Mediterranean Chopped Salad is perfect for food prep and full of flavor. […]

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Spicy Shrimp Tacos

January 24, 2025
spicy shrimp tacos with slaw

Try these spicy shrimp tacos for a quick weeknight dinner. Full of spicy shrimp, cabbage slaw and a flavorful avocado cilantro sauce, this recipe works for tacos, bowls and more! *Originally published 3/2015. Updated 1/2025.* Hi friends! If you’re stuck in a weeknight dinner rut, you’ve gotta try these Spicy Shrimp Tacos! We eat tacos […]

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Indoor Activities For Toddlers

January 23, 2025
These Indoor Activities For Toddlers are perfect for winter or a rainy spring or summer day and many will help develop fine motor skills. Plus tips to make them harder for pre-school aged kids.

These Indoor Activities For Toddlers are perfect for winter or a rainy spring or summer day and many will help develop fine motor skills. Plus tips to make them harder for preschoolers. {Originally published Jan 2017. Updated Jan 2025} Hi Friends! If you’re looking for some fun new indoor activities for toddlers, this post is […]

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Crockpot Meatball Soup with Tortellini

January 17, 2025
crockpot meatball soup

This Crockpot Meatball Soup with Tortellini is the perfect dinner for a cold night. Using frozen meatballs and pantry staples makes it quick and easy. Hi friends! I’ve got a new crockpot recipe to share with you guys today. It’s been cold here and I’ve been craving soup and at the end of the week […]

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Lindsay Livingston The Lean Green Bean Healthy Living Tips and Tricks

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I'm a Registered Dietitian and mom of three from Columbus, Ohio. I use this blog to share simple, healthy recipes, nutrition tips, and an honest glimpse of motherhood!

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