Helen's Healthy Habits

02/07/2024

Peach Salad Recipe
This Peach Mozzarella Salad with the best balsamic vinaigrette has been a staple in our home lately! I've been making this exact peach salad for YEARS and while it's simple, it's also so flavorful, delicious, and truly the best. Make this easy summer salad in just 20 minutes!🥰

COURSE: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Salad
CUISINE: American
DIET: Gluten Free
PREP TIME:20minutes minutes
TOTAL TIME:20minutes minutes
SERVINGS:4 Servings
CALORIES:714 kcal
AUTHOR: Christ M

Equipment
Salad Chopper Blade + Bowl optional
Salad Dressing Shaker
Ingredients
Peach Mozzarella Salad
▢2-3 large peaches (diced or sliced)
▢6-7 cups spinach (loosely chopped)
▢8 ounces mozzarella
▢1 large avocado
▢1/2 cup chopped walnuts
▢3-4 cups diced cooked chicken
Balsamic Vinaigrette
▢1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
▢1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
▢1 Tablespoon honey (or agave syrup)
▢2 1/2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
▢1/4 cup olive oil
▢1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions
Loosely chop the spinach and add to plates or a large salad bowl.
Add diced or sliced peaches, mozzarella, avocado, walnuts, and cooked chicken.
Combine the balsamic vinaigrette ingredients in a salad shaker or mason jar and shake until smooth.
Pour over the salads or set next to the salad bowl for serving.
Enjoy!🤩

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19/06/2024

Easy Ground Beef Tacos
These tried and true Easy Ground Beef Tacos have the perfect traditional taste and are a breeze to make at home! The homemade taco seasoning is super flavorful, there's some extra veggies added in for a healthier twist, and the whole meal is ready in just 25 minutes. Perfect for an easy dinner that the entire family will love!
COURSE: Dinner
CUISINE: American, Latin American, Mexican
DIET: Gluten Free
PREP TIME:5minutes minutes
COOK TIME:20minutes minutes
TOTAL TIME:25minutes minutes
SERVINGS:4 Servings
CALORIES:561 kcal

AUTHOR: Mrs. CM
Equipment
Non-Stick Skillet
Ingredients
1 Tablespoon avocado oil
1 pound lean ground beef
1 medium green bell pepper (finely diced)
1 cup beef broth (or stock)
8 small corn or whole wheat tortillas
2 cups shredded lettuce
1/2 cup diced onion
1/2 cup diced tomato
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 medium lime (cut into 4 wedges)
Ground Beef Seasoning
1 Tablespoon masa flour
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional)

Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the seasoning ingredients and whisk well. Set the seasoning mix aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the oil.
Add the ground beef and green bell pepper to the skillet breaking it up as it cooks.
Once the ground beef is cooked and browned, sprinkle over the entire seasoning mixture and stir it into the ground beef and green pepper.
Add the beef broth to the meat and stir well again.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and allow the beef to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is absorbed.
Warm the tortillas in a dry, hot skillet for a few seconds on each side and then fill with ground beef, lettuce, tomato, onions, and a squeeze of lime.
Add additional toppings as you wish, serve, and enjoy!😁🥰

13/06/2024

One-Pan Honey Rosemary Chicken
Honey Rosemary Chicken & Vegetables made entirely in one pan! This easy-to-make, no-fuss recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners. Made with chicken, carrots, potatoes, and asparagus, the whole thing is coated in a delicious honey rosemary sauce that truly takes things up a notch. High protein, full of nutrition, and SO flavorful!☺️

COURSE: Dinner
CUISINE: American
DIET: Gluten Free

PREP TIME:10minutes minutes
COOK TIME:30minutes minutes
OPTIONAL: MARINATING TIME:30minutes minutes
TOTAL TIME:40minutes minutes
SERVINGS:4 Servings
CALORIES:361 kcal
AUTHOR: CM
Equipment
Cast Iron Skillet
Ingredients
Honey Rosemary Sauce
▢3 Tablespoons butter (melted)
▢1 Tablespoon minced garlic
▢2 Tablespoons fresh chopped rosemary
▢1 teaspoon salt
▢1/2 teaspoon black pepper
▢3 Tablespoons honey
▢1 Tablespoon lemon juice
Rosemary Chicken & Veggies
▢1 Tablespoon avocado oil
▢1 pound chicken breasts (thinly sliced)
▢1 cup sliced carrots
▢2 cups cubed red potatoes
▢1/2 medium lemon (sliced)
▢3 bunches fresh rosemary
▢1 bunch asparagus (chopped)

Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Whisk together all of the ingredients for the sauce.
Pour over the chicken and let it marinate for about 30 minutes. If you’re in a hurry, skip the marinade and proceed to the next step. It'll still be delicious!
Drizzle a cast iron skillet with avocado oil over high heat.
Add the chicken and cook on each side for 1-2 minutes to get a slight brown (saving the leftover marinade and setting it aside).
Add the carrots and potatoes around the chicken and pour the leftover marinade over the entire dish.
Add the fresh rosemary bunches on top and some sliced lemons.
Cover and bake for 15 minutes, then add in the asparagus and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the potatoes are fork tender.😌

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08/06/2024

Protein Donuts
You'll love these easy gluten-free Protein Donuts that are tasty and quick! The moist baked donuts have extra protein making them a healthy breakfast or treat. Dipped in a vanilla or chocolate glaze and topped with sprinkles (or any topping) of your choice, they're not only yummy, but they're pretty, too! You better like them 😍

COURSE: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
CUISINE: American
DIET: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
PREP TIME:10minutes minutes
COOK TIME:15minutes minutes
TOTAL TIME:25minutes minutes
SERVINGS:9 Donuts
CALORIES:328 kcal

AUTHOR: Christine McMichael
Equipment
Donut Pan
Ingredients
Donuts
▢1 1/2 cups almond flour
▢1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
▢1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
▢1/4 teaspoon salt
▢2 large eggs
▢1/4 cup butter (melted)
▢1/4 cup maple syrup
▢1/4 cup sugar
▢1/4 cup Greek yogurt
▢1/4 cup milk
▢2 teaspoons vanilla extract (of choice)
Vanilla glaze
▢2 Tablespoons butter (melted)
▢1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
▢1 teaspoon vanilla extract
▢2 Tablespoons milk (of choice)
Chocolate glaze
▢1 cup powdered sugar
▢1/4 cup cocoa powder
▢2 Tablespoons butter (melted)
▢2 Tablespoons milk (of choice)
▢1 teaspoons vanilla

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Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Grease two donut pans with oil and set aside.
Whisk together the eggs, butter, maple syrup, sugar, yogurt, milk and vanilla in a mixing bowl.
Whisk in the almond flour, protein powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Use 1/4 measuring cup to scoop the batter into the prepared donut pan.
Bake the donuts for 13-17 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.
Let them cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then flip the donuts onto a wire rack to finish cooling.
Once the donuts are completely cool, whisk together all ingredients for the glaze, then dip each donut and top with sprinkles.
Serve and enjoy! 🥰

05/06/2024

Taco Pasta Casserole
Taco Pasta Casserole – an easy, healthy dinner idea made with bold taco flavors combined with a creamy sauce and pasta! The ground turkey, veggies, and just the right seasonings bring everything together so perfectly for this meal. It's simple and quick to make, too! You'll love this healthy and comforting casserole recipe.🥰

COURSE: Dinner
CUISINE: American, Latin American, Southwest
PREP TIME:10minutes minutes
COOK TIME:30minutes minutes
TOTAL TIME:40minutes minutes
SERVINGS:6 Servings
CALORIES:513 kcal

AUTHOR: Christine McMichael
Equipment
Dutch Oven
9×13″ Casserole Dish
Ingredients
▢10 ounces pasta (of choice – gluten-free pasta, chickpea or lentil pasta, or regular!)
▢1 pound ground turkey
▢1 Tablespoon olive oil
▢1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
▢1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
▢1 cup diced red onion
▢1 Tablespoon minced garlic
▢1 1-ounce package taco seasoning
▢1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes & green chilies
▢1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
▢1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
▢1 15-ounce can black beans (drained and rinsed)
▢1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions, just until al denté since we’ll be baking it.
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Meanwhile, heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat with the oil.
Add the ground turkey and cook until lightly browned.
Add in the diced peppers and onion.
Saute for 5 minutes, then add in the garlic.
Saute an additional 1 minute.
Add in the taco seasoning, tomatoes and green chilies, tomato sauce, Greek yogurt, black beans and stir to combine.
Once the pasta is cooked, add that in to the meat and vegetable mixture.
If you are using a Dutch oven, you can leave it in the same pot or transfer it to a casserole dish and top it with the cheese.
Bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Top the casserole with chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeños, and crushed tortilla chips. Enjoy!😍😌

31/05/2024

Chicken Al Pastor
These Chicken Al Pastor Bowls are easy to make and so flavorful! Gluten-free, dairy-free, and high in protein, they're perfect for a busy weeknight meal or meal-prepped lunches. The pineapple with the spicy Chicken Al Pastor is the perfect pair and such a crowd-pleaser, making this easy 35-minute sheet pan recipe a healthy dinner win! SOO Delicious 😄
COURSE: Dinner, Main Course
CUISINE: American, Latin American, Mexican
DIET: Glu-ten Free
PREP TIME:5minutes minutes
COOK TIME:30minutes minutes
MARINATING TIME:3hours hours
TOTAL TIME:3hours hours 35minutes minutes
SERVINGS:6 Bowls
CALORIES:472 kcal
AUTHOR: MRs. MC
Equipment
Baking Sheet
Ingredients
Chicken Marinade
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 packet Sazon Achiote
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
1 cup orange juice
1/2 Tablespoon brown sugar
Bowls
1/2 large white onion (sliced)
1/2 large pineapple (cut into small chunks, about 2.5 cups)
3 cups cooked rice
2 15-ounce cans black beans (drained and heated)
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
1 medium lime (quartered)

Instructions
Whisk together the marinade ingredients in a medium bowl. Pour the marinade over the chicken and marinate for 3 hours or more.
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
On a baking sheet, combine the sliced onion and pineapple.
Top the pineapple and onion slices with chicken pieces out of the marinade. Reserve the marinade.
Bake for 15 minutes.
While the chicken is baking, pour the marinade into a saucepan and bring it to a boil. After boiling for 5 minutes, turn the heat to low and continue to simmer it until the chicken is done.
After the chicken has cooked for 15 minutes, flip the chicken and stir around the pineapple and onions.
Continue baking for 10 more minutes.
After the 10 minutes is done, flip the chicken back over and broil for 5 minutes.
Remove the sheet pan from the oven, cut the chicken into small pieces, and return it to the pan with the pineapple and onions.
Assemble the bowls with 3/4 cup rice, beans, chicken, pineapple, and onions, and top with cilantro, a squeeze of lime, and a drizzle of the boiled marinade. 😊

17/05/2024

Simple 3-Ingredient Protein Pancakes
These Simple 3-Ingredient Protein Pancakes are perfect for brunch or an easy and healthy weekday breakfast recipe! (Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Vegetarian)
COURSE:Breakfast
CUISINE:American
PREP TIME:5minutes minutes
COOK TIME:15minutes minutes
TOTAL TIME:20minutes minutes
SERVINGS:8 pancakes
CALORIES:136 kcal
AUTHOR: Mrs. CM
Ingredients
▢2 1/2 cup rolled oats
▢2 bananas (medium)
▢2 eggs

Instructions
Blend the rolled oats into a flour-like texture.
Add the bananas and eggs into the blender.
Blend into a smooth texture.
Pour about 2 large spoonfuls of the pancake batter into an oiled and heated pan.
Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side (or until lightly brown and cooked in the middle).
Serve and enjoy!
Notes
*If the pancakes seem too dense or thick, add a splash of almond milk to the batter until you have the desired thickness!
Carbs: 23 Fat: 3 Protein: 5 🥰

02/05/2024

French Onion Chicken (Easy Bowl Recipe)
These French Onion Chicken Bowls are savory, satisfying, and simple to make! Gluten-free and healthy, these are perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight meal. The caramelized onions and melted cheese are so good on the chicken, all over wild rice and paired with peas and parsley. It's all of the delicious flavors of French Onion Soup but in bowl form with added protein and heartiness!

COURSE: Dinner
CUISINE: American, French
DIET: Gluten Free
PREP TIME:10minutes minutes
COOK TIME:30minutes minutes
TOTAL TIME:40minutes minutes
SERVINGS:4 Servings
CALORIES:462 kcal
AUTHOR: Mrs. SxyC
Equipment
Non-Stick Skillet
Ingredients
2 large yellow onions (sliced)
2 Tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup shredded gruyere cheese
2 large chicken breasts (sliced in half or 4 small breasts)
1/2 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 Tablespoon dijon mustard
For Serving:
2 cups cooked wild rice
1 1/2 cups peas
1/4 cup chopped parsley

Instructions
Heat a skillet with the butter over medium heat.
Add in the sliced onions and salt. Sauté until the onions start to brown.
Reduce the heat to low and let the onions cook for about 20 minutes or until very soft.
Add in the vinegar, Worcestershire, and thyme. Set the onions aside on a plate.
Mix together the flour, salt and pepper.
Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, then add each breast to the pan where you cooked the onions.
Cook on each side until browned and mostly cooked through.
Set the chicken aside on a plate.
Add the broth and dijon and simmer until the liquid has reduced by half, scraping down the sides of the pan to get the onion and chicken flavors.
Add the chicken back to the pan and coat in the sauce until it thickens. The flour from the chicken will thicken it within a few minutes.
Top the chicken with the onions and cheese and cover until the cheese is melted.
Assemble the bowls with the rice, chicken, peas, and chopped parsley. Enjoy! That good Lovin!🥰😁

17/04/2024

13/04/2024

Avocado Strawberry Spinach Salad
This Avocado Strawberry Spinach Salad is one of my favorites for spring! Made with freshly chopped spinach, sliced sweet strawberries, creamy avocado, crispy caramelized walnuts, wholesome quinoa, and h**p hearts for added protein. The whole thing is drizzled with a perfectly balanced balsamic dressing that brings the flavors together. This nutritious salad is not only beautiful, but it's perfect for a hearty and delicious vegetarian or vegan lunch or dinner idea!

COURSE: Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Salad
CUISINE: American
DIET: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
PREP TIME:10minutes minutes
COOK TIME:10minutes minutes
TOTAL TIME:20minutes minutes
SERVINGS:6 Servings
CALORIES:600 kcal
AUTHOR: Mrs. Cm
Equipment
Salad Chopper Blade + Bowl
Ingredients
Caramelized Walnuts
▢1 cup walnuts
▢3 Tablespoons maple syrup
▢1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
▢1/4 teaspoon salt
▢dash cayenne
Balsamic Dressing
▢1 Tablespoon dijon mustard
▢1 teaspoon minced garlic
▢1 1/2 Tablespoons maple syrup
▢1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
▢1/2 cup olive oil
▢1/2 teaspoon salt
Spinach Salad
▢12 ounces spinach (loosely chopped)
▢2 cups cooked quinoa (cooled)
▢12 ounces strawberries (sliced)
▢2 small avocados (cubed, or 2 small avocados)
▢1/4 cup h**p hearts
Instructions
In a small skillet over medium-high heat, cook the walnuts with the maple syrup, cinnamon, salt, and cayenne, stirring constantly.
When the syrup has coated the nuts and they’ve started to brown a bit (about 7-10 minutes), remove the nuts to a piece of parchment to cool.
Once cooled, chop into smaller pieces.
Meanwhile, put the dressing ingredients into a small mason jar or salad shaker, close tightly, and shake vigorously until creamy and well combined.
Divide the spinach into 4 bowls. Add the cooked quinoa, sliced strawberries, cubed avocado, and h**p hearts, then top with dressing and walnuts! 🥰😛

10/03/2024

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