Ground turkey and sweet potato skillet comes together lightning fast and easily for a nutritious, paleo or whole30 dinner worthy of repeating.

Light and fluffy zesty gluten-free Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes make for a delightful breakfast or brunch! This easy recipe only requires a few pantry items and take very little time to prepare.

Vibrant, flavorful nutrient-dense Citrus Ginger Turmeric Parchment Paper Salmon. Cooking salmon in parchment paper is quick, easy, and results in beautifully tender fish.

Dreamy decadent fudgy keto brownies made with almond flour and zero-calorie sweetener for a low-carb sultry dessert. This easy recipe comes with a vegan option and is perfect for those who watch their sugar intake or follow a keto diet.

Oh hey, chocolate lovers, do I have a treat for you?!

If you’re a seasoned veteran of The Roasted Root, you know I have a mega weakness for brownies, but am also careful with my sugar intake. For this reason, I have been known to develop sugar-free (keto-friendly) recipes that are designed to not raise blood sugar. Just take a looksy at my Low-Carb Peanut Butter Fudge, Keto Edible Cookie Dough, or Keto Coffee Ice Cream for example.

WELL, I finally made it my mission to make a low-carb brownie recipe that is melt-in-your-mouth delicious and also friendly to my blood sugar. I have included all sorts of adaptations to fit your dietary restrictions – have a look in my Recipe Adaptations section below for a vegan option and more!

Happy weekend!

What are you getting into this weekend? I’m up in the mountains skiing and avoiding packing boxes. You see, I’m moving to a different location this week and avoidance through skiing is my favorite behavior 😉

On this week’s healthy vegetarian meal plan: One-Pot Lentil Taco Skillet, Beet Pesto Pizza, Crispy Kung Pao Tofu and Vegetable Stir Fry, Crunchy Thai Salad with “Peanut” Dressing, 30-Minute Pizza Skillet Casserole.

Enjoy!

xo

This dairy-free Rosemary Creamy Chicken Soup with Rice is a zesty, comforting one-pot meal that only takes an hour to make!

Nutritious, filling roasted sweet potato kale salad with avocado, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, and a 6-minute egg. A delicious vegetarian dinner recipe!

Quick and easy sheet pan salmon and carrots with homemade carrot top pesto is a goof-proof healthy weeknight meal. This recipe comes together in just 35 minutes!

I had a reader request sheet pan recipes recently and I am so thrilled to help out in this department. One-pot or one-pan meals are my jam, because let’s face it: I love keeping meal time as quick and easy as possible. Of course, that includes the post-meal cleanup.

If you’re a regular here, you have probably surmised salmon is my favorite of all the animal proteins. I eat it multiple times per week every single week with some form of roasted or sauteed vegetables, but of course! You can take a look at my salmon archives to feast your eyes on all the salmon-ness!

Simplifying my own approach to salmon and roasted veggies as much as possible, I thought it would be nice to whip up a super straight-forward meal that requires few ingredients yet still has the appeal of a fancy date night meal.

This week’s vegetarian meal plan features spring-inspired meals that are both comforting and nutritious! Print out the grocery list to get a head start on shopping for the week.

Heyo!

What are you up to this weekend?

Spring has definitely sprung here in the Sierra Nevada, with partly cloudy skies in the forecast and lovely temperatures. Which for me means one thing: playing outdoors and soaking up some sunlight!

On this week’s meal plan: Swiss Chard Mushroom Enchiladas, Thai Lentil Vegan Meatloaf, Baked Ziti with Roasted Red Peppers, Baby Kale, and Ricotta, Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes, and Orange Ginger Zucchini Noodles.

Enjoy your weekend, and enjoy your meal prep!

Moist and fluffy paleo banana muffins made with almond flour and pure maple syrup. Topped with a dairy-free cashew based “cream cheese” frosting, these muffins are a true delight!

Savory Grain-Free Paleo Crepes with Roasted Asparagus, Spinach, and Feta is a unique take on French crepes for a filling breakfast.

An easy photo tutorial on how to cook yucca root in the Instant Pot (or pressure cooker). Yucca (a.k.a. cassava) is a lovely starchy root vegetable that can be incorporated into all sorts of dishes, similar to potatoes.

Yuca is one of my favorite root vegetables, and I don’t discuss it nearly enough! I just discovered my new favorite technique for whipping up the root to have on hand for all the meals. Spoiler alert: It’s the Instant Pot Yuca method, and I adore it so.

If you aren’t familiar with yuca (or cassava), here’s the gist. Yuca (pronounced “yoo-kuh”) is a very starchy root vegetable that is very common in Latin American, South Asian, Caribbean, and African cuisine. Look at it as a potato on steroids. It’s just that carb-o-licious.

Many moons ago, I posted a recipe on How to Cook Yuca Root, which uses the stove top method. When I went to the Dominican Republic a few years ago, I consumed more than my weight in yuca. It’s just so dang good!

A healthy vegetarian meal plan created by five food bloggers who have a love for nutrient-dense foods. This meal plan can easily be made vegan and gluten-free! Print out the grocery list to get a head start on meal prep for the week!

Top of the weekend to ya!

Any fun St. Patrick’s Day plans? I have my sights set on baking a rustic loaf of Cheese & Herb Irish Soda Bread, and sipping on a Healthy Shamrock Shake. Alas, I am not much of a green beer drinker, but I do enjoy watching others partake!

This week’s Healthy Vegetarian Meal Plan includes One-Pot Vegan Irish Stew, 6-Ingredient 30-Minute Vegetarian Curry, Loaded Vegetarian Tortilla Soup, Instant Pot Pad Thai Stir Fry, and 30 Minute Red Beans and Cauliflower Rice.

As always, hit me up if you have any questions, and enjoy!

xo

A Paleo Irish Beef Stew recipe made quick and easy in your Instant Pot! Enjoy this comforting meal on St. Patrick’s Day!

Veggie-packed crispy avocado breakfast tacos with black beans, roasted sweet potato, cauliflower, eggs, and chipotle sauce. This nutritious breakfast taco recipe is perfect for brunch season! This post is sponsored by the California Avocado Commission. Allow me to introduce you to my latest food crush!: Breakfast tacos filled with crispy baked avocado, roasted sweet potato …