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Fresh and Easy Guacamole Salsa

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Super fresh and addictive guacamole salsa is the perfect game day, party, or potluck appetizer! Simple, yet delicious ingredients are blended into a smooth and creamy dip. Enjoy this guacamole salsa with crispy tortilla chips, or sliced carrots and celery for a healthy snack!

guacamole salsa in a bowl with chips on the side along with tomatillos and a sliced avocado

What You’ll Need To Make This Recipe

Tomatillos – These little green Mexican tomatoes are sold in most grocery stores. They’re wrapped in a papery green husk, that’s easily peeled away to reveal a beautiful, bright green tomato. To prepare your tomatillos for this dish, simply peel away the husk. Then, give each tomatillo a good rinse before using them in this recipe!

Jalapeño – A whole jalapeño may seem like a lot, but trust me, it yields very little spice in this guacamole salsa! One jalapeño is perfect for a mild salsa, while two is ideal for a medium salsa, and three for a full-blown spicy salsa. So pick your poison and add as many jalapeños as you’d like!

Avocados – Select three medium to large avocados for this recipe. The key to any avocado is making sure it’s ripe, but not overly ripe, before eating. The best way to tell whether an avocado is ripe is by giving it a gentle squeeze. If the skin feels firm, but gives just a little bit, then the avocado is perfect! Though if it’s hard (feels like you’re squeezing a rock), then it’s not yet ripe – store at room temperature for another day or two before it’s ready.

Cilantro – A large handful of cilantro gives this guacamole salsa its delicious, fresh flavor! Cilantro also has a number of great health benefits. It’s high in antioxidants, is a proven antibacterial, and has even been studied to reduce the risk of heart disease. You’ll want to wash your cilantro well under cold water before using in this, or any recipe. Once clean, gently pat it dry with a dish towel before slicing and removing the stems. Then, toss the cilantro leaves into a food processor along with the rest of the ingredients.

Top Tips

  • Boil the tomatillos and jalapeño until they’re soft and are easily pierced with a fork. Not boiling enough will make them tough to blend, and boiling too much will cook off some of their delicious flavor. Therefore, just about 10 minutes in boiling water is all they’ll need.
  • After you’ve blended your guacamole salsa, give it a taste! At this point, you can adjust the flavors in this recipe based on your preferences. Sometimes an extra pinch of salt or squeeze of lemon juice is all your dip needs!
  • Serve this easy app any way you’d like! I love enjoying mine with a big ole’ bowl of grain-free tortilla chips for a healthy, yet delicious snack. Though for an even healthier option, serve your salsa with some fresh cut veggies such as carrots, celery, and/or bell peppers!

How To Store It

To keep this guacamole salsa looking bright green and fresh, follow the storage steps below:

  1. Place in an airtight container, but do not secure the lid just yet.
  2. Take a sheet of plastic wrap and place it over the container, gently pressing down until it comes in contact with the top of the salsa. Ensure that all of the exposed salsa is in contact with and covered by the plastic wrap.
  3. Then, secure lid on top of the container before storing it in the fridge for up to three days!

When ready to serve, simply remove the lid and plastic wrap, then give everything a gentle stir before enjoying.

close-up image of guacamole salsa with chips on the side
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Fresh and Easy Guacamole Salsa

Super fresh and addictive guacamole salsa is the perfect game day, party, or potluck appetizer! Simple, yet delicious ingredients are blended into a smooth and creamy dip. Enjoy this guacamole salsa with crispy tortilla chips, or sliced carrots and celery for a healthy snack!
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients

  • 10 tomatillos, husked and washed
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and deveined
  • 3 avocados, peeled and pitted
  • 1 garlic clove, smashed and peeled
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil tomatillos and jalapeño until soft, about 10 minutes.
  • Strain tomatillos and jalapeño from water, then add to a high-speed blender or food processor with remaining ingredients.
  • Blend until smooth, then serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal

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Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Skillet Salmon Recipe

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sun dried tomato salmon recipe in a skillet with while wine and fresh parsley on the side

Perfectly seared salmon in a creamy sun dried tomato sauce, ready in under 30 minutes! This simple weeknight meal requires just one skillet and comes together in a flash. The perfect recipe when you’re craving seared salmon, with lots of delicious flavor!

creamy sun dried tomato skillet salmon recipe in a skillet with fresh parsley and lemon slices on top

Main Ingredients

Salmon Fillets – I used and recommend Atlantic salmon for this recipe. Atlantic salmon is buttery, flaky, and totally delicious. It’s pretty common, and shouldn’t be hard to find at your local grocery store or seafood counter. Sockeye is another very common type salmon, and will work in this recipe, but won’t cook up nearly as tender as Atlantic salmon. Sockeye salmon is quite lean, with a meatier consistency and a stronger fish flavor. Though feel free to use your favorite type of salmon in this dish!

Sun Dried Tomato Oil – Sun dried tomato oil is simply the oil found in a jar of sun dried tomatoes. Some sun dried tomatoes are sold dry and in bags, but for this recipe, you’ll want to get the jarred kind! That luscious oil the tomatoes are packed in is loaded with incredible flavor. However, if you can’t find sun dried tomatoes packed in oil, you can simply replace the sun dried tomato oil with a more mild olive or avocado oil.

White Wine – Any dry white wine will work in this salmon recipe! I used an extra dry Pinot Grigio and had perfect results. Though any white wine with either “dry” and/or “crisp” in the description will taste great. My favorite part of cooking with wine, is getting to pair a glass of it with my finished dish – yum!

Unsweetened Creamer – I used my dairy-free coffee creamer to make the sauce extra thick and velvety smooth. Though any cream/creamer will work here, just as long as it’s unflavored and unsweetened. If you’re not dairy-free, feel free to use heavy cream or whole milk instead.

Top Tips

  • Serve up this simple one-pan salmon recipe any way you’d like! I enjoyed mine over some brown rice and OMG it was delicious. I even used the ready-to-eat microwaveable brown rice to make this easy dinner recipe even easier to make!
  • If you have a cast-iron skillet, use it! Cast-iron does an incredible job at circulating heat and will create an irresistible golden crust on your salmon fillets. Though if you don’t have a cast-iron skillet, my recommendations are (in order) a stainless steel, ceramic, or non-stick skillet instead.
  • Love the idea of a creamy sun dried tomato sauce, but don’t love salmon? Simply turn this salmon recipe into a one-pan chicken recipe! To do this, replace the salmon fillets with four thinly sliced chicken breasts. Cook them just as you would the salmon, only increasing the cook time to ensure the chicken is completely cooked through.

Adjust This Recipe To Your Dietary Needs

Make it Dairy Free – Either use my dairy-free coffee creamer like I did, or 1/2 a cup of full-fat coconut milk in place of the creamer!

Make it Non-Alcoholic – For a wine-free version, simply sub the white wine for 1/2 cup of chicken or vegetable broth, plus 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. The broth will add flavor, while the lemon juice brightens things up!

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Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Skillet Salmon Recipe

Perfectly seared salmon in a creamy sun dried tomato sauce, ready in under 30 minutes! This simple weeknight meal requires just one skillet and comes together in a flash. The perfect recipe when you’re craving seared salmon, with lots of delicious flavor!
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets, about 8 ounces each
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons sun dried tomato oil, see Notes
  • 1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 shallot, chopped
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened creamer I used my homemade non-dairy coffee creamer
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • fresh parsley or basil, for serving

Instructions

  • Pat salmon fillets dry with a paper towel then evenly season with salt and pepper.
    sun dried tomato skillet salmon recipe step 1
  • Heat sun dried tomato oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, place salmon fillets in skillet with the skin-side facing up. Cook salmon for about 5 minutes, then flip and cook for 2-3 minutes or until cooked to your liking. Remove salmon from skillet and set aside.
    sun dried tomato skillet salmon recipe step 2
  • Reduce heat to medium and add shallots, cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Add in sun dried tomatoes and garlic, cook for another 2-3 minutes.
    sun dried tomato skillet salmon recipe step 3
  • Pour in white wine and simmer for 3 minutes or until the liquid has slightly reduce. Pour in creamer and baby spinach, cook until spinach has wilted.
    sun dried tomato skillet salmon recipe step 4
  • Nestle salmon fillets back into skillet, spoon sauce over each fillet and simmer until warm – about 2 minutes.
    sun dried tomato skillet salmon recipe step 5

Notes

  • Sun Dried Tomato Oil: Sun dried tomato oil is simply the oil from a jar of sun dried tomatoes. If your sun dried tomatoes didn’t come packed in oil, use olive oil or avocado oil instead.

    • Nutrition

    Calories: 300kcal

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    Green Blender Juice (How to Make Juice Without a Juicer)

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    green blender juice being poured into a glass, garnished with a lemon slice

    The quickest and easiest way to make your own green juice in a blender – no juicer necessary! A refreshing blend of green veggies, a touch of ginger, and a hint of green apple make this homemade juice not only palatable, but actually delicious. No fancy equipment or juicer is needed for this simple and super healthy recipe!

    green blender juice being poured into a glass, garnished with a lemon slice

    What You’ll Need For This Recipe

    Blender – I used my for this green juice recipe. It’s certainly an investment, but my gosh is it powerful! The is a total work horse and if you ask me, worth EVERY penny. I even purchased mine “reconditioned,” which is just a fancy way of saying “used,” and it’s so far lasted me four years and three moves! However, if you don’t have a Vitamix and don’t feel like investing in one at the moment (I get it), you can simply use whatever blender you have. And if your blender isn’t large enough to fit all the fruit and veggies at once, simply split the recipe up into two batches.

    Nut Milk Bag or Fine Mesh Strainer – I purchased my very inexpensive nut milk strainer bag off Amazon 5+ years ago. If you don’t own a nut milk bag, you have two options. You can either buy one, which happens to be my recommended option, since it’s also an important tool in my dairy-free coffee creamer recipe! Or, you can use a fine mesh metal strainer instead. Though beware, a metal strainer won’t catch nearly as much pulp as a nut milk bag will, resulting in a grainier green juice.

    Fresh Vegetables – Any and all fresh vegetables are welcome to this green blender juice party! The specific ones we use are cucumber, celery, kale, fresh ginger, lemon, and some green apple for a hint of sweetness. I highly recommend purchasing organic produce for this recipe, since there’s no cooking involved to kill off any gnarly chemicals. Also, since everything’s being blended together – simply give the vegetables a couple quick chops, nothing too precise.

    Top Tips

    • Store the fresh fruits and vegetables in the fridge before making your juice. This’ll ensure it blends up extra cold and refreshing! Warm green juice is OK, but definitely not nearly as enjoyable as cold green juice.

    • Get innovative with the pulp from your green blender juice! Add it to smoothies, popsicles, or I’ve even seen people use it in baked goods. It’s always a goal of mine to be as low-waste as possible in the kitchen, so if all else fails, I’ll simply add my leftover pulp to the compost pile.

    • Any fresh, homemade juice is best enjoyed immediately after making! This is when the most vitamins and minerals are available, leading to more nutrients to fuel your body and leave you feeling amazing. However, you can store any leftover green juice in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days.

    Other Tasty Additions

    Feel free to add or substitute your favorite fruits or veggies, such as:

    • Carrots
    • Beets
    • Oranges
    • Pineapple
    • Lime Juice
    • Strawberries
    • Blueberries
    • Pears
    • Turmeric
    two glasses of blender green juice with lemon slices
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    Green Blender Juice (How to Make Juice Without a Juicer)

    The quickest and easiest way to make your own green juice in a blender – no juicer necessary! A refreshing blend of green veggies, a touch of ginger, and a hint of green apple make this homemade juice not only palatable, but actually delicious. No fancy equipment or juicer is needed for this simple and super healthy recipe!
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 40 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 2 servings

    Ingredients

    • 1 large cucumber, chopped
    • 1 bunch celery, chopped
    • 2 green apples, chopped
    • 1 bunch kale, chopped
    • 1-inch piece ginger, peeled
    • 1 lemon, juiced
    • 1 cup water

    Instructions

    • Add all ingredients to blender and blend until smooth.
    • Place a nut milk bag or fine mesh strainer over a large bowl and pour juice through bag or strainer. Squeeze out as much juice as possible and discard pulp.
    • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

    Notes

  • No need to remove any seeds or stems from your fresh fruits and vegetables! Simply run a knife through everything, making it just small enough to blend.

    • Nutrition

    Calories: 300kcal

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    Baked Oats

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    Baked Oats Recipe

    This popular Baked Oats recipe is a healthy, easy-to-make breakfast option that requires only a couple of key ingredients. Have it plain or mix it up with chocolate chips, peanut butter or protein powder – there are so many versatile ways to make this baked oats recipe to your liking!

    Baked Oats Recipe

    I guess we should thank TikTok for this popular baked oats recipe! I never would have thought to blend oats and turn it into a type of oatmeal breakfast cake ’til now. These bake nicely in ramekins (which is what I use) or a muffin pan for individual servings, but you can bake it in a larger batch in a casserole dish if you want to serve to the whole fam!

    Main Ingredients & Substitutions For Baked Oats

    • Rolled Oats – This is the main ingredient needed for this recipe, but you can use quick oats or oat flour instead. 

    • Mashed Banana – This adds flavor, sweetness and moisture to the recipe. 

    • Egg – Or you can make it vegan by using a flax egg!

    • Honey or Maple Syrup – Adds an extra touch of sweetness to the baked oats.

    • Baking Powder – This helps the baked oats rise while baking.

    • Pinch of Salt

    Optional Add Ins

    • Chocolate Chips

    • Cocoa Powder

    • Peanut Butter

    • Protein Powder

    • Vanilla Extract
    Baked Oats Recipe
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    Baked Oats

    This popular Baked Oats recipe is a healthy, easy-to-make breakfast option that requires only a couple of key ingredients. Have it plain or mix it up with chocolate chips, peanut butter or protein powder – there are so many versatile ways to make this baked oats recipe to your liking!
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 1 servings

    Ingredients

    • 1/2 Cup Rolled Oats
    • 1 Banana (mashed)
    • 1 Egg
    • 1 Tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup
    • 1/2 Teaspoon Baking Powder
    • 1 Pinch of Salt

    Optional Add-Ins:

    • 2 Tablespoons Chocolate Chips
    • 1 Tablespoon Cocoa Powder
    • 1 Tablespoon Peanut Butter
    • 1 Tablespoon Protein Powder
    • 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350° Fahrenheit and lightly grease an oven-safe ramekin.
    • Place all ingredients (except chocolate chips, if using) in a blender and blend until smooth.
    • Pour batter into prepared ramekin and bake for 20-25 minutes, let cool for about 10 minutes before eating.

    Notes

  • To Store: Keep well in an airtight container for 2 days at room temperature and up to a week in the fridge.
  • To Freeze: You can freeze the baked oats before or after baking and it will keep for up to 3 months.

    • Nutrition

    Calories: 300kcal

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    Dairy-Free

    4-Ingredient Christmas Crack Recipe (Saltine Chocolate Toffee Bark)

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    Christmas Crack Recipe

    This Christmas crack is the perfect last-minute holiday recipe! With just 4 ingredients and minimal effort, you’ll have a perfectly sweet, slightly salty Christmas treat. This totally foolproof saltine chocolate toffee bark recipe is super easy, perfect for even the most inexperienced home cooks!

    christmas crack pieces on a baking sheet with milk on the side

    Main Ingredients You’ll Need to Make This Recipe

    • Crackers – I used Simple Mill’s almond flour sea salt crackers, they’re entirely grain-free and a totally delicious! They act as the perfect substitute to Saltine crackers, used in most traditional Christmas crack recipes. This simple swap makes this holiday dessert recipe gluten-free, and a little bit healthier.

    • Butter – Feel free to use whatever kind of butter you’d like, though I used vegan butter to keep this recipe vegan-friendly. My sister’s vegan, so I always try to make at least a few holiday treats that she can eat too. And honestly, you can’t even taste the difference in this vegan version!

    • Sugar – I used coconut sugar, since it’s less refined and slightly lower on the glycemic index. However, brown sugar will work just as well!

    • Chocolate Chips – Either 2 cups of chocolate chips or chopped chocolate will do! Also, you can use whatever intensity of chocolate you’d like – I prefer dark chocolate to balance out some of that sweetness in the caramel layer. If you don’t have a microwave, or would prefer not to use it, then simply melt your chocolate over a double boiler instead. I always opt for the microwave because it’s easier!

    • Toppings (optional) – Christmas crack is great on its own, but feel free to add additional toppings like chopped nuts, candy, sprinkles, shredded coconut, or crushed candy canes.
    Christmas Crack Recipe (Vegan, Gluten-Free Options)
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    Christmas Crack Recipe (Vegan, Gluten-Free Options)

    5 from 1 vote
    Recipe by Samantha Course: DessertDifficulty: Easy
    Servings

    10

    servings
    Prep time

    5

    minutes
    Cooking time

    5

    minutes
    Chilling Time

    6

    hours

    This Christmas crack is the perfect last-minute holiday recipe! With just 5 ingredients and minimal effort, you’ll have a perfectly sweet, slightly salty Christmas treat. This totally foolproof recipe is super easy, perfect for even the most inexperienced home cooks!

    Ingredients

    • 1 Sleeve Saltine Crackers or 1 box Simple Mill’s GF Crackers

    • 1 Cup Butter (Dairy or Non-Dairy)

    • 1 Cup Coconut Sugar

    • 2 Cups Chocolate Chips

    Directions

    • Preheat oven to 400° Fahrenheit and line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil. Arrange crackers in an even layer on baking sheet.
      • Christmas Crack Step 1
    • Melt butter and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently. Once butter has melted, cook for another 4-5 minutes, stirring constantly until dark brown and bubbling.
    • Remove from heat, then immediately pour over crackers. Bake for 5 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
    • Melt chocolate in the microwave, in 30 second intervals until completely smooth. Remove crackers from oven and let cool for 1 minute or until no longer bubbling, then pour chocolate over top and spread into an even layer.
    • Leave to cool at room temperature then transfer to either the fridge for 6-8 hours, or the freezer for 3-4 hours. Remove crack candy from pan, peel away foil, and break into large chunks.

    Notes

    • To Store: Store Christmas Crack in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
    • To Freeze: Break or cut it into pieces and store it in freezer-safe bags for up to 3 months.

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