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Arrosticini are irresistible, skinny grilled lamb skewers from the rocky hills of Abruzzo, Italy. They’re easy to make at home and a natural centerpiece for a casual summertime get-together.  Photo Credits: Ali Redmond Arrosticini: Italian Lamb Skewers Perfect for a Party Abruzzo is a mountainous region east of Rome, and arrosticini (ah-rosti-chee-knee) are perhaps its most beloved dish. There’s even an annual food festival called Arrostiland dedicated entirely to this one dish. To make them, people thread small cubes of lamb onto skewers and cook them over smoldering embers until the outside has a delicate crunch and the inside is…

Eating a balanced and nutritious diet is essential for all individuals, but it is especially important for athletes. Food is crucial to athletes. It can either improve their performance or affect it. Proper nutrition can help athletes perform at their best and recover from training and competition. In this article, we will explore some of the healthiest foods for athletes to include in their diets. 10 Healthiest Foods for Athletes  Below are ten of the best foods athletes can eat to better their health and fitness. 1. Bananas Bananas are high in potassium which helps in strengthening your muscles. An average-sized…

These Cilantro Lime Chicken Burgers are juicy, flavorful, and topped with a creamy avocado cilantro sauce. Made with lean ground chicken, fresh cilantro, green onions, and lime zest, these burgers are perfect for summer grilling or an easy weeknight meal! These juicy Cilantro Lime Chicken Burgers are packed with fresh herbs, bright citrus, and savory garlic, then topped with a creamy avocado cilantro sauce that takes every bite to the next level. They are everything you want in a summer burger, light, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying without feeling heavy. Whether you’re firing up the grill for a backyard cookout or…

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This garlic aioli is rich, creamy, and packed with bold garlic flavor. Made in minutes with simple vegan ingredients, it’s perfect for fries, sandwiches, burgers, roasted vegetables, and dipping just about everything. If you love a good dipping sauce, this vegan garlic aioli is about to become a staple in your fridge. It has that same thick, velvety texture as classic aioli, but it’s completely egg-free using soy milk as the emulsifier. (I use it to make this vegan mayo too!) The result is a silky, garlicky sauce that comes together in minutes, perfect for drizzling, dipping, and slathering. Why…

Wondering what to make with too much zucchini? This list of delicious zucchini recipes from around the Mediterranean has you covered! Zucchini Fritters Photo Credit: Andrea Gralow Some of My Favorite Zucchini Recipes!  There are so many ways to cook zucchini that the list of zucchini recipes is practically endless, but I wanted to share 11 of my favorite zucchini recipes to get you started.Zucchini is a staple of the Mediterranean diet and for good reason. Its neutral flavor means you can use it in both sweet and savory recipes, raw, cooked, or baked. Some are common in the US,…

Breastfeeding is the best way for babies to receive nourishment, but it can also provide an emotional connection between mother and child. Breastfeeding moms may feel more confident in themselves, less guilty about their lifestyle choices, or even happier with their bodies after giving birth. Breastfeeding may seem difficult at first because of sore nipples or lack of sleep, but these are all worth it in the end if you want your child to know how much you love them through breastfeeding alone! You learn how to manage breast engorgement when weaning. Many times during the day, a nursing mother…

Last week, my neighbor knocked on my door holding a sad container of leftover rice and beans, apologizing for not having “proper food” to share after I’d dropped off some cookies. This perfectly captures what most people get wrong about budget vegetarian cooking: the idea that inexpensive plant-based meals are somehow an apology for real food. After years of cooking through every budget imaginable, from post-university poverty to new-parent penny-pinching, I’ve discovered that some of the best vegetarian meals cost less than your morning latte. They just need the right spices, a bit of technique, and zero guilt about serving…

Crispy rice has been the star of so many recipes lately. Salads, sushi bowls, sheet pans, and so much more. So why not make it shawarma style? Jump to: Try my Crispy Rice Salad If you have old rice sitting in your fridge, this is hands down the best way to revive it.This salad is fresh, flavorful, and hits all the right notes when it comes to crunch, spice, and tang.Every single bite gives you a mix of crispy rice, juicy meat, fresh cucumbers, and creamy sauce. A fast and delicious recipe for lunch or dinner. Ingredients For the crispy…

If you’ve hung around here for very long you probably know by now how much I love magnesium, sodium, and minerals in general. I noticed a huge difference in my health and energy levels after I prioritized minerals. And I’ve heard from many of you how minerals have changed your health too.  This roundup post is a collection of all of the articles and podcast episodes I’ve done over the past 15 years on mineral benefits. They cover what they are, why we need them, side effects of not getting enough, and how to optimize mineral levels. This is your…