Our garden is overflowing with basil and fresh tomatoes right now so a pesto recipe was a MUST! Also anytime Sockeye Salmon is on sale at...

Perfectly crispy, perfectly seasoned and only 10 minutes in the oven. These zucchini fries are not meant to replace regular fries-...

We had loads of fresh cherry tomatoes ripe in our garden this weekend so of course a farmer's market inspired tomato recipe was...

The perfect refreshing summer recipe. These new marinades by #GHughes are some of my favorites, low calorie and full of flavor! The new...

Date night? Birthday dinner? Celebratory meal? Any minor positive happening that deserves to be celebrated? Just because?! I've got the...

I love this dish because it is so so simple. Just mix the spices, sprinkle over the salmon and bake! Dinner is ready in 20 minutes and...

We love a simple recipe here at #BrainsandBalance! Especially when it's all in one pot! With hearty grains and vegetables, lean proteins...

This 15 minute dinner is something everyone will love. Simple ingredients for the picky eaters and minimal prep and cooking for the tired...

I got the idea for this recipe from a combination of asian recipes I have made in the past. A while ago I made Jing Jiang chicken and the...

I used to hate mushrooms until I realized I just wasn't properly cooking them! Once you learn how to remove the water that's logged and...

This seafood risotto is creamy, decedent and low carb! And guess what- one dish! My favorite kind of meal. Serve this with a fresh green...

There are a few things I love about this dish. First and most importantly it can be made all in one pot. The flavors cook together in the...

I may be biased... but this just may be the best looking stack I've ever seen never mind eaten. A healthy scoop of garlic aioli smeared...

This salad screams summer. From the bright fruits, tangy vinaigrette and fresh herbs to the juicy chicken, creamy mozzarella and loads of...

There's nothing more satisfying than a grilled cheese. Lunch? Dinner? Dessert? With fries? Dunked in soup? The answer to all of these is...

Spring has sprung and this salad is inspired by the rainbow of flowers blooming lately. I love incorporating whatever veggies are on sale...

After a busy weekend with my parents visiting, wedding dress try ons and plenty of cheese and wine- I was unprepared for lunches this...

I've used store bought canned enchilada sauce, I've used fancy expensive enchilada sauce, I've made enchilada sauce using tomato sauce......

Healthy Mexican side dishes are hard to come by- but don't get me wrong I love them just the same. But sometimes I want a lighter...

One bite of this and you'll swear you are eating dessert instead of a vegetable. Roasted acorn squash takes on a delicious sweet flavor...