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Fresh, healthy, and easy summer dinner recipes the whole family will love, from chicken to pasta to crockpot meals!

Our tequila pina colada is a bright and refreshing take on the classic rum cocktail that you’ll want to be sipping on all summer long.

This healthy chicken fajita bowl is the best weeknight dinner if you’re craving something satisfying and full of protein! It’s also easy to meal prep for the week ahead.

This baked cottage cheese flatbread pizza is a quick and easy dinner for 2 that’s high in protein and vegetarian friendly!

Creamy, decadent buffalo gnocchi is one of the best comfort food dinners! Make this easy recipe for two in just 10 minutes.

These Fourth of July dip recipes will be a hit at your cookout! Cold dips, hot dips, and make ahead options to help you plan your menu.

Cottage cheese spinach artichoke dip is a healthier, high protein appetizer or snack that’s perfect for your next party.

If you love queso but want a healthier version, this cottage cheese queso recipe is for you! Low in calories and high in protein.

This pina colada chicken is the creamy, tropical coconut and pineapple chicken of your dreams! Cooks in a crockpot for easy meal prep.

This juicy and flavorful roasted tomato and garlic bruschetta with balsamic vinegar is the best summer appetizer for two! Scales easily for a larger crowd.

The best summer sandwich recipes for all of your outdoor activities, from relaxing in the backyard to having a picnic at the park or beach!

This sweet and savory pork stir fry with lo mein noodles is a flavorful and satisfying dinner for two that you can make in under 30 minutes.

Our grilled chicken sandwich with roasted red peppers spread is the perfect lunch or dinner when you’re craving bright and fresh flavors.

Make this spicy cashew pasta with crispy chicken for a satisfying, high protein dinner you can cook in under 30 minutes.

This savory 4-ingredient garlic herb cream cheese recipe is the best spread for bagels, sandwiches, and wraps - for breakfast or lunch!

Make these healthy chipotle lime black bean burrito bowls in 30 minutes for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.

The best overnight New York style bagel recipe - buttery, chewy, and so fluffy on the inside! Adapted from Sophisticated Gourmet.

Plan a Memorial Day cookout to remember with these 15 easy recipes for a crowd, including make-ahead dishes and grilling favorites.

Make this flavorful Korean inspired slow cooker gochujang chicken with just 10 ingredients and enjoy it with rice, on tostadas, or for tacos!

This flavorful 3-ingredient sun dried tomato basil cream cheese is the perfect savory spread for bagels and sandwiches.