This Peach Baked Oatmeal is one of my favorite healthy breakfasts for summer, especially during peach season! It has 24 grams of protein, it only takes a few minutes to put together, and the oven does the rest of the work while you get ready for the day. Plus it can be made the night before! Made with banana, cottage cheese, and protein powder, the oatmeal base is soft, fluffy, and deliciously sweet. It has a caramelized cinnamon-sugar peach topping that tastes like warm peach cobbler for a dessert-inspired high-protein breakfast you’ll LOVE!
15-Minute Sushi Bowls
Easy Sushi Bowls made in under 15 minutes and no cooking required! These are my go-to when I’m craving sushi but want something super quick and easy. Made with spicy tuna, marinated cucumbers, creamy avocado, edamame, and warm rice, they have all the flavors of my favorite sushi roll without any of the rolling stress. And with 29 grams of protein and lots of fiber, these bowls are healthy, balanced, and protein-forward. My family and I love these for busy weeknights, meal prep lunches, or hot summer days!
High-Protein Chocolate Mousse Parfaits
Make this chocolate mousse parfait with cottage cheese, whipped cream, and fresh strawberries for a decadent, protein-forward dessert!
Crispy Beef Quesadillas
I grew up eating a version of this Carne Asada Quesadilla recipe at my Abuelita’s house, and it’s still one of my favorite meals ever! Crispy tortillas filled with the most irresistible marinated flank steak, black beans, and lots of melty cheese for the ultimate comfort food. Paired with a creamy, sweet, spicy dipping sauce, every bite is SO comforting, and a single serving has 55 grams of protein!
Butter Pecan Ice Cream
This Ninja Creami Butter Pecan Ice Cream Recipe is thick, super creamy, and full of that signature buttery pecan flavor. It tastes even better than store-bought ice cream but secretly has 21 grams of protein for a better-for-you dessert! I love that it’s so incredibly easy to make and it’s one of those recipes I like to keep stocked in the freezer all summer long. This is such a good one, you’ll never go back to store-bought again!
Lemon Mascarpone Pasta
This Lemon Mascarpone Pasta is one of my favorite comfort food dinners for spring and summer! Inspired by my upcoming trip to the Amalfi Coast, this creamy recipe combines mascarpone, bright lemon, pappardelle pasta, sweet peas, and lots of Parmesan. I love that all of the ingredients cook right in one pan, so it’s super quick and easy! And even though it tastes Italian restaurant-worthy, it’s actually perfect for busy weeknights. This has been one of my favorite dinner go-to’s lately!
Cottage Cheese Brownie Cookies
Why choose between brownies and cookies when you can have both with this easy Brownie Cookies Recipe? I recently made these for a small get together with friends and I knew I had to share the recipe right away! These cookies are made with a fudgy chocolate batter full of dark chocolate chunks, shaped into cookies, and baked until lightly crisp around the edges with soft chewy centers. And because they’re secretly made with cottage cheese, each cookie has 5 grams of protein!
Guava Ice Cream
This Guava Ice Cream recipe is sweet, creamy, and one of my favorite things to make in the summer! Made with just four simple ingredients, it’s refined sugar-free and dairy-free for a super creamy dessert that’s secretly good for you. I make it with my Ninja Creami, but you can always make it in a blender instead. Serve it on its own, or add a dash of Tajín for the best refreshing ice cream recipe!
Hot Honey Sweet Potato Waffles
These Hot Honey Chicken Sweet Potato Waffles are one of the most fun easy lunches or dinners I’ve made lately! A savory twist on classic chicken and waffles, they feature a cheesy sweet potato waffle base topped with shredded chicken, crunchy slaw, creamy avocado, and a generous drizzle of hot honey. Every bite is sweet, savory, spicy, creamy, crunchy, and SO good. If you’ve been looking for a creative way to use leftovers or bring new flavors to the table, this is the recipe for you!
Cottage Cheese Bagels
These Cottage Cheese Bagels are soft, fluffy, and have 10 grams of protein per bagel! Quick and easy to make, they come together with just a handful of pantry staples and are ready to eat in just over 30 minutes with no yeast and no boiling required. They’ve easy to customize and have become one of my favorite make-ahead breakfast recipes for the whole family. My littles love getting to add nut butters, jams, and cream cheese, and I like to make savory breakfast sandwiches for a healthy, high-protein start to the morning!
Carne Asada Sweet Potato Bowls
These Carne Asada Bowls are one of my favorite elevated weeknight dinners! With 43 grams of protein, they’re filling and perfect for summer. Made with tender citrus-marinated carne asada, roasted sweet potatoes, crunchy cabbage slaw, creamy avocado, and a zesty lime-jalapeño aioli, this recipe feels fancy but is super simple to make. Every bite has the perfect balance of smoky, sweet, creamy, and fresh flavors. They’re honestly perfect for busy weeknights or casual summer dinners with friends!
Fresh Air Retreat Recap
As you may have seen on Instagram, I recently went on a trip to Atlanta and stayed in a house with a bunch of food bloggers for one of the best weeks ever! I’m so grateful for our amazing hosts and sponsors who put everything together, and today I’m excited to share details about everything […]
Salted Caramel Ice Cream
This Salted Caramel Ice Cream is SO thick, ultra creamy, and super indulgent with chewy pieces of dates in each bite. You’d never guess that it’s naturally sweetened and made with cottage cheese! This ice cream has 18 grams of protein and only takes minutes to prep, but it’s so good and full of that creamy, caramel goodness we all love. Make it with a Ninja Creami or regular blender for the perfect summer treat!