Confessions of a Mother Runner

Healthy Living, Running & Vegetarian

Trail Mix Popcorn Balls

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This post is sponsored by Bard Valley Natural Delights. Recipes and opinions are my own. Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. I don't know about you but all this warmer weather has me outside running around and trying to do all the things. Doing "all the things" makes this girl very hungry. I certainly have a few go to snacks in my repertoire but honestly I can get a little bored with them. I've taken a bunch of my favorite healthy snack items and combined them into one … [Read more...]

Tex Mex Brown Rice Salad with Jalapeno Vinaigrette

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. As I am getting closer to my race season, I find myself needing some more carbs in my diet. I want to make sure they are high quality carbs paired with lots of plant based protein. That's where this delicious Tex Mex Brown Rice Salad with Jalapeno Vinaigrette comes in. It's the perfect blend of carbs, veggie based protein and Tex Mex flavors. Tex Mex Brown Rice Salad with Jalapeno Vinaigrette I chose to use brown rice in this … [Read more...]

Deep Dish Falafel Pizza with all the Mezze

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. I've been playing around with my healthy baked falafel recipes the past few weeks, and I believe I've come up with a delcious combination to share with you all today. This Deep Dish Falafel Pizza will change the way you eat falafel for good. Deep Dish Falafel Pizza If you are not familiar with falafel, it is a Middle Eastern staple of a combination of chick peas and spices deep fried into little balls and served in a pita. … [Read more...]

How To Make A Spring Bubbly Bar-Meatless Monday

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday. I am doing something totally different today with meatless Monday! We had a big family brunch planned for yesterday to celebrate my daughter's birthday and I wanted to offer something fun and springy. Everyone loves a make your own ___ bar and it's always neat to "mix it up" a bit (ha see what I did there?). That's How To make a Spring Bubbly Bar came about. With all the goodness of fresh fruit and juices, guests are able to create … [Read more...]

Best of Meatless Monday 2016

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Since this is the last Meatless Monday of 2016, I thought it fitting to a little recap of some of my favorite recipes from the last year. Perhaps there are a few recipes that are new to you. Thanks for checking out my Best of Meatless Monday 2016. These Espresso Oatmeal Blueberry bites bursting with blueberries and espresso make the perfect pre or post workout snack. Find the full recipe here Looking for a quick and … [Read more...]

Brussels, Brie & Pear Grilled Cheese

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Hope you all had a fantastic and yummy Thanksgiving. We hosted dinner for 14 guests and of course made way too much food. I have seen lots of posts about what to do with all the left over turkey and stuffing but not too many posts about what to do with leftover veggies. Well never fear! I am here to help with a fun lunch idea for leftover Brussels sprouts. This Brussels, Brie and Pear Grilled Cheese is deliciously decadent and oh so … [Read more...]

Skinny Sweet Potato Casserole

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Happy Friday! I am in all out Thanksgiving planning mode so you are getting a second recipe this week.  The yummy smells of nutmeg and cinnamon are in the air. I still have not narrowed down my whole menu yet however, Sweet potato casserole is always on our table. I believe almost any dish can be made healthier with a few tweaks. Today's recipe Skinny Sweet Potato Casserole is my healthier take on the classic. Hope you enjoy!   [Tweet "Warm gooey marshmallow tops this #healthy … [Read more...]

Spinach & Feta Mashed Potatoes Meatless Monday

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Thanks for  joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. I know it's Halloween, but I am moving on to more important holidays today. For the next few weeks, I will be offering up some meatless sides and mains for Thanksgiving that are a little different than the traditional eats. Today, the Thanksgiving staple, is getting a flavor makeover. These Spinach and Feta Mashed Potatoes are a tasty way to up the flavor and the color of traditional mashed. While traditional mashed potatoes usually … [Read more...]

Sweet Potato Pie Muffins

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Happy Meatless Monday! Thanks for joining Sarah and I to check out all the veggie goodness today. I am so loving all of the fall foods and smells and one of my favorite fall foods is sweet potato. It seems like fall holidays always have some sort of sweet potato pie involved but let's face it, those are not always the healthiest. I've taken all the yummy spices and flavors from the classic dish and put them into delicious Sweet Potato Pie Muffins. Side note: I am moving this week and my … [Read more...]

Fall Superfood Salad-Meatless Monday

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Wow this month totally flew by! I've been sticking to my no pumpkin rule until October so I am almost home free. I am just loving all of the fall produce and working on creating seasonal dishes. There is so much deliciousness to choose from right now. Today, I'm sharing one of my go autumn faves. This Fall Superfood salad is jam packed with healthy goodness. Fall Superfood Salad I've combined some of the best "superfoods" all in … [Read more...]

Spicy Summer Watermelon Gazpacho

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. I couldn't let the summer end without one more recipe featuring the delicious summer tomatoes and watermelon I've been enjoying. I figured why pick just one of my summer favorite foods when I can combine them? Today I'm bringing you a refreshing Spicy Summer Watermelon Gazpacho that I know you are going to love. No longer will you have to decide between watermelon feta salad and a tomato feta salad because I've combined them into … [Read more...]

Blueberry Iced Tea Spritzer

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(This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc and it's advertiser. The following recipe and opinions are my own #TeaProudly #CollectiveBias) Thanks for joining Sarah and I for Meatless Monday. I've got something a little different for you today! With with insane heat we are having, I've been experimenting with some cool drinks and I've found a winner. With some easy preparation and a few ingredients, you can enjoy this healthy Blueberry Iced Tea Spritzer any day of the … [Read more...]