Confessions of a Mother Runner

Healthy Living, Running & Vegetarian

Strawberry, Blueberry, Avocado, Quinoa and Kale Salad

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Now that I am back and recovered from all of my travels, I am ready to get back on track with my eating. Don't get me wrong, I loved sampling all of the local cuisine while traveling but a girl's gotta fit into her running clothes! This Strawberry, Blueberry, Avocado, Quinoa and Kale salad is the perfect light summer salad you are looking for. Strawberry, Blueberry, Avocado, Quinoa and Kale Salad The strawberries and blueberries … [Read more...]

Avocado Egg Salad You’ve Got To Try

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today! I can't believe it's June already! So up until quite recently,  the thought of egg salad just really did not appeal to me at all. Not going to lie, I thought it was weird thing they had at bad buffets. I have completely changed my tune and I am all about the egg salad especially, this Avocado Egg Salad. I was thinking about how often I eat eggs and what a great source of protein they are. We all know avocados make everything … [Read more...]

Raw Pad Thai Salad With Kelp Noodles

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. As my regular readers are aware, I have just returned from a 2 week long family vacation in Singapore and The Maldives. We feasted on many noodle dishes and dumplings and lots of rice dishes.  Nothing at all wrong with indulging while on vacay, but now I am ready to get back on track. I am ready for a few days of veggie filled salads and this Raw Pad Thai salad with Kelp Noodles fits the bill. Ever had Kelp Noodles   ? They are … [Read more...]

Protein Packed Vanilla Blueberry Granola

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. I have always been a fan of granola but admittedly do not eat it all that often. Why you ask? I find it difficult to find granola that is not loaded with sugar and other ingredients that make it more like dessert. I decided it was time to bake up a batch of my own Protein Packed Vanilla Blueberry Granola with all the ingredients I like to fuel my body with. This post is sponsored by Nuzest and Fit Approach and all opinions and recipe are … [Read more...]

The Best Oatmeal Banana Pumpkin Muffins

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Just when you think you can't possibly have enough muffins recipes, I am here to tell you that you don't want to miss this one. These Oatmeal Banana Pumpkin Muffins are full of all the good stuff without any added white sugar or white flour. They are my new favorite!   Oatmeal Banana Pumpkin Muffins I knew I wanted to make a "healthier" muffin and get rid of the white flour and white sugar without sacrificing taste. After … [Read more...]

7 Layer Mediterranean Salad-Meatless Monday

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday! With the yummy spring produce coming out, I just want to eat all the salad all day long. With Easter, Passover and Mother's Day quickly approaching, this is a fantastic easy salad for entertaining. Packed with veggies along with hummus, feta and tabouleh this 7 layer Mediterranean Salad makes a great presentation. I took many of my favorite Mediterranean salad components: lettuce, tomato, hummus, chick peas, tabouleh, feta and cucumber … [Read more...]

Devilishly Delicious Ways To Enjoy Hard Boiled Eggs

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Happy April everyone! The month that just screams hard boiled eggs. With both Easter and Passover quickly approaching, I am offering up a few Devilishly Delicious Ways to enjoy this nutritious snack and fun party food. Devilishly Delicious Hard Boiled Eggs I have always been a huge fan of hard boiled eggs for snacks. After all, eggs are filled with tons of protein and healthy fats to fuel and refuel with. I will often eat them … [Read more...]

Everything Bagel Spiced Asparagus -Simple Sides

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. We may be starting to see a few signs of spring around here. With the time change yesterday and St. Patrick's Day this weekend, I felt it appropriate to share a green recipe. Asparagus is always one of my favorite veggies and it's especially good this time of the year. Wait until you try it with Everything Bagel spice! Everything Bagel Spiced Asparagus Perhaps it was the "Luck of the Irish" that I found both the larger, thicker … [Read more...]

5 Minute Mexican Caesar Salad Meatless Monday

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Thanks for joining Sarah and Me for Meatless Monday today. There is a salad place I frequent with my run crew which has all kinds of creative made especially for you fantastic salad blends. Do salads always taste better when someone else makes them for you? Not this time! I have figured out how to make this oh so yummy Mexican Caesar Salad in just 5 minutes. Trust me 5 minutes the most perfect salad for lunch or dinner. 5 Minute Mexican Caesar Salad As with many salads, one of the keys to … [Read more...]

Curried Chick Pea, Green Apple & Cashew Salad Sandwich

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. While I was completely obsessed with "all the soups" the last few weeks, my heart has me dreaming of slightly warmer temps. Lately, I have been craving wraps and sandwiches for lunches. This Curried Chick Pea, Green Apple & Cashew Salad Sandwich hits all the marks flavor and nutrition wise. Curried Chick Pea, Green Apple & Cashew Salad Sandwich Chick peas (I use Goya brand) are one of my favorite sources of vegetarian … [Read more...]

Hot Date Chocolate Valentine Brownies

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today! Just realized that it's Valentine's Day week and I am getting into the loving spirit today with these Hot Date Chocolate Valentine Brownies. These are not just any brownies, oh no, they are filled with all kinds of healthy goodness but decadent enough to let you feel like you are treating yourself. Did you know that dates have 50% more potassium than bananas? I didn't either!  Great runner fuel and a natural replacement for sugar … [Read more...]

Crockpot Creamy Lentil Soup Vegan

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Seems as though so many of us are being hit hard with the realities of winter. I still try to get outside for runs and/or walks on cold days but when I come inside, I am craving something warm and cozy. Last week, I came up with this easy Crockpot Creamy Lentil Soup and let me tell you, it will warm you on the coldest of days. Crockpot Creamy Lentil Soup In my opinion, crockpot recipes are the best in the coldest days of winter. … [Read more...]