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    Bell Pepper Nachos- Low Carb

    There comes a time in life where you must make a decision.  Are you going to celebrate Taco Tuesday with amazing flavor and flair… or are you going to let it pass you by? For us, Taco Tuesday is a regular occurrence each week, and don’t get me wrong- we never get tired of tacos, but sometimes we like a little variety in what we eat every Tuesday.  And occasionally we switch up our nutrition routine and do a little low-carb here and there depending on our goals and results we’re working toward.  This week was one of those weeks.   This gal could live on chips and salsa alone…

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    Creamy Chicken Enchiladas (Healthier version)

      Some nights you just need a comfort food, soul feeding, delicious pan of creamy enchiladas.  It’s been years since I made a pan of enchiladas and to say we were due was an understatement.  As we embark on a 3 week- super healthy fitness & nutrition regimen in prep for our Punta Cana vacation on April 23rd, this was a healthier “last hoorah” as a pre-gift to ourselves for committing to hard work for 3 weeks. Keep in mind, when you lead a healthy lifestyle- you should indulge.  You should have treat meals.  And you shouldn’t restrict yourself- that’s no fun.  Neither is dieting.  Eat to live.  Not the…

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    21 Day Fix Turkey Taco Cups

    The easiest of easy, healthy, and 21 Day Fix friendly dinners.  10 minutes skillet to table.  And always a hit with the whole family.  Only 6 ingredients total!  Enjoy and share!   Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground turkey  1 c of your favorite salsa (I used organic chipotle lime from Aldi) 1 can black beans 1 c frozen corn, thawed  Romaine lettuce leaves  Greek yogurt  Directions: In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown turkey with salsa.  Add beans and corn.  Mix well.  Serve in lettuce leaves and top with Greek yogurt.  Enjoy!   For 21 Day Fix: 1 red 1 yellow 1 green (3 leaves)  1/4 purple 

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    Chili-Lime Fish Tacos

    Some people live for Friday.  This lady lives for taco Tuesday.  Switching it up this week for some zesty fish tacos.  Easy peasy lime squeezie!  Enjoy!   Ingredients: 2 tilapia filets 1/2 tbsp chili powder 1 tsp cumin 1/2 tsp garlic powder  1/4 tsp sea salt Juice of 1/2 lime Other half of lime sliced  Directions:  Preheat oven to 400*.  Spray a foil-lined cookie sheet with olive oil.  Place thawed filets on sheet.  Squeeze lime juice over fish. Mix dry spices together.  Rub evenly onto fish. Place lime slices on top.  Bake 15-20 minutes until cooked through.  Serve in corn tortillas, topped with salsa,  and beans & rice on the…

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    Crockpot Salsa Chicken Tostadas

    My favorite food group is salsa.  Hands down.  It’s my favorite condiment.  My favorite dip.  I eat it on eggs.  On top of a turkey burger.  And I use it as a marinade.  And taco Tuesday is one of my favorite days of the week because of salsa.   This is one of my favorite creations.  Easy.  Simplified.  Clean.  And crockpot friendly.  Perfect for a quick, healthy meal, and to satisfy those taco cravings!  Enjoy! Ingredients:  3-4 medium/large chicken breasts 1.5-2 cups organic/all natural salsa (I use Organic Jack’s from Costco) 1/2 medium onion, sliced For the Tostadas:  Corn tortillas (4-8) Cooking spray Directions:  In a medium crockpot sprayed with…

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    Baked Fajita Taco Tuesday

    Every Tuesday needs tacos.  Today I needed tacos.  Baked fajita tacos. No guilt.  Enough flavor to last me until next Tuesday!  We made a big batch.  Homemade taco seasoning too.  And we found some yummy Flat Out multigrain wraps at Costco that are only 90 calories, 18 g carbs, and 9 g protein!  They made perfect soft tacos!  Enjoy and feel free to share!    Easy Fajita Tacos Ingredients:   5-6 medium/large chicken breasts 2 red peppers, sliced 2 green peppers, sliced 1/2 onion, sliced (optional)  For the Taco Seasoning:   1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp oregano 1/4 tsp sea salt  Mix…

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    Macho Nachos!!!

    Taco Tuesday alert!   Ok.  So it’s not exactly tacos.  More like deconstructed tacos.  Ok.  Nachos. Nacho Tuesday!  That’s a thing, you know.  Well, after tonight’s dinner, it’s definitely going to be a thing in our house!  Our 6 year old raves about the macho nachos she has at school.  Chips, taco meat, and covered in cheese- that kind from the can.  Yeah, I’m drooling.  But being the Fit Mommy that I am, I wanted to create a healthier version that we can all enjoy, without the guilt!  Ingredients:   1 lb lean ground turkey 1/2 cup fresh salsa 1/4 c chopped onion 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp cumin…