Recipes
Meals that fit real life.
Quick, real-food recipes from the BLD kitchen — no fad ingredients, no hour-long prep.
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5- Ingredient Almond Butter Cookie Dough Bites
These 5 -ingredient Almond Butter Cookie Dough Balls are perfect for your sweet tooth! 🍪 Quick, simple, vegan and gluten-free! What is YOUR favorite...
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Almond Butter Brownie Thins
This modified recipe of fudgy almond-butter brownie thins came from a fellow dietitian @bitesbymi, check her out on Instagram! They are made with all-...
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Asian Glazed Salmon Bowl
Did you know that it is recommended to eat fish 2-3 times per week!? Particularly fish that are high in omega-3-fatty acids. No worries, if you are saying...
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Baked "Fried" Chicken
We are from the midwest so comfort food is definitely something we love! Baked “fried” chicken, mashed potatoes with a little cauliflower and country...
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Caramelized Banana Protein Waffles
Who doesn’t love a good waffle!? We love waffles here at Fit Mama In 30 especially when they have added protein! We used Kodiak Cakes Buttermilk Waffle...
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Cauliflower Rice Risotto
If you are looking for a way to add more vegetables to your diet then this dish is a must make!! We used Green Giant’s Cauliflower Risotto Medley to make...
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Chicken Cous Cous Soup
If you are ever feeling a little under the weather and need something warm and satisfying, this chicken cous cous soup really hits the spot. Packed with...
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Chicken Zoodle Pho
HELLOOO WINTER!!! Well we woke up to ice and 28 degree weather, so I was craving a big bowl of this chicken zoodle pho. Even though it looks fancy, no...
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Citrus Mint Infused Water
Ever get sick of plain old water? Try infusing your water with fruit and herbs! Infusing helps take your water to the next level, plus it provides natural...
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Creamy Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
LIQUID GOLD!!! Seriously… this Mac and cheese is the bestttt and guess what!? It’s lightened up by adding a little pumpkin to the mix! The pumpkin gives...
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Easy Minestrone Soup
Who doesn’t love a good soup!? Especially when it is easy! You probably have most of these ingredients or something similar to it in your kitchen already...
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Greek Pasta Salad
Did you know that in Mediterranean countries such as Greece, southern Italy, and Spain, the rate of neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s and...
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Healthy Veggie Hash
If you are looking for a way to use the veggies that are about to go bad in your fridge, this is the recipe for you! Veggie hash is a great way to...
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Homemade Garlic Hummus
If we could jump into a pool full of hummus, we probably would, which is why we made an extra batch today! Full of healthy fats and fiber to fill you up!...
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Matcha Pancakes
These matcha pancakes are filled with vitamins, minerals, and a little caffeine! We all could use a little of that right!? Easy, quick, and delicious!
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Mediterranean Pasta Salad
Coming at you with another high protein pasta dish. Who said you couldn’t eat pasta!? Thanks to Banza pasta, you can now enjoy pasta that is made of...
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Olive Oil Lemon Pasta
Simple, refreshing and delicious! Olive oil and lemon with a little herbs can make the BEST sauce! This will give you total Mediterranean vibes! As...
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Peaches "n" Cream Pancakes
We absolutely love making pancakes especially when they have extra protein! Thanks to Kodiak Cakes, 14 gams of protein are in one serving. Protein helps...
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Pesto Cauliflower Gnocchi
Yes… you read that right, cauliflower gnocchi. This is a semi-homemade meal thanks to Trader Joe’s! Trader Joe’s has frozen cauliflower gnocchi and it is...
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Pesto Chickpea Pasta
Would you believe us if we told you this pasta has 25 grams of protein per serving? Yeah…we didn’t either until we took a look at the nutrition label!...
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Pumpkin Fluff Dip
If you are looking for the easiest dessert in the world, well… here it is! This 3-ingredient pumpkin fluff dip takes just 2 minutes (if that) to make...
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Pumpkin Protein Pancakes
Here at Fit Mama In 30, we are taking full advantage of the fall season and adding pumpkin to well…. just about everything. We are all about quick...
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Red Enchiladas
If you haven't tried Siete Foods almond flour tortillas, you are missing out! We actually prefer them to corn or wheat tortillas — they make these red...
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Red Lentil Tacos
Every now and then, we like to have a meatless-Monday to get more plant-based proteins in our diets. Lentils are high in fiber and protein and make for a...
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Roasted Veggie Quinoa Bowl
Let’s be real…. quinoa by itself can be a little bland and well… boring. However, when you add roasted vegetables, garlic tahini and spices… it is taken...
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Sheet Pan Roasted Veggies and Chicken Sausage
As busy moms, sometimes life gets a little crazy! That is why we like to make meals quick, easy, and most importantly, delicious. This sheet pan meal...
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Southwest Quinoa Salad w Cilantro Lime Dressing - Fit Mama in 30
This southwest quinoa salad with a cilantro-lime sauce is the perfect addition to your weekly meal plan! Plant based proteins and tons of veggies, it is a...
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Spaghetti with Turkey Zucchini Meatballs
If your kids struggle with eating their vegetables, this is a GREAT way to hide them! ( Yes, we have to do that sometimes). These meatballs are super easy...
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Spanish Inspired Shakshuka
Coach Bailey has been wanting to make shaksuka for some time and decided to put a little twist on the classic Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dish using...
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Spicy Chicken Ramen
Well even though it isn’t “officially” winter here in the mid-west, it sure does feel like it! A little snow, ice, and a whole lotta cold! No worries...
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Spinach Orzo Salad
One of coach Bailey’s favorite salads to purchase at Whole Foods is the spinach orzo salad ! However, it can get pricy if purchased in large quantities...
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Stuffed Pepper Soup
It’s warming up in the Midwest for a short time and we aren’t complaining! Speaking of warming up… we are loving this stuffed pepper soup! So easy and can...
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Superfood Dark Chocolate Bark
Like most people, we love sweets and believe there is a place for them in our diet in moderation. This superfood dark chocolate bark satisfies that sweet...
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Tasty Tostadas
We are ALL about trying to come up with healthy swaps for some of our favorite meals. We love tostadas, but most contain processed, refined grains. Not...
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Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
This is BY FAR one of our most popular recipes! Buffalo Cauliflower Bites! SO good…even the biggest meat eaters love them!! Quick, simple and delish!
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Carrot Cake Collagen Balls
We get asked a lot if sweets are something that we incorporate into our diet and the answer is OF COURSE! We love to have a sweet here and there...
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Cold Brew Cocoa Almond Butter Cups
The title explains it all… COLD BREW COCOA ALMOND BUTTER CUPS! Perfect for when you need that little bit of sweet in your life!am so happy with how these...
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Curry Chicken Salad
Coach Bailey is very picky when it comes to chicken salad. She doesn’t don’t like it too creamy, too dry, but jussstttt right! (This is starting to sound...
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Easy Chilaquiles
If you have followed us for awhile, then you know we are all about those quick and easy meals! This one is no exception to the rule. These easy...
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FunFetti Pasta Salad
Did you know that there are ~350 different types of pasta in the world!? That is A LOT of pasta and we’re not mad about it! We found this cute veggie...
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Red Curry
Last night I tried my hand at red curry and it turned out surprisingly well! Kevin absolutely loved it which is always a win! #husbandapproved and...
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Sweet Potato Egg Bites
These egg muffins are EGGcellent! Too much? Probably…. But really they are so good and even better…easy to make! Perfect for an on-the-go breakfast or...
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Authentic Mexican Rice
Authentic Mexican Rice
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Hearty Ribollita
Ribolitta is a comforting classic Italian soup that combines tons of veggies, hearty beans, olive oil, and crisp bread. If you are looking to impress...
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Starbucks Protein Box Dupes
A simple, no-cook snack box you can throw together in five minutes.
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The Best Turkey Chili
Why is this called “The Best Turkey Chili?” Well…. it was actually named that in a local chili competition, and honestly we couldn’t agree more! Easy and...
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Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie
You won’t miss the meat in this vegetarian shepherd’s pie! It is still packed with protein and completely plant-based. Even better… you probably have most...
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Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa Casserole
We love a good casserole here at Fit Mama In 30 especially when it contains quinoa, cheese, and oh yeah… crispy broccoli with panko bread crumb topping!...
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Banana Oatmeal Pancakes
These banana oatmeal pancakes are so easy and perfect for a slow weekend breakfast or brunch! Packed with nutrition and flavor, these will become a family...
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