The Perfect Tea Pairings: Unconventional Sandwiches and Teas
Explore unexpected flavor combinations between tea and sandwiches for an extraordinary dining experience.
If you haven’t tried making peanut sauce yet, let me introduce you to your new favorite thing. This super flavorful and easy sauce comes together in 5 minutes, keeps well in the fridge, and is delicious on everything. I love this sauce on steamed or ...
This tahini sauce comes together in less than 2 minutes (seriously!) and is delicious on everything, especially veggies. ...
Protein | Veggies | Fat | Potatoes (Grain Alternative) ...
Delicious salmon taco bowls with homemade-taco seasoned salmon and served with sofrito rice. Add avocado, green onion, salsa, cilantro and some additional toppings you needs for a superb meal-prep dinner! ...
Eggplant & Zucchini Lasagna w/ Pesto Ricotta - for when you want to impress yourself and/or others.
Official Bright Line Eating on Instagram: “Today is Day 5 in our 12 Days of Bright Line Eating Recipes and Meal Ideas series! Be sure to check out the first four meal ideas! You…”
This warm salad is comforting and light at the same time, perfect for spring. ...
Thank you to everybody who responded when I put out a call on facebook for your favorite tofu recipes. I’ve got tempeh figured out, but I’ve always found tofu more challenging. It’s easy to make really bland, boring, burnt, or weirdly textured tofu. I am ...
This recipe was inspired by this test-kitchen article in Cooks Illustrated magazine, in which they tested all manners of plant-based ground beef alternatives for marinara sauce including nuts, lentils, bulgar, mushrooms, beans, eggplant, and cauliflower. Mushrooms and chickpeas came out as clear winners for texture ...
Grain | Protein | Fruit ...
Garlic butter Steak Bites Recipe – So much flavor and so easy to throw together! Sirloin steak bites are marinated with soy sauce, lemon juice, olive oil, hot sauce, and pepper, then pan-sear… ...
This lovely and satisfying salad was inspired by a favorite of ours from the wonderful plant-based cookbook Veganomicon. Modified for your peace and enjoyment, of course. ...
With a generous amount of acidity from apple cider vinegar and Dijon mustard, our coleslaw recipe is anything but dull. Instead, it is packed with fresh, lively flavors that wake up anything you serve with it. Unlike some of the more traditional or popular recipes ...
These easy, delicious baked oatmeal cups are perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast and are naturally vegan and free of sugar and flour. ...
No-Cook Meal Prep Burrito Bowls Meal prep burrito bowls make a great lunch to last the week, plus this version requires zero cooking! Have a healthy lunch ready for the week in 10 minutes! ~~ CLICK PIN TO READ MORE ~~| Clean Eating | Clean ...
Here’s a festive, pumpkin variation of my basic flourless oat muffins. This recipe replaces some of the fruit serving with pumpkin, keeping a little bit of banana for sweetness and adding generous amounts of heavenly fall spices. Just like their banana oat cousin, these are ...
Stir Fry w/ Thai Peanut Sauce - I make this almost every week. It's just the BEST.
Amazing, 30-minute shawarma-inspired dip with baked chickpeas, parsley-tomato salad, and an easy 4-ingredient garlic dill sauce! ...
You'll be sure to have a balanced (and delicious!) morning meal. ...
There are 2 ingredients in this chia jam, just berries and chia seeds. No sweetener or thickeners needed! ...
This easy lentil flatbread will be a hit for you and your family! It's made with 3 ingredients and loaded with plant protein to boot.
Strawberry Feta Spinach Salad - howtoremoveyouracne.blogspot.com
One full week of Bright Line Eating meals dinners with pics & quantities. #brightlineeating
Fresh Chili Lime Chicken Burgers with Avocado Salsa!
Sometimes I need a salad that is going to satisfy. Here’s one that will leave you feeling no sense of deprivation whatsoever. This recipe is inspired by this one over at The Garden Grazer. ...
This quick 30-minute dinner is exactly what you need to get a delicious weeknight meal on the table fast. Tender chicken and fajita veggies are all cooked on one sheet pan for easy cleanup and then turned into perfect burrito bowls with all of your ...
Filling, quick, and nutritious, this simple 6-ingredient weeknight stir fry will quickly become a household staple when pressed for time. ...
Official Bright Line Eating on Instagram: “On the 7th day of Bright Line Eating Recipes and Meal ideas we bring you this delicious Stuffed Spaghetti Squash. Just a few simple…”
4 ingredient Garlic Chicken Zoodles
This one always makes the rounds in our community around Thanksgiving time. It’s perfect for bringing to a holiday gathering, and it only counts toward your veggie serving so there’s no complicated food plan math to do. This recipe comes from this one over at ...
This fresh corn salad is bursting with delicious flavor and is the perfect, easy side dish for summer grilling!
Peggy on Instagram: “Cannot wait to try these Carrot Fries! Thanks to @just.a.nibble for another inspired recipe!!❤ . . #brightlineeating #brightlinebites”
Oven Roasted Roots
Here’s my favorite thing to do with 2-ingredient quinoa crusts. ...
These days there are several decent brands of vegan and dairy free ranch, but I find them all to be really expensive, and they don’t taste as good as when I make it myself. Don’t be deterred by the long list of ingredients, it mostly ...
Happy Autumn! This is my favorite season for produce in the Pacific Northwest. The farmers markets are just so inspiring and bountiful. Here is a roundup of all my very favorite BLE-friendly, naturally vegan fall soups. Enjoy! Note that Bright Line Eating doesn’t advocate for ...
Not eating sugar or flour but missing baked goods? Here are my best sugar and flour free baking hacks for delicious treats with well-formed textures. ...
This warm, flavorful, wonderful curry is inspired by this recipe from Minimalist Baker. I have adapted the ratios but most of this recipe comes from the original, except for the amounts of coconut milk and the removal of sweeteners. This recipe comes together quickly, under ...
Grilled Cajun Lime Chicken - juicy, tender and flavorful chicken that is super easy to make and can be on your table in under 15 minutes! And can you really go wrong with a delicious slice of chicken that is under 200 calories?? ...
This is salad is immediately devoured at every potluck or gathering we’ve brought it to. I love it scooped with tortilla chips, eaten plain as a side salad, or a chunky salsa for tacos or burritos. ...
I don’t exactly know what the word gratin means, especially vegan gratin (doesn’t it usually involve lots of cheese?), but what I do know is that I adapted this recipe that calls itself a gratin from One Green Planet and that it was delicious. You ...
The beauty of overnight porridge is that there is no cooking involved! I love this recipe for when I know I won’t have a lot of time in the morning and just want to throw some fruit in a bowl and eat. It’s also great ...
Protein + Fat makes this a great Bright Line Eating meal for lunch or dinner. Add this to your healthy eating meal plan for weight loss. It's one I used to lose 150+ pounds. no longer chunky, no longer obese, happy thin and free, clean eating, no sugar, no flour, bright lines, bright line dinner,
I don't know about you, but when I first started doing Bright Line Eating I hated oatmeal. Seriously, it made me gag. Now my morning oatmeal is my favorite meal of the day. ...
@shalae.brightlines on Instagram: “Another one if my favorite breakfasts. Often I'll do pecans with it instead of the peanut butter and peanuts. #ble #brightlineeating…”
Breakfast hash! Such a great way to use up those random veggies leftover from the week.
Instant Pot Pot Roast Recipe - the best pot roast cooked in the Instant Pot pressure cooker, with carrots and potatoes. This tender and melt-in-your-mouth roast is rich in flavor, a true comfort food. #InstantPot #potroast
Here’s a delicious, meant-to-be pairing. Perfect for wintertime. I love using a small cast iron skillet when I make this for my own personal, special breakfast. You can choose whether to poach the eggs to place on top, or to bake them on top of ...
This spicy cashew dressing can turn even the most adamant salad hater into a salad lover. This is perfect on a Whole30 approved Cobb Salad, but would be delicious on any salad and any veggies.
Cilantro Lime Shrimp and Avocado Salad - a salad packed full of vegetables that will become a go-to meal or dish in your kitchen from the moment you try it! This salad is very easy to make, light and refreshing in flavor, and can be ...
Protein | Grain | Fruit ...
If you like spiralizing veggies and have a spiralizer, this one is easy, quick, and super flavorful. It reminds me of Cashew Cabbage Stir Fry, but with zoodles instead of cabbage. If you’re working with pre-spiralized zoodles, this is a perfect quick weeknight meal that ...
This cilantro and herb chutney is the one thing you didn't know you were missing in your life, and will soon become one of your pantry staples! ...
Bright citrus flavors meet earthy, rich herbs in this recipe for lemon rosemary chicken. Served on top of swiss chard and a sweet mix of raisins, honey, and walnuts, this might become your favorite. Leave out the honey to be truly Bright Line Eating compliant. no sugar, no flour, weight loss journey, clean eating, bright line dinner, meal planning
Breakfast Polenta - I eat my beautiful oatmeal almost every single day, but once in a while it feels like a day for a breakfast treat. Today, I felt like having a special Sunday breakfast.
Make sure to measure your portions for Bright Line Eating, and try this Whole30 + Keto Instant Pot Bolognese Sauce
Great low carb alternative to traditional corn or flour tortillas. ...
Clean Eating Cauliflower Pizza Bake Recipe ...
Healing Bowls: turmeric sweet potatoes, brown rice, red quinoa, arugula, poached egg, lemon dressing. ...
Chicken Salad-Stuffed Avocados - Delicious and easy to meal prep for work lunch. Plus: 5 more spicy fat burning recipes for lunch! About weight loss meals, spicy fat burning foods, meal prep for work lunches, fat loss over 50. #cleaneating #healthyrecipes #weightloss #avocado #lunchrecipes
These versatile flourless pancakes are made with banana, oats, and egg. Play around with fun toppings! Perfect for a special weekend treat. ...
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With just 5 simple ingredients, this light, refreshing salad highlights juicy summer tomatoes.
This breakfast is super easy and convenient. This is a great one for camping, road trips, or traveling. The peanut butter granola counts for part of a protein serving (see below), so you have some protein left for the yogurt. ...
This easy, flavorful, and delicious recipe is adapted slightly from this post over at The Full Helping. It’s perfect for batch cooking and freezing. ...
From the official Bright Line Eating cookbook! Check out the cookbook for simple Bright Line Eating recipes and variations on this oatmeal.
Teri's Pressure Cooker Sausage and Peppers via @pressurecook2da/
These aren't your mom's deviled eggs. ...
Photo by my wonderful mother Isabel Gates This is a perfect make-ahead meal. I’ve always got a few pre-portioned emergency chili meals in the freezer for when I’m in a pinch. I like to make chili in the slow cooker or crockpot, but you could ...
This Corn Tomato Avocado Salad is summer in a bowl! The perfect side dish with anything you’re grilling, or double the portion as a main dish. INGREDIENTS: corn kernels from 1 large steamed corn on the cobb (1 cup) 5 ounces diced avocado, from 1 ...
Easy Buffalo Wing Cauliflower Recipe - April Golightly
Protein | Veggies | Fat | Potatoes (Grain Alternative) ...
I know it’s the wrong season for chili, but let’s be honest, it’s never the wrong season for chili. Also I had some butternut squash and chipotle peppers to use up. This recipe comes from Cookie and Kate. I adapted it slightly to work on ...
Tired of oatmeal for breakfast? Here’s a nice warm porridgy breakfast change for you. I was surprised at how decadent and delicious this was. It will probably become a regular on my breakfast rotation. The millet has a nice texture and the mashed banana and ...
This pressure cooker soup recipe features top-knotch winter ingredients like sweet butternut squash and lentils. ...
Here’s a fun way of turning your oatmeal inside out. I love doing this when you feel like a yummy, warm, and decadent (yet healthy) breakfast treat. ...
Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl - How did it take me this long to try sweet potatoes for breakfast? This is a great way to change it up from oatmeal or cereal, and making a big batch of sweet potato ahead of time makes this a super easy, no-cook, grab-and-go breakfast option. I imagine this would also be a great option for camping or travel.
Have you ever tried making your own veggie burgers? A food processor makes easy work of it, and you can scale up the recipe and store the leftover patties in the fridge or freezer for later. Make a… ...
Grilled Herbed Chicken on a pineapple bun: there are no words guys. . ▪️3 cloves garlic, minced ▪️1/2-1 onion, diced ▪️1/4 cup parsley ▪️1/4 cup basil ▪️1-2 tsp dry mustard (I do 2) . ▪️1-2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (I do 2) ▪️2 tsp salt ▪️1/4 cup olive oil ▪️juice from one lemon or lime . 🔹Combine ingredients and add chicken, let marinade for several hours 🔹 Spray grill with non-stick cooking spray, and grill chicken 🔹For Bright Line Eating modification, use .5 oz of oil per serving 🔹This r
Videos on Bright Line Eating in general. Love watching others on their journey!
I buy all of these coleslaw veggies pre-shredded at Trader Joe’s (shredded cabbage, cruciferous crunch mix, and carrots), and it takes about 5 minutes to mix this coleslaw together. Or, you could buy a pre-made coleslaw veggie mix. This is delicious alongside any BBQ-flavored protein. ...
Coconut Curry Lentil Soup - This simple and flavorful soup is a big hit in our family. This soup is super easy to make and freezer-friendly. I have adapted the amounts very slightly.
Brittney on Instagram: “Zucchini muffins made with zucchini from my garden. Yum! (Recipe in highlights) Protein: 1 egg, 1 oz walnuts Grain: 1 oz oats Fruit/Veg:…”
By Natalie at Tastes Lovely ...
PROTEIN: 2 EGGS / FRUIT: 6 OZ BANANA / GRAIN: 4 OZ HASHBROWNS
This delicious mango salsa is always a crowd pleaser. www.brightlineeating.com
This is my go-to plant-based adaptation of the popular BLE Pancakes or “Oaties”. I don’t eat eggs very often, so I like to have a plant-based version of these kinds of recipes in my repertoire. I started this experiment using flax seeds and chia seeds ...
Black Bean & Pumpkin Chili - Here’s a simple and easy one to make you feel a little more festive.
These veggie roll-ups look fancy and impressive, but this meal comes together in less than 30 minutes for a filling and delicious weeknight dinner. Roasting veggies that can be cut into long strips work great for this, including zucchini, summer squash, and eggplant. ...
Chicken Piccata is perfect for Bright Line Eating! No flour, no sugar. Protein + veggies make this great for your weight loss journey.
If you're looking to make Instant Pot chicken I have all the cook times for frozen chicken and fresh that you'll need to get started with printables too. #instantpot #pressurecooker #chicken #howtocook #frozen #fresh #cook #times
Katie's Bright Kitchen on Instagram: “A lot of folks have been asking me for oil-free recipes lately. Here’s a delicious, creamy, oil-free hummus recipe that comes together in…”
Official Bright Line Eating on Instagram: “Let's get our 12 Days of Bright Line Eating Recipes and Meal Ideas party started! You'll be able to find all the recipes and meal ideas…”
Happy Saturday! I know I’ve been posting a lot of maintenance recipes lately. That’s because I’ve been living here in maintenance land for over a year and honestly, I’m running out of ideas for things that don’t involve grains or potatoes. Don’t worry, I won’t ...
PROTEIN: 2 EGGS / FRUIT: 6 OZ BANANA / VEGGIE: 6 OZ PICKLE, CARROT, TOMATO / FAT: 0.5 OZ MAYO
Enjoy this great-tasting sugar- and flour-free chicken bruschetta for weight loss, with or without Bright Line Eating.
Caribbean Black Beans Recipe - EcoRico TV
Liv - BLE Account on Instagram: “Buffalo Chicken Salad 🥗 . Protein: 4 oz chicken Veggies: 6 oz mix of lettuce, spring mix, and tomatoes Fat: 0.5 oz blue cheese dressing .…”
Portable Food Choices Protein: Beans – canned, in pouches, or pre-cooked and weighed into single-serving containers or ziplocks Edamame – shelled and weighed into single-serving containers or ziplocks Quinoa – pre-cooked and weighed into single-serving containers or ziplocks Lentils – pre-cooked and weighed into single-serving ...
This is a lovely breakfast treat for those times when you want a break from your delicious oatmeal. ...
Official Bright Line Eating on Instagram: “It's soup season and there's no need to be scared of soup! 😉 All it requires is a little #blemath and, not to worry, we've done all the…”
Official Bright Line Eating on Instagram: “Take a look at this Community Recipe from Liv! (@liv.bright.lines on Instagram.) #brightlinebites Take it away Liv! 💛 What’s better than…”
While wild rice is wonderful when served by itself, it also is a nice addition to salads, soups, and casseroles. Its nutty flavors elevate a dish instantly. If you agree, consider this post as your guide to How To Cook Wild Rice recipe. Read through ...
This is not the most common way of roasting a chicken but is definitely one of my favorites although I save it mostly for special occasions. Just because it does take extra time and extra effort that a traditionally roasted chicken wouldn’t require. What’s the ...
Official Bright Line Eating on Instagram: “Today's #12daysofblerecipes is a wheat berry bowl breakfast! First of all you may be wondering, "What on earth are wheat berries?" Wheat…”
Baked Beans (Vegan) - Lynda Hahn’s delicious baked beans recipe is well-loved and shared around fairly regularly in the Bright Line Eating community. I have shared it here with her written permission. Thanks Lynda!
Csilla on Instagram: “Cubism...🤪Do you recognize these little cubes?cucumber, 2 types of melon and Feta cheese. You can make a perfect salad out of them. Or if…”
Liv - BLE Account on Instagram: “Made myself this giant BLE cookie for my 21st birthday today 🎉 . Recipe: 5 oz banana 1 oz blueberries 1 oz oats 1 oz nut butter 1 oz…”
I originally planned to make risotto with traditional arborio rice today, but then I discovered that I had run out. I decided to use barley instead, and I was pleasantly surprised! Personally, I love barley’s chewy pop. Feel free to swap out your grain of ...
This dressing is tangy, creamy, and super flavorful. I love it on southwestern-style bowls and salads. ...
This recipe is done in a crockpot and takes very little active time, although you do need to soak the beans the night before. Or, the quick version would be to use canned beans, skip adding the wat… ...
Happy 12 Days of Bright Line Eating Recipes and Meal Ideas! Today is day 12 and this is our final meal idea before we wrap things up! Be…
I’ve mentioned this porridge in other places on this blog, but enough people have been asking me about it that I decided it deserved it’s own post. I’ve been on a bit of a cereal kick lately, so I had kind of forgotten about oatmeal. ...
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