Healthy Recipes « Clean & Delicious https://cleananddelicious.com/recipes/ A food blog with easy, healthy, clean eating recipes! Thu, 23 Oct 2025 20:16:20 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 Cottage Cheese Banana Bread with Almond Flour https://cleananddelicious.com/cottage-cheese-banana-bread-with-almond-flour/ https://cleananddelicious.com/cottage-cheese-banana-bread-with-almond-flour/#comments Fri, 17 Oct 2025 14:06:52 +0000 https://cleananddelicious.com/?p=77171 Meet your new favorite healthy banana bread! This Cottage Cheese Banana Bread is soft, tender, moist, and naturally sweet (thanks to extra-ripe bananas). The cottage cheese adds a sneaky boost of protein, while almond flour keeps it light, nutty, and gluten-free. It’s the perfect “better-for-you” bake to enjoy for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. As...

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Meet your new favorite healthy banana bread! This Cottage Cheese Banana Bread is soft, tender, moist, and naturally sweet (thanks to extra-ripe bananas). The cottage cheese adds a sneaky boost of protein, while almond flour keeps it light, nutty, and gluten-free. It’s the perfect “better-for-you” bake to enjoy for breakfast, snack time, or dessert.

Sliced cottage cheese banana bread with chocolate chips.

As someone who’s always looking for easy ways to add more protein to everyday meals, this recipe has become a new favorite of mine! It’s simple, satisfying, and just the right mix of cozy and nourishing. My kids love a warm slice after school, and I love it with my morning coffee. Plus, it freezes beautifully, making it perfect for meal prep—so you can always have a healthy snack or quick breakfast ready to go.

So, whether you’re searching for a high-protein banana bread recipe, a healthy banana bread with almond flour, or just a fun way to use cottage cheese in baking, this loaf delivers. It’s Clean & Delicious comfort food you can feel good about sharing with your family (or keeping all to yourself!).😉

Let’s take a look at the ingredient line-up:

Bowls with almond flour, cottage cheese, maple syrup, egg and mashed bananas.

A note on the bananas. There is no such thing as a banana that has become too brown! The more brown speckles your banana has, the better. This is because bananas get sweeter as they ripen. So the next time you are thinking about tossing your brown bananas, remember this simple mantra:

“The browner the banana, the sweeter the bread — waste them not, bake them instead!” 😋

What I learned when I tested this recipe:

  • After the bread cools, it will dip a bit in the center. This is ok and to be expected. This is because the combination of cottage cheese, bananas, and almond flour holds a lot of moisture—but trust me, once the bread cools, it has the most delicious texture (tender and moist!).
  • Which brings me to my next point…. You must not cut this bread until it cools for at least 20 minutes. I know you will be tempted, but I promise, your patience will be rewarded.

Cottage Cheese Banana Bread Made Easy

Ready to bake some magic? This cottage cheese banana bread is made all in one bowl! Just mash, mix, and bake your way to a moist, rich loaf that’s full of flavor in every bite.

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Cottage Cheese Banana Bread with Almond Flour

If you’ve been looking for a healthier twist on a classic, this Cottage Cheese Banana Bread with Almond Flour is it! It’s moist, tender, and naturally sweetened with ripe bananas—plus it sneaks in a little extra protein thanks to the cottage cheese.
Course breads + muffins, BREAKFAST, snack
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 10 servings
Calories 239kcal
Author Dani Spies

Ingredients

  • 2-3 (250g) ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup (110g) low-fat cottage cheese, I use this one
  • 1/4 cup (85g) maple syrup
  • 1 egg
  • 2 egg whites, (115 grams liquid egg whites)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2.5 cups almond flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1.5 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350ºF. Lightly grease a loaf pan and line with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, combine mashed bananas, cottage cheese, maple syrup, egg, egg whites, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
  • Add almond flour, baking soda, and cinnamon. Mix until everything is combined and you have a nice hearty batter. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  • Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle extra chocolate chips over the top if desired.
  • Bake in the oven for 50-55 minutes until lightly browned over the top and set through the center.

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Notes

Check the banana bread at the 20-25 minute mark. If it is browning too quickly place a piece of of foil over the top of the bread for the rest of the baking time.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 239kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 180mg | Potassium: 42mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 89mg | Iron: 1mg

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Healthy Turkey Spinach Lasagna with Cottage Cheese https://cleananddelicious.com/healthy-turkey-spinach-lasagna-with-cottage-cheese/ https://cleananddelicious.com/healthy-turkey-spinach-lasagna-with-cottage-cheese/#comments Fri, 26 Sep 2025 14:53:21 +0000 https://cleananddelicious.com/?p=76770 This Healthy Turkey Spinach Lasagna is a hearty, protein-packed dinner the whole family will love. Made with lean ground turkey, spinach, and creamy cottage cheese, it’s lighter than traditional lasagna but still rich, cheesy, and satisfying. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or feeding a crowd. Cottage cheese is one of my favorite ways to...

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This Healthy Turkey Spinach Lasagna is a hearty, protein-packed dinner the whole family will love. Made with lean ground turkey, spinach, and creamy cottage cheese, it’s lighter than traditional lasagna but still rich, cheesy, and satisfying. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or feeding a crowd.

Serving a slice of turkey spinach lasagna out of a casserole dish.

Cottage cheese is one of my favorite ways to sneak more protein into meals. It’s rich, creamy, and incredibly versatile — I use it in everything from Cottage Cheese Pancakes to Creamy Cottage Cheese Alfredo. In this lasagna, it replaces ricotta, adding a boost of protein while keeping the layers light and silky. Paired with lean ground turkey and spinach, it turns a classic into healthy comfort food that’s hearty, cheesy, and nourishing.

Another bonus? This lasagna tastes even better the next day, making it a go-to meal prep recipe. The lean turkey and cottage cheese keep it light, while the spinach sneaks in extra greens (and no one ever complains!). For more cozy dinners that double as meal prep, try my Ground Turkey Chili or Stuffed Bell Peppers — both are family favorites.

💡 Pro Tip: Cottage cheese is an easy high-protein swap for ricotta in any lasagna. It cuts down on calories and fat while adding more protein — keeping you fuller, longer. Try it in baked pasta dishes or even use it to make high protien scrambled eggs for extra creaminess.

Key Ingredients in this Turkey Spinach Lasagna

Here’s what makes this spinach turkey lasagna with cottage cheese both healthy and delicious (see the full recipe card below for exact amounts):

Small bowls with tomato sauce, ground turkey, cottage cheese, mozzarella, spinach and seasonings.

🕚 Time Saving Tip! To keep this recipe quick and easy, I am using no-boil lasagna noodles. There is no need to cook them in advance, which is super convenient and fuss-free.

  • Lean ground turkey – A lighter, high-protein alternative to beef. You can also swap in ground chicken.
  • Cottage cheese – Adds creaminess and a protein boost (I prefer Good Culture’s low-fat option).
  • Mozzarella + Parmesan – If possible, I highly recommend buying a block of mozzarella and shredding it yourself. Not only will it have better flavor, but it also melts beautifully; Parmesan adds a sharp, salty flavor.
  • Baby spinach – Packs in extra nutrients without overpowering the lasagna – such an easy way to sneak in your greens. Frozen spinach works too—thaw and squeeze out liquid.
  • Jarred marinara sauce – I always look for brands with less than 4 grams of sugar per serving. Michaels of Brooklyn is one of my favorites.
  • Oven-ready noodles – a huge time-saver, as there is no need to pre-cook the noodles. Any brand will work, but I used this one when I tested this recipe.

How to make Healthy Lasagna with Cottage Cheese

Now comes the fun part—layering up your lasagna! It’s a simple process of building layers of sauce, noodles, a cheesy filling, and turkey until you’ve got a pan full of deliciousness, ready to bake. Don’t worry if it’s not perfectly neat; once it comes out of the oven all bubbly and golden, no one will care, and it’ll taste amazing!

Tomato sauce evenly spread in the bottom of a casserole dish.
Preheat the oven to 350°F, then lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Spread 1 cup of tomato sauce evenly over the bottom.
Cooking ground turkey in a skillet.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring often. Add ground turkey, Italian seasoning, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned, breaking up the meat as it cooks.
Mixing spinach with cottage cheese, eggs and parmesan cheese.
In a large bowl, mix cottage cheese, eggs, half of the mozzarella, half of the Parmesan, and spinach until well combined.
Tomato sauce cooking with ground turkey in a skillet.
Stir in 2 cups of tomato sauce (reserve the rest) and 1 cup of water, and set aside.
Assembling lasagna with noodles, spinach/cottage cheese mixture and sauce.
Layer lasagna: place three noodles side by side, then spread ⅓ of the cottage cheese mixture, 1/3 cup sauce, and another three noodles. Repeat twice more.
Unbaked lasagna topped with mozzarella cheese.
Finish with three noodles, the remaining sauce, and the rest of the cheese.
Baked lasagna in a white casserole dish.
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake 5–7 minutes more, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Turkey spinach lasagna garnished with fresh parsley.
Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan. Let rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Recipe Tips

  • Drain excess liquid: If your turkey or spinach releases a lot of moisture while cooking, drain it off so your lasagna doesn’t turn out watery.
  • Shred cheese fresh: Freshly grated mozzarella and parmesan melt creamier and give the lasagna a better texture.
  • Rest before serving: It’s essential to let the lasagna sit for 15 minutes after baking. This helps it set so the slices hold together.
  • Double the recipe: This lasagna freezes great! Bake one now and save the other for a quick future dinner. To reheat straight from frozen, cover with foil and bake for 40–50 minutes.

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Healthy Turkey Spinach Lasagna with Cottage Cheese

Healthy Turkey Spinach Lasagna with Cottage Cheese is a hearty, protein-packed dinner the whole family will love. Made with lean ground turkey, spinach, and creamy cottage cheese, this easy baked lasagna is lighter than the traditional version but still rich, flavorful, and satisfying. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or feeding a crowd.
Course DINNER, meal prep
Cuisine American, Italian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 9 servings
Calories 386kcal
Author Dani Spies

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 6 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1.5 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 24 ounces low fat cottage cheese, (I love this one)
  • 2 eggs
  • 8 ounces part skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 4 ounces grated Parmesan cheese
  • 5 ounces baby spinach
  • 32 ounces marinara sauce (I love Michael's of Brooklyn)
  • 9 ounces oven-ready lasagna noodles, (I used this exact brand)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375℉ and adjust the oven rack to the middle position. 
  • Spray a 9” x 13” baking dish with cooking spray and layer one cup of the marinarasauce into the bottom of the dish, spreading it evenly with the back of a spoon.
    Tomato sauce evenly spread in the bottom of a casserole dish.
  • Add olive oil to a large skillet and heat over medium heat. Toss in chopped garlic and saute for about a minute, stirring often.
  • Add the ground turkey, Italian seasoning, oregano, salt, and pepper. Break up the meat as it cooks, cooking until lightly browned and cooked through. Stir in two cups of red sauce (you will have one remaining), and a half cup of water. Simmer for five minutes and then turn off the heat.
    Tomato sauce cooking with ground turkey in a skillet.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, eggs, half of the mozzarella, half of the parmesan cheese, and baby spinach. Stir well.
    Mixing spinach with cottage cheese, eggs and parmesan cheese.
  • Place three sheets of lasagna noodles side by side, in your sauce lined pan. Top with ⅓ of the cottage cheese mixture, followed by ⅓ cup of the sauce, and three more lasagna sheets. Repeat this process two more times. 
    Assembling lasagna with noodles, spinach/cottage cheese mixture and sauce.
  • Top off with three last lasagna sheets, the remaining red sauce, and the remainder of the cheese.
    Unbaked lasagna topped with mozzarella cheese.
  • Cover with foil; bake for 35-40 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes until cheese is melted through and lightly browned over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra parmesan. Let it stand for about 15 minutes before cutting and serving. 
    Turkey spinach lasagna garnished with fresh parsley.

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Notes

Make Ahead Option: You can assemble the turkey spinach lasagna a day in advance! Layer everything in the baking dish, cover it tightly with foil, and refrigerate. When ready to serve, bake as directed, adding a few extra minutes if the dish is chilled straight from the fridge. This is perfect for busy weeknights or when you want dinner ready to go with minimal effort.

Nutrition

Serving: 1piece | Calories: 386kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 104mg | Sodium: 1324mg | Potassium: 731mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 2239IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 442mg | Iron: 2mg

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Quick Chopped Stovetop Cinnamon Apples https://cleananddelicious.com/stovetop-cinnamon-apples-for-oats-pancakes-yogurt-more/ https://cleananddelicious.com/stovetop-cinnamon-apples-for-oats-pancakes-yogurt-more/#comments Thu, 28 Aug 2025 17:49:17 +0000 https://cleananddelicious.com/?p=70809 Whip up these chopped stovetop cinnamon apples in just 15 minutes! Sweet, cozy, and so versatile—perfect on oatmeal, yogurt, pancakes, or straight from the pan. This easy sautéed apple recipe is a healthy way to bring warm fall flavors into your everyday meals (and yes, they’re meal-prep friendly too!). If you want your healthy eating...

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Whip up these chopped stovetop cinnamon apples in just 15 minutes! Sweet, cozy, and so versatile—perfect on oatmeal, yogurt, pancakes, or straight from the pan. This easy sautéed apple recipe is a healthy way to bring warm fall flavors into your everyday meals (and yes, they’re meal-prep friendly too!).

quick chopped cinnamon apples in a small white bowl

If you want your healthy eating habits to stick, you’ve got to find fun and flavorful ways to work seasonal ingredients into your everyday staples. Trust me, this simple shift can be a total game-changer for staying consistent in the kitchen.

Take these sweet and delicious stovetop cinnamon apples, for example. Every fall, I can’t get enough apples—they’re crisp, cozy, and so versatile. But instead of just snacking on them raw, I love to sautee them, transforming them into something warm and comforting. These cinnamon apples are quick to make, naturally sweet, and fill the whole house with that cozy autumn aroma.

The best part? They’re endlessly versatile! You can:

If you’re anything like me, you’re always looking for simple ways to turn everyday ingredients into something special—and these stovetop cinnamon apples do exactly that. I make them all year long, but they’re especially perfect in the fall when I’m craving something sweet and satisfying without diving into a heavy dessert.

One skillet, a handful of ingredients, and less than 15 minutes—that’s all it takes to whip up this cozy recipe. 🍎✨

Ingredients for Stovetop Cinnamon Apples

Don’t look away! The ingredient list is short – but oh so delicious!

Bowls with chopped apples, cinnamon, butter, water, salt, vanilla and maple syrup.

Most of the ingredients in this recipe speak for themselves, but let’s take a minute to talk about the star of the show—the apples! The variety you choose really does make a difference. For the best results, stick with apples that are firm, crisp, and have a naturally sweet-tart flavor.

Here are a few of my favorites (feel free to mix and match!):

  • Honeycrisp – juicy, crisp, and perfectly balanced between sweet and tart
  • Fuji – firm and super sweet, holds up beautifully when cooked
  • Pink Lady – tangy, crisp, and bright in flavor
  • Granny Smith – tart, firm, and classic for cooking

These apples not only hold their shape on the stovetop, but their natural flavor pairs perfectly with warm cinnamon and a touch of sweetness. Avoid softer varieties like Red Delicious or McIntosh, which tend to get mushy when cooked.

How to Make Chopped Stovetop Cinnamon Apples

Alright, let’s do this! These stovetop, sauteed cinnamon apples come together so fast and taste so good, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without them.

Chopped apples in a skillet.
Add the chopped apples and a few tabelspoon of water into a large non-stick skillet.
Skillet with apples covered with a lid.
Top with a lid and cook over medium-high heat for about five minutes.
Apples cooking in a skillet.
Uncover and cook a wee bit longer, until the apples are tender and the water has mostly evaporated.
Butter in a skillet with apples.
Add the butter and toss to coat the apples, then cook for a couple more minutes.
Stirring cinnamon apples with a wooden spoon in a skillet.
Stir in the maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Cook, stirring often, until the apples are tender and oozing with flavor!
Bowl with Greek Yogurt topped with stovetop cinnamon apples.
Serve and enjoy—try them over Greek yogurt with a dash of cinnamon and some granola for added crunch!

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Quick Chopped Stovetop Cinnamon Apples

Perfect for topping oatmeal, yogurt, cottage cheese, and more! These quick chopped stovetop cinnamon apples are ready in just 15 minutes and are the perfect way to add seasonal fall flavors to your healthy, everyday staple meals.
Course snack
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free, Vegan
Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 8 servings (makes 2 cups total)
Calories 91kcal
Author Dani Spies

Ingredients

  • 4 cups (500 grams) chopped apples
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 1.5 tablespoons butter
  • 1.5 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

  • Chop apples into 1/2 inch cubes. You can cut them bigger if you'd like, but I like a smaller chop. What's most important is that they are fairly equal in size.
    Chopped apples in a skillet.
  • Add the apples and 3 tablespoons of water into a 12-inch skillet. Cover and cook over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes.
    Skillet with apples covered with a lid.
  • Remove the lid and cook for another 3 minutes or until most of the water has evaporated and the apples have softened.
    Apples cooking in a skillet.
  • Add the butter to the pan and toss with the apples until they are lightly coated. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
    Butter in a skillet with apples.
  • Add maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon and salt. Stir until well combined. Cook for another 2-5 minutes, stirring often, until your apples are soft and tender.
    Stirring cinnamon apples with a wooden spoon in a skillet.
  • Serve and enjoy! I love these apples served over Greek yogurt with an extra sprinkle of cinnamon and a small handful of granola.
    Bowl with Greek Yogurt topped with stovetop cinnamon apples.

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Nutrition

Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 91kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 55mg | Potassium: 137mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 130IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.2mg

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Creamy Tuna Chickpea Salad (Protein-Packed!) https://cleananddelicious.com/creamy-tuna-chickpea-salad-protein-packed/ https://cleananddelicious.com/creamy-tuna-chickpea-salad-protein-packed/#comments Fri, 25 Jul 2025 13:54:23 +0000 https://cleananddelicious.com/?p=75590 If you love an easy, healthy, protein-packed lunch, this Creamy Tuna Chickpea Salad is a game changer! It’s light, fresh, and loaded with over 25 grams of protein (and 9 grams of fiber!) per serving—thanks to the canned tuna, creamy Greek yogurt, and chickpeas. It’s an easy, clean-eating recipe that is perfect for meal prep...

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If you love an easy, healthy, protein-packed lunch, this Creamy Tuna Chickpea Salad is a game changer! It’s light, fresh, and loaded with over 25 grams of protein (and 9 grams of fiber!) per serving—thanks to the canned tuna, creamy Greek yogurt, and chickpeas. It’s an easy, clean-eating recipe that is perfect for meal prep and promises to keep you full and energized for hours.

Tuna Chickpea Salad served with crackers and lemon slices.

At almost 50, I’ve learned one of the simplest, most effective habits for feeling good in my body: pairing protein and fiber at most meals. It helps curb cravings, supports lean muscle, and keeps me feeling full and satisfied.

That’s exactly why this Tuna Chickpea Salad has earned a permanent spot in my weekly lunch rotation. Using Greek yogurt instead of mayo makes it lighter (and higher in protein!), while chickpeas add a hearty texture and a nice boost of fiber (side note: my Tuna and Hardboiled Egg Salad is another favroite for the same reasons, so save that one for another day!).

You can pile this on toast, tuck it into lettuce cups, roll it in a tortilla, or just enjoy it straight from the bowl. It’s versatile, protein-packed, and perfect for meal prep—make a batch at the start of the week and you’ve got grab-and-go lunches ready in minutes.

Coach’s Note: As a health, eating psychology, and weight loss coach, I remind women all the time: sustainable weight loss isn’t about restriction—it’s about creating meals (and a mindset!) that actually satisfy you. This salad checks all the boxes: balanced protein and fiber, steady energy, and long-lasting fullness. When you feel nourished, it’s so much easier to stop overeating and trust yourself around food.

Ingredients You’ll Need

To keep things simple, here’s a quick look at the basic ingredients you’ll need. It’s amazing how just a few everyday items can come together to make such a fresh, flavorful, and nourishing meal.

Small bowls with tuna, chickpeas, celery, red onion, Greek Yogurt and mayo.
  • Chickpeas: A fiber-rich base that adds heartiness and a mild, nutty flavor. Rinse and drain well to remove excess sodium and improve texture.
  • Tuna: Opt for tuna packed in water for a lighter option, or in olive oil for extra richness. Draining it well helps keep the salad from becoming too wet.
  • Greek yogurt: Adds creaminess and a protein boost without the heaviness of mayo.
  • Mayonnaise: Just a small amount enhances the flavor and gives that classic tuna salad taste.
  • Red onion: Brings a sharp bite and crunch. Dice it finely so it blends well, and soak in cold water for 5–10 minutes if you want to mellow the flavor.
  • Celery: Classic for crunch and a subtle earthy flavor. Be sure to dice it finely for even bites.
  • Capers: Add a tangy, briny punch that elevates the flavor.
  • Lemon zest: Brightens everything up with citrusy freshness.
  • Parsley: Adds a fresh, herby finish.
  • Sea salt and black pepper: Season to taste. A pinch of flaky sea salt and a generous grind of black pepper brings it all together. Taste before adding too much, since capers and tuna already have salt.

How to Make Tuna Chickpea Salad

Grab a bowl and a fork, we’re making lunch happen! This chickpea tuna salad recipe is speedy, filling, and ready before you can even think about takeout.

Mashing chickpeas in a bowl.
Add the chickpeas to a large bowl and mash with a potato masher or fork until partially broken down. Leaving some whole gives the salad a great mix of texture.
Tuna chickpea salad ingredients added to a large bowl.
To the same bowl, add in the tuna, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, red onion, celery, capers, parsley, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
Tuna chickpea salad with lemon slices on top.
Mix until well combined, adjust seasonings, serve and enjoy!
Woman's hand dipping a cracker into chickpea tuna salad in a small white bowl.

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Creamy Tuna Chickpea Salad (Protein-Packed)

This creamy tuna and chickpea salad is light, delicious, and packed with over 25 grams of protein per serving—thanks to the canned tuna, Greek yogurt, and chickpeas. It’s the perfect throw-together lunch or easy meal prep idea that keeps you full and satisfied for hours!
Course Main, salad
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 295kcal
Author Dani Spies

Ingredients

  • 1-15 ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2-5 ounce cans tuna, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup lowfat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon mayoniasse
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup celery, diced
  • 1 tablespoon capers, roughly chopped
  • 1-2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
  • sea salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Add chickpeas to a large bowl and use a potato masher or the back of a fork to mash the chickpeas until some are broken down. I like to mash some while leaving others whole, this creates a great texture for the salad.
    Mashing chickpeas in a bowl.
  • To the same bowl, add in the tuna, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, red onion, celery, capers, parsley, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
    Tuna chickpea salad ingredients added to a large bowl.
  • Mix until well combined, adjust seasonings, serve and enjoy!
    Tuna chickpea salad with lemon slices on top.

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Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25recipe | Calories: 295kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 264mg | Potassium: 510mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 316IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 112mg | Iron: 4mg

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Sheet Pan Roasted Carrots and Baby Potatoes https://cleananddelicious.com/sheet-pan-roasted-carrots-and-baby-potatoes/ https://cleananddelicious.com/sheet-pan-roasted-carrots-and-baby-potatoes/#respond Thu, 26 Jun 2025 19:58:16 +0000 https://cleananddelicious.com/?p=75567 These Sheet Pan Roasted Carrots and Baby Potatoes are the kind of simple, feel-good side dish that works just as beautifully on a holiday table as it does on a busy weeknight. Roasted with olive oil, garlic, and herbs, the veggies become perfectly tender on the inside and golden and caramelized on the edges—packed with...

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These Sheet Pan Roasted Carrots and Baby Potatoes are the kind of simple, feel-good side dish that works just as beautifully on a holiday table as it does on a busy weeknight. Roasted with olive oil, garlic, and herbs, the veggies become perfectly tender on the inside and golden and caramelized on the edges—packed with so much flavor with hardly any effort! Just toss everything on a sheet pan and let the oven do the work. It’s an easy, no-fuss side you’ll want to make again and again.

Roasted carrots and baby potatoes on a serving tray.

I can’t resist an easy vegetable side dish that is special enough for your Thanksgiving table but simple enough for a weeknight meal. And these Sheet Pan Roasted Carrots and Baby Potatoes check all the boxes! They are quick to make, super nutritious, budget-friendly, and, of course, delicious!

I take my veggie side dishes very seriously! Whether I’m creating a healthy alternative to green bean casserole, maple cinnamon roasted kabocha squash, or these roasted sheet-pan carrots and potatoes, I always test my recipes in a few different ways.

I’ve found it’s often little tiny tweaks that can make a recipe go from good to great and turn someone into a lifelong vegetable fan! So let me share the secret to perfecting this recipe… It’s all about how you cut your veggies!

The carrots tend to cook a little faster than the potatoes, so you want to cut the carrots slightly larger than the potatoes. I prefer to cut the potatoes into thick coins instead of slicing them in half. This ensures they all cook at the same rate, which results in perfectly tender vegetables that are golden brown on the edges.

Ingredients You’ll Need

To make things even easier, I’ve included a quick visual of the simple ingredients you’ll need. It’s surprising to see how little it takes to pull together a flavorful, healthy, homemade side dish.

Bowl of potatoes near carrots, thyme, salt and pepper on a cutting board.
  • Carrots: I like to look for nice thick carrots ot make this recipe. Remember, you want them to be slightly bigger than your potatoes, so slice them on a slight angle and keep them nice and chunky.
  • Baby potatoes: I tested this recipe with both red and yellow baby potatoes. The good news? They were both delicious, so use what you can find. Be sure to slice them into thick coins, rather than cutting them in half. This allows the carrots and potatoes to cook at the same speed, ensuring they have nice, crispy, golden edges.
  • Olive oil: A little goes a long way – you need just enough to create a light coating on your vegetables.
  • Sea salt: If you’ve ever made my crispy oven-roasted potatoes (which are SO good!), you know that I never salt my potatoes before cooking them. Salt pulls the water out of your vegetables, causing them to steam instead of roast when cooking. If you want crispy, golden edges, hold off on the salt before roasting and then generously season your carrots and potatoes with a good-quality sea salt once they are done cooking. Trust me on this one!
  • Fresh thyme: I love, love, love fresh thyme… it brings an earthy, herby touch that screams fall holiday table! You can leave the sprigs whole or strip off the leaves before adding. If fresh thyme is not available, simply swap some dried ground thyme.

HEALTHY EATING TIP from your favorite health coach😉
Did you know that incorporating root vegetables (like carrots and potatoes) into your diet is an easy and effective way to curb a sweet tooth naturally? It’s true! These naturally sweet and starchy veggies are rich in complex carbohydrates and fiber. This helps keep your blood sugar stable and satisfy those cravings in a gentle, nourishing way. It’s one of my favorite clean-eating tricks!

How to Make Roasted Carrots and Baby Potatoes

Alright, let’s do this! Blink and you might miss it—this recipe comes together in no time and will have everyone excited to eat their veggies.

Stirring slices of carrots and baby potatoes in a large bowl.
Toss the carrots and potatoes in a bowl with olive oil, pepper, and thyme—notice, no salt just yet!
Slices of roasted carrots and baby potatoes on a sheet pan.
Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet, making sure they don’t overlap. Bake for 30 minutes until tender and golden. There’s no need to toss unless you want to.
Roasted carrots and baby potatoes on a serving tray with a serving spoon.
Sprinkle with sea salt, plate them up, and serve.

Ways to Serve Roasted Vegetables

There are so many ways to enjoy your sheet pan carrots and baby potatoes. Our family loves them with Grilled chicken and a light green salad for an easy weeknight meal. And they are also delicious with breakfast! Whenever I have leftovers, I’ll add them to a healthy breakfast frittata or pair them with a high-protein egg and cottage cheese scramble.

Thanks so much for reading! If you make this recipe, I would love you to give it a ★ rating below. Follow me on YouTubeInstagram, and Facebook for more healthy food inspiration. Cheers!

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Sheet Pan Roasted Carrots and Baby Potatoes are the weeknight hero you didn’t know you needed! With just one pan, a handful of budget-friendly ingredients, and minimal prep, you’ve got a healthy, colorful side that’s bursting with flavor. It’s simple enough for busy nights, yet tasty enough to earn a spot on your holiday table!
Course side dish
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free, Vegan
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 165kcal
Author Dani Spies

Ingredients

  • 1 pound carrots 2-4 carrots, depending on their size
  • 1 pound baby potatoes sliced into thick coins
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • A few sprigs of fresh thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F and move the rack to the middle position.
  • Add the carrots and potatoes to a prep bowl and toss with olive oil, pepper, and thyme sprigs (do not add salt).
    Stirring slices of carrots and baby potatoes in a large bowl.
  • Transfer the veggies to the baking sheet and spread them out in an even layer, ensuring they don’t touch or overlap.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until tender and golden brown on the bottom. You can toss them after 20 minutes, but I prefer to leave them as is to ensure a golden brown color on the bottom.
    Slices of roasted carrots and baby potatoes on a sheet pan.
  • Note: Cooking times may vary depending on the cut size and your oven. Check them after 20 minutes, especially if you’ve got smaller pieces.
  • Sprinkle the veggies with sea salt, transfer to a serving dish, and enjoy!
    Roasted carrots and baby potatoes on a serving tray with a serving spoon.

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Nutrition

Serving: 0.25recipe | Calories: 165kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 376mg | Potassium: 842mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 18947IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 1mg

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Cinnamon-Spiced Roasted Kabocha Squash w/ Maple Butter https://cleananddelicious.com/cinnamon-spiced-roasted-kabocha-squash/ https://cleananddelicious.com/cinnamon-spiced-roasted-kabocha-squash/#comments Fri, 30 May 2025 23:42:34 +0000 https://cleananddelicious.com/?p=75222 Cinnamon-spiced roasted kabocha squash is a quick and delicious sheet pan side dish that’s not butternut squash, lol! Bite-sized chunks of kabocha are tossed with olive oil, cinnamon, and salt and roasted until caramelized and tender. Finished with a drizzle of rosemary maple butter, this nutrient-dense veggie side is perfect for holiday meals and easy...

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Cinnamon-spiced roasted kabocha squash is a quick and delicious sheet pan side dish that’s not butternut squash, lol! Bite-sized chunks of kabocha are tossed with olive oil, cinnamon, and salt and roasted until caramelized and tender. Finished with a drizzle of rosemary maple butter, this nutrient-dense veggie side is perfect for holiday meals and easy enough for a busy weeknight.

Roasted kabocha squash in a white bowl.

If a pumpkin and a sweet potato had a baby, it would be kabocha squash (aka Japanese pumpkin)! It has a naturally sweet and nutty flavor, but the texture is slightly denser and drier than that of other winter squash varieties. So while everyone else is roasting up butternut squash during the fall and holiday season, I’ll be over here whipping up my cinnamon-spiced kabocha squash.

Not only is it insanely delicious (and lower in carbohydrate than most other winter squash varieties) but it’s also one of the easiest to work with. Why, you ask? Because the skin gets super soft and tender once cooked, it’s completely edible – meaning there’s no peeling required! #yourwelcome😉

Sometimes I’ll roast my kabocha squash chunks with curry powder, and my husband often requests this velvety, nourishing kabocha soup — but when I want something extra special, I go straight for this recipe! Is it the cinnamon that makes me swoon? Or is it the drizzle of rosemary maple butter right at the end? I think it’s probably both… but you’ll have to decide for yourself.

Trust me when I tell you that this simple side dish deserves a spot on your holiday table, but it’s also easy enough for a Tuesday night.

Ingredients You’ll Need

If you’re like me and you like a visual before you jump into a recipe, here it is! Most of these ingredients you probably have on hand. Just make sure ot grab fresh rosemary and your kabocha next time you pop into the grocery store.

Kabocha squash near small bowls of oil, cinnamon, maple syrup and salt.

Prepping Your Kabocha

After testing multiple ways of cutting into a kabocha squash, I have discovered the two most important steps to make this process as easy as possible.

  1. Pop the squash in the microwave for 2–3 minutes to soften the skin slightly. This will make cutting much easier because you won’t have to wrestle with a hard exterior.
  2. You must use a high-quality, sharp chef’s knife for cutting. This isn’t the time to reach for a dull, whimpy knife. You need something strong and reliable. This 7-inch chef’s knife is my go-to whenever I’m working with Kabocha. You want to use something like this, trust me!
Kaboca squash cut in half.
Slice it in half from top to bottom or horizontally and scoop out the seeds with a spoon.
Cubed squash on a cutting board.
Then Ilike to cut it into wedges before chopping it into these fun bite-sized chunks.
Cubed kabocha squash on a parchment lined sheet pan.
Toss those playful chunks with avocado oil, cinnamon, and salt – and pop them into the oven.
Roasted cubed squash on a sheet pan.
Roast them until tender and golden brown (no need to flip!)
This is the secret sauce my friend! Combine the butter and maple syrup in a small bowl and microwave for 20–30 seconds, or until melted. Stir in the freshly chopped rosemary and then right before serving…
Cinnamon-spiced roasted kabocha squash in a white bowl.
Drizzle the maple butter over the top and finish with a generous pinch of flaky sea salt (Maldon is my go-to choice for flaky sea salt). Holy cow!! Sit back and swoon because it’s just SO good.

Ways to Serve Your Squash

This winter squash is a beautiful side dish on any holiday table! But when I’m looking for a quick, no-brainer healthy dinner for my family, I pair it with cast-iron chicken thighs. It’s the perfect cozy combo.

If I’m lucky enough to have leftovers, I eat them for breakfast right alongside scrambled eggs with hidden cauliflower rice. Kabocha and eggs are the perfect combo, and this veggie, fiber, and protein-packed breakfast is to-die-for.

Thanks so much for reading! If you make this recipe, I would love you to give it a ★ rating below. Follow me on YouTubeInstagram, and Facebook for more healthy food inspiration. Cheers!

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Cinnamon-spiced roasted kabocha squash is a quick and delicious sheetpan side dish that's not butternut squash, lol! Bite-sized chunks of kabocha are tossed with olive oil, cinnamon, and salt and roasted until caramelized and tender. Finished with a drizzle of rosemary maple butter, this nutrient-dense veggie side is perfect for holiday meals and easy enough for a busy weeknight.
Course side dish
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 129kcal
Author Dani Spies

Ingredients

  • 3-3.5 pound Kabocha squash seeded and cut into 1-inch cubes (about 8-10 cups chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 heaping teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt plus more for finishing
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons fresh chopped rosemary

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F and adjust the rack to the center position. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss the squash with olive oil, cinnamon, and salt until evenly coated. Spread the squash out in a single layer, leaving a little space between each piece—this helps them brown and roast evenly on all sides.
    Cubed kabocha squash on a parchment lined sheet pan.
  • Roast for 25 minutes (no need to flip!) or until the bottoms are golden brown and the squash is fork tender.
    Roasted cubed squash on a sheet pan.
  • While the squash is cooling, add the butter and maple syrup into a small bowl and pop into the microwave for 20-30 seconds or until melted. Stir in the fresh chopped rosemary.
    Melted butter and rosemary mixture in a small cup.
  • Transfer the roasted squash to a serving dish and drizzle with maple butter. Top with a fat pinch of sea salt and enjoy!
    Cinnamon-spiced roasted kabocha squash in a white bowl.

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Notes

Storing Leftovers
  • To store leftovers: Let the squash cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer to bring back some of that roasted texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.167recipe | Calories: 129kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 233mg | Potassium: 811mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 3217IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 1mg

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Protein-Packed Overnight Oats with Cottage Cheese https://cleananddelicious.com/protein-packed-overnight-oats-with-cottage-cheese/ https://cleananddelicious.com/protein-packed-overnight-oats-with-cottage-cheese/#comments Thu, 29 May 2025 18:21:26 +0000 https://cleananddelicious.com/?p=73073 If you like Greek yogurt as the base for your overnight oats, you will love cottage cheese. It creates a light and creamy oatmeal texture, is quick to make (no need to blend; embrace the curds!), and it packs in 14 grams of protein per serving; no protein powder is needed—such an easy way to...

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If you like Greek yogurt as the base for your overnight oats, you will love cottage cheese. It creates a light and creamy oatmeal texture, is quick to make (no need to blend; embrace the curds!), and it packs in 14 grams of protein per serving; no protein powder is needed—such an easy way to enjoy overnight oats and perfect for meal prep.

Overnight oats with cottage cheese topped with berries and almond butter.

I love a quick and easy cottage cheese breakfast recipe! Whether I’m making cottage cheese breakfast toast, cottage cheese pancakes, or these cottage cheese overnight oats, I find the protein in cottage cheese keeps me feeling fueled and satiated for hours. This is because cottage cheese contains casein protein, which is a slower-digesting protein than whey, and helps keep you feeling full for longer.

As a health and weight loss coach, I highly recommend starting your day with a healthy, protein and fiber-rich breakfast. Not only does this provide you with great energy for the day, but it also stabilizes blood sugar levels, prevents snacking, and supports lean muscle tissue (which I am working hard to do as I turn 50 this year!).

And trust me, nothing makes a nutritious breakfast feel more doable than having overnight oats prepped and waiting in the fridge for busy mornings. Bonus points: my kids and hubby love it too!

Ingredients Needed + Helpful Tips:

Did I mention that overnight oats made with cottage cheese are a recipe that requires only five ingredients? Yep! Here’s everything you’ll need to make it:

Small bowls with chia seeds, cottage cheese, oats, milk and cinnamon.
  • Old-fashioned rolled oats: Rolled oats are my preference when making overnight oats. Quick-cooking oats will work as well, but rolled oats create a better texture. However, steel-cut oats will not work because they are too hard and don’t absorb the liquid. If you are gluten-free, be sure to grab certified gluten-free oats (I like Bob’s Red Mill gluten-free oats).
  • Cottage Cheese: The star of the show and protein-packed! I enjoy the texture of the curds in my overnight oats, but you can also blend the cottage cheese for a smoother consistency if you prefer. Good Culture is my favorite brand – it’s so rich and creamy. I always buy the low-fat variety, but full-fat is also a delicious option. Remember- cottage cheese is higher in sodium, so there’s no need to add extra salt to your overnight oats.
  • Almond milk: I love an unsweetened almond milk for this recipe because it’s naturally lighter than traditional milk. But honestly, any milk will work. So you use what you have and/or what you love.
  • Chia seeds: Help to make the overnight oats thicker by absorbing some of the liquid! Plus, they add fiber, protein, and healthy fats. When I want a super thick and creamy overnight oat, I’ll use three teaspoons of chia seeds per serving. When I want my overnight oats to be a bit looser, I’ll just use one or two teaspoons.
  • Protein boost: As is, this recipe packs in 14 grams of protein per serving! However, I often aim for 30 grams of protein per meal, so to bump the protein even higher, I’ll add a half scoop of vanilla whey protein. Not only does it add more protein power, but it’s also delicious!

How to make overnight oats with cottage cheese

Overnight oats with cottage cheese in glass topped with blueberries and strawberries.
Add on your favorite toppings! I love fresh berries and nut butter – so freakin’ delish!

MEAL PREP TIP

I highly recommend making this in batches. I usually do five at a time, all in individual jars for easy grab-and-go breakfasts. This way, I know my hubby, kids, and I all have a delicious breakfast option waiting for us even on the busiest mornings of the week.

While you may see a variety of jars in my blog posts, this fat, short 16-ounce mason jar is my go-to for making overnight oats. It leaves plenty of room to stir the oats and has lots of space for toppings as well.

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Protein-Packed Overnight Oats with Cottage Cheese

If you like Greek yogurt as the base for your overnight oats, you will love cottage cheese. It creates a light and creamy oatmeal texture that is quick to make (no need to blend; embrace the curds!) and packed with 14 amount of protein per serving. This an easy way to enjoy overnight oats with lots of protein; no protein powder is needed!
Course BREAKFAST
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free
Prep Time 5 minutes
Refrigeration Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings 1 serving
Calories 234kcal
Author Dani Spies

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/4 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1-3 teaspoons chia seeds the more you add, the thicker your oats will be
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Topping Suggestions: berries, banana slices, chopped apples or peaches, peanut butter, almond butter, nuts, dried fruits, granola

Instructions

  • Place oats, almond milk, cottage cheese, chia seeds, and cinnamon in a small jar with a cover (mason jars are perfect). Stir until well combined and place on the lid.
  • Leave in the refrigerator overnight or for a minimum of four hours. Enjoy straight for the fridge as is or with extra toppings!

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Notes

Want more protein? Stir in a 1/2 scoop vanilla protein powder.
Prefer a creamy texture? Blend the cottage cheese in a food processor or with an immersion blender before adding it to your oats.
Storage Tips
Fridge: Store in an airtight container or mason jar in the fridge for up to five days. For the best texture and freshness, add toppings just before serving. When ready to eat, stir the oats and add a splash of milk if needed.
Freezer: Store in a freezer-safe container and place in the freezer for up to three months. Transfer them to the fridge the night before to thaw, and they’ll be ready to enjoy in the morning.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 234kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 395mg | Potassium: 216mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 28IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 241mg | Iron: 2mg

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Sautéed Broccolini with Fresh Lemon and Garlic https://cleananddelicious.com/sauteed-broccolini-with-fresh-lemon-and-garlic/ https://cleananddelicious.com/sauteed-broccolini-with-fresh-lemon-and-garlic/#respond Tue, 20 May 2025 13:48:31 +0000 https://cleananddelicious.com/?p=75036 Sautéed broccolini with fresh lemon and garlic is a quick, delicious, no-fuss side dish—simple enough for a busy weeknight, yet special enough for your holiday table. Finish with a sprinkle of red pepper flakes and freshly grated Parmesan, then sit back and enjoy this veggie showstopper. I’m always trying to find easy ways to get...

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Sautéed broccolini with fresh lemon and garlic is a quick, delicious, no-fuss side dish—simple enough for a busy weeknight, yet special enough for your holiday table. Finish with a sprinkle of red pepper flakes and freshly grated Parmesan, then sit back and enjoy this veggie showstopper.

Sautéed broccolini served on a white plate with fresh lemon slices.

I’m always trying to find easy ways to get more veggies on the table, and I’ve discovered that Broccolini (sometimes called baby broccoli, but not the same as sautéed broccoli) is about as quick and easy a veggie side dish gets!

Unlike most vegetables, there’s no chopping required and very little prep work (just trim the ends). Plus, it cooks in under 20 minutes. Yep! That’s why sauteed broccolini has pretty much become my veggie bestie – I make this recipe for holidays (because it’s just that good!) and I’ll whip it up on a busy Tuesday night (because it’s just that simple).

HEALTHY EATING TIP
As a health and weight loss coach, I can’t help but mention that broccolini is a nutrient powerhouse! It’s rich in vitamins A, C, and K, supports immune health, and is full of fiber and antioxidants that help fight inflammation and support healthy digestion. So it’s delicious and nutritious – total win-win!

Ingredients You’ll Need

I love seeing a visual of the ingredients that go into a recipe before I start cooking! Plus, these simple everyday ingredients are so beautiful, I just had to share a photo.

Broccolini on a cutting board near lemons, salt, red pepper flakes and garlic.

How to Make Sautéed Broccolini

Ok, here we go! Don’t blink because this recipe comes together faster than you can, “OMG, That’s So Good!”

Sautéing garlic and red pepper flakes in olive oil.
Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet and add the garlic and red pepper flakes with a pinch of salt.
Pouring water into a pan with broccolini.
Toss the broccolini with the seasoned oil and then pour a few tablespoons of water into the pan and…
saute pan with a lid

Pop on a lid! This is the secret to making super tender broccolini. I’ve tried to skip this step in the past, but I always end up with tough stems. Taking a few minutes to steam the broccolini right in the pan is the secret to super-tender broccolini – trust me on this – you don’t want to skip it.

Sautéed broccolini in a large pan.
Remove the lid and cook for an additional couple of minutes, ensuring all excess water has evaporated from the pan.
Sautéed broccolini on a white serving plate with slices of lemon.
Give it a squish of fresh lemon and top with some Parmesan cheese (totally optional, but highly recommended!).

Helpful Tips + Tricks

  • Trim the ends: Broccolini often has thin, tender stems. If this is the case, there is no need to trim them other than cutting off any dried bits from the bottom. However, if they are super thick towards the bottom, they can become woody (similar to asparagus and broccoli), so be sure to cut any that look thick and dry.
  • If the garlic starts to burn, turn down the heat and add an extra splash of water to the pan. The goal is not to brown the garlic; instead, you want the garlic to become opaque, tender, and fragrant.
  • Steam briefly: I know I mentioned this above, but it’s worth mentioning again! This is the secret sauce to making tender broccolini. Once I started making my broccolini this way, I never looked back.
  • Resist the urge to overcook: So many people think they don’t like vegetables simply because they haven’t had them prepared the right way. You want to cook your broccolini until tender and vibrant. If you cook it for too long, it will turn a muddy brownish-green color, and the taste will be slightly bitter. Then you’ll think you don’t like broccolini when, in reality, you do—you just don’t like overcooked broccolini.😉

How To Serve Your Broccolini

Let’s first acknowledge that eating this with a fork straight from the pan totally works and is hard to resist!

But when it comes to building a meal, I often serve this alongside my crispy cast-iron salmon for a quick weeknight meal. And also highly recommend pairing it with my Creamy Cottage Cheese Alfredo Pasta for a simple, family-friendly meal that’s packed with protein, fiber, and healthy carbs. It’s seriously fall-down-delicious.

Sautéed broccolini on a white serving plate with slices of lemon.

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Sautéed broccolini with fresh lemon and garlic is a quick, delicious, no-fuss side dish—simple enough for a busy weeknight, yet special enough for your holiday table. Finish with a sprinkle of red pepper flakes and freshly grated Parmesan, then sit back and enjoy this veggie showstopper.
Course side dish
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free, Vegan
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Calories
Author Dani Spies

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic thinly sliced
  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 bunches broccolini trimmed, halved lengthwise if thick (about 12 ounces)
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt plus more to taste
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 30 seconds, then add the broccolini with another pinch of salt and gently toss for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the broccolini is lightly coated with the oil.
    Sautéing garlic and red pepper flakes in olive oil.
  • Add the water, cover the pan, and cook for 8-10 minutes, tossing occasionally, or until tender and vibrant green. This will create steam in the pan and help the broccolini stems soften.
    Pouring water into a pan with broccolini.
  • Remove from the heat, toss with lemon juice, and season well.
    Sautéed broccolini in a large pan.
  • Serve with extra lemon slices and Parmesan cheese if desired!
    Sautéed broccolini on a white serving plate with slices of lemon.

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Notes

Storing Leftovers
  • Refrigerate: Let the sautéed broccolini cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
  • Reheat: For the best texture, warm it in a skillet over medium heat with a splash of water until heated through. You can also microwave it in 30-second bursts until heated through.
  • Avoid freezing: Broccolini becomes mushy when frozen and thawed, so it’s best enjoyed fresh or straight from the fridge.

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Baked Protein Bagels with Cottage Cheese (12g!) https://cleananddelicious.com/baked-protein-bagels-with-cottage-cheese-12g/ https://cleananddelicious.com/baked-protein-bagels-with-cottage-cheese-12g/#comments Fri, 02 May 2025 13:59:46 +0000 https://cleananddelicious.com/?p=74901 Are you looking for an easy-to-make, healthy homemade bagel recipe packed with protein? These oven-baked protein bagels with cottage cheese are the answer. Using just four main ingredients: flour, cottage cheese, and baking powder, these high-protein (12g!), no-boil bagels are light, fluffy, and delicious. Say hello to your new favorite high-protein breakfast (or lunch!). Creamy,...

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Are you looking for an easy-to-make, healthy homemade bagel recipe packed with protein? These oven-baked protein bagels with cottage cheese are the answer. Using just four main ingredients: flour, cottage cheese, and baking powder, these high-protein (12g!), no-boil bagels are light, fluffy, and delicious. Say hello to your new favorite high-protein breakfast (or lunch!).

Baked protein bagels with cottage cheese on a cooling rack.

Creamy, dreamy cottage cheese is a magical ingredient that can bump up the protein in your favorite healthy breakfast recipes. When I want a sweet breakfast, I use it to make high-protein pancakes. When I want a savory breakfast, I add it to a veggie-packed egg bake—and now I can’t stop using it to make these high-protein baked bagels!

They are addictively delicious—crispy on the outside and light and fluffy on the inside. Top them with everything but the bagel seasoning for a big boost of flavor. And then load them with your favorite bagel fillings.

💪 Looking for an extra protein boost? (This is the story of my life, lol!). Enjoy your cottage cheese bagels served with:

So many delicious meals to eat, so little time, lol!

Let’s talk about the ingredients you’ll need

Don’t blink or you’ll miss the simplicity of this recipe. All you need are these five everyday ingredients (so easy peasy!).

An egg near bowls of cottage cheese, flour, baking powder and seasoning.
  • Flour: Unbleached all-purpose flour serves as the base of the dough, providing the bagels with structure while maintaining their soft and chewy texture. I tested this recipe with whole wheat flour and oat flour as well. While they both work, they yield a denser end product.
  • Baking powder: Don’t skip this (trust me, I learned the hard way 😂). It helps the bagels rise without yeast.
  • Cottage cheese: The star of the show! I always use the low-fat variety and love the taste and texture of Good Culture cottage cheese. It’s so good.
  • Egg: While an egg wash isn’t required, I highly recommend it. Brushing a little beaten egg over the bagels before baking gives them that gorgeous golden-brown color and helps the toppings stick. When I tested the recipe without it, the bagels still tasted great—but they looked a little pale and didn’t have that classic, glossy bakery finish. So if you’re not avoiding eggs, it’s a small extra step that makes a big difference.
  • Optional toppings: Customize your bagels with everything bagel seasoning, seeds, dried aromatics, or shredded cheese for extra crunch and flavor.

Can I Make Gluten-Free Cottage Cheese Bagels?

Yes! When I made this recipe, I tested a couple of different options because I know some of our readers follow a gluten-free diet. Here’s what I discovered:

1. You can easily substitute the all-purpose flour with an all-purpose gluten-free flour. Look for a blend designed to replace all-purpose flour and already contains a binder, such as xanthan gum or guar gum (I Like Bob’s Red Mill). This helps mimic the elasticity and texture typically found in gluten. They won’t rise quite as much, but they are still tender and tasty.

2. Alternatively, you can make high-protein bagels using oat flour. While the final product was delicious, the oat-flour bagels were moister and denser than those made with white flour. They’re still tasty, just different from traditional bagels.

How to Make Baked Protein Bagels

I’m not usually the kind of girl who makes homemade bread (or bagels!), but since I’m obsessed with cottage cheese, I had to try this recipe, and let me tell you… They do not disappoint. The best part? They are so easy. I felt like a healthy home cook rockstar 🌟 (and you will too!).

Once the crumbles form, trade your spatula for your hands and continue mixing the dough until it forms a smooth, slightly sticky ball that resembles fresh pizza dough.

Gently press a hole with your thumb in the center to form a bagel, and place it on parchment paper, adding flour as needed. Don’t aim for perfection here; let your bagels be rustic and homemade.

Brush each bagel with egg wash, dip both sides in your chosen seasoning, and place on the baking sheet.

Troubleshooting + Helpful Tips

  • Use thick cottage cheese: The thicker the cottage cheese, the better. This will depend on the brand; some are rich and creamy, while others contain more water. Watery cottage cheese can make the dough too sticky.
  • Drain excess liquid: If your cottage cheese is runny, strain it through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth before mixing it into the dough. This will allow any excess moisture to drain away.
  • Flour your hands and surface: The dough will be slightly sticky. Be sure to lightly flour your hands and work surface to help make kneading and shaping easier. If things get messy, use more flour – lol.
  • Let them cool before slicing: These baked protein bagels firm up as they cool, so allow them to cool for 15 minutes before slicing to ensure a clean cut. If they seem a little bit wet in the center, don’t panic, just pop them in the toaster before serving.
Bagel cut in half and topped with cream cheese.

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Baked Protein Bagels with Cottage Cheese (12g!)

Looking for an easy to make, healthy homemade bagel recipe that's packed with protein? These baked protein bagels with cottage cheese are the answer. Using just three main ingredients; flour, cottage cheese and baking powder, these high-protein (12 g!), no-boil bagels are light, fluffy and delicious. Say hello to your new favorite high-protein breakfast (or lunch!).
Course BREAKFAST
Cuisine American
Diet Low Calorie
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 bagels
Calories 167kcal
Author Dani Spies

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl whisk together flour and baking powder. Add the cottage cheese and mix with a fork or spatula until it looks like small crumbles.
  • Working in the bowl, use your hands (or a rubber spatula) and continue mixing the dough until it comes together into a ball. It will be smooth, a bit sticky, and will begin to pull away from the sides of the bowl – it will resemble fresh made pizza dough.
  • Transfer the dough to a lightly floured work surface and knead a few more times until no longer sticky. If needed, add an extra sprinkle of flour as you work.
    Use a bench scraper or a sharp knife to divide the dough into four equal portions. 
  • With floured hands, shape each portion into a ball, then gently press your thumb through the center to form a bagel shape. Add more flour as needed to keep it workable. Place each bagel on parchment paper.
  • Pour your seasoning of choice into a wide shallow bowl. Brush the top and bottom of each bagel with the egg wash and dip each side into the seasoning mixture and place on prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until fluffy and puffed up on the outside and golden brown over the top. Allow to cool for 15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

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Notes

  • Flour your hands and board generously. This makes it easier to work with the dough.
  • You can blend the cottage cheese beforehand if preferred. But I like the little craters created by the cottage cheese curds. 
  • Don’t worry if your bagels are not perfectly shaped. They will look homemade and still taste delicious.
  • If your cottage cheese is loose and liquid, strain the excess liquid by scooping the cottage cheese into a fine-mesh strainer and allowing the liquid to drip off.

Storage and freezing

Let the leftover bagels cool completely, then store them in an airtight container and refrigerate them for up to five days. I have read that some people prefer to store them at room temperature because they believe refrigerating them can cause them to become stale more quickly, but I disagree. I’d be curious to hear what you think?!
For extended storage, you can individually wrap each bagel and then transfer them to a freezer-safe bag, placing them in the freezer for up to 4 months.
I recommend slicing the bagels almost all the way through before freezing, so you can easily toast them directly from frozen.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bagel | Calories: 167kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 290mg | Potassium: 297mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 31IU | Calcium: 135mg | Iron: 2mg

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30-Minute Lemon Chicken Soup with Orzo https://cleananddelicious.com/creamy-lemon-chicken-soup-with-orzo/ https://cleananddelicious.com/creamy-lemon-chicken-soup-with-orzo/#comments Fri, 25 Apr 2025 14:54:18 +0000 https://cleananddelicious.com/?p=74767 This light and easy lemon chicken orzo soup is bright, healthy, and ready in just 30 minutes! Made with shredded chicken, fresh vegetables, plenty of dill, and a squeeze of lemon, it gets its creamy, silky broth from a couple of eggs — no cream or butter needed. Packed with protein and perfect for meal...

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This light and easy lemon chicken orzo soup is bright, healthy, and ready in just 30 minutes! Made with shredded chicken, fresh vegetables, plenty of dill, and a squeeze of lemon, it gets its creamy, silky broth from a couple of eggs — no cream or butter needed. Packed with protein and perfect for meal prep, this cozy soup is ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a nourishing lunch.

Bowl of lemon chicken soup with a lemon wedge on top.

This lemon chicken orzo soup is everything you want in a fresh, cozy, protein-packed meal it’s light yet hearty, simple yet full of fresh flavor, and nourishing without feeling heavy. It’s like my classic chicken noodle soup got a glow up; and tastes like sunshine and cozy hug both jumped right into a bowl. The orzo adds the perfect tender bite, while the eggs create a silky broth that feels rich and satisfying, all without any cream or butter.

I love making this on those in-between days when it’s not quite winter anymore, but still too chilly to fully embrace salads and smoothies. It’s the kind of soup that feels both nourishing and energizing with a burst of brightness. Oh, and did I mention that its also insanely delicious!? Yep! It’s SO good.

Ingredients you’ll need

This lemon orzo chicken soup recipe is filled with simple, healthy, everyday ingredients. Here’s a note on the key ingredients that make this soup shine:

Bowls with shredded chicken, spinach, celery, carrots, onion, and orzo.

Make it your own! Swaps & Variations:

  • Make it vegetarian: This one is for all of my plant based friends! Swap the chicken for canned chickpeas or white beans and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
  • Use rice instead of orzo: Orzo is a tiny rice shaped pasta. But if you don’t east gluten, you can swap in some brown or white rice work. I suggest cooking it on the side and then add it to the bottom of the bowl before serving.
  • Change the greens: Try baby kale or chopped Swiss chard in place of the spinach. Really andy light leafy green will be delicious.
  • Go egg-free: I teetsed this recipe bother with and without the eggs in the broth. Persoanlly, I love the rich velvety texture the eggs create but the soup is equally delicious without them. If you skip the eggs, you get a bright lemony broth that is a but lighter but every bit as delicious.
  • Flavor booster: While this soup is delightful just the way it is, my Italian heritage can’t resist Parmesan, lol. If you happen to have a Parmesan rind in the cheese drawer – toss it in – you wont be disappointed.

How to make lemon chicken soup with orzo

Start this recipe by heating olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add celery, carrots, onion, garlic, and a fat pinch of salt. Sauté for 8-10 minutes, or until the vegetables are fragrant and tender. Add the broth and bring to a simmer.

Next, stir in the orzo. Continue to simmer for 6-8 minutes, stirring periodically, until the orzo is al dente. Stir in the chicken and remove from the heat.

Whisk the eggs and lemon juice in a spouted cup or small bowl. Slowly whisk in a scoop of the soup mixture into the egg mixture, going very slowly to ensure the eggs don’t scramble. Next, SLOWLY add your warmed egg mixture back to the soup pot, stirring constantly, until smooth and creamy.

Finish by stirring in your spinach, salt, pepper, and dill, and adjust seasonings to taste. Serve and enjoy!

Lemon chicken soup with orzo in a large soup pot with a wooden spoon.

Serving suggestions

How to store and freeze this soup

To store: Keep leftover soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4–5 days. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave. If the orzo thickens the soup as it sits, just add a splash of broth to loosen it up.

To freeze: Let the soup cool completely, then transfer to a freezer-safe container. For best results, freeze without the orzo to avoid it getting mushy. Freeze for up to 2 months. When ready to eat, thaw in the fridge, reheat, and stir in freshly cooked orzo if needed.

Two bowls of lemon chicken soup near fresh dill and dry orzo.

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Creamy Lemon Chicken Soup with Orzo

This light and easy lemon chicken orzo soup is bright, healthy, and ready in just 30 minutes! Layered with shredded chicken, fresh vegetables, lemon juice, and plenty of dill, this recipe utilizes a couple of eggs to create a light, creamy broth without using any cream or butter. It's packed with protein and perfect for a quick weeknight meal, as well as great for meal prep.
Course soup + stew + chili
Cuisine American
Diet Low Fat
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 332kcal
Author Dani Spies

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup celery diced (2 stalks)
  • 1 cup carrots peeled and diced (1 large or two medium carrots)
  • 1 cup yellow onion diced (half an onion)
  • 2 fat garlic cloves chopped
  • 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup whole wheat orzo
  • 3 cups shredded chicken breast I use rotisserie
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice about three lemons
  • 2 cups baby spinach roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large soup pot (5.5 quarts) over medium heat. Add celery, carrots, onion, garlic, and a fat pinch of salt. Sauté for 8-10 minutes, or until the vegetables are fragrant and tender.
  • Add the broth and bring to a simmer.
  • Stir in the orzo. Continue to simmer for 6-8 minutes, stirring periodically, until the orzo is al dente.
  • Stir in the chicken and remove from the heat.
  • Whisk the eggs and lemon juice in a spouted cup or small bowl. Slowly whisk in a scoop of the soup mixture into the egg mixture, going very slowly to ensure the eggs don’t scramble.
  • Next, SLOWLY add your warmed egg mixture back to the soup pot, stirring constantly, until smooth and creamy. Finish by stirring in your spinach, salt, pepper, and dill, and adjust seasonings to taste. Serve and enjoy!

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Nutrition

Serving: 1.5cups | Calories: 332kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 107mg | Sodium: 207mg | Potassium: 740mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 4697IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 3mg

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