May Seasonal Vegetables: Time to Lighten Up

May seasonal vegetables | pickled radishes healthy canning jar | Girlfriend is Better
Photo courtesy: Domino

One of the best things you can do for your body is to eat more vegetables.  May seasonal vegetables are light, hydrating, and heart-healthy.  We will be focusing on the veggies that are harvested each month so you can start building […]

Bagel Sandwich: A Blank Canvas

bagel sandwich | baked bread scattered on a table | Girlfriend is Better

Have you ever been dying to eat something different, but it feels like you’ve had it all before? Thanks to bagel sandwiches, that’s a problem of the past. Due to the complete lack of restriction, they can be whatever sounds […]

Spring Rolls: Goodbye Winter, Hello Healthy Eating

Spring Rolls | vegetarian platter | Girlfriend is Better
Photo courtesy: Marina via Yummy Mummy Kitchen

Spring is just around the corner. Why not celebrate the season with some fresh spring rolls? They perfectly celebrate what spring has to offer! These rolls are packed with vibrant vegetables and flavors. They are also a nice change of […]

Zucchini Noodles: 30-Minute Low-Carb Recipes

Honey Sriracha Chicken Zucchini Noodles recipe | Quick low-carb meals | Girlfriend is Better
Photo courtesy: RasaMalaysia

Best low carb find of the day? Zucchini noodles (sometimes called “zoodles”) are terrific pasta replacement in any recipe. Zucchinis are 95% water and are a high source of potassium and Vitamin C. Just what susceptible bodies are craving (post […]

Skillet Cooking, Care + Recipes

Skillet care, health + recipes | Girlfriend is Better
Photo courtesy: Eat Well 101

Feeling tired?  Add a little iron to your diet with a skillet!  Cast-iron skillets are my new obsession as of early this year.  Not only do they conduct heat beautifully, they go from stove top to oven easily, too.  Learn […]