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Rice Noodles with Creamy Peanut Sauce

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Creamy Peanut Butter Sauce with Rice Noodles

🥜 😊 The Most Delicious Creamy Peanut Butter Sauce with Rice Noodles! Try Making It Like This! 🔝 Easy and Delicious RecipesLight, refreshing, and bursting with flavor! These Rice Noodles with Peanut Sauce are tossed with crisp julienned veggies and a creamy, nutty, and slightly tangy peanut dressing. Finished with toasted almonds for extra crunch, this dish is quick, healthy, and absolutely delicious—perfect for a light lunch or dinner! Whether it's a light lunch or a refreshing dinner, this dish is an easy, healthy, and satisfying meal you'll crave again and again!
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Course: Main Course, Salad, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Chinese, French, Japanese, Mediterranean
Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Vegan
Keyword: anti-inflamatory food, clean eating, easy recipe,, healthy, healthy recipe, quick recipe, recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories:
Author: Lora Ryan – Cleanslate Path
Cost: 8

Ingredients

  • 8 oz rice noodles
  • 2 medium carrots julienned
  • 1 medium cucumber julienned
  • ½ cup red pepper julienned
  • ¼ cup sliced almonds toasted

Dressing:

  • ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1-2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp ginger minced
  • 1-2 tbsp warm water to thin the dressing if needed

Optional Garnishes:

  • Fresh cilantro chopped
  • Green onions sliced
  • Red pepper flakes or sriracha for heat

Instructions

  • Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, and ginger. Add warm water, a little at a time, until the dressing reaches your desired consistency.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice noodles, julienned carrots, julienned cucumber, and toasted almonds.
  • Pour the peanut butter dressing over the noodle mixture. Toss everything together until well coated.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with fresh cilantro, green onions, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha if desired.

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Homemade Tomato Sauce

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Tomato and Meat Sauce

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Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian, Mediterranean
Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Low Fat, Low Salt, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword: anti-inflamatory food, clean eating, delicious, easy recipe,, healthy food, quick recipe
Prep Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 200kcal
Author: Lora Ryan - Cleanslate Path
Cost: $8

Ingredients

📌 Ingredients:

Optional: Ground beef or turkey for a hearty sauce

  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced (boosts immune system!)
  • ½ cup onion finely chopped
  • ¼ tsp dried red pepper flakes
  • 2 cans 28 oz each of tomatoes (fresh tomatoes elevate the flavor)
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 2 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp dried basil
  • Optional Additions:
  • 2 – 3 cups of ground beef or ground turkey for a protein-packed sauce

Instructions

  • Saute onions and garlic over medium with olive oil. Add all the other ingredients, and let simmer over medium heat for approximately 30 minutes. Stirring often. Remove pot from the heat and blend to make a smooth sauce.
  • Optional Meat Sauce - cook completely your ground beef or ground turkey. Once tomato sauce has been blended add the cooked meat.

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Calories: 200kcal

Spinach and Cottage Cheese Lasagna with Homemade Tomato Sauce

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🌿✨ Ultimate Spinach & Cottage Cheese Lasagna with Homemade Tomato Sauce

**”Craving a lasagna that’s creamy, hearty, AND healthy? 🌱💪 This Spinach & Cottage Cheese Lasagna is the ultimate comfort food with a nutritious twist! 🧄🍅 Perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or impressing your guests. Fresh spinach, protein-packed cottage cheese, and a rich homemade tomato sauce take this classic dish to the next level. 😍 Don’t miss out—watch, cook, and savor!
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian, Mediterranean
Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Keyword: anti-inflamatory food, clean eating, eggs, mediterranian diet, healthy, healthy recipe
Prep Time: 35 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8
Calories:
Author: Lora Ryan – Cleanslate Path

Ingredients

Ingredients for the Homemade Tomato Sauce

  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced (boosts immune system!)
  • ½ cup onion finely chopped
  • ¼ tsp dried red pepper flakes optional for a spicy kick
  • 2 cans 28 oz each of tomatoes (fresh tomatoes elevate the flavor)
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar adds tangy depth
  • 2 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar balances acidity
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp dried basil

Optional Additions:

  • Ground beef or ground turkey for a protein-packed sauce

Creamy Cottage Cheese & Spinach Layer

  • 3 cups cottage cheese high-protein and low-fat!
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • 2 cups fresh spinach finely chopped
  • Mix all ingredients in a bowl until fully combined.

Instructions

Assembling the Lasagna

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a baking dish, spread 1/3 of the homemade tomato sauce as the base layer.
  • Add a layer of lasagna noodles (fresh noodles are highly recommended for the best texture!).
  • Spread the entire cottage cheese mixture evenly over the noodles.
  • Add another layer of lasagna noodles.
  • Pour 1/3 of the tomato sauce over the noodles.
  • Add one more layer of lasagna noodles and top with the remaining tomato sauce.
  • Sprinkle generously with 1 ½ – 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese for that irresistible golden crust.
  • Cover the dish with tin foil and bake for 1 hour at 350°F.

Pro Tip

  • For an extra crispy cheese topping, remove the tin foil in the last 10 minutes of baking and broil on high.

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Buffalo Chicken Street-Style Tacos

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Buffalo Chicken Street-Style Tacos

Here's a delicious recipe for BuffaloChicken Street-Style Tacos with two incredible homemade sauces: a creamyranch sauce and a tangy buffalo drizzle.
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Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Gluten Free, Low Fat, Vegan
Keyword: anti-inflamatory food, clean eating, easy recipe,, healthy food, healthy recipe
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories:
Author: Lora Ryan – Cleanslate Path
Cost: 8

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (or 8 fillets)
  • 1 cup buffalo sauce store-bought or homemade; recipe below
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Buffalo Sauce: (if making from scratch)

  • ½ cup hot sauce like Frank’s RedHot
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for extra heat

For the Creamy Ranch Sauce:

  • ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

For the Tacos:

  • 6 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup cooked corn
  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage (optional for extra crunch)
  • ½ cup crumbled blue cheese or shredded cheddar (optional)
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges, for serving

For the Buffalo Drizzle:

  • ¼ cup buffalo sauce (reserve some from the above recipe or use store-bought)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (to balance heat)

Instructions

  • Prepare the Chicken:
  • In a small bowl, mix olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Rub the seasoning mixture onto the chicken breasts.
  • Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C). Set aside to rest for 5 minutes.
  • Shred or chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Toss the chicken in buffalo sauce until well-coated.

Make the Sauces:

  • Buffalo Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the hot sauce, melted butter, vinegar, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Adjust to taste and set aside.
  • Creamy Ranch Sauce: In another bowl, combine Greek yogurt (or sour cream), mayonnaise, dill, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  • Buffalo Drizzle: In a small bowl, mix buffalo sauce and honey (or maple syrup) for a tangy-sweet drizzle.
  • Assemble the Tacos:

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