Recipes — Live Well with Michelle

Roasted Cauliflower and Farro Salad with Feta and Avocado

This satisfying vegetarian salad recipe features warm whole grains, roasted cauliflower, fresh greens and bold Mediterranean flavors. It packs well for lunch, too! Recipe yields 4 hearty salads.

Salad, Salads & SidesMichelle MatthewsJune 3, 2020avocado, cauliflower, farro

Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad with Lemon Dressing

I am all about fresh simple ingredients and this summer salad uses ingredients grown in my own backyard.

Salad, Salads & SidesMichelle MatthewsJune 3, 2020cucumber, tomato, avocado

Spinach Salad with Strawberries and Asparagus

This ideal salad has it all. Using a lot of different flavors and ingredients, flavors, and textures to keep it interesting.

Salad, Salads & SidesMichelle MatthewsJune 3, 2020spinach, Strawberry, asparagus

Cilantro Lime Southwest Salad

This Southwest Salad is filled with flavorful vegetables and plant-based proteins. One of my favorites!

Salad, Salads & SidesMichelle MatthewsJune 3, 2020cilantro, lime

Strawberry + Pickled Beet Salad w/ White Balsamic Dressing

Just in time for summer BBQs, this Strawberry + Pickled Beet Salad with White Balsamic Dressing is an easy, healthy side dish. Garnished with feta, avocado, crispy quinoa and a tangy vinaigrette, this gluten-free and vegetarian arugula salad is a summertime classic!

Salad, Salads & SidesMichelle MatthewsJune 3, 2020strawberry, beet, balsamic dressing

Quinoa, Arugula, and Black-Eyed Peas Southern Salad

Enjoy immediately or store in the fridge for up to 4 days. The cucumbers will get somewhat soft, but the salad overall gets even better as it marinates.

Salad, Salads & SidesMichelle MatthewsJune 3, 2020arugula, black-eyed peas, quinoa

Pear and Fennel Salad

This salad’s main ingredients have amazing nutritional benefits. Fennel eases digestion, and its aniseed flavor is so comforting when you want to add something a bit sweet to your salad. Pears are low in calories and high in nutritional value, both on the digestive and respiratory front.

Salad, Salads & SidesMichelle MatthewsJune 3, 2020pear, fennel

PB Greek Yogurt and Banana Parfait

This breakfast is a complete meal with healthy sources of protein, carbohydrates and fat.

Breakfast, Breakfast & SmoothiesMichelle MatthewsMay 29, 2020peanut butter, greek yogurt, bananas

Chocolate-Peanut Butter Cottage Cheese

This simple and delicious chocolate-peanut butter breakfast dish is made extra creamy with the addition of cottage cheese.

Peaches and Overnight Oats

These overnight oats will make it easier for you to get out the door in the morning while still having enjoyed a nutritious and delicious breakfast.

Breakfast, Breakfast & SmoothiesMichelle MatthewsMay 29, 2020oatmeal, peaches, chia seeds

PB Protein Oatmeal with Raisins

Adding peanut butter to this breakfast staple gives it staying power with all the healthy fats and protein.

Breakfast, Breakfast & SmoothiesMichelle MatthewsMay 29, 2020oatmeal, raisins, peanut butter

Savory Oatmeal with Egg

Eggs give this oatmeal dish a fluffier texture while at the same time increasing the protein and nutritional content.

Breakfast, Breakfast & SmoothiesMichelle MatthewsMay 29, 2020oatmeal, egg, chia seeds

Choco-Coco Peanut Butter Smoothie

This smoothie tastes like a chocolaty indulgence, but it’s loaded with good-for-you ingredients.

Smoothie, Breakfast & SmoothiesMichelle MatthewsMay 29, 2020smoothie, peanut butter, coconut

Blueberry Protein Power Smoothie

This smoothie combination of blueberries, protein, flaxseed, spinach and walnuts will keep your heart and waistline happy.

Smoothie, Breakfast & SmoothiesMichelle MatthewsMay 29, 2020smoothie, almond milk, blueberry

Carrot Smoothie

The tofu, veggies and fruit for this smoothie might sound like an unusual combination but the subtle sweetness from the fruit and creaminess from the tofu makes this a delicious and nutritious way to start the morning.

Smoothie, Breakfast & SmoothiesMichelle MatthewsMay 29, 2020smoothie, carrots, tofu