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Healthy & Delicious Recipes for Labor Day Weekend

Published about 2 months ago • 2 min read

Healthy & Delicious Recipes for Labor Day Weekend

Hi Reader,

Labor Day weekend is the perfect excuse to slow down, gather with friends and family, and soak up those last golden days of summer. Whether you’re grilling in the backyard, heading to a picnic, or just keeping things simple at home, it’s all about making memories together over good food.

And of course, delicious food doesn’t have to mean complicated! I’ve rounded up a few easy recipes that are perfect for sharing. Fresh, flavorful, and simple to put together - you’ll be able to enjoy the holiday without spending the whole day in the kitchen.

Here are my favorite healthier Labor Day recipes I know you'll love!

You can make these veggie burgers using simple pantry staples like chickpeas, oats, and veggies, they’re crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and SO delicious without falling apart. They have 9 grams of plant-based protein each!

Fresh, colorful, and so flavorful, it truly couldn’t be easier to make. This one is great if you're headed to the park, or just want easy, single servings that are ready to go! With 28 grams of protein and 8 grams of fiber each, these are a tasty and filling option.

This pasta salad is creamy and savory, with a cottage cheese base as the sauce and garlic to heighten the flavors. Super easy to make and has 37 grams of protein per serving. Use it as a side or a main vegetarian dish. This can be made in 25 minutes!

If you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing, restaurant-worthy appetizer or side dish, this Homemade Parmesan Truffle Fries recipe is just what you need! These fries are garlicky, savory, deliciously cheesy, and have that signature truffle oil flavor.

I can honestly say these are the BEST healthy protein brownies and work perfectly every single time! Each bite is full of melt-in-your-mouth chocolatey goodness – they’re so good! They come together in under 25 minutes and are one of my favorite treats.

If you want to finish out your summer with a delicious ice cream, then this is what you want to make! Made with only 3 ingredients, and contains 15 grams of protein per serving. Perfectly sweet and so easy to make! Just prep ahead of time for your gathering

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Jar Of Lemons - Quick, Healthy Recipes

by Christine McMichael

I'm a recipe creator and the owner of Jar Of Lemons, a healthy recipe website focused on quick and easy meal solutions! From comforting dinners that can be made in 30 minutes or less to healthier takes on classic favorites, Jar Of Lemons is here to help with inspired recipes and a refreshing, relatable community.

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