Roasted Cauliflower and Pesto Pasta Creamy Pesto Pasta with Roasted Cauliflower and Parmesan Ingredients: 12 oz pasta (penne, fusilli, or your favorite shape) 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets 3 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade) 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Juice of 1/2 lemon Fresh basil leaves for garnish Directions: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss cauliflower florets with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, until tender and golden brown. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add roasted cauliflower to the skillet, stir to combine. Reduce heat to low, add cooked pasta, pesto, and lemon juice. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen the sauce if needed. Stir in grated Parmesan and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 450 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #roastedcauliflower #pestopasta #vegetarianrecipes #comfortfood #italianflavors #pastalover #easyweeknightdinner #healthyrecipes #basilpesto #veggielove #homecooking #meatlessmonday #freshingredients #lemonflavor #garliclover #plantbasedmeals #simpledinners #roastedveggies #parmesanlove #pastadishes Cozy up with this Roasted Cauliflower and Pesto Pasta Tender, golden cauliflower paired with fresh basil pesto makes every bite a flavor explosion!

Beef and Spaghetti Squash Savory Ground Beef with Roasted Spaghetti Squash Ingredients: 1 medium spaghetti squash 1 lb (450g) ground beef 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup marinara sauce 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried basil Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil Grated Parmesan cheese (optional) Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, season with salt and pepper. Place cut sides down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast for 35-40 minutes until tender. While squash is roasting, heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat. Stir in marinara sauce, dried oregano, and basil. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld. Once spaghetti squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to scrape out the strands into a large bowl or directly onto plates. Top the spaghetti squash strands with the beef sauce mixture. Garnish with grated Parmesan and fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 60 minutes Kcal: 350 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #spaghettisquash #beefrecipes #lowcarbmeals #healthycomfortfood #glutenfree #groundbeefrecipes #easymeals #familydinner #roastedveggies #ketorecipes #cleanrecipes #homemade #italianflavors #comfortfood #simplerecipes #mealprep #proteinpacked #healthyliving #savorymeals #dinnerideas Looking for a healthy twist on classic spaghetti? Try this Beef and Spaghetti Squash — low-carb, flavorful, and hearty!

Roasted Sweet Potato and Kale Salad Vibrant Roasted Sweet Potato and Kale Power Salad with Tangy Dressing Ingredients: 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 4 cups kale, stems removed and chopped 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced 1/4 cup dried cranberries 1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional) Dressing: 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway, until tender and caramelized. While sweet potatoes roast, massage kale with a pinch of salt for 2-3 minutes until tender and slightly wilted. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing. In a large bowl, combine kale, roasted sweet potatoes, red onion, dried cranberries, and pumpkin seeds. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently to combine. Sprinkle crumbled feta on top if using. Serve immediately or chilled. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 280 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #roastedsweetpotato #kalesalad #healthysalad #fallrecipes #powergreens #plantbased #veggiesalad #roastedveggies #superfoods #nutritiousmeals #wholefoods #veganfriendly #saladrecipe #cleanrecipes #healthyanddelicious #seasonalrecipes #mealprepideas #veggiepower #fiberrich #comfortfood Warm roasted sweet potatoes meet nutrient-packed kale in this delicious and vibrant salad—perfect for fall and beyond! Sweet, tangy, and full of texture!