I was in the mood for something outside of my usual fare and had some ground turkey on hand. That's when I decided to go the Asian route with my dinner!

These meatballs are versatile, high in lean protein and BIG on flavor! You won't be disappointed. 

My hubby and I loved these! Next time I'll make a double batch so I have some to freeze. 

Without further ado, here's the recipe!

Asian Turkey Meatballs

Servings: 30 meatballs approx.

Prep time: 10 min.

Cook time: 15-20 min.

Container equivalents: 5 meatballs equal 1 red container on 21 Day Fix Program

- 2 lbs raw, lean ground turkey (I used 2 packages of the Jenny-O)

- 3 green onions, finely chopped

- 1 inch fresh ginger, finely grated

- 1/3 cup Tamari or coconut aminos (gluten-free soy sauce, tastes exactly the same as regular)

- Ground black pepper to taste

- 1 egg

- 1/3 cup gluten-free oats

1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease two baking sheets (or use silicon baking mats, one of my favorite inventions).

2. Mix all ingredients in mixing bowl until just blended.

3. Roll into one-inch balls and place on baking sheet. 

4. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until no longer pink in the center. 

5. Pair with your favorite sides and enjoy! I made an Asian bowl with brown rice and roasted brussels sprouts. It was tasty and filling.

Broccoli Chicken Mac N Cheese (21DF)

This recipe is from Autumn Calabrese's cookbook Fixate. I love this cookbook because it's chocked full of 21 Day Fix approved clean eating recipes. These dishes can be enjoyed by all, not just those wanting to lean out!

This recipe tastes like a cheat meal, and my husband and kids love it! It just goes to show that healthy eating can be tasty. I make mine gluten-free, but you can make it either way.

Without further ado, here's the recipe:

Broccoli Chicken Mac N Cheese (21 DF)

Serves 8 (1 1/2 cups each) 
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 17 minutes
Container equivalents (per serving): 1 green, 1 yellow, 1/2 red, 1/2 blue)

- 4 oz. dry whole wheat or gluten free macaroni elbows (I use gluten-free brown rice pasta)
- 4 tsp. organic, grass-fed butter
- 2 Tbsp. unbleached whole wheat flour (I use gluten-free all purpose flour)
- 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1 1/4 cups grated cheddar cheese (I actually used the shredded Mexican cheese from Costco and it turned out great)
- 3 cups chopped boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 cups steamed broccoli florets, steamed
- 1 tsp. sea salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper

1. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Set aside. 

2. Melt butter in large saucepan over medium heat. 

3. Add flour; cook, whisking constantly, for 1 minute, or until brown (don't let it brown). 

4. Slowly whisk in almond milk; cook, whisking constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes, or until mixture thickens and there are no lumps. 

5. Reduce heat to low. Add cheese; cook, whisking constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes, or until melted. 

6. Add chicken, broccoli, salt and pepper. Cook for 1 minute or until heated through. 

7. Serve immediately. 

Mountain Man Chili

21 Day Fix Approved: Mountain Man Chili 

My husband is a SoCal native, but you'd never know it! He's most comfortable in a flannel, rocking a beard, Coors Light in hand. He grew up riding horses and even raised and sold a pig for 4H.

The Mountain Man and his Girls. Another vacation, another beard. 

When it comes to gastronomic fare, he's all about a good, hearty meal. And luckily for all of us in this house, his cooking skills exceed mine! A student of his Italian mama, he can concoct a delicious meal out of seemingly bare cupboards with a pinch of this and a handful of that. 

He didn't know I was snapping this, but I couldn't resist. Who doesn't love a man in the kitchen?

One of my favorites that he's taught me is what we call Mountain Man Chili. It's the perfect meal for a weeknight when you're short on time and haven't prepared anything. It's one of those few meals that everyone loves, from my husband to me to my kids (my three-year old asks for it weekly) to friends, etc. 

You can pair it with chopped bell peppers, a salad, avocado slices, or eat it on its own and it's healthy and filling. Best of all, it fits the 21 Day Fix lifestyle, so we can eat it and still reach our fitness goals. 

Without further ado, here's the recipe! 

Mountain Man Chili 

Serves : 8

Serving Size: 1.5 cups

21 Day Fix Equivalent: 1 yellow, 1 red, 1/2 green*

Cook time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

- 2 pounds lean ground beef (grass-fed preferably)

- 2 cans kidney beans (2 14.5oz cans)

- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5oz)

- 1 cup of your favorite salsa (we used Trader Joe's Organic Tomatillo & Roasted Yellow Chili Salsa this time)

- 1 large onion, diced

- 1/2 tsp cumin

- 2 tbs chili powder

- 1/2 tsp garlic powder

- 1 tsp oregano

- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. On medium heat, brown meat in skillet. Drain grease and set meat aside. 

2. In the same pan, cook diced onions until translucent. Add meat back into skillet. 

3. Add salsa, diced tomatoes, kidney beans and spices. Mix well. 

4. Simmer for 10 minutes. 

5. Dish up and enjoy! You can pair it with chopped bell peppers, avocado slices, a dollop of Greek yogurt on top, or eat it on its own and it's healthy and filling.

Best of all, it makes a large batch so you'll have leftovers. Guess who doesn't have to make lunch tomorrow?

Let me know what you think of it! 

Cheers!

Maryanne

* I counted the salsa and diced tomatoes as a green because they only contained veggies and spices (i.e. no sugars or other additives).