Ambitious Kitchen

Avocado Blueberry Quinoa Salad

Monique Volz — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:00:48 +0000

Avocado Blueberry Quinoa Salad

Beautiful avocado blueberry quinoa salad loaded with fresh produce, tangy feta, chopped pistachios, and tossed in a flavorful cilantro lime dressing. This delicious quinoa salad is packed with plant-based protein and is perfect for summer lunches, parties, and picnics. I’m not sure if you remember one of my very first quinoa salads on the blog.

One Pan Enchilada Zucchini Turkey Meatballs and Rice

Monique Volz — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 16:00:49 +0000

One Pan Enchilada Zucchini Turkey Meatballs and Rice

Flavorful one pan enchilada zucchini turkey meatballs simmered with rice in a delicious red enchilada sauce. This healthy, high-protein dinner recipe is packed with colorful veggies like zucchini, peppers, and corn, and is perfect for weeknights or meal prep! Since my one pan meals are ridiculously popular with all of you, I decided it was

Easy, Healthy Smoothie Recipes

Monique Volz — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 15:00:09 +0000

Easy, Healthy Smoothie Recipes

Easy, healthy smoothie recipes to make for breakfast and snacks! You’ll find protein-packed green smoothies to enjoy post-workout and even smoothie recipes that taste like dessert. Stock your kitchen & freezer with a few essentials, and easily make these healthy smoothies ahead of time. Vegan options included! It’s always smoothie season here at AK. There’s

Morning Glory Zucchini Carrot Muffins

Monique Volz — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:00:03 +0000

Morning Glory Zucchini Carrot Muffins

Wonderful morning glory zucchini carrot muffins that are naturally sweetened with pure maple syrup and filled with delicious mix-ins like coconut, raisins, and nuts. These healthy zucchini carrot muffins make the best freezer-friendly breakfast or snack that’s great for kids! These morning glory zucchini carrot muffins are like your favorite zucchini bread and cozy carrot

Sunshine Tropical Turmeric Smoothie

Monique Volz — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:00:28 +0000

Sunshine Tropical Turmeric Smoothie

Bright sunshine tropical turmeric smoothie made with mango, pineapple, banana, freshly grated turmeric, and creamy coconut milk. This refreshing turmeric smoothie is filled with vitamins and will have you shining from the inside out! A wonderful breakfast or snack any day of the week. This tropical turmeric smoothie is truly sunshine in a glass. It’s

Summer Strawberry Spinach Salad with Avocado

Monique Volz — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:21 +0000

Summer Strawberry Spinach Salad with Avocado

Gorgeous summer strawberry spinach salad topped with avocado, feta, red onion, and toasted nuts, and drizzled with a flavorful strawberry balsamic vinaigrette. The best ever strawberry salad recipe that’s sweet, tangy, crunchy, creamy, and the perfect lunch or easy side dish! One of my absolute FAVORITE healthy salads to make during the summer is this

Street Corn Pasta Salad with Cilantro Pesto + Goat Cheese

Monique Volz — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Street Corn Pasta Salad with Cilantro Pesto + Goat Cheese

Delicious vegetarian street corn pasta salad with sweet corn, red bell pepper, avocado, creamy goat cheese, and a fresh cilantro pesto. This easy corn pasta salad recipe is not only delicious but is also a great way to use up your summer corn. Impress your friends and family with the best pasta salad ever! It’s

Sweet & Spicy Sesame Chicken Meatball Bowls

Monique Volz — Sun, 31 May 2026 16:00:25 +0000

Sweet & Spicy Sesame Chicken Meatball Bowls

Delicious one pan sesame chicken meatballs with crispy broccoli and a sweet and spicy ginger sesame sauce. These flavorful, protein-packed sesame chicken meatball bowls make the best weeknight dinner served with coconut rice, brown rice or quinoa! Customize these bowls with your fav sides & garnishes. This recipe combines all of the best parts of

30 Seasonal Recipes to Cook in June

Monique Volz — Sat, 30 May 2026 16:00:00 +0000

30 Seasonal Recipes to Cook in June

Fresh, seasonal recipes to cook in June! Celebrate the start of summer produce with tons of delicious salads, grilling recipes, and plenty of treats. These seasonal recipes are perfect for picnics, potlucks and backyard BBQs! We’re finally getting warmer, sunny days here in Chicago, and I’ve been stocking my kitchen with seasonal produce for quick,

Fresh Cherry Crisp with Almond Oatmeal Crumble

Monique Volz — Thu, 28 May 2026 16:00:25 +0000

Fresh Cherry Crisp with Almond Oatmeal Crumble

Beautiful fresh cherry crisp with a delicious almond oatmeal crumble topping. This easy cherry crisp recipe is perfectly sweet and tart with a hint of amaretto to make it extra special. It can easily be made vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free for a wonderful summer treat anyone will love! After seeing all of you fall in

Easy Quinoa Salad Recipes to Make for Lunch

Monique Volz — Wed, 27 May 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Easy Quinoa Salad Recipes to Make for Lunch

Delicious, easy quinoa salad recipes that are perfect for weekday lunches and dinners! You’ll find quinoa salad with chickpeas, black beans, chicken, and plenty of veggies. These flavorful, fiber & protein-packed quinoa salads are all gluten-free and will be your new favorite ways to cook with quinoa. If you know me, you know I always

Spinach Garlic Parmesan Orzo with Crispy Bacon

Monique Volz — Tue, 26 May 2026 16:00:42 +0000

Spinach Garlic Parmesan Orzo with Crispy Bacon

Easy, flavorful spinach garlic parmesan orzo pasta with crispy bacon and gorgeous veggies like red bell pepper, zucchini, and spinach. This creamy garlic parmesan orzo recipe comes together in one pan, is the perfect meal prep dinner, and is delicious hot or cold! This dreamy orzo dish kicked off my love of the little pasta