Light, Easy Recipes

Valerie Brunmeier

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Valerie, a long time food blogger and cookbook author, launched Wholesome Made Easy in June of 2020. Her true passion is sharing her experience as a working mom of four to help other busy home cooks create wholesome, delicious meals that take a lighter approach. Her recipes have been featured on Better Homes & Gardens, Good Housekeeping, Redbook, Country Living, Cosmopolitan, Buzzfeed, MSN, Shape Magazine and more.

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Low-Carb Recipes

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Looking for low carb recipe inspiration? You’re in the right place! This collection of low carb recipes will help you create healthy, satisfying meals and you won’t miss the bread and pasta. Cut the carbs but not the flavor!

Gluten-Free Recipes

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Gluten-free recipes featuring lots of easy dinner ideas, delicious side dishes and desserts, utilize wholesome ingredients and easy cooking methods.
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Low Calorie Recipes

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Low calorie recipes will help create meals loaded with lean proteins, lots of fresh vegetables and filling whole grains and beans
A closeup of a turkey taco with a bottle of hot sauce behind it.

Turkey Tacos

25 minutes

Dairy-Free Dinners

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From healthy snacks to easy dinners to indulgent desserts, we’ve got you covered with this collection of dairy free recipes.

Vegetarian Recipes

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This collection of vegetarian recipes is filled with lots of family-friendly choices that even the most steadfast meat eaters will love! These meatless recipes are fresh, hearty and satisfying and include everything from appetizers to the main meal.