Juicy fresh peaches are matched up with spicy jalapenos, fragrant red onions, fresh cilantro, and zesty lime in this utterly irresistible peach salsa. I guarantee you can’t stop at one bite of this beautiful dip!

Peach Salsa

What can you serve this peach salsa with? I think it’s more of a question of what it doesn’t go with.

I could polish off an entire batch of this by myself with a bag of chips (or even by the spoonful), but that’s not all it’s good for.

Spoon it over Pulled Pork Tacos or Sweet and Tangy Pulled Pork on sliders for some serious wow factor. Serve grilled or air-fried salmon over a bed of peach jalapeno salsa.

Or -and this may sound crazy at first, but stick with me- try it scooped over a little of The Best (and Easiest) Ice Cream You’ll Ever Make for a sweet and savory end to a summer meal.

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Greek Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad

Orzo pasta salad made with all the traditional Greek flavors you love and is a super easy side dish that you can make ahead of time for your next potluck!

Juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, red onions, roasted chickpeas and black olives all coated in a homemade salad dressing made with fresh lemon juice. This pasta salad is so bright and fresh!

We have a traditional Greek pasta salad on the blog, but I’m pretty obsessed with this orzo version. Just like I’m obsessed with our lemon orzo with parmesan and peas! Orzo is just so fun and so versatile!

What is Orzo?

Orzo is a rice-shaped pasta that can be traditionally prepared as pasta or cooked and served in much the same way as rice.

Ingredients Needed to Make Greek Orzo Pasta Salad

In most grocery stores, you walk in and you’re in the produce section. So grab a few plastic produce bags and knock off half this list right there:

Chickpeas

• Chickpeas: roasting chickpeas, or garbanzo beans, adds a great crunchy texture to the salad and is high in plant-based protein
• Olive Oil: helps roast the chickpeas
• Cumin: adds flavor
• Smoked Paprika: adds flavor and smokiness
• Salt: adds flavor

Dressing

• Olive Oil: the base of the dressing, extra virgin olive oil is preferred
• Garlic: adds flavor
• Red Wine Vinegar: adds acid and tanginess to the dressing
• Lemon Zest and Juice: adds freshness, acidity and flavor
• Dijon Mustard: adds zesty flavor and acts as an emulsifier for the oil and vinegar
• Oregano: fresh is highly recommended but if you want to use dried oregano, go with 1 teaspoon
• Dill: fresh dill is best, but if you must use dried, go with 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt and Black Pepper: adds flavor and enhances all the ingredients

Salad

• Red Onion: adds flavor and crunchy texture
• Red Wine Vinegar: helps pickle the onions
• Orzo: You’ll find orzo right next to all your other pastas, and remember that you’re looking for a pasta that looks like rice.
• Olive Oil: helps toast the orzo and sauté the garlic
• Garlic: adds flavor
• Chicken Broth: cooks the orzo
• Lemon Zest and Juice: adds freshness and flavor
• Cracked Pepper: adds a little heat
• Salt: adds flavor
• Feta: I like to buy a block of feta and then crumble it up myself.
• Grape Tomatoes: sliced in half
• Sun Dried Tomatoes: drained from their oil and roughly chopped
• Spinach: fresh and roughly chopped
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Sharing my thoughts on rebounding and why it’s a fun addition to my wellness routine.

Hi friends! Hope you’re having a lovely morning! We’re headed to Hawaii for a bit! I’ll share more of the fun in upcoming posts and you can always find me on IG stories.

Today, I wanted to chat about rebounding since quite a few friends have asked me about it.

Rebounding is one of my absolute favorite ways to stay active and have fun while working out. If you haven’t tried it yet, you’re in for a treat. Today, I wanted to chat about rebounding, explore its potential benefits, and share some ways to incorporate it into your routine.

(My rebounder is here!)

Why I love rebounding

What is Rebounding?

Rebounding involves bouncing on a mini-trampoline, also known as a rebounder. It’s a low-impact exercise that can be done at home or in a fitness class. The up-and-down motion of bouncing is not only fun but also effective in working out various muscle groups, improving balance, and boosting cardiovascular health.

Rebounding can be traced back to NASA, where astronauts used it to regain bone density and muscle mass after returning from space. The unique gravitational force experienced during rebounding is said to be 68% more effective than jogging, making it an efficient workout option. Plus, it’s accessible to people of all ages and fitness levels.

Potential Benefits of Rebounding

Cardiovascular Health:

Rebounding gets your heart rate up, which helps improve cardiovascular health. This aerobic exercise strengthens the heart, improves circulation, and helps lower blood pressure. Regular rebounding sessions can enhance overall cardiovascular endurance, making everyday activities easier and more enjoyable.

Lymphatic System Support:

The bouncing motion stimulates lymphatic flow, aiding in detoxification and immune function. Unlike the cardiovascular system, the lymphatic system doesn’t have a pump. Rebounding helps move lymphatic fluid through your body, flushing out toxins and waste products, which can boost your immune response and overall health.

Low-Impact Exercise:

It’s gentle on the joints, making it a great option for those with joint concerns or recovering from injuries. The trampoline mat absorbs much of the impact, reducing stress on the knees, hips, and spine. This makes it a safe and effective exercise for individuals with arthritis or those recovering from surgery.

Improved Balance and Coordination:

Regular rebounding helps enhance balance and coordination. The unstable surface of the rebounder challenges your body to maintain stability, improving proprioception and neuromuscular coordination. This can help prevent falls and imp

Brazilian Smoked Tri Tip on a Traeger

Learn how to make a delicious and flavorful Brazilian smoked tri tip on a Traeger grill. This easy recipe is perfect for summer BBQs and will be a hit with your friends and family. The meat is tender, juicy and packed full of flavor!

We love to make this Traeger recipe with a side of roasted herb potatoes and a fresh spinach strawberry and feta salad. It’s the perfect summer meal!

I know most of us may feel intimidated at first when we start talking about smoking meat and other foods after hearing about those seasoned grill masters and neighbors that smoke their meats like it’s going out of style. Traeger has made it so easy for all of us.

What is Tri Tip?

Tri tip roast is a cut of beef that is part of the bottom sirloin. It is triangle-shaped and one of my favorite cuts of beef. It is a great option for smoking and grilling. You will usually find tri tip has already been trimmed before it is packaged, but if it’s not, you can easily trim it yourself. It is a beautiful marbled cut of beef.

Ingredients for Smoked Tri Tip

We are going to make both a marinade and a dry rub for this tri tip recipe to pack it full of flavor. The marinade infuses the meat with flavor and tenderizes it. The dry rub gives the tri tip a delicious crust around the outside. Here is what you will need:

• Tri Tip Roast

For the Marinade

• Brown Sugar
• White Sugar
• Black Pepper
• Kosher Salt
• Garlic
• Onion Powder
• Lemon Juice
• Soy Sauce
• Vegetable Oil

For the Rub

• Kosher Salt
• Brown Sugar
• Pepper
• Garlic Powder
• Onion Powder
• Chili Powder
• Smoked Paprika
• Thyme
• Cumin
• Nutmeg

The measurements for each ingredient can be found in the recipe card at the end of the post.

How to Make Smoked Tri Tip

Before you begin smoking any of your meats, decide whether or not you want to let the meat marinate and how long.  We decided for this specific tri tip that we would marinate it just over night.

Make the marinade and place the meat in the plastic container or big ziploc bag with it over night in the refrigerator.  When you take your meat out of the marinade, give your tri tip a light covering with your favorite seasoning, if you need a rub you can use ours below or just use salt and pepper if you prefer.

Read More: Looking for Traeger recipes? Try our Smoked Chicken Breast Recipe next!

Preheat the Traeger to 225 degrees F. Place the tri tip right on the grate in the smoker and let it smoke for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. You want the internal temperature to be between 130-135 degrees. Pul

Red❤️, White🤍, & Blue💙 Olympics Recipe Roundup🥇

I can’t believe we are just days away from the 2024 Paris Olympics! We absolutely love the Olympics in our house! So many incredible athletes, great stories, and inspiring moments!

If you want to go all in on the Olympics like we are, we wanted to give you a recipe roundup of our favorite patriotic recipes to make while we cheer on Team USA as well as all our favorite appetizers and snacks for munching while you watch! What events are you the most excited to see?

Team USA Treats❤️🤍💙

Fireworks Pretzel Snaps — Red, White and Blue Jello Poke Cake — Red, White and Blue Strawberries

Patriotic Popcorn — Red, White and Blue Red Velvet Cookies — Fruit and Yogurt Waffle Cones

Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies — Red, White and Blue Ice Box Cake — Reese’s Firecracker Oreos

Red, White and Blue Ice Cream Sandwiches — Patriotic Trifle — American Flag Cake

Favorite Appetizers and Snacks

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