I unfortunately live in an apartment where grills are not allowed on individual patios and balcony’s. Luckily, this summer, they opened a new pool with built in grills for the residents to use. It has been the best addition for me so far! I have used it at least once a week.
Nothing says summer more than being able to get out and grill some yummy food. I can literally throw everything on the grill from meat to vegetables to potatoes and have minimal clean up in my own kitchen! Not to mention its super quick and makes it just that much more delicious. Before this summer, I never used a grill and at the start of summer I would just prepare everything and have my boyfriend grill it for me. But I am growing in my grilling independence and am learning how to do it. I must say, the chili lime shrimp skewers turned out amazing and they did not last very long in the house!
This paired perfectly with my summer like creamy avocado coleslaw and flavorful mango salsa. Although the shrimp could totally be eatin by itself, Who doesn’t like a good dip right? And avocado dip is a must try!

Servings |
skewers
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- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tsp Chili Powder
- 2 tsp cilantro
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp sea salt
- olive oil
- 1 Juice from one lime
- 2 lbs wild caught shrimp
- wooden skewers
Ingredients
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- add unthawed shrimp to skewer. About 6 shrimp per skewer
- combine olive oil and lime juice and coat each side of the shrimp.
- combine dried seasonings into a bowl. Generously season easy side of the shrimp withe the combined seasonings
- Cook on a grill for about 6 minutes each side
Whole 30 BBQ Meatballs
I am so thankful that I stumbled upon the wonderful, Tessamae’s dressings, in the grocery story. My favorite store at that, Fresh Thyme, where I find most of the latest and greatest whole 30/paleo food items that are perfect for my diet.
Tessamae’s has a BBQ sauce that is 100% whole 30 approved and sooo sooo tasty! I am a person that loves BBQ sauce and having it especially on my chicken or beef. Finding this sauce was a lifesaver.
I have loved making meatballs and tossing them in the sauce and sometimes adding a whole 30 approved hot sauce to add a little kick, making it a delicious spicy BBQ sauce.
This recipe is everything a person could want. Simple, easy, whole 30 approved, paleo approved, gluten free, grain free and delicious!

Prep Time | 14 Minutes |
Cook Time | 20 Minutes |
Servings |
Meatballs
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- 1 pound Grass Fed Ground Beef
- 1/4 White Onion Chopped finely
- 1/4 Green Pepper Chopped finely
- 1/4 Red Pepper Chopped finely
- 1 Whole Egg
- 1/4 Cup Almond Flour
- 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic Minced
- Salt and Pepper for taste
Ingredients
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- Add all ingredients to a bowl and mix with a large spoon or your hands
- Once mixed evenly, take a measuring cup or scooper (i used a 1/4 cup measuring cup) to form even meatballs. Roll into a ball
- Add each meatball to an oiled skillet over medium heat. Cook on each side turning every few minutes until cooked throughly
- Once cooked throughly, take out of skillet and add meatballs to a bowl. In the bowl add 1/2 cup of Tessemae's BBQ sauce to the bowl and toss until evenly coated on each meatball.
- Serve with your favorite vegetable or spaghetti squash!