I know I sound like a total cliche, but can you even believe this year is over? It started out feeling like worst year ever (with lots of dramatic flare and plenty of exclamation points) being injured and having to give up on a few goal races, but looking back the year was pretty amazing. I ran my first marathon, completed my first century (I swear I will actually finish that recap someday), started a new job, recovered from my injury, and ended up the happiest I have been in my adult life. Oh, and I also made a ton of delicious food. 
But enough about me, this post is about you and what your 10 favorite recipes were from 2013.
10. Curried Chicken Salad {gluten-free}
I’m not surprised. This was one of my favorites too. The bold curry, sweet grapes and crunchy almonds are the perfect combination and take a plain ol’ chicken salad into something I was excited to eat for lunch for the entire week.
9. Sun Dried Tomato & Basil White Bean Burgers {vegan + gluten-free}
I had a friend request a homemade version of a veggie burger she had at the store that she claimed tasted like pizza in a burger. This happened, and you guys loved it as much as I did! When I was making these, they looked so dry at first that I was terrified I’d made a horrible mistake by testing them out on guests, but after one bite, they were anything but dry, and everyone went back for seconds!
8. Caprese Pasta {gluten-free}
This meal is so simple and delicious, and who doesn’t love caprese? The big chunks of mozzarella cheese really take it to the next level, plus it doesn’t hurt that it’s packed with veggies and pretty light as far as pasta goes!
7. Guacamole Chicken Salad {gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo}
This was an other bulk lunch that I looked forward to eating until it was gone, and it disappeared super quickly. These were also some of my favorite photos I’ve ever taken.
6. Noodleless Chicken “Pad” Thai {gluten-free, dairy-free, easily paleo-able}
This is one I’ve been making forever. It’s a favorite around here, and with good reason–chicken pad thai is so bold, flavorful, and comforting, and you don’t miss any of that by swapping in the spaghetti squash!
5. Chipotle Black Bean Burgers {vegan + gluten-free}
This is one of the recipes people tell me they make the most. I’ve had a lot of friends and readers make them to rave reviews. Super flavorful, and a much cheaper option than the frozen ones I used to buy. Now I make these and freeze the leftovers instead!
4. Healthy Crockpot Orange Chicken {gluten-free + dairy-free}
Oh man, I LOVED this chicken. I would seriously choose it over the nastiness at Panda Express any day of the week. It actually tastes like real orange, and isn’t overly sweet. Super easy, and a great make-ahead meal.
3. French Onion Meatloaf {gluten-free}
OMG I’m SO glad you guys love this one too! I was seriously obsessed with it. It had a little bit of a slow start as far as traffic goes, but it picked up and became pretty popular on pinterest. This would definitely be in my top 10 for the year as well. In fact, my mom says she only makes meatloaf this way now!
2. Lasagna Stuffed Spaghetti Squash {gluten-free}
Oh man, I was sure this one would come in first place. It came so close. Without a doubt my favorite recipe of 2013 (and in actuality the most popular–the #1 spot has months on this one, and not too many more views). Sometimes you just get a really great idea and everything ends up exactly how you wanted. That was this recipe.
1. Spaghetti Squash Boats {gluten-free}
Okay, so technically I posted these in 2012, but it was December 27th, so I’m counting it. Up until I posted the lasagna spaghetti squash, this baby got all the attention, and it is GOOD. Really good. This recipe kind of inspired my spaghetti squash obsession, and it looks like you guys love it (and chicken salad) as much as I do.
Did anyone else notice there were no desserts?? That’s just crazy to me, but maybe that’s because my sweet tooth is the size of Texas. Just for fun, here’s 2 from 2012 that still made my top 10 traffic this year (and beat out a couple of the ones listed above).
Cranberry Apple Chicken Salad {gluten-free}
Spaghetti squash and chicken salad. Maybe I should just stick to those things? But for real, this is what inspired my chicken salad obsession (yes, apparently we all have the same obsessions), and it is so surprisingly delicious. Simple perfection in my book.
and (my favorite of all time)
Vanilla Bean Cookie Butter Cup Cupcakes
I mean, I think the picture and title say it all here. My favorite cupcakes I’ve ever eaten.
I’m dying to know, what was your favorite?? I love hearing from you guys about what you like, and what you’d like to see more of, so if you have any requests, shout ‘em out! Also, if you made anything and loved it (or even if you didn’t love it–feedback is always good!), please tell me!