Good news—we’ve arrived!
And everything looks just the same as it did when we left 
On the way, I made a pit stop at Starbucks to pick up my default travel drink,
A grande café latte with nonfat milk, Truvia, and a splash of half & half.
Being the frequent traveler between Miami and Orlando that I am, I’ve developed quite the strategy for success when it comes to surviving the long four-hour trek. I’ve learned that I need to have coffee, water, and good music, or else the trip is a blow.
Oh, and snacks—but that is always a requirement in any given in any situation 
Being that it was already 4:30 when Will & I got back, we dropped off Popcorn and swung right by Publix to pick up some goods for dinner. As soon as we walked into the kitchen, I was already getting my hands dirty in some freshly-bought salmon and veggies. Twenty minutes later, this creation was being devoured.
I call it Roasted Tomato Salmon Pasta–
First, I roasted some onions, broccoli and half of a cubed tomato at 450 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes. Then I seasoned a salmon fillet with salt, pepper, and minced garlic, and broiled it in the oven for about 7 minutes on its own.
While the salmon cooked I prepped some carb-less Pasta Slim noodles by rinsing them in a strainer, then heating them in a pan with 3 Tablespoons of tomato sauce. I forked apart the salmon fillet and piled it with the roasted veggies on top of the pasta. Presto! Italian made healthy & easy!
I was really surprised with how much flavoring the roasted tomatoes added to this dish! The next time I make any type of pasta with red sauce, I’m going to be sure to add a few freshly roasted tomatoes for an extra kick.
But then again, salmon was included– so I was set either way
Alright, I’ve got lots of unpacking to do! Hope all of you had a great weekend!
A bit to do: Will & I came across this video of these crazy guys using corny pick up lines on random girls. If you’re in need of a good laugh, check it out!
A bit to think about: Do you have any default necessities when traveling?
Ever roasted tomatoes?
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Snacks and starbucks are always a travel must for me as well
Good company is even better!
Sweet and Savvy recently posted..Peanut Butter Chocolate Marshmallow Pie
Welcome back home! I definitely need music when I’m traveling by car- I need something to pump me up and keep me motivated haha. And roasted tomatoes are awesome! I love to get cherry or grape tomatoes and roast them in my toaster oven for a snack
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Lindsay@ In Sweetness and In Health recently posted..Kitten Change
Does Starbucks have Truvia now!? Or did you bring your own?
I definitely always require a coffee pit stop for road trips. Unfortunately, coffee goes right through me so that means several more pit stops along the way to go #1! Hooray for too much info!
Emma @ Microcosm of Life recently posted..Come On, Sushi!
Haha noo I brought my own
Starbucks needs to get Truvia AND almond milk
Itty Bits of Balance recently posted..Home Again, Home Again, Jiggity Jig
That salad looks delicious! Glad you made it home ok, Brittany!
1) I love that your speedometer is close to 80 while you’re snapping a pic of your coffee!
2) I love coffee on car trips, but then that usually leads to bathroom stops!
Enjoy what’s left of the weekend!
Erica @ For the Sake of Cake recently posted..Savvy Shopping
HAHAHAHAHAHA Oh my gosh I don’t think you realize how hard I’m laughing right now. I didn’t even notice that about the picture! Whoops 8) At least I wasn’t texting?
Itty Bits of Balance recently posted..Home Again, Home Again, Jiggity Jig
bahahah i just noticed this too. love it.
Mallory @ It’s Only Life recently posted..3 Years Together
Your lunch looks delicious! Freshly roasted tomatoes sounds so yummy to me. I always need good music on long trips otherwise I pretty much die of boredom!
Sarah recently posted..A clash of cultures
I love roasted tomato. I’ve been craving it lately! I need to get some tomato asap! Glad you’re home safe!
Kim @ Eat, Live, and Blog recently posted..Tomato, Mozzarella, and Basil
Snaaaacks for sure! And good tunes
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Oh my gosh – that video cracked me up. Love when the guys say, “Oh, so you don’t know karate?” when she tells them that the line is just plain wrong. Oh my – I’ll be sharing that with my hubby for sure.
The pasta looks really tasty! And kudos to you for prepping a healthy dinner after a road trip. I usually hit up Subway because cooking is the last thing I want to do.
Lindsay@LivingLindsay recently posted..Pumpkin Pie Pancakes
Haha! My favorite was the “Did you just fart?” line! If someone ever used that on me I’m pretty sure I would laugh in their face
Itty Bits of Balance recently posted..Home Delivery
Salmon… yum! Haven’t had that in a while. In fact, I’m not eating nearly as much meat at school as I did at home. Part of it is because my schedule doesn’t really put me in the dining center when it’s open, and part of it is because we haven’t bought much meat for the apartment. At least, not that we’ve really used. Chicken, mostly. I think there might be shrimp in the freezer, but we haven’t opened it that I can tell. Heh.
Definitely need snacks on a roadtrip, particularly those that last longer than two hours. Which my drive to/from school does. Music is good, too!
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I must have good snacks when I travel
glad you made it back safely!
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Starbucks! I love that place! I always get caramel macchiatos with skim milk (extra hot) on my drive back home. I wish they had almond milk in addition to soy. it would add such a great flavor profile to their drinks.
I’ve never thought about roasting broccoli, but I think I may have to give it a try!
That salad looks amazing by the way.
Brittany @ RunWithBritt recently posted..Marathon Training Week 11 Recap
I get the same Starbucks… minus the Truvia because I am not nearly as organized as you are:) I also download lots of podcasts to listen to. My boyfriend and I cracked up at the karate pick up line.
Lindsay@bikingbeforebed recently posted..Wine Fest and Cupcakes
loved the video! haha
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Good for you for making a healthy meal after a road trip. I bet the roasted tomatoes tasted devine with the salmon! I didn’t notice the speedometer. Funny.
cat @ cat’s belly fat cure recently posted..Sassy Sites Saturday
My default necessities are….snacks! And my ipod! Snacks + Ipod = bliss
Jess @ Jess Go Bananas recently posted..In A Nut Shell (GIVEAWAY!)
Good music, snacks and speaker phone are a must! I went to SMU for a year in Dallas. That was an 8 hour drive to New Orleans … yea. Haha. I’m glad I’m back home!
Please come over and make your dish for me? Thanks! See you soon!
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