PERFECT MORNING PICK ME UP!
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 Cups of Water
- Handful of Spinach
- 1/2 Avocado
- 1 Apple
- 1/2 Cucumber
INSTRUCTIONS:
Blend & GLOW!
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PERFECT MORNING PICK ME UP!
INGREDIENTS:
INSTRUCTIONS:
Blend & GLOW!
I LOVE fried rice! but sometimes I feel so heavy after eating it! So this time I switched out the white rice for cauliflower rice! This was super yummy!!! definitely recommend trying this!
INGREDIENTS:
INSTRUCTIONS:
Stir Fry and Eat! Save Basil and Almonds to Top at the End!
If you want to know how to make the cauliflower rice check video below
If you LOVE granola bars like me, you are definitely in for a TREAT! This are gluten free, and have no added sugars in them! SO TASTY!
INGREDIENTS:
1 1/4 Cup of Gluten Free Oats
1/3 Cup Chopped Dates
1/3 Cup of Chia + Hemp Seeds
1/2 Cup of Peanut Butter
2 Ripe Bananas
INSTRUCTIONS:
Peel and mash bananas
Add in peanut butter and rest of dried ingredients and mix throughly
Place into a baking pan with parchment paper and spread mixure onto pan
pre-heat oven at 350 and bake for 20-25min depending how crunchy you want!
Take out of oven and cool completely and cut
VIDEO RECIPE:
Whenever I am craving a heavy pasta carb dish, I use zucchini noodles! They are so yummy, and filling! This is one of my favorite easy recipes! Super simple, you'll need a spiralizer, trust me it will be the best investment you made for yourself!
INGREDIENTS:
1 Zucchini
1 Yellow Squash
2 Cups Favorite Pasta Marinara ( My homemade recipe below)
1/2 Cup Organic Non Gmo Corn
Bunch Chopped Basil
3/4 Cup Cherry Tomatos
DIRECTIONS:
Spiralize your zucchini & squash noodles, add rest of ingredients top with hemp seeds and ENJOY! :)
Charles' Tomato Marinara Sauce:
1 Cup Cherry Tomatoes
3-4 Soaked Sundried Tomatos
2 Tablespoon of Olive Oil ( Optional)
1 Tablespoon of Tomato Paste
1/2 Lemon Juice
Salt & Pepper to Taste
Spiralizers I Used:
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Want RADIANT beautiful skin? Try this epic JUICE it will have your skin GLOWING inside out! See below the benefits of TURMERIC, and why it's healthy for your SKIN.
Ingredients:
3 Carrots ( Beta Carotene)
1 Small Turmeric (Anti-Fungal)
1/2 Ginger (Anti-Inflammatory)
1 Lemon (Alkaline)
3 Orange (Vitamin C)
Directions:
JUICE & ENJOY!
Benefits of Turmeric
I grew up eating burgers, unfortunately they were the golden arches. But since then I have created the Ultimate Quinoa Burger that is packed filled with plant based protein, and veggies! I use sweet potatoes, quinoa and flax! See recipe below
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups cooked quinoa
2 tablespoons ground flax + 6 tablespoons water
1 cup destemmed and finely chopped kale
1/2 cup quinoa flour
1/2 cup cubed butternut squash or sweet potato
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
2 tablespoons finely diced onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon runny tahini paste
1 1/2 teaspoons herb de provence mix
1 1/2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon fine grain sea salt, or to taste
pinch of cayenne pepper ginger powder & cumin to taste
BASIL AVOCADO CREAM SAUCE
1/2 Avocado
1/2 Cup Coconut Milk
3/4 Cup Fresh Basil
2 Tsp Apple Cider Vinegar
1 Tablesppon of White Miso
Pinch of Salt & Cayenne
INSTRUCTIONS:
Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix the ground flax and water in a small bowl and set aside for 5 minutes or so to thicken.
Combine all ingredients together in a large bowl, including the flax mixture and the 1.5 cups cooked quinoa. Stir well until the mixture comes together. Don't forget the flour because it helps bind the patties.
Shape mixture into 1/4-cup patties with wet hands. Pack tightly so they hold together better. Place on baking sheet.
Bake for 15 minutes, then carefully flip cakes, and bake for another 8-10 minutes until golden and firm.
Cool for 5 minutes on the sheet and then enjoy!
Perfect Pre and Post Workout Meal! Feel satiated by Chia seeds and reap the benefits of anti-inflammatory Turmeric. This is a coconut milk base that keeps it super creamy and delicious
I had to urge to bake almond cookies for my friends so I decided to try a new recipe! Instead of using regular sweetner such as maple syrup I wanted to sweeten these with date paste! It turned out amazing, not to sweet and still nice and crunchy on the outside and cheewy on the inside YUMMY!
INGREDIENTS:
2 Cups Almond Flour ( Grinded Up Raw Almonds)
1 Cup Coconut Water
1/2 Cup Pitted Meedjol Dates (Soaked)
1 Tsp Cinnamon Powder
1 Tsp Vanilla Extract
1 Tbsp of Chia Seeds
Pinch of Sea Salt
INSTRUCTIONS:
Blend coconut water with pitted dates to create date paste, add in almond flour, chia seeds, seasoning, and create a nice dough. Preheat oven at 400 and bake for 15 mins! I topped mine with almond & coconut, feel free to use what you have! SHARE THIS RECIPE IF YOU ENJOYED! #NOMNOM I Recommend making more because these will run out quick ;)
I like to start my mornings with warm lemon water, this helps to flush out the body of toxins and alkalize our body after a night of detoxification. Not only is it super high in vitamin c, it can also help build up our immune system. A tip I also do during the colder seasons is to add some cayenne pepper to help break down mucus in the body. Also if you are worried about your teeth being sensitive you may also drink your lemon water with a straw to protect your teeth. I recommend half a lemon to two cups of water. Have you tried this?
I LOVE me a good HEARTY Taco! Especially when its filled with the GOOD stuff! This is a unique combination of BBQ FLAVORS and fried Artichokes! :) YUMMY just typing this out! eheheh
BBQ Black Bean Artichoke
2 14-ounce cans of artichoke hearts (half canned or fresh steamed and drained)
1/2 cup of black beans
1 tablespoon herb de provence
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup your favorite BBQ sauce
6 small gluten free tortillas
Make BBQ Slaw according to the recipe and set aside in the fridge. Next, your pan/grill to high . Drain artichokes and place into a large bowl. Add the dry rub, vinegar, and olive oil. Toss to coat. Grill artichokes for 6 minutes on both sides or until well-marked by the grill grates. Toss with the BBQ sauce & cooked black beans. Serve on tortillas with plenty of BBQ slaw. Makes 6 tacos. (Serves 2 to 4 people.)
BBQ Mango Salsa Slaw
Toss cabbage, tahini, carrots, mango salsa and BBQ Sauce until well incorporated. Add salt and pepper to taste. (Makes about 2 1/2 cups.)
Coconut Basil Sour Cream
1/2 cup of coconut yogurt (unsweetend)
1 whole lime juice
pinch of sea salt
handful of basil
drizzle maple syrup
BLEND & ENJOY!
Perfect Simple Japanese Tofu Salad for a Light Snack or Meal! Cooling for the body, and easy to digest, your body will thank you for eating this meal! :)
INGREDIENTS:
3/4 Cup Cucumbers
3/4 Cup Shredded Carrots
1 Cup Organic Tofu Non Gmo
Handful of Nori Shredded
Pinch of Cayenne
Handful of Bonito Flakes
3/4 Cup Wild Asian Mushrooms
2 Tablespoon of Gluten Free Tamari
1 Teaspoon of Roasted Sesame Oil
Sprinkle of Sesame Seeds
INSTRUCTIONS:
Assemble, Top with favorite topping, and ENJOY!
I love love LOVE Matcha! it helps me with mental clarity, energy, and focus! I'll show you how to make MATCHA cashew milk with only 5 ingredients
INGREDIENTS:
1-2 Tablespoon of Matcha Powder
2 Cups of Spring Water
Pinch of Cinnamon Powder
2 Bananas
1/2 Cup of Raw Cashews
OPTIONAL: 1 Tsp of Stevia, Coconut Nectar or Maple Syrup
INSTRUCTIONS:
Blend & ENJOY!
WHAT EXACTLY IS MATCHA?
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I am here visiting Asia. Here are some fun finds I found at Taiwan's Night Market Food Scene! :)
Penis Pastry Puffs with Cream Filling OMG! :P
Soup dumplings are always YUMMY!
These are Seafood Pancakes, Super Delicious
Beef Stew Noodles!
THESE are perfect appetizers to prep your meal with your guests! Let me know how you like them!
INGREDIENTS
Almond Butter Sauce:
INSTRUCTIONS
COCONUT MACAROON:
CHOCOLATE SAUCE:
Instructions
It's that time of the year when the weather is getting a bit cooler, and our bodies are craving a mean hearty dish. This coconut curry I promise will hit the spot! And its super easy and delicious, filled with veggies and super anti-inflammatory ingredients. Will help you feel strong, and fight the winter flu. ENJOY
INGREDIENTS:
1 small onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup broccoli florets (or green bell pepper), diced
1/2 cup diced bell peppers
1/2 cup butternut squash
1/4 cup diced mushrooms
1/3 cup frozen vegetables
1/2 lemon juice
pinch cayenne or 1 dried red chili, diced (optional for heat)
1 cup of veggie pea protein (optional)
1 cup veggie stock
1/2 cup of tomato sauce
Sea salt and black pepper
INSTRUCTIONS:
If serving with coconut quinoa, begin by washing thoroughly in a fine mesh strainer. Add to a medium saucepan over medium heat and toast for 3 minutes. Add 1 can light coconut milk and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is light, fluffy and the liquid is absorbed. Set aside until serving.In a heated large saucepan or pot to medium heat and add 1 Tbsp coconut oil. Add the onion, garlic, ginger, carrot, broccoli and a pinch each salt and pepper and stir. Cook, stirring frequently, until softened – about 5 minutes.
Add curry powder, cayenne (or chili pepper), veggie stock, coconut milk, another healthy pinch of salt and stir. Bring to a simmer then reduce heat slightly and continue cooking for 10-15 minutes.
Add the pea protein and tomatoes in the last 5 minutes so they don’t overcook.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. I added another pinch or two of salt.
Serve over coconut quinoa ENJOY!
This is one of my all time favorite desserts! Not only is it so tasty, its filling, and hits the spot! Must Try!
Pumpkin Spice Chia Pudding
This is a YUMMY recipe you can share with family during the holidays! Sweet potatoes are filled with Vitamin A fantastic for skin health!
Pie Crust
INGREDIENTS:
1 cup almond meal
1 cup shredded coconut
1 cup pecans
1 cup pitted meedjol dates
1/2 cup + 1 tablespoon cacao powder
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla bean powder
1 teaspoon water
1/8 teaspoon himalayan salt
Grind the almonds and coconut in a food processor into crumbs. Add the rest of ingredients and process until they're all ground down and the mixture forms a dough. Press into an pie pan. Set aside.
Sweet Potato Frosting
1 1/2 cups packed, diced sweet potato
1/2 cup dates, soaked in 1/2 cup warm water for 30-60 mins
1/4 cup soak water
2 1/4 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup melted coconut oil
Blend all but the coconut oil until completely smooth in a high speed blender. Add the oil and blend again. Spread over the brownies. Chill in the fridge for 6-8 hours.
Caramel Chocolate Drizzle
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 tablespoons raw cashew butter
1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon cacao powder
1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
Whisk all ingredients together in a pipping bag. Drizzle over the chilled pie.