Recipes
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Easy Vegetable Quinoa Salad
My protein packed salad to go is always some variation of quinoa salad. It is light, healthy, and great for lunch, dinner or picnic. I like to cook quinoa in advance since it can be stored in a fridge for 2-3 days, or you can even freeze quinoa and defrost in just a minute in the microwave. Quinoa can be found in bulk bins or packed on the shelves. I always buy organic quinoa in bulk at Whole Foods Market. The most important benefit of quinoa is that it is a high source of protein, iron, magnesium, fiber. It has a mild nutty flavor and sort of crunchy texture. If…
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Sweet Potato Chickpea Vegan Burger
Lately, I’ve been wanting to create more healthy vegan recipes for my family. This one is a hit. Kids love them and my husband, too. It has a lot of steps to prepare everything, but I usually do this the night before. Yield: 8 small burgers (pictured) Ingredients: 1 medium sweet potato (baked) 1 cup chickpeas (cooked or canned) 1 Tbsp red onion (minced) 1 tsp fresh ginger (minced) 3 Tbsp rolled oats 1 tsp sea salt 1 tsp olive oil 1 tsp fresh turmeric (minced) ~ optional Instructions: I usually prepare chickpeas and sweet potato the night before. Start with cooking your chickpeas the night before and then just put…
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Blueberry Orange Smoothie Bowl
My family loves to drink smoothies! We drink at least one per day, and to be honest kids’ favorite is a banana smoothie. 🙂 I love it too, but I like to play with other fruits and make a different kind of smoothies like this one blueberry orange smoothie. Ingredients: 1 cup frozen blueberries 2 oranges 1/2 cup strawberries 1 tsp maca powder* 1 tsp acai powder* 1/4 cup ice (more or less depending on your preference) Blend all ingredients in a high-speed blender until smooth. Toppings: 1 kiwi 1 tsp coconut flakes 1 tsp bee pollen 1 tsp chia seeds Note: Measurements are a guide, but I usually grab…
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Chocolate Chia Breakfast Parfait
This is one of my favorite breakfasts! I love that I can prepare everything the night before and just throw everything together in the morning, so within a minute my breakfast is ready. Great for the kids too! Here is the recipe! Enjoy! Ingredients: 1/4 cup chia seeds 1 cup almond milk 1 tsp raw cacao powder 2 tsp raw honey fruit of your choice Instructions: 1 cup almond milk and 1/4 cup chia seeds whip with a fork. Add 2 tsp raw honey and 1 tsp cacao powder. Whip it again and let it rest for 10 minutes. Repeat this step. Whip again and refrigerate for few hours or overnight.…
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Simple Avocado Toast
Avocado toast is one of my favorite breakfasts. It is so easy to make and super filling that you will not feel hungry for hours! Ingredients: 1 ripe avocado 1/2 lemon Himalayan pink salt – to taste 2 slices of bread of your choice (I used homemade whole wheat bread) cherry tomatoes – cut in quarters Instructions: Toast whole wheat bread for few minutes. Peel avocado and mash it with a fork in a small plate. Add juice of 1/2 lemon. Add a pinch of Himalayan pink salt. Combine everything together and spread mixture on a slice of whole wheat toast. Slice cherry tomatoes in quarters and put them on top of the avocado toast. Possibilities…
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Dairy Free Buckwheat Crepes
We love to eat crepes! I make them at least once a week because my kids love them so much. I used to make white flour crepes and eat them with Nutella. It was super delicious but not so healthy. I switched to buckwheat crepes and we all love them. Now, this recipe has become a staple in my kitchen. Here is the recipe, enjoy! Ingredients: 1 cup buckwheat flour 1 1/4 cup water 1 egg 1/4 tsp sea salt 1/4 tsp baking soda coconut oil Instructions: Whisk in eggs, add water, salt, and baking soda. Slowly add buckwheat flour and whisk in all together. Heat 10-inch skillet over high…
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Easy Chickpeas – Garbanzo Beans Salad
Today I will share with you one of my favorite salads. It’s fresh and delicious and fantastic dinner or light lunch. This salad is very easy to make and its perfect for a picnic since it can be made a few hours ahead. I pack this salad in kids’ lunch boxes and they love it. The best lunch box that I use is this one. Perfect for adults too. Chickpeas are such a great staple to have in your diet. They have a high source of protein, fiber, and iron. I always use dried chickpeas, which I buy in bulk at Whole Foods Market. I love buying grains and seeds in…
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Basil Orange Banana Smoothie
I love basil, especially in smoothies and salads. Basil is one of the most versatile herbs with numerous health benefits. It is great anti-oxidant and has anti-bacterial properties So today’s post is going to be my favorite basil smoothie. Ingredients: 1.5 cup fresh squeezed orange juice 1/2 cup of ice cubes 1 small ripe banana 4-5 basil leaves Directions: Combine all of the ingredients in a high-speed blender, and blend until completely smooth. Enjoy! Note: You can totally skip banana and blend just orange juice with basil. That version is great as a juice for hot summer days. Don’t be afraid to customize the recipe to suit your own taste. Print…
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Turmeric Pollen Lemonade
I am going to start my first post with something that I drink every single morning before breakfast. It’s a good alternative to a coffee first thing in the morning. The refreshing lemonade with so many health benefits, perfect to start your day with. This lemonade is perfect for a little bit of everyday detox. Water with lemon creates an alkalizing effect in the body. It helps to maintain a higher level of pH. The higher the pH, the more your body is able to fight diseases. It cleanses the liver, blood and helps regulate natural bowel movement. Just to name a few health benefits. Turmeric is a wonderful herb that we should use…
