How To Make A Yogurt Bowl

You know those morning where you want something creamy, filling, delicious & quick to make? Introducing yogurt bowls! My new favorite breakfast when I’m short on time!

One thing I love about these bowls is how versatile they can be! From the different types of yogurt to various toppings, you can switch things up to whatever you’re feeling. Pictured below is a favorite: fall inspired apple bowl with cinnamon! So good! {You can also visit my Instagram for more bowl ideas}

 

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Dark Chocolate Brownies {Gluten, Flour & Bean Free}

I was on the hunt for a brownie. One that was extra chocolaty (is that a word?), free of refined sugar & flour and one that did not use black beans.  As much as I do love a good black bean brownie, I honestly didn’t want to have to mess with the blender! Inspired by this online recipe, I made a couple upgrades and was so happy with the results that I’m sharing it with you.

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Restaurant Style Salsa

I really like to make this salsa during the winter months or when tomatoes are not in season. By using canned tomatoes & adding the fresh ingredients, it creates a delicious “fresh” flavor.

I use my home canned tomatoes (tomatoes & salt) but you can pick some up from the grocery. You can adjust the amounts of tomato & cilantro to your liking.

(TIP: canning whole tomatoes is very easy. I just stuff the jars as full as I can, add 1/2-1 tsp pink salt and can.)

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Honey & Lime Fruit Salad

There is nothing quite as refreshing as a bowl of fresh fruit! This delightful combination leaves your taste buds happy and you tummy wanting more!

The key is to use all FRESH fruit. Be sure wash it first (get my produce wash recipe here), chop it into a big bowl, snitch a few pieces and smile at all the BEAUTIFUL colors!

Fruit is something we should all be consuming in our diet on a regular basis! There are so many options to choose from and each one has unique nutritional contents that nourish our bodies.

A few health benefits:
  • Kiwis: extremely high in Vitamin C.
  • Bananas: great source of potassium, which is used to maintain fluid and electrolyte balance in our bodies.
  • Blueberries: high antioxidant content, low sugar fruit and full of fiber which helps keep us “regular”.
  • Pineapples: reduces inflammation and helps fight cancer.
  • Grapes: can help with high blood pressure.
  • Strawberries: boosts brain function and immunity.

Inspired by an online recipe.

Roasted Buttered Salmon

This recipe is easy, delicious and very good for your body! Wild-caught salmon is one of the most nutritious foods on the planet!

Benefits of Salmon:
  • High in Protein: a 4 oz filet is approximately 23 grams of protein
  • Omega 3 fatty acids: a VERY IMPORTANT part of a healthy YOU. (Inflammation fighter, heart health, cancer prevention, brain health)

When buying salmon, look for Alaskan WILD CAUGHT. While farm raised salmon is fattier than wild caught, most of the time it can be full of poor quality omega 6 fatty acids instead of powerful anti-inflammatory omega 3’s.

Smooth Cool Tropical Delight “Ice Cream”

Looking for a cool, delicious summertime treat?!

This one is dairy free, reminds you of a tropical island and is so so refreshing!  I made this for guests one evening and it was a hit!

This dish contains NO ADDED sugar making it a great option for a snack or dessert or even a breakfast treat!

Bonus tip: add chia seeds and a handful of greens for extra health benefits! (However if you do add greens, it will loose the pretty color.)

*You can also freeze this in a container to eat later.

RECIPE UPDATE: I used strawberries in place of the pineapple and boy was it good!

Blueberry Baked Oatmeal {Gluten Free}

One of my favorite old time breakfast meals. A twist on the traditional bowl of oatmeal.

I have been loving oats lately. They are a great source of fiber, B vitamins, protein (5-7 grams in 1/2 cup) and antioxidants. Plus it is very filling. I get on my egg and smoothie kick and tend to forget about oatmeal which is a great breakfast choice. (Or a snack like these delicious cookies)

To make this DAIRY FREE:

  • replace butter with coconut oil, melted.
  • replace raw milk with your favorite dairy alternative: almond, cashew or coconut

*Use CERTIFIED GLUTEN FREE OATS to ensure your oats are gluten free. (Naturally oats are but they are usually processed in a facility with wheat which can result in cross contamination).

*Avoid using quick oats which are highly processed, loosing vitamins, fiber and minerals. Rolled oats are your best option here.

If you practice food combining, this recipe is still delicious without the blueberries. You can also add bananas as well.

Healthy Oatmeal Breakfast Muffins

Nutritious Oatmeal Muffins-Perfect to grab and go!

Who wants something nutritious AND delicious to grab as they are on their way out the door?! Whether you want to eat them for breakfast, or take them to a brunch, or snack on one in the afternoon, whatever your hearts desire may be: These muffins are a wonderful choice!

Rolled oats, ground flax & the applesauce provide an excellent source of fiber which is essential in keeping your digestive system moving. You can change up the flavor by adding different little things to your mixture. Chocolate anyone?

One of the more common things I hear with people is not having/making the time to eat breakfast. Having these in the refrigerator to grab and go is perfect!

Notes:

  • These muffins with coconut cream & blueberries on top are yummy!
  • Check your oats to make sure they are certified gluten free. Naturally oats are, but they usually are packaged in a facility that also processes wheat and can have some cross contamination.
  • Cinnamon sprinkled on top is absolutely delicious.
  • If you let these cool in the fridge overnight, they will be less likely to stick to the liner.
  • You can add a handful of chocolate chips as a treat. I like this brand.
  • I think you could add some protein powder in place of the oats but I have not personally tried this.