The season of the potluck picnic is officially upon us! If you've been looking for a flavor-packed, people-pleasing dish that's designed to be both delicious AND nutritious while helping to keep you aligned with your goals, you are in luck today. I've got your solution right here, and it's as easy as ABC - avocados, beans, and cloves of garlic, to be precise. :) Today's Avocado Bean Dip is gluten-free, dairy-free, easy to modify, easy to make, and even easier to eat! Additionally, it packs … [Read more...]
Roasted Red Pepper Pumpkin Hummus
I'm so excited to share this amazing hummus recipe with you from Week 1 of the 30 Day Challenge Meal Plan! You can use this versatile recipe as a pizza topping, a dip for veggies or crackers, a sandwich spread or just eat it with a spoon! Roasted Red Pepper Pumpkin Hummus Yield: 8 servings (1/4 cup each) You will need: food processor, can opener, silicone spatula, measuring cups and spoons 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup jarred roasted red peppers 1/4 cup canned … [Read more...]
Holy GuacaMOLE!
Holy Moly, Guacamole! Hey, do you like avocados? What do you want to dip in this bowl (besides your entire face!)? Here's what I dip in my guacamole: Sliced cucumber baked sweet potato discs sesame toast (Ezekial bread) Leave me a note and let me know your variations on this recipe - and what you like to dip in YOUR guac! GUACAMOLE ROCKER STYLE Yield: 8 servings You will need: mixing bowl, fork, knife, cutting board 3 avocados (medium ripe), mashed 1/2 small … [Read more...]
Sweet Potato Spread
Sweet potatoes are one of my favorite fibrous vegetables. You can do so many things with them.... Sweet Potato Pancakes Sweet Potato Tots, Sweet Potato Pie Sweet Potato Sliders - even Sweet Potato Chocolate Chunk Cookies! Some of the reasons I like including them (aside from their wonderful texture and flavor): A good source of fiber, important for blood sugar regulation, letting you know when you're full and a natural cleanser of the colon. Contain Vitamins A and C - to boost … [Read more...]
Paleo Macadamia Nut Pesto Omelette Rolls
This Macadamia Nut Pesto is quick and easy blend of delicious, buttery macadamia nuts, fresh basil and spicy garlic. It's great with any poultry dish, and you can even have it with your eggs like I did today, rolled up inside an omelette. Add a little avocado and/or fresh tomato for a beautiful, photo-worthy breakfast that's paleo AND vegetarian friendly! Paleo Macadamia Nut Pesto Rolls Yield: 1 serving You will need: food processor, cutting board, and knife 1 1/2 cups fresh basil (add … [Read more...]
