Ingredients 1 cup of sunflower seed kernels 1 cup of shelled pumpkin seeds 3/4 cup of chopped walnuts 3/4 cup of flax seeds 1/2 cup of sliced almonds 1/4 cup of chia seeds 3/4 cup of water 5 eggs 1/4 cup of melted coconut oil Instructions Mix all the nuts and seeds in a large…
Category: Sides
Grain Free Flatbread (4 variations!)
Base Ingredients 1/2 cup of chickpea flour (also known as garbonzo bean flour) 1/2 cup of tapioca starch 1 cup of full fat coconut milk 1 tablespoon of water 1/4 tablespoon of salt Cooking Instructions (same for all variations) Heat a small skillet on the stove over medium heat. Add a bit of olive oil…
Blackened Cod with Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
Ingredients for the blackened cod 2 cod fillets 2 tablespoons of avocado oil 2 tablespoons of paprika 1 tablespoon of salt 1/2 tablespoon of dried oregano 1/2 tablespoon of garlic powder 1/2 tablespoon of onion powder 1/2 tablespoon of cayenne 1 teaspoon of ground marjoram 1 teaspoon dried thyme Ingredients for the cauliflower rice 1…
Parmesan Roasted Acorn Squash
Ingredients 1 acorn squash 2 tablespoons of olive oil 1/4 cup of fresh shredded parmesan Salt and pepper Instructions Preheat the oven to 450F. Cut the acorn squash in half and scoop out the seeds. Thinly slice each half. In a large mixing bowl, mix the squash slices with olive oil and a dash of…
Shrimp Ceviche
Ingredients 1 pound of cooked shrimp, tails, legs, etc removed 4 tomatoes, squishy seed parts scooped out 1 large cucumber, peeled 1/2 of a red onion 2 avocados 1/2 cup of chopped fresh cilantro 2 jalapeños, seeds removed 1 tablespoon of minced garlic Juice of 1 lime 1 tablespoon of red wine vinegar Salt and…
Green Goddess Dressing/Dip
Ingredients 2 avocados (pits and skin removed) 2 large handfuls of fresh basil leaves 1 large handful of fresh chives 4 green onions (ends removed) 1/4 of a red onion 2 tablespoons of minced garlic 1 cup of fresh chopped parsley 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar Juice from 1 lemon 1 teaspoon of salt…
Tuscan Roasted Potatoes
Ingredients 12-15 small Yukon gold potatoes 2 tablespoons of minced garlic 1/4 cup of olive oil 2 tablespoons of fresh rosemary, chopped 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley, chopped 2 tablespoons of fresh thyme, chopped Salt and pepper to taste Instructions Preheat the oven to 400F. Place the herbs, garlic, and olive oil in a blender…
Balsamic Dijon Vinaigrette
It can be difficult to find truly healthy salad dressings that don’t contain any gluten, dairy, sugar, or preservatives. And some of the specialty ones that are free of these ingredients can get pretty expensive. I love this recipe because it’s super easy, inexpensive, and it makes enough for probably about a dozen salads, depending…
Avocado Salsa
I called this a salsa, but I can envision a wide variety of uses for this delightful green sauce. As a salad dressing, a dip for veggies, or, as I used it, a drizzle over tacos or dip for gluten free tortilla chips. It’s one of the most delicious salsas I’ve ever had – nobody…
Roasted Salsa Verde
Every once in a while, I’ll get a craving that won’t subside no matter how long I attempt to wait it out. This week, that craving was tacos. Since tacos are always boring without salsa, I decided to try to make my own (for the first time!) and it was probably the greatest decision I’ve…
Mashed Butternut Squash
Butternut squash has all kinds of health benefits, including a high concentration of potassium and vitamin B6, which supports the immune system and nervous system. I have a deep love for potatoes in all forms .This recipe is a less starchy (and more colorful) side dish that can be used to replace mashed potatoes and…
No-Bake Breakfast Bites
I make these all the time because they are perfect for a quick grab’n’go breakfast on busy mornings, and they also help settle sweets cravings if you have one or two for an afternoon snack. They are pretty much cookies, but with more protein and less sugar! Ingredients 1 cup of unsweetened shredded coconut 1…
Champagne for Breakfast 