Alyssa’s version of PUFFED QUINOA SQUARES! This is an amazing recipe to satisfy just about any sweet tooth. INGREDIENTS: 6 cups cooked quinoa (about 2 cups dry) 1/3 cup of coconut oil 1/3 cup raw honey 3/4 cup coconut sugar 1/4 cup of almond butter (or nut butter of choice) 2 Tablespoons cacoa 1 Teaspoon […]
Healthy Desserts, part 1
Apparently Friday night has turned into experiencing some new dessert recipes in my household. My household consists of two amazing little munchkins who just love to sit and watch me / beg for a snack while I’m baking. Tonight I decided to make my version of puffed quinoa squares. Since they had to freeze overnight […]
The 411 on Cruciferous Vegetables
Cruciferous Vegetables The cruciferous vegetable family consists of broccoli, rad ishes, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, kale, collard greens and arugula. These vegetables are packed with antioxidants which may help lower risk of certain cancers and coronary heart disease. They are rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K and folic acid. They are also […]
SUPERFOOD: APPLES
Superfood of the Month: APPLES “An Apple a Day Keeps the Doctor Away!” Don’t peel your apple! Apples are extremely rich in important antioxidants, flavanoids, and dietary fiber. Two-thirds of the fiber and a ton of antioxidants are found in the peel of an apple. Apples are a great source of the fiber pectin. One medium-sized apple contains […]
Summer Picnic Recipe Ideas
Its summer! Picnic season! Here is on of my favs from an article this morning. Perfect for a gluten-free, paleo diet if that’s your thing 🙂 Will post the article for other amazing recipes. Salmon Balls (Grain Free, Paleo) Author: Kelly from Primally Inspired Serves:2-3 Prep time:10 mins Cook time:20 mins Total time:30 mins […]