Makes: 1 serving
Preparation: 10mns Total: 10mns Benefits: One of my favorite breakfast/snacks. Bursting with rich antioxidants that will boost your immunity. Ingredients: 1 cup fresh spinach 1 cup fresh kale 1/2 small banana 2 teaspoons cacao nibs 2 teaspoons Organic Acai berry powder 1/2 cup frozen berries Unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk Toppings: 1/2 small banana, sliced Freshly grated coconut 1/4 cup granola, optional Nuts, optional Directions:
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Preparation: 2mns Total: 15mns Benefits: This is the perfect balanced breakfast and one that will keep you full for hours! Avocado and egg pair so well, and the combination of healthy fats and protein will balance your blood sugar perfectly, keeping you full for longer. This is one of my favourite breakfasts and one of the best breakfasts you can have. Ingredients: 1 Avocado sliced in half, stone out. 2 organic eggs Himalayan pink salt and cracked black pepper to taste Chopped fresh chives (optional) Directions: 1. Pre-heat the oven to 220C or 425F. 2-Place the two avocado halves on a baking tray, and allow them to touch so they are well supported and don't rock on your baking tray. Spoon in the egg yolk slowly, followed by the egg white. 2- Season with salt and pepper. 3- Bake in pre-heated oven for 12mns for a soft egg and 15/17mns for eggs that are more well done. 4-Top with fresh chopped chives if desired and enjoy! Makes: 4-6 portions
Preparation: 10mns Total: 40mns Benefits: Asparagus is a very good source of fiber, folate, vitamins A, C, E and K, as well as chromium, a trace mineral that enhances the ability of insulin to transport glucose from the bloodstream into cells. Spinach is one of my favourite leafy vegetables and I always have some handy in my fridge. It is Nutritional Powerhouse and packs in lots of iron, Vitamin K, A, C and Calcium and is packed with powerful antioxidants. Ingredients: 350g asparagus spears, stalks chopped, woody ends removed. 3 shallots, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 large handfuls of spinach 700ml vegetable stock (fresh if possible) 1 tablespoon Coconut oil Olive oil for drizzling (optional) Himalayan pink salt and cracked black pepper Directions:
Tip: You can save some asparagus tips and put them into the soup before serving. Makes: 20 vine leaves
Preparation: 30mns Total: 1.5 hours Benefits: This recipe is usually made with rice but here is a version with fabulous Quinoa! Quinoa wins hands down when it comes to protein, fiber, and overall vitamin content. Vine leaves, whether freshly plucked from grapevines or bottled, can supply your body with a wide range of beneficial nutrients, from omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants to magnesium and calcium. This is a great recipe for enjoying the benefits of both. Ingredients: Stuffing 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves of garlic, minced 1 yellow onion, chopped 1/3 cup mint leaves, chopped 2 tablespoons dried dill juice of 1 lemon 1 cup mixed quinoa (white and brown), uncooked salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper to taste Grape Leaves 12 to 20 jarred grape leaves, thoroughly rinsed 2 tablespoons olive oil juice of 1 lemon 2 cups of water Directions:
Makes: 18 portions
Preparation: 10mns Total: 15mns Benefits: Who doesn't crave something sweet once in a while? Here is a guilt free recipe that will definitely hit the spot! Home made mars bars made with healthy raw nuts, dates and a little Maple syrup. Full of Omega 3's, full of nutrients and so delicious! Ingredients: Nougat layer: 1 cup cashews 1 cup almonds 3 TBSP 100% pure maple syrup 1/4 tsp salt 2 TBSP water Caramel Layer: 1 TBSP almond butter 8 fresh medjool dates, pitted 2 TBSP 100% pure maple syrup – add more/less depending on how sweet you like it 1 tsp pure vanilla extract 2 TBSP water Chocolate Coating: Dark Cooking Chocolate for dipping Directions:
Makes: 1 portion
Preparation: 5mns Total: 10mns Benefits: Traditional Lebanese Eggs and Sumac breakfast in clay pot, there is really nothing to this recipe and its extremely delicious. Eggs, contrary to what some people might believe, are very healthy for you. They contain amazing nutrients such as Choline that are vital for proper brain function. Eating eggs once or twice a week will add a lot of essential nutrients to your diet. Sumac is a spice made from the Sumac plant and the red dried crushed berries that grow on it. It adds a lovely mild lemon flavour to food, is full of amazing antioxidants and is just amazing with eggs! Ingredients: 2-3 eggs Sumac powder (1/2 teaspoon per egg) Garlic (optional) Salt and black pepper to taste Directions:
Makes: 10" Cake
Preparation: 45mns Total: 1.5 hours Benefits: Cakes are normally void of nutrition, being made of processed flour, sugar and fat. This cake on the other hand replaces those non-nutritious ingredients with power packed alternatives. Heart healthy olive oil and almond meal is used, sweet potatoes full of vitamin A, fibre and potassium, and mineral rich cocoa. Ingredients:
Chocolate Ganache:
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Source: The nutrition guru and the chef Makes: 2 cups approx
Preparation: 10mns Total: 60mns Benefits: This beetroot hummus is officially the best hummus we've ever tasted! Not only is it a striking colour, but it’s so flavourful and is a nice change from the usual chickpea hummus. Beets are packed with fiber, vitamins, minerals and unique plant derived antioxidants. These powerful nutrients help fight heart disease and certain cancers, especially colon cancer. Beets also act as detoxifiers on the liver, and have anti-inflammatory qualities. Ingredients:
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Makes: 1 Loaf
Preparation: 20 mns Total Time: 60 mns Benefits This is a gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free recipe for the entire family to enjoy. Coconut oil, which studies have shown can help our immune system fight viruses, is one of the ingredients that gives this cake a moist, rich texture. Sweetened with honey and a bit of vanilla stevia, this makes an excellent snack for the kids or a summer evening dessert with a cup of Iced herbal tea! Ingredients 1 ¼ cups blanched almond flour ¼ cup cacao powder ¼ teaspoon celtic sea salt ½ teaspoon baking soda 2 large eggs 2 tablespoons coconut oil 1/3 cup honey ¼ teaspoon vanilla stevia (or Vanilla sugar if Stevia is not available) ¾ cup zucchini, grated Directions
Source: Picture and Recipe from Elana's Pantry Makes: depends on how many bananas you use!
Preparation: 15 mns Total Time: 90 mns Benefits This is a delicious and healthy snack for adults and kids alike! Its extremely easy to make and will become a favorite in your household. The Banana and Peanut butter combination (carbs and protein) helps to slow down sugar release in the bloodstream, making it a good choice for keeping your blood sugar balanced. Bananas are full of potassium, unsweetened organic peanut butter is a great source of healthy fats and protein and the dark chocolate a great source of antioxidants. Ingredients Bananas Organic peanut or almond butter for spreading (make sure its unsweetened) Dark chocolate for dipping ** Directions
**If you're detoxing, please make sure the dark chocolate you use has no sugar or dairy in it. You can enjoy up to 2 pieces a day! |
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