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Vegetable Lasagna

Nikki — Wed, 29 Jul 2020 15:00:41 +0000

It’s that time of the year again… gardens are starting to produce some great fruits and veggies!! I’ve started to explore some healthy recipes using fresh produce from my garden, and since today is National Lasagna Day, what better way to celebrate and use fresh garden vegetables than Vegetable Lasagna!! The recipe below is healthy, delicious, full of flavor, and only 242 calories per serving!! The vegetable selection for this recipe is your choice, so feel free to swap out ingredients. This lasagna is also a great option for meal prep or freezing leftovers for a later date!!

Vegetable Lasagna

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Spring Recipes Using Ramps

Nikki — Wed, 15 Apr 2020 20:00:59 +0000

Ramps can be used in a variety of ways. Their taste is between an onion and garlic so they add a nice flavor to any dish. Ramps are tasty raw, (top your favorite spring salad), or cooked, (grill and add to pizza). Ramps are only available for a short time in the spring so make sure to grab some and check out these recipes in the link below!!

https://www.foodnetwork.com/healthyeats/in-season/2013/05/in-season-ramps

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12 Delicious Ways to Eat Fiddlehead Ferns

Nikki — Thu, 09 Apr 2020 20:00:01 +0000

A springtime veggie that is a great addition to any dish and adds so much nutrition. Fiddlehead ferns have a similar taste to other green springtime veggies like asparagus. Check out the link below for 12 delicious ways to eat fiddlehead ferns… if you haven’t given fiddlehead ferns a thought before, try one of these recipes!!

https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/best-fiddlehead-recipes-for-spring/#!Fiddlehead-Tart-Recipe

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Apple Cinnamon Granola

Nikki — Wed, 08 Apr 2020 19:12:09 +0000

We all love some granola!! Whether it’s in your hot or cold cereal, an addition to your yogurt, or just a handful to munch on… granola is a crunchy, sweet treat. Store-bought can be very expensive and have some unhealthy ingredients added. Making your own granola is actually fairly simple and can be much healthier for you. Apple Cinnamon Granola is a recipe that includes fresh ingredients and “is like fall in a bowl”. The recipe can be changed to include your favorite granola ingredients.

Apple Cinnamon Granola

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Chocolate Hazelnut Smoothie Bowl

Nikki — Fri, 03 Apr 2020 20:30:42 +0000

A bowl of Nutella? Don’t mind if I do, but what about a healthy bowl of Nutella? Even better!! Chocolate Hazelnut Smoothie Bowl is a combination of Chocolate Shakeology, dark chocolate, creamy almond milk, and hazelnuts. It comes pretty close to tasting just like Nutella but with less sugar and higher protein. This makes this meal not only delicious but healthy for you!!

Ingredients

¾ cup unsweetened almond milk

1 scoop Chocolate Shakeology

2 Tbsp. chopped raw hazelnuts

1 cup ice

1 ½ tsp. sesame seeds

1 Tbsp. chopped dark chocolate

Instructions

Place almond milk, Shakeology, hazelnuts, and ice in blender; cover. Blend until smooth.
Place smoothie in a medium bowl. Top with coconut, sesame seeds, and chocolate; serve immediately.

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10 Chicory Recipes

Nikki — Thu, 02 Apr 2020 20:00:29 +0000

If you like chicory or would like to give it a try, check out the following link for 10 Chicory recipes. These recipes are surprisingly easy and a great addition to any dish. Chicory, also known as endive, is available all year long, but spring and summer are when it’s in season.

https://www.olivemagazine.com/recipes/vegetarian/best-chicory-recipes/

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2B Mindset Coco-Loco Wonder Whip

Nikki — Tue, 24 Mar 2020 20:00:00 +0000

Looking for something sweet? Instead of grabbing that quart of ice cream calling your name in the freezer, check out this 2B Mindset recipe that is super yummy!! Coco-Loco Wonder Whip is a healthier and cheaper alternative to ice cream. “Just mix creamy, tart Greek yogurt with cacao powder and cacao nibs — hello, chocolatey deliciousness — plus vanilla extract, shredded coconut, and a touch of maple syrup (or honey) for delicate sweetness.”

Ingredients

1 cup reduced-fat plain Greek yogurt

1 Tbsp. unsweetened shredded coconut

1 Tbsp. cacao nibs

2 tsp. pure cacao powder

1 tsp. pure vanilla extract

pure maple syrup

Instructions

Combine yogurt, coconut, cacao nibs, cacao powder, extract, and maple syrup (if desired) in a medium bowl; mix well.

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2B Mindset… Cheesy Egg White, Kale & Mushroom Pizza

Nikki — Tue, 17 Mar 2020 20:00:27 +0000

Pizza has always had a stigma attached to it as being an unhealthy food item because of the dough it’s made from. “What if I told you that you can enjoy a savory, delicious, and healthy pizza — without the crust?” If you love pizza, but would like to try some healthier options, the following recipe is perfect for you. 2B Mindset recipe Cheesy Egg White, Kale & Mushroom Pizza is fun to make and an easy recipe that everyone will enjoy. The crust is made with egg whites and the toppings can be changed according to your likings!! Enjoy

Ingredients

Nonstick cooking spray

4 large egg whites (½ cup)

¼ cup all-natural marinara sauce

2 Tbsp. shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

¼ cup cooked chopped kale

¼ cup cooked sliced mushrooms

Instructions

Heat small skillet, lightly coated with spray, over medium-high heat.
Add egg whites; do not stir. As eggs set, lift edges, letting uncooked portion flow underneath; cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until set.
Spread marinara sauce evenly on top of egg whites. Then top with cheese, kale (if desired), and mushrooms (if desired); cook, covered, for 1 to 2 minutes, or until cheese melts.
Cut into four slices; serve immediately

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Benefits of Eating Fish

Nikki — Thu, 12 Mar 2020 15:19:50 +0000

“Fish is one of those foods that people seem to either love or loathe.” So, do you love or loathe fish? There are so many different varieties, flavors, and textures of fish, that one might not like all types of fish. If you don’t eat seafood at all or haven’t found one you enjoy, you might want to rethink trying some more varieties. Fish have so many great health benefits and are a great source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids. Check out the following article on why nutrition experts recommend fish as part of your diet, and some types of fish that are best to eat.

The Benefits of Eating Fish

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Star Fruit Upside-Down Cake

Nikki — Wed, 11 Mar 2020 20:00:21 +0000

The next recipe is light and healthy and perfect for springtime!! Star fruit Upside-Down Cake has a lot of fall spices in it such as cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice, but by adding a tropical flavor like star fruit, it makes this cake a springtime favorite. Check out the recipe below… if you love apple cake, then you should give this fun twist a try!!

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchen/star-fruit-upside-down-cake-3363912

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