Clean Recipes • Nikki Kuban Minton

National Tortilla Chip Day!!

Nikki — Fri, 24 Feb 2023 21:30:00 +0000

National Tortilla Chip Day has arrived!! Tortilla chips are my favorite and a much better option when talking about snacks, but they also can be filled with salt, fats, and calories. If you want to enjoy snacking without all the guilt, you have to give this next recipe a try. Baked Tortilla Chips are not only simple to make, they are homemade with only 2 ingredients!! Honestly, they taste fresher and more delicious than any chip out of a bag. Let’s celebrate today with authentic, healthy, baked tortilla chips!!

Ingredients

15 corn tortillas cut into wedges

Nonstick cooking spray

1 tsp. Sea salt

Instructions

Heat oven to 375° F.
Lightly coat both sides of tortillas with spray. Arrange in a single layer on two baking sheets. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until crisp.
Sprinkle with salt.

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27 Healthy Valentine’s Day Treats with Chocolate

Nikki — Wed, 08 Feb 2023 21:30:35 +0000

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, so it’s time to show that special someone how much they mean to you. Flowers, cards, stuffed bears, chocolates, may be a few of the ways you shower your loved ones, but how about some homemade treats that are delicious and healthy? Below you will find 27 healthy Valentine’s Day treats for the chocolate lovers in your life. They are easy, homemade, and use all-natural ingredients. Surprise that special someone with one of these yummy treats and show them they are your one and only Valentine!! https://www.eatingwell.com/gallery/7877657/healthy-valentine-treats-with-chocolate/?slide=ba8e1ede-21c5-47a4-b008-e765e2679fd7#ba8e1ede-21c5-47a4-b008-e765e2679fd7

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National Croissant Day!!

Nikki — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 19:00:40 +0000

National Croissant day is here, so it’s time to break out the rolling pin and start this puff pastry gem. Croissants could be filled with unwanted calories, with lots of butter and sugar, but there are ways to cut down the fat by making your own. Check out the recipe below… with only 59 calories per croissant, you will be happy you didn’t pass this one up!!

https://www.foodnetwork.com/healthyeats/recipes/2012/05/make-your-own-croissants

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National Popcorn Day!

Nikki — Thu, 19 Jan 2023 19:00:00 +0000

It’s National Popcorn Day!! Popcorn is a long-time, favorite snack by many, especially kids. Popcorn is extremely versatile by adding many different flavorings, some healthier than others. If you are looking to spice up your plain popcorn, check out this next recipe below… 21 Day Fix Approved Cinnamon Spiced Popcorn. It’s an easy way to turn something ordinary into extraordinary while maintaining the popcorn taste and health status.

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Tropical Berry Smoothie Bowl

Nikki — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 16:30:00 +0000

Breakfast this morning is not only gorgeous, it is filled with so many flavors and textures!! Tropical Berry Smoothie Bowl “tastes like a sunny beach holiday” and is my new favorite. If you are looking for a fun, delicious, and healthy breakfast, check out the recipe below.

Ingredients

1 cup unsweetened coconut milk

1 cup ice

1 scoop Strawberry Shakeology

¼ cup frozen pineapple chunks

1 tsp. finely grated lemon peel

½ tsp. pure coconut extract

¼ large banana, sliced

¼ cup sliced strawberries

3 unsalted macadamia nuts, chopped

2 tsp. shredded coconut

1 tsp. chia seeds

Instructions

Place coconut milk, ice, Shakeology, pineapple, lemon peel, and extract in blender; cover. Blend until smooth.
Pour smoothie into a shallow bowl. Top with banana, strawberries, macadamia nuts, coconut, and chia seeds. Serve immediately.

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Chocolate Mint Smoothie

Nikki — Fri, 30 Sep 2022 20:00:00 +0000

It’s Friday… time to sit back and relax with “minty mocha goodness”!!! A great blended coffee drink with half the calories and 3 times the protein, Chocolate Mint Smoothie is a great meal on the go. Skip the coffee shop, and whip up this delicious smoothie in a matter of minutes!!

Ingredients

1 cup unsweetened almond milk

1 cup ice

1 scoop Cafe Latte Shakeology

2 Tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder

½ tsp. pure mint extract

Instructions

Place almond milk, ice, Shakeology, cocoa powder, and extract in blender; cover. Blend until smooth.

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Chicken and Cauliflower Fried Rice

Nikki — Tue, 20 Sep 2022 20:00:00 +0000

It’s National Fried Rice Day!! Unfortunately, fried rice can be filled with unhealthy fats and carbs. Today I’m trying an alternative recipe that still embodies the wonderful textures and flavors of fried rice but is a whole lot healthier. Chicken and Cauliflower Fried Rice is made with ground chicken, cauliflower, and various veggies of your choice. A healthier take on a favorite… I promise you won’t be disappointed!!

Chicken and Cauliflower Fried Rice

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National Walnut Day

Nikki — Tue, 17 May 2022 15:03:56 +0000

National Walnut Day equals all the healthy walnut recipes!! Walnuts have lots of health benefits but they are a calorie-dense food so how you incorporate them into your diet can be very important. Eatingwell.com has lots of delicious and healthy walnut recipes from breakfast to lunch to dinner and even dessert. Even enjoying them raw can be a great snack on the go.

https://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/19249/ingredients/nuts-seeds/walnuts/

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Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Makeover

Nikki — Mon, 16 May 2022 18:00:11 +0000

The weather is heating up so ice cream season is in full effect, although it never seemed to have left my house!! If you are an ice cream fan and mint chocolate chip is one of your favs, then you will want to check out this next recipe. This Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream is a healthier version made with all-natural ingredients, it’s 21 Day Fix approved, and still just as delicious!! “Mint chocolate chip ice cream gets a makeover that would make Popeye proud.”

Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

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Healthy Movie Night Meals

Nikki — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 20:00:06 +0000

One more day til the week is over, so it’s time to kick up your feet, unwind with a movie and a great but simple meal!! So choose your movie, and check out these 9 easy & delicious movie night meal ideas below.

9 Simple, Healthy Movie Night Meal Ideas

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