It’s a full meal in a bottle! I personally like to eat my breakfast…however, I don’t always have the time. I also don’t always have the time to make my son a balanced breakfast in the morning before we rush off. This is something that saves the day! You can make this shake and it […]
Sweet PEDS Nutrition
Cranberry Apple Oat Muffins
It’s like an oatmeal cup. This is a GREAT toddler friendly recipe. It has only good nutrients inside but shaped like a muffin so it fools them into thinking it’s a treat! It’s great for on the go just nuke in the microwave. I make a batch of these and freeze them. Ingredients: 2 c […]
Hummus
Pine Nut Rice Pilaf
Great side, feels fancy. Half the calories (of course) Serves 6 Ingredients: 1c white or brown rice (white rice, long grain typically goes best here) 1/2 tbsp butter 1 yellow onion, chopped 1 3/4c vegetable or chicken broth 1/4c pine nuts or chopped almonds (toast in the oven for about 10 minutes until fragrant) 1 […]
Veggie Cake
BERRY Blast Smoothie
This smoothie is full of antioxidants and vitamin C. Sure to beat a cold you feel coming on! Ingredients: 2c frozen berry mix (blueberry, strawberry,raspberry) 1 banana 1/2c almond milk Directions: blend well! Nutrition facts: Calories: 220kcal Protein: 5g Carbs: 50g Fiber: 20g Nutrition tip: 20g of fiber is your whole days worth! I suggest […]
Pumpkin Dip
What GOES with this people say? Rice cakes, waffle chips, FRUIT. It’s amazingly delicious and NOT a terrible thing to binge on. Bring this to your next party and I bet everyone who says they HATE pumpkin (I don’t understand those people) will be converted. Ingredients: 1 1/2 c pure pumpkin (canned) 1, 12oz whipped […]
Fajita Night
When I make fajitas it’s a whole to do! Lots of condiments, veggies, protein by far one of my favorite meals! Are you making your fajita the right way?? Serves 4 Ingredients: 4, mission flour tortillas (about 140 calories each) 1lb fajita steak strips (or try it vegetarian style with my tofu recipe) 3 peppers […]
Zucchini Pasta Leftovers
Just a tip! Sometimes we order take out and wonder if it’s healthy. Most of the time it’s basically drowning in salt, sugar and fat! A great way to maximize your food and minimize your calories is to….ADD VEGETABLES! Here’s how to do it with pasta leftovers or throw this into your pasta and make […]