An energy bite if you will! As I was making these I realized that I can shape them into little Mickey Mouse faces so I call them “Mickey chocolate” Makes 16 Mickey balls (that doesn’t sound right) Ingredients 1 avocado 1 banana 1/2c chunky peanut butter 1/2c oats 1c cocoa (unsweetened) 1tsp vanilla Directions: You’ll […]
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Baked Tofu
Another way to make this simple protein! This one is versatile. If you make a batch of it I guarantee you can throw it into most of your dishes to add some extra lean protein all week! Serves 4 Ingredients: 1 block of firm tofu 1 tbsp good olive oil Salt Pepper Garlic Cornstarch Directions: […]
Beary Shake
“Beary shake” Because naming it after a BEAR (like Pooh Bear or Cornell Bear) is apparently more fun! Berries are rich in antioxidants and disease fighting vitamins. Along with that, it’s higher in fiber than most fruits which can help you feel fuller longer! Ingredients: 1c frozen berry mix (I like anything on sale, only […]
Honey Yogurt Oatmeal Shake
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 […]
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 […]