Coconog Smoothie

this replaces the traditional eggnog....I love it!!!

Ingredients

1/2 cup coconut milk
4 frozen banana chunks
1/2 cup plain organic yogurt, drained
pinch ground nutmeg
3 ice cubes

In a blender combine all ingredients. Secure lid and blend until smooth.

Enjoy!!

The Health Nut!!!

Berry Banana smoothie

Ingredients

3/4 cup pineapple juice
2 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
3 Tbsp. organic plain yogurt
12 organic strawberries
1 organic banana, out into chunks

In a blender, combine all ingredients. Secure lid and blend until smooth.

Enjoy!!

The Health Nut!!

Banana Almond Smoothie

Ingredients

1 cup homemade almond milk
3 Tbsps. chopped raw almonds
2 organic bananas, cut into chunks
pinch ground nutmeg

In a blender combine all ingredients. Secure lid and blend until smooth.

Enjoy!!

The Health Nut!!

Great tasting carrot muffins

In this muffin recipe, plain organic yogurt boost the calcium content, flaxseeds add the beneficial omega-3 fatty acids and fibre.

Ingredients

1/3 cup organic extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup sucanat (organic brown sugar)
2 organic eggs
1 cup plain organic yogurt
2 cups carrots (grated)
1 3/4 cup organic flour
1/3 cup ground flaxseeds
2 1/4 tsp. ground ginger
1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. sea salt
pinch ground cloves
2 tsp. flaxseeds

Preparation

-In large bowl, whisk oil with sugar; whish in eggs and yogurt. Stir in carrots.
-Whisk together 8 following ingredients. Stir into oil mixture just until well combined.
-Spoon into 12 paper-lined or greased muffin cups. Sprinkle with flaxseeds.
-Bake in a 350 degree oven until tops are firm to the touch, about 25 minutes.
-Transfer to rack; let cool.
-Store in air-tight container for up to three days

Enjoy!!

The Health Nut!!

Gluten-free fruity coconut muesli

This amazing natural cereal will help stabilize blood-sugar levels. Great with homemade almond or coconut milk. It is also packed with cholesterol-lowering flavonoids.

Directions

In a bowl combine 2 Tbsps. of organic unsweetened coconut flakes, 2 Tbsps. gluten-free rolled oats, 1/2 sliced organic apple,1/4 cup thawed frozen berries and 1/4 almond or coconut milk. You can top this with any raw nuts of your choice as well for extra protein....make it your own!!

Its really that easy...you can't go wrong with this dish...what a great way to start your day.

Enjoy!!

The Health Nut!!

Sweet potatoes surprise!!!

The sweet potatoes(known as a winter superfood) is one of the best ways to get more beta-carotene. The hearty but low-calorie root vegetable is great for weight loss as well.

Directions

Heat oven to 400 degrees

-Prick 2 small sweet potatoes with a fork, wrap in foil and bake until tender(about 1hour).
-Unwrap, cut in cubes,top with 1/4 cup chopped almonds, pecans, dash of cinnamon, dash of nutmeg and sea salt. Squeeze two orange wedges on top...

Yum is all I can say...very good with a beautiful Thanksgiving or Christmas meal...surprise your guests...they will talk about this for a long time...

Enjoy!!

The Health Nut!

Red cabbage, carrot and kale slaw

The vinaigrette dressing in this recipe may help lower cholesterol and blood-glucose levels.Hemp seeds deliver protein and healthy fats. This is a very tasty salad and is a great addition to any meal.

Ingredients

1 Tbsp. organic extra-virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
1 tsp. apple-cider vinegar
dash of sea salt and pepper
3 cups mixed kale and red cabbage (shredded)
1 carrot (peeled and julienned)
1/4 cup parsley leaves
2 Tbsp. red onion (diced)
2 Tbsp. each sunflower, pumpkin and hemp seeds

Preparation

Vinaigrette dressing; In a small bowl, whish olive oil, Dijon mustard, apple-cider vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.

Salad; In another bowl, combine the shredded kale and red cabbage, carrot, parsley leaves, red onion, sunflower, pumpkin, hemp seeds, season with salt and pepper.
*Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat.

Enjoy!!

The Health Nut!!

Power Packed Dates

This tastes way better than what it looks...Never judge a book by its cover right?
I promise that you will absolutely love this quick, energy, protein packed little treat. Very simple to make...
Here are the very easy steps...

Ingredients
12 medjool dates
1 cup raw pistachios (shells removed)
1/2 cup shredded organic coconut

Preparation

1. Pit all dates.
2. Place pistachios in food processor. Process for approximately 5 minutes until it is the consistency of butter.
3. Spread butter in date.
4. Top with shredded coconut.

Voila! A delicious, naturally sweetened dessert that your guests will surely appreciate.

In health!!!

The Health Nut!!