If you’ve never grilled fruit, you’re missing out big time! The high heat and hot grate caramelizes the fruit, making it sweeter, so you don’t even need dessert. A citrus flavored coconut cream makes it even more special. Top it off with fresh-picked mint for a delightful treat.
There are some tips and tricks for grilling fruit without charring it.
You can lightly brush the fruit with a light-tasting oil to help keep it from sticking to the grill. For best results, use fruits that are firm to the touch and barely ripe.
You can also play around with the fruit you use for this salad – apples, watermelon, pears, or pineapple would all ...
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Alkaline Water: Everything You Need to Know
Alkaline water - what the heck is it?
I’ll be honest...I’ve heard talk about this stuff. I’ve seen it in the store. But, before diving into the research for this article, I pretty much knew nothing about it. If you’ve found yourself in the same boat, I’d definitely encourage you to keep reading. I’m on a mission to answer all of your questions!
First things first…
What is alkaline water?
You may have to think back to your middle school science class to remember what exactly “alkaline” means. As you probably learned way back then, alkaline means that the pH of a solution is above 7 - which is to say that this solution is more “basic” ...
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Paleo French Toast
Paleo French Toast
French toast is an indulgent breakfast, but when made with Paleo ingredients, it can be healthy and nutritious. Top with fresh fruit instead of loads of maple syrup for a better breakfast the whole family is sure to love.
1 cup coconut milk3 eggs1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1/8 teaspoon grated nutmegZest of 1 orange1/2 teaspoon sea salt8 slices Paleo bread (use your favorite)Coconut oil (for cooking)Toppings of your choice: fresh fruit or preserves (pure maple syrup, coconut whipped cream)
Whisk the coconut milk, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, orange zest, and salt in a ...
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Raspberry Lemon Infused Water
As great as it is for you, I understand that some people think that plain water can get boring. There are many readers who reach out to us and request some ways to spice up their H2O.
This recipe will do just that. Raspberry lemon is one of the most beloved flavors. When the fresh fruit is added to filtered water, you get a light, refreshing way to add a little zing to your water routine.
If raspberry lemon isn’t your jam, you can experiment with any combination of flavors you’d like. Strawberry mint is one of my favorites.
You can drink as much of this fruity water as you want, as it’s got no sugar, carbs, or additives. If ...
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Must Watch: Food Documentaries on Netflix
Must Watch Food Documentaries on Netflix
So you’ve watched all the episodes of The Office, Parks and Rec, and you might have binged watched Stranger Things in a weekend.
(Oh, is that just me?)
Either way, if you’re on the hunt for something new to watch, I’ve got you covered. Here are some of my favorite food documentaries on Netflix.
Fed Up
This documentary played a major role in my decision to adopt a Paleo lifestyle. A 2014 documentary narrated by Katie Couric, Fed Up is described as “an examination of America's obesity epidemic and the food industry's role in aggravating it.”
Food Choices
The food we choose to eat ...
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Poppy Seed Summer Squash and Carrot Salad
One of the greatest benefits of summer is that there are so many fruits and vegetables that are in season and highly abundant. Just go to your local farmer’s or produce market and you’ll be delightfully surprised by all the produce you can get for awesome prices.
Or, if you’ve ever grown your own garden before, you likely know just how abundant certain vegetables can be. You’ve probably tried to pawn summer squash and tomatoes off on your friends and family just so they don’t go bad!
Luckily, this delicious recipe is one that helps you use up all that extra squash you may have. The combination of mellow summer squash, tart apple, ...
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Six Veggie Scramble
Six Veggie Scramble
Loaded with a variety of veggies, eggs, and crunchy seeds, this is a health nuts dream breakfast. It's the perfect breakfast when you need fuel for a long, busy day.
4 slices bacon (diced)1 small onion (diced)1 small bell pepper (diced)1/2 cup shredded Brussels sprouts1/2 cup shredded cabbage1 cup chopped spinach1/2 cup roasted and salted sunflower seeds6 eggs (beaten)10 cherry tomatoes (sliced)Sea salt and fresh ground pepper (to taste)
Cook the bacon in non-stick skillet until crisp. Remove with slotted spoon. Add the onions, peppers, Brussels sprouts, and cabbage and cook until softened. Add the spinach ...
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The Ultimate Paleo Guide to Butter
Can you eat butter on the Paleo diet? Cavemen didn't do that.
I’m going to be honest here - sometimes, the whole “eat as a caveman would…” does more harm than good. I’m not going to go into the specifics as to why that logic is flawed - Google can easily tell you that.
But, while eating as our ancestors did is a good guideline to follow, I think it can divert focus away from our ultimate goal which is eating for HEALTH.
The Big Question
One question that we get often is regarding butter.
Is butter technically Paleo? It is a dairy product, so no it’s not.
Did cavemen eat butter? Nope, they sure didn’t.
Regardless of this, though, we ...
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Rice: Is it Paleo?
Rice: Is it Paleo?
Is rice Paleo? So you know that grains are a no-go on the Paleo diet. Still have questions about that? Be sure to check out our guide on grains to familiarize yourself of the “why.”
But what about rice? Is that technically a grain? Can you eat rice while following a Paleo diet?
Rice is a grain
First things first. Rice is a grain. Plain and simple.
Again - read all about why grains are excluded on the Paleo diet if you don’t know the reasoning behind it or if you need a refresher.
Ok, now that we have that out of the way, we can get into the more nitty gritty. Even though it is a grain, more and more Paleo ...
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Balsamic Chicken Salad
Yes, you can still have a salad if you want to grill out — you just have to make sure what you’re grilling turns out great.
This is simple, healthy, delicious, and lets you take advantage of eating outdoors without overdoing it.
Grilling the chicken, marinated in a simple concoction of olive oil, tangy balsamic vinegar, and spicy Dijon mustard, ensures that the chicken is juicy and bursting with flavor.
Topping this delicious chicken on top of a simple salad takes the meal to a whole new level. If you have hesitant veggie eaters in your family, convince them to give this salad a shot. They won’t be ...
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