A new take on spaghetti and lasagna, this dish combines the best of both worlds! There are several steps in this recipe, so it’s best for a Sunday dinner or when you’re trying to impress guests. Nosh away on this lasagna-like dish and you’ll forget how healthy it is because of its great texture!
Paleo Spaghetti Bake
1 lb Pork sausage ((clean))2 c Spaghetti squashes ((small, or 1 large one -you’ll need about 6of flesh))1 c yellow onion ((diced))3 tbsp garlic ((minced))28 oz Tomato sauce1 c Mushrooms3 Eggs ((whisked))1 tbsp Basil ((dried))1 tbsp Coconut oilSea salt and fresh cracked pepper ((to taste))Fresh chopped iceberg ...
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Savory Fig Salad
This delicious and seasonal salad packs a paleo punch, especially when you can pick the figs right off trees in your area! Take advantage of this healthy and delicious dish and turn a weeknight meal into something out of this world!
Savory Fig Salad
1 lb Fresh figs ((sliced into quarters))1 tbsp olive oil1 tsp Fresh rosemary ((chopped))Drizzle of honey
Clean and slice fresh figs. Set aside in a medium-sized mixing bowl.Toss fresh figs with olive oil and fresh rosemary, and drizzle with honey to taste.Refrigerate until chilled and transfer to plates.Serve chilled alongside grilled shrimp skewers, grilled fish, or chicken. ...
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Pumpkin Paleo Pancakes!
This Pumpkin Paleo Pancakes recipe is brought to you from Jenny Sansouci of Healthy Crush. Check our more of her great recipes and her best yoga mat recommendations here. Take it away Jenny!
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Happy Thanksgiving!
Pumpkin season is here, and we all know that one of the best things about fall is baking treats. When you’re following a paleo diet, you may think you can’t join in on the pumpkin festivities, which is pretty depressing. But worry not because it’s totally possible to make grain-free paleo pumpkin pancakes. It’s true. Trust me on this, it’s a winner -- I tested this recipe to perfection.
I got the idea for pumpkin ...
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Pineapple Cucumber Salsa
This refreshing salsa is great on top of grilled chicken or fish and works as a vinaigrette for topping spinach or spring green mix salads.
Pineapple Cucumber Salsa
2 c Pineapple ((finely diced))1 c ucumber (for less water (remove the seeds before dicing))Juice from 2 limes (about 2 tbsp)1/3 c fresh chopped cilantro1/3 c fresh chopped green onionSea salt and pepper (to taste)Fresh chopped jalapeño or habanero (seeds and stems removed (optional, for a little kick))
Dice pineapple and cucumber and place in a mixing bowl. Due to the nature of cucumbers, the finished product will contain a fair amount of juice. If you want to ...
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Mint Chip Freezer Bars
This easy no-bake recipe is so pretty and delicious that it’ll make it look like you spent hours slaving away in the kitchen! It’s great to store in the freezer for a quick and refreshing treat when you’re craving a little something sweet.
Mint Chip Freezer Bars
Mint1 Ripe avocado ((large))1/4 c Honey6 tbsp Coconut oil ((melted))1.5 c Unsweetened coconut flakes ((shredded))1/2 tsp Mint extractPinch of sea saltChocolate1/4 c Coconut oil ((melted))2 tbsp Honey1/4 c Dark cocoa powder ((unsweetened))1/2 tsp Mint extractPinch of sea salt
In a powerful blender or food processor, mix together all ingredients for the mint ...
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Cream Of Cauliflower & Chicken Soup
This delicious and hearty soup reminds me of the creamy wild rice chicken soup I had before I went paleo, but it’s light enough to enjoy year round, not just during the cold winter months. If you don’t have shredded chicken leftovers, consider using (clean) canned chicken to make this recipe a breeze!
Cream Of Cauliflower & Chicken Soup
1 bag Cauliflower ((frozen, about 3-4 c))3 tbsp Coconut oil ((melted))Sea salt ((to taste))4 c Leeks ((thinly sliced (white portion only)))3 tbsp garlic ((minced))3 c Mushrooms1 tsp Thyme ((dried, plus more for garnish))3 1/4 c Bone broth*2 c Coconut milk2 c Cooked ((shredded ...
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Broccoli Breakfast Soup
Take your breakfast smoothie routine to a new level with this Broccoli Breakfast Soup! Add a poached egg, some hot sauce, and your new favorite power breakfast will pack a serious punch! With egg and avocado protein, this will get your day started right!
Broccoli Breakfast Soup
1 bag Broccoli florets ((frozen))5 1/2 c Bone broth*1/2 c Onion ((diced))1 c Celery ((diced))3 tbsp garlic ((minced))1 tsp Tumeric1 tsp Ginger ((fresh grated))1 AvocadoCooking fatCayenne pepper
Melt your favorite cooking fat in a large soup pot and sauté onions, garlic, and celery on medium until translucent (about 3-5 minutes).Mix in turmeric and ...
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Cute Banana Custards
This fun and easy custard recipe is great for little ones who want to help out in the kitchen or who have a sweet tooth. Packed with egg protein and no sugar, these custards are a good substitute for other snacks.
Cute Banana Custards
2 Ripe bananas3 Eggs1 can Coconut milk1/2 tsp Vanilla extractFresh nutmeg ((for garnish))Water
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.Add bananas to a mixing bowl and mix well using a hand mixer until they are very creamy. Custards turn out best when there are no chunks in the mixture. It’s easiest to get the bananas creamy when they are mixed alone first.Once the bananas are creamy and ...
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Almond Butter Pumpkin Apple Eggs
I am sure you are wondering how I am going to pull this recipe off. I mean the four ingredients in the title are all delicious options… by themselves… But combining them? That’s just madness.
Well then, welcome to my mad world or, shall I say, kitchen? Either way, I oddly recall making this recipe this past fall while I was on my contest prep diet where I closely abided by a strict diet. Knowing my allotted macros and which ‘clean’ ingredients I could work with, I came up with this dish.
This is a very well-rounded breakfast that is packed with 20 grams of protein, 21g of carbs, and 7g of fat . It's yet another new way to eat your eggs. ...
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Everyday Protein Pancakes
You’ve probably heard me say it before (or seen it, since I type these posts) but breakfast is my favorite meal of the day. I could eat it for most meals and be happy as a clam. Now, if you make a breakfast food that takes only a few minutes to prepare and that is portable enough for me to eat with my hands or in the car or on the go, then watch out world, because I will be taking you over…once I've eaten my pancakes!
Protein pancakes are great to make in bulk because they keep their taste and composition very well when refrigerated or frozen. Prepped pancakes make my morning effortless and help me make healthy food ...
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