Are these salted honey strawberries with coconut whip meant for breakfast? A snack? A dessert? All three? Who knows?? Whatever time of the day you eat it, I guarantee you're going to devour it.
The is summertime simplicity at its best. With only five total ingredients, it doesn't get much simpler - or yummier - than this combination. Obviously, if berries are in season where you live, that's going to make this dish way better. But we can't all help the season we're in - and even with not-so-seasonal berries, this will still be delicious.
One trick to making this recipe the best is can be is to let the strawberries, salt, and honey ...
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Sesame Cucumber Salad
If you love easy, tasty salads, this is the recipe for you. To me, this sesame cucumber salad screams springtime.
Hopefully, wherever you are in the world, you're getting a little bit of sunshine and warmth with the changing seasons. Some days, the sun on my face, or sunbeams streaming through my window, is one of the best parts of my day.
Honestly, when 2020 rolled around, I don't think any of us thought this is where we'd be in the middle of April. For most, we've been quarantined in our houses for weeks.
I have fluctuated on a whole scale of emotions over the past month. Fear of the unknown, grief for the state of the world, ...
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Recipe Roundup: Paleo Appetizers
The holidays may be over, but that doesn’t mean gatherings with friends and families have to end. With the new year and many people trying to stick to their resolutions, now is the perfect time to try healthier versions of your favorite dishes - like these paleo appetizers!
Only 38% of those who have a new year’s resolution are still sticking to them. In order to beat the odds, you can try some alternatives of your favorite recipes with your loved ones.
That being said, we have come up with a list of our favorite paleo appetizers that are sure to be a hit at any party! Planning a Super Bowl party but don’t want to max out on fried ...
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Chili Roasted Cashews
Ready to spice things up in your life? These chili roasted cashews will most definitely do the trick.
Sure, regular raw almonds or cashews are great. Just pop a few in your mouth when you're feeling a bit hungry and you're good to go. They pack some healthy fats and a bit of protein. And it's easy as can be.
But let's all be honest for a second...sometimes, that can get a bit...bland.
I truly think the key to any sustainable nutrition approach is keeping things varied and exciting. I would venture a guess that no one - ever - wants to eat the same exact thing day after day after day for their whole entire lives.
So having a ...
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Curried Carrot Fries
You've heard of sweet potato fries, but have you ever had carrot fries?
If not, you're about to be pleasantly surprised!
Now, the sweet potato make a great replacement for white potatoes when it comes to fries. But the carrot is another way to spice it up even more.
Carrots are nutrient-packed which is another reason to find ways to get them into your diet. These veggies are loaded down with beto-carotene, vitamin K, and vitamin C.
If you're a fan of big flavor, these fries are right up your alley because we've put a little curry spin on them. And they couldn't be easier to make. All you need is an oven and a baking sheet. And ...
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Egg Salad Stuffed Avocado
I love recipe mashups. And this is definitely one of them. Whether you need a quick lunchtime recipe or a snack that will keep you full until dinner, this egg salad stuffed avocado will do the trick.
Egg salad is an easy, high protein recipe you can whip up. But if you're strict paleo, you've got to use the right kind of mayo. Traditional mayonnaise, like the Hellmann's you can find in the store, is far from having the best ingredients. In fact, its primary ingredient is soybean oil.
Since paleo stays away from all things soy, that is off the table. But don't worry, you can make your very own paleo mayo at home. And it's actually ...
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Olive Tapenade
This olive tapenade is perfect for anyone who loves olives. It's insanely simple but packed full of flavor thanks to salty olives, fresh garlic, capers, parsley, and lemon juice. And it's paleo AND keto-friendly!
Sounds pretty great, right?
Tapenade originally comes from southeastern France where it was traditionally eaten on top of bread or poultry.
Nowadays, you might find tapenade at your local French restaurant or maybe at a friend's house party. And as fancy as it seems, it really couldn't be easier.
All you need to do is throw the ingredients into a food processor and pulse a few times until you reach your desired ...
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Guacamole Deviled Eggs
Deviled eggs are the ultimate potluck food. I can't think of one family gathering that involved food that I've been to that hasn't included these delicacies. They're usually made by my grandma - and they are THE best.
But, unfortunately, for our paleo or dairy-free friends, deviled eggs are off the menu. Such a shame because they are so dang delicious, in my opinion.
Here's some good news for the day though - you don't have to miss out on deviled eggs if you follow this recipe.
Instead of using the egg yolk and mayo, this version uses creamy avocado and tomato and onion to spice it up. It's a little like a Mexican spin on the ...
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Coconut Creamed Cucumbers
These coconut creamed cucumbers are the easiest appetizer or snack. We get a lot of questions about snacks - and understandbly so. There are so many options out there that it can be overwhelming to know what is best to eat.
There are few things I look for when picking a snack - am I getting some sort of nutrition from it? Vitamins, minerals, fiber?
If I can incorporate veggies into it - even better. I think we can all agree that we all need to eat more vegetables. And veggie-filled snacks are an easy way to up our intake.
Is it going to keep my blood sugar stable? I want some sort of healthy fat or protein involved.
And that's ...
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Tuna Cucumber Bites
When it comes to parties, appetizers can start the shin-dig off in the right way. But here's the thing - I don't like to spend a whole lot of time on them. I'd rather spend that time deep cleaning, decorating, or putting some time into desserts (come on, you know that's my fav...)
So, I'm always on the hunt for super easy appetizers that I know my friends will love. I think these tuna cucumber bites hit both of those points pretty easily.
Protein-packed tuna and crunchy seedless cucumber makes a great combination. When you combine the tuna with onion, garlic, dill, and lemon, it really pops on the tastebuds.
When it comes to picking out a ...
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