Pork and Noodles
Pork tenderloin is tender and juicy, and pairs perfectly with zucchini noodles for a healthy, guilt-free meal.
2 tablespoons sesame oil1 teaspoon grated ginger2 garlic cloves (minced)1/2 onion (diced)1 1 1/2 pound pork loin8 ounces baby carrots1 cup chicken broth1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar1 teaspoon sea salt2 large zucchini (cut into noodles)
Using the sauté setting on your Instant Pot, heat the sesame oil, and add the ginger, garlic, and onions. Cook for 5 minutes, until translucent.Add the remaining ingredients, except for the zucchini noodles, and close the pot lid. Set to cook for 15 minutes at high ...
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Paleo Almond Butter Cups
Paleo Almond Butter Cups
These easy snacks will satisfy any sweet tooth without the guilt. Put on a platter for a party or store in the freezer for a quick pick me up on a busy day.
1/2 cup natural almond butter1 tablespoon coconut oil1 tablespoon honey1 cup chopped dark chocolate (melted)Coarse sea salt
Put the almond butter, coconut, oil and honey in a food processor and process until smooth and creamy.Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners. Coat the bottoms of the cups with the chocolate, fill with almond butter mixture, and add more chocolate.Put the tin in the freezer until firm, about an hour. Store in the freezer. ...
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Pan Seared Chicken with Cauliflower Cream Sauce
Pan Seared Chicken with Cauliflower Cream Sauce
Succulent browned chicken gets a healthy, delicious boost of flavor from cauliflower cream sauce. It's rich, delicious, and comforting and the perfect meal after a long day.
Cauliflower Cream Sauce:2 tablespoons olive oil3 cloves garlic (minced)2 cups finely chopped cauliflower1 cup chicken broth (more or less depending on consistency)1/2 teaspoon sea salt1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk1 tablespoon lemon juicePan Seared Chicken:4 chicken breasts (pounded to an even thickness)2 tablespoons olive oilSea salt and black pepper (to taste)
To make the sauce, heat the oil and add the ...
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Tuna Hash with Dippy Egg
Tuna Hash with Dippy Egg
A quick cooked egg and no-cook protein combined with veggies makes a fast and nutritious breakfast. Feel free to sub salmon for the tuna to mix things up a bit.
2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)1 small onion (diced)1 small bell pepper (diced)1 clove garlic (minced)1 small sweet potato (grated)1 can tuna (drained)2 eggsSea salt and fresh ground pepper (to taste)
Heat half the oil in a heavy skillet. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic, and cook until soft. Add the sweet potato, and cook until softened. Stir in the tuna. Remove the mixture from the pan.Add the remaining oil and fry the eggs until the ...
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Chocolate Walnut Date Balls
These paleo chocolate walnut date balls are going to be a new favorite. Sometimes you just want something sweet. A candy bar is the last thing you want to reach for though.
These balls offer much more nutrition than your standard candy bar. Chewy, sweet dates add fiber and sweetness to these easy to make snacks. They make a great quick snack or perfect bite sized dessert when you want something sweet but don’t want to overdo it.
All you need to make these treats is a food processor and a refrigerator. Keep these balls in an airtight container in the fridge to have an easy grab-and-go snack throughout busy weeks.
Chocolate ...
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Cilantro Tuna Salad
Tuna salad is a classic lunch option. But the traditional recipe calls for mayonnaise – which isn’t always Paleo-friendly. (Looking for a Paleo mayo recipe – check out this recipe.)
You can forget the mayo and still have an awesome tuna salad option.
This alternative to traditional mayo based tuna salad will have you questioning all your previous choices when it comes to tuna. Eat this on celery or cucumber slices for the perfect high protein snack.
The spices, lime juice, and cilantro make this tuna salad stand above all the others. Mix up this easy recipe for your next lunch break.
Cilantro Tuna Salad
1 can good ...
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Paleo Trail Mix
Most people eat trail mix thinking that it’s a healthy choice. And it can be! But, it all depends on the ingredients. If you want to play a fun game, pick up a bag of trail mix at your local store and check out the ingredients list.
Chances are – if it’s just a standard brand – there’s some sketchy ingredients. Whether it’s unhealthy oils, sugar, or preservatives, these are things that we want to avoid when following the Paleo diet.
Thankfully, we don’t have to give up all trail mix. There are ways to make this popular snack choice much healthier and nourishing.
Peanuts and chocolate get an overhaul with this healthy, ...
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Lamb Veggie Stew
Lamb may not be a regular in your dinner rotation. For an easy way to get introduced to this protein source, this lamb veggie stew is a great option.
Tender lamb chunks are simmered with lots of veggies for a hearty, healthy meal that is perfect for when you want something comforting, but different.
Feel free to substitute in your favorite veggies in place of the veggies listed below. This stew is super versatile. Eat it for dinner and take the leftovers for lunch the next day!
Lamb Veggie Stew
2 tablespoons olive oil1 Onion (sliced)1 Carrot (sliced)1 Zucchini (sliced)1 Green pepper (sliced)1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1 ...
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Savory Grain Free Crackers
Paleo Savory Grain Free Crackers | One of the complaints we hear most about starting the Paleo diet is that crunchy snacks, like chips or crackers, are no longer allowed.
This isn’t true!
These savory grain-free crackers will fulfill your need for that crunch.
Nuts and seeds are combined with some herbs and spices for a crunchy Paleo snack you can enjoy without guilt. Eat with tuna or smoked salmon, or just eat plain for a quick energy boost. There’s seriously no wrong way to eat these crackers.
Savory Grain Free Crackers
1 cup raw almonds1/4 cup flax seeds1 cup Walnuts1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 teaspoon ...
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Creamy Cauliflower and Root Vegetable Soup
If you’re missing out on your favorite potato soup, put this recipe on your must try list. It’s creamy, flavorful, and delicious, and much better for you than the carb filled alternative. Top it with bacon for a savory salty crunch.
Creamy Cauliflower and Root Vegetable Soup
4 slices bacon (chopped)1 Onion (diced)2 cloves garlic (minced)2 cups Cauliflower florets2 parsnips (peeled and diced)2 turnips (peeled and diced)1 teaspoon Dried thyme6 cups Chicken broth1 tablespoon Lemon juiceSea salt and fresh ground pepper (to taste)
Cook the bacon in a large soup pot until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon. Add the onions, ...
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