What You Will Need For This Recipe:

Apple

Coconut Oil

Cinnamon

Almond flour 

Maple syrup 

Coconut oil 

Coconut sugar

Other Healthy Recipes To Make:

Healthy S’mores Cookies

One of my all time favorite cookie recipes ever. The perfect texture with this soft, chewy cookie mixed with the gooey marshmallows + chocolate chips. Sounds pretty perfect, right? This dessert will be on repeat this fall because s’mores = fall in my book! Not that these wouldn’t be delicious anytime of year but they especially hit the spot during these cooler nights.

Healthy Gingerbread Oatmeal Cookies

These healthy gingerbread oatmeal cookies are easy to make and absolutely delicious! The perfect way to start the day during the winter months. The flavor is delicious and they have the perfect amount of gingerbread flavor! Not overpowering but just enough to make you feel like you’re in a winter wonderland. Okay, maybe that’s a stretch but they’re ready in less than 20 minutes and perfect for on the go!

Pumpkin Pecan French Toast Bake

My hands down, end-all-be-all favorite breakfast food has always been french toast. My stepdad would make it for me on the weekends growing up and I think that plays into it beyond how AMAZING it is haha. There’s something about the food we ate growing up that connects us to memories + feelings of home. So this pumpkin pecan french toast bake not only tastes amazing but also brings back all the memories for me. But it’s way easier than the traditional french toast + a little healthier too.

Gluten Free and Paleo Cinnamon Sugar Pancakes

Cinnamon Sugar Pancakes! A dream come true for any cinnamon roll lovers! These pancakes are gluten free, paleo, and just so tasty. I topped mine with melted coconut butter and oh. my. gosh. was it good!!! We are so obsessed with these and I love to make a big batch and freeze some of them! They reheat well if you pop them in the toaster.

Single Serving Apple Crisp

Paleo & Vegan Single Serving Apple Crisp. If you need an easy dessert, this is a good one! Just so cozy and feels like fall in a mug,

Prep Time

5 Minutes

Cook Time

10 Minutes

Serves

1

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Ingredients

1 apple 

½ tbsp coconut oil 

½ tsp cinnamon 

Crumble topping: 

2 tbsp almond flour 

1 tsp maple syrup 

1 tsp coconut oil 

1 tsp coconut sugar

Method

 Preheat oven to 350F

Heat a skillet over low medium heat. 

Dice 1 apple and add to a skillet with a little coconut oil + cinnamon. Sauté until soft, about 3-4 minutes. 

Grease a small ramekin or baking dish, add the apples to it. 

In a small bowl, mix together the crumble: 

2 tbsp almond flour 

1 tsp maple syrup 

1 tsp coconut oil 

1 tsp coconut sugar* optional but I wanted mine to taste sweeter like a dessert. 

Mix the crumble ingredients together then sprinkle over the sautéed apples. 

Bake for 10-12 minutes at 350. 

Enjoy!

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What You Need For This Recipe:

ground beef

coconut aminos

salt and pepper

paleo

mayo

ketchup 

Dijon mustard 

garlic 

jalapeño relish

apple cider vinegar 

Salt & pepper 

Other Healthy Recipes:

Spicy Chickpea Salad

This Greek inspired spicy chickpea salad is the easiest healthy meal! Ready in less than 10 minutes plus it requires no cooking and no reheating. Lots of veggies and protein in this meal! I love to make this for lunch because it’s so low maintenance.

Meal Prep Sesame Chickpeas with Almond Butter Sauce

These sesame chickpeas with almond butter sauce are one of my favorite vegan recipes. It’s great to meal prep or just great to make for dinner. It doesn’t take too long so it’s a perfect weeknight dinner! I love using this almond butter sauce on other recipes too.

20 Minute Chicken Caprese Skillet

This 20 minute chicken caprese skillet is delicious and so easy to make. It requires minimal time and minimal ingredients. Chicken breasts, mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, basil, and garlic. I made this after having chicken caprese this past weekend and needed an at home version. I love taking recipes and making them simple and easy .This meal feels fancy but isn’t difficult to make at all!

Air Fryer Honey Sriracha Salmon

One of my favorite recipes and it only takes 15 minutes to make! I absolutely love this air fryer with honey sriracha salmon. It is perfect paired with cauliflower rice or regular rice. It has an avocado pineapple salsa on top that is versatile so save that recipe to use on a bunch of other recipes! You will want to make this salmon once a week. Not only is it so tasty, you don’t have to turn on your oven.

Paleo and Gluten Free Burger Bowls

Paleo and gluten free burger bowls

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Ingredients

Beef:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 tbsp coconut aminos (or soy sauce)
• Salt & pepper

Sweet potato chips:

• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt & pepper

Burger Sauce:

• 1/2 cup paleo mayo
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp garlic
• 1 tbsp jalapeño relish
• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
• Salt & pepper
• 1/2 tsp chili powder

Method

Beef:
Cook in a skillet over medium heat until browned. I patted the grease off afterwards.
Sweet potato chips:
Cut the sweet potatoes into chips , add the oil, salt, & pepper.
Air fryer at 400f for 12-14 minutes (start with these)
Burger Sauce:
Mix together all of the ingredients in a bowl

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What You Need For This Recipe:

Eggs Avocados Red pepper flakes Garlic powder Lemon juice Parsley

Storage Tips:

You can add a little lime or lemon juice on top of this avocado egg salad to keep it from browning. It will brown over a few days but it’s still okay to eat! If it’s just you eating it, I wouldn’t worry too much about it turning brown. It’s natural and normal! Store in an airtight container in the fridge.

What to Pair with it:

I paired mine with sourdough and hot honey. This is a great side dish but I love making sandwiches and wraps with it for lunch! Or on top of a piece of toast for a healthy snack.

Other Healthy Recipes:

Easy Gluten Free Pasta Bake

This easy gluten free pasta bake is so easy to make and it makes a TON! Leftovers for dayssss. This is a great meal prep option for this reason! Or a great dinner for a weeknight because it is pretty simple. Loaded with chicken, spinach, mushrooms, onions, and lots of cheese! Of course, you can add as much or as little cheese as you want to! Vegan Tortellini Pasta Salad Meal Prep

This vegan tortellini pasta salad meal prep is another easy and healthy lunch recipe. Or dinner. Or even a side dish! It works for so many different meals. The flavors are so summery which I love because I’m hanging onto summer for as long as possible, anyone else? Air Fryer Pizza Grilled Cheese

This air fryer pizza grilled cheese is ready in 10 minutes and is drool worthy! This sandwich is crispy and perfect to dip in some marinara sauce. I mean, sandwiches are amazing and so is pizza so why not combine them into one?! I made this in the air fryer but you could make it in the skillet as well! I used pepperoni and cheese but I need to start experimenting with other pizza flavors- maybe a margherita style?! Or a pesto pizza combo. The possibilities are endless here! Easy Gluten Free Pasta Salad

I love this easy gluten free pasta salad recipe because it’s loaded with vegetables and really simple to make. All you have to do is boil some pasta and chop your veggies, that’s it! I like simple recipes in the summer because who wants to spend hours in the kitchen when it’s so hot? No thank you. This recipe doesn’t require you to turn your oven on either which is nice.

Avocado Egg Salad

Avocado Egg Salad (paleo, gluten free, healthy). A healthy meal prep lunch idea or side dish. Mayo Free! #healthyrecipes #healthylunch #lunchrecipes #paleo #healthyrecipes #mealprep #eggsalad #healthy #eggsalad

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Ingredients

• 6 hard boiled eggs
• 3 small avocados or 2 large avocados
• 1 tsp garlic
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp parsley
• 1/2–1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• Salt and pepper to taste*

Method

1. Boil the eggs for 10-12 minutes
2. Peel
3. Add to a bowl
4. Add the avocado and spices
5. Mash the eggs and avocado and mix together
6. Eat as a side dish or turn it into a sandwich!

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What is nutritional yeast?

I use nutritional yeast in this recipe which gives them brussels sprouts a slight cheesy flavor. It’s a great vegan substitute for parmesan cheese. It’s a great source of vitamins, minerals, and high-quality protein! I love adding it to veggies and sauces.

Other Healthy Recipes:

Air Fryer Honey Sriracha Salmon

One of my favorite recipes and it only takes 15 minutes to make! I absolutely love this air fryer with honey sriracha salmon. It is perfect paired with cauliflower rice or regular rice. It has an avocado pineapple salsa on top that is versatile so save that recipe to use on a bunch of other recipes this summer! You will want to make this salmon once a week. Not only is it so tasty, you don’t have to turn on your oven.

Thai Chicken Curry Soup

Soup can get a little boring sometimes, especially if you’re in the rut of making the same soup all the time. . This one is anything but boring! Packed with spices and loaded with flavor. Plus it’s a healthy Instant Pot soup which means it’s easy to make and easy to clean up.

Vegan Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats

These vegan taco stuffed zucchini boats are ready in under 30 minutes and made with only 5 ingredients! You can add whatever toppings you want, I did avocado and vegan feta cheese. I’m not vegan personally but we do meatless mondays over here so I like coming up with vegan recipes. This recipe is the perfect easy dinner for a meatless monday or any night of the week. Hope you enjoy these vegan taco stuffed zucchini boats. If you try these, make sure you leave a review and any substitutions you made!

Easy Gluten Free Pasta Salad

I love this easy gluten free pasta salad recipe because it’s loaded with vegetables and really simple to make. All you have to do is boil some pasta and chop your veggies, that’s it! I like simple recipes in the summer because who wants to spend hours in the kitchen when it’s so hot? No thank you. This recipe doesn’t require you to turn your oven on either which is nice.

Buffalo Brussels Sprouts

Buffalo Brussels Sprouts (paleo, vegan). Healthy and delicious plant based side dish that is slightly spicy. #vegan #brusselsprouts #vegansidedish #glutenfreesidedish #glutenfreerecipes #paleorecipes #buffaloveggies

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Ingredients

• 1 lb brussel sprouts
• 1/4 cup hot sauce
• 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
• 1 tbsp oil of choice
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Sprinkle of salt and pepper.

Method

1. cut the brussels in halves or thirds and add to a bowl.
2. Then add the oil + spices + hot sauce + nutritional yeast and mix well, coating all the brussel sprouts
3. Grease a baking sheet and add them to it.
4.  Bake for 30-35 minutes at 400F, flipping halfway through.
5.  Enjoy! Pair with some grilled chicken or salmon or just eat by themselves!

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Salmon is probably my favorite protein to make for a meal. It feels like a no fail which I never would have said back when I first started cooking. Cooking fish was so intimidating to me. Now, cooking salmon in the air fryer is my go to! It doesn’t take long and it gets sooo crispy on the outside.

What Air Fryer I Use:

I use the Ninja Air Fryer Foodie Oven. I’ve had it for years and it still works so well! I use it as a toaster, broiler, and so many other things. It’s pricey but really is great.

Other Healthy Recipes:

Healthy 30 Minute Strawberry Jalapeño Chicken

This strawberry jalapeño chicken is the best easy and healthy summer meal. The chicken has a cilantro lime marinade and is topped with an easy strawberry jalapeno salsa. I have been dreaming up so many strawberry jalapeño dishes lately. Why? Because Trader Joe’s come out with some new strawberry jalapeño chips and it has me obsessed with that flavor combo! I feel like that always happens to me, I discover something new at Trader Joe’s and get inspired. Salmon Salad with Green Goddess Dressing

This salmon salad with green goddess dressing is a 15 minute meal that is so tasty! You don’t need much time or many ingredients to make this meal. Also who says you have to just make it a salad?! Make the salmon and the dressing to throw in a wrap, sandwich, etc. The possibilities are endless! I like that this dressing is oil free, it feels a little lighter for summer! Vegan and Gluten Free Caesar Pasta Salad

This vegan and gluten free caesar pasta salad is the perfect healthy side dish! I can’t wait to bring this to a bbq this summer! It’s so tasty, people won’t even know that it’s vegan and gluten free. Packed with fiber, nutrients, and flavor. You can use any caesar dressing but I like to make an extra creamy, homemade version. The recipe is below! Honey Mustard Chicken Salad

This honey mustard chicken salad is a delicious salad for spring and summer. This recipe makes enough for 4-5 salads so it is a great meal prep option for the week too! I marinated the chicken breasts in the same recipe as the dressing. Keeps things super simple and minimizes the amount of ingredients you need for the recipe.

Air Fryer Honey Sriracha Salmon

Air Fryer Honey Sriracha Salmon. An easy 15 minute dinner that is healthy and perfect for summer. Delicious and simple dinner.

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Ingredients

Air Fryer Honey Sriracha Salmon:

• 1 lb Salmon
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tbsp sriracha
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• pink himalayan salt
• Olive Oil

Pineapple Avocado Salsa:

• 1 cup pineapple
• 1 avocado
• 1/4 cup red onion
• Juice of 1 lime
• 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• Sprinkle of salt

Method

Salmon Instructions: 

1. In a small bowl, mix together honey, sriracha, garlic, and salt.
2. In a large, shallow bowl, add the salmon. Brush the honey mixture on top. Let the salmon marinate in the mixture for 30 minutes.
3. Preheat air fryer to 400F.
4. Grease the air fryer basket if needed (depends on the air fryer) with olive oil.
5. Add the salmon to the basket, skin side down. Air fry for 12 minutes.

Instructions for pineapple salsa:

1. Chop the pineapple, avocado, red onion.
2. Add to a bowl and then add the lime juice and seasoning.

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Strawberry Jalapeno Salsa:

This strawberry jalapeño salsa is made with strawberries, jalapeños, avocado, cilantro, lime juice, and some spices. It’s so easy to make! I’m going to be using this salsa on recipes for the new few weeks because I feel like it will go so well with chips, on top of toast, on other protein sources too.

How To Cook The Chicken:

I cooked the chicken in the skillet but it’s also great to make on the grill. So if you’re looking for a way to switch up your bbq, this is a great recipe! Hope you enjoy this healthy 30 minute strawberry jalapeño chicken!

Other Healthy Dinner Recipes:

Salmon Salad with Green Goddess Dressing

This Salmon Salad with Green Goddess Dressing is a healthy and easy dinner idea. A 30 minute summer dinner or lunch recipe! If you need an easy dinner recipe packed with veggies, this is a great option.

Honey Mustard Chicken Salad

Another salad recipe that is great during the summer but honestly year round! I love honey mustard anything so this salad always hits the spot.

Watermelon Fries With Yogurt Dip

Watermelon Fries with Honey Lime Yogurt Dip. A 3 ingredient yogurt dip that pairs so well with watermelon. The best healthy and easy summer snack.

Vegan Buffalo “chicken” dip

If you need an easy recipe to bring to a party, this is the one! It’s so good and pretty simple to make. Another great healthy vegan recipe too.

Healthy 30 Minute Strawberry Jalapeño Chicken

Strawberry Jalapeno Chicken (healthy easy dinner). An easy 30 minute dinner that is perfect for summer and grilling. #summerrecipes #healthyrecipes #healthydinner #summerfood #lowcarb

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Ingredients

Chicken:
2 tbsp lime juice
1/2 tsp salt
2 tbsp cilantro
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic

Strawberry Jalapeño Salsa:
1/2 cup chopped strawberries
1 diced jalapeño
1 diced avocado
Juice of 1 lime
2 tbsp cilantro
Salt

Method

Mix all of the chicken marinade together in a small bowl
Add on top of 2 chicken breasts
Soak for 15 minutes
Heat a pan over medium heat
Add olive oil
Cook for 5 minutes on each side (check internal temp)

 

Mix all of the strawberry jalapeno salsa ingredients together. Add on top of the chicken. I also added cauliflower rice! 

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Green Goddess Dressing:

What To Pair With This Dressing:

This dressing is great on salads but it can also be used for many other things! I like to use it on burgers, on sandwiches, in wraps, and on toast! It’s a little thicker so it can be used as a spread too. I made a salmon sandwich with leftovers from this meal. I toasted a bun, added onion, spinach, leftover salmon, and topped it with this green goddess dressing. I love finding ways to reuse leftovers in a different way! It keeps meals interesting throughout the week. I know a lot of people aren’t fans of leftovers but try eating them in a different way than the original meal. For example, breaking up a burger to make a burger bowl. Or using leftover salmon for a salmon blt- one of my personal favorites! This salmon salad with green goddess dressing is a winner no matter how you use leftovers though.

Salad Additions:

Toppings are a must in all salads! I like to normally do a protein, fat, carb, and lots of veggies. I like to add either avocado or nuts to salads for the healthy fat. I like to do tofu, salmon, chicken, or chickpeas for a meal protein source normally. And then of course a little cheese if I have it on hand! I used feta here, tomatoes, avocados, and onions. Nothing complicated, just simple things I had in the fridge.

Other Healthy Recipes:

Vegan and Gluten Free Caesar Pasta Salad

This vegan meal is so perfect for summer! Who doesn’t love a pasta salad and who doesn’t love caesar salad?! combine both and make this dish!

Honey Mustard Chicken Salad

Another salad recipe that is great during the summer but honestly year round! I love honey mustard anything so this salad always hits the spot.

Maple Pecan Bacon Salad

I made this salad originally for Thanksgiving but it’s July and I’m craving it haha. It has a fall vibe but switch the apples for beaches and the bacon for prosciutto and it’s a delicious summer salad! Actually, saving that idea so if I come out with another recipe that sounds like that, you know where I got the idea haha.

Salmon Salad with Green Goddess Dressing

Salmon Salad with Green Goddess Dressing (healthy, easy, dinner ideas). A 30 minute summer dinner or lunch recipe! #dinnerrecipes #summerrecipes #healthydinner #30minutemeals

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

12 minutes

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Ingredients

Salmon:

1 fillet of salmon

1/2 tsp pepper

1/2 tsp salt

1 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp paprika

Green Goddess Dressing: 

1 avocado

2 cloves garlic

2 tbsp lemon juice

1/4 cup basil

1/4 cup greek yogurt

Salt & pepper taste

 

Method

1. Mix the spices in a small bowl
2. Brush the salmon with olive oil and seasoning
3. Air fry at 400F for 12 minutes
4. Green goddess dressing:
5. Mix together in a food processor
6. Assemble the salads 
7. makes enough dressing for about 4-5 salads so I doubled the salmon

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What You Need For This Recipe:

chicken breasts 

honey 

paleo mayo (I used primal kitchen) 

dijon mustard 

garlic powder 

Salt and pepper 

paleo bacon

avocado

tomatoes

romaine

Recipe Tips:

You can marinate the chicken for about an hour or omit that step. I like letting the flavor soak in though! You can make the bacon anyway you want but I bake it with the chicken. Makes things super easy and easy clean up.

For add ins, I like to do tomatoes, avocado, and cooked bacon.

If the dressing is a little thick, you can add some water to thin it out to make it a dressing. It stores well in the fridge for 4-5 days. Hope you enjoy this honey mustard chicken salad!

Other Healthy Salads:

Shrimp Cobb Salad with Avocado Dressing

Maple Bacon Pecan Salad

Buffalo Chickpea Salad

Honey Mustard Chicken Salad

Honey Mustard Chicken Salad (paleo, healthy), A delicious salad for spring and summer! Easy, packed with veggies, and so good! #paleo #glutenfree #healthylunch #saladrecipe #honeymustard

Serves

4 salads

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Ingredients

• 3 chicken breasts
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup mayo (I used primal kitchen)
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper

Other: 

• paleo bacon 
• tomatoes 
• avocado
• romaine

 

Method

1. Mix honey, Mayo, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper together in a bowl
2. Spread about 1/3 of it on three chicken breasts
3. Let it marinate for 1 hour (or you don’t have to, it just soaks in the flavor more)
4. Bake the chicken at 400F for 30 mins
5. Use the rest of the sauce as a dressing! you can add a little water to thin it out
6. I made 4 salads with this (I cut the chicken up enough for 4)
7. I added bacon, avocado, and tomatoes to my salad! 

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The perfect summer day in my mind: a pitcher of this healthier cherry limeade recipe, a pool, a sunny day, and a good book. Of course lots of snacks too. Or making a spiked version of these to take out on the boat. Can you tell I’m ready for summer?

What You Need For This Recipe:

Cherry Juice

Lime

Seltzer

Honey

Frozen Cherries

Ice

We like to play tennis a lot at night and we always go to Sonic to get cherry limeades afterwards. Well now I’ll save some money because these are so tasty and easy to make!

Dress Link:

This is one of my favorite spring/summer dresses. Click here for the link! Bonus that it matches this drink

Other Summer Recipes:

Shrimp Cobb Salad With Avocado Dressing

Buffalo Chickpea Salad

Vegan Strawberries and Cream Smoothie

Healthier Cherry Limeade

A healthier, lower in sugar cherry limeade. So refreshing and the perfect spring or summer drink recipe. Can be made non-alcoholic or alcoholic. Perfect holiday weekend drink!

Serves

2 servings

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Ingredients

• 1 cup cherry juice ( I used cheribundi)
• 1/2 cup sparkling mineral water ( I used perrier )
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 1/2 tbsp honey
• Frozen cherries

Method

1. In a jar, mix together the cherry juice, lime, and honey
2. Pour over ice
3. Then add sparkling water!
4. Add frozen cherries + lime.
5. You can add more honey if you want it sweeter and less tart! 

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I am in love with Instant Pot soups. I try to make other options because I know not everyone has an Instant Pot but it is by far the easiest and quickest way to make soup! And they’re so easy to clean which I love. I topped my buffalo chicken soup with some jalapenos and cilantro. Add some tortilla chips and avocado too- so good!

What You Need For This Recipe:

Chicken Breasts

Hot Sauce

Bone Broth

Coconut Milk

Gold Potatoes

Bell Pepper

Onion

Ghee or Butter

Garlic Powder

Salt

Pepper

Instant Pot

Recipe Substitutions:

I haven’t personally tested this but others have subbed heavy cream for the coconut milk so that’s a great option if coconut milk isn’t your thing!

Someone also subbed cauliflower for the gold potatoes so you can try that too!

Other Healthy Recipes:

Maple Pecan Bacon Salad

Maple Pecan Crusted Salmon

Gluten Free Chicken Parmesan

Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Soup

Buffalo Chicken Soup (paleo, gluten free, whole30 options). An instant pot healthy soup that is packed with flavor and little bit of heat. A great healthy dinner recipe! #paleo #instantpot #healthysoup #glutenfree #healthyinstantpotrecipes

Serves

4 servings

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Ingredients

Ingredients:

2 chicken breasts

4 cups chicken bone broth

6-7 gold potatoes chopped

1 bell pepper diced

1/2 onion diced

15 ounce can coconut milk chilled in the fridge

3/4 cup organic hot sauce

2 tbsp ghee or butter

1 tsp garlic

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

 

Method

1. Turn the pressure cooker to sauté mode
2. Add a little oil then add the potatoes, onions, and peppers
3. Sauté for 5 mins.
4. Then add everything else in.
5. Stir together.
6. Lock the lid.
7. Turn the pressure cooker on high for 13 mins.
8. Then let it sit for 5 mins and quick release
9. Remove the chicken breasts and take two forks and shred it.
10. Add it back to the soup. You can blend it with an immersion blender to really mix it in there.

 

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What You Need For This Recipe:

Egg

Coconut Flour

Applesauce

Almond Milk

Maple Syrup

Vanilla Collagen

Baking Powder

Sprinkles

Why I Add Collagen:

I love to add collagen into my recipes because it gives them more protein. Also I love the benefits I personally see from adding collagen into my diet. I think adding it in has helped with my joint health as well as my hair/skin. But everyone is different and sees different results. Always do what works best for you and remember that I’m not a doctor.

Not only do I like adding it to easy desserts like this, I add collagen daily to my coffee. It adds 9 grams of protein! I like to add a flavored one because it’s a healthier alternative to creamer in your coffee. Plus it dissolves right in and isn’t messy like adding protein into your coffee. Add a little unsweetened almond milk and it’s the perfect way to start the day!

What Collagen I Use:

I love this Ancient Nutrition Multi Collagen. All of the products they make are incredibly high quality, ethically sourced. Whenever I’m buying animal protein of any kind, that’s always what I look for. None of their collagens have an artificial flavor taste at all, which is important to me as well. Also it isn’t chalky like some protein powder can be. You can find the collagen I used here. Every product they make is not only delicious but also the best quality around!

The collagen adds the perfect touch to this Funfetti Mug Cake!

Other Healthy Recipes:

PB Chocolate Collagen Cups

Copycat Cashew Cookie Larabar

Cinnamon Banana Bread

Funfetti Mug Cake

Funfetti Mug Cake (paleo, gluten free. A healthy, easy dessert. Made with egg, coconut flour, maple syrup, vanilla protein. The perfect mini cake! #paleo #glutenfree #healthydessert #healthymugcake #mugcake

Prep Time

1 minute

Cook Time

2 minutes

Serves

1 mug cake

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Ingredients

1 egg

2 tbsp coconut flour

1 tbsp applesauce or coconut oil

1 tbsp almond milk

1 tbsp maple syrup

1 tbsp vanilla Ancient Nutrition collagen

1/2 tsp baking powder

Sprinkles

 

Method

1. In a small bowl, whisk the egg
2. Add in everything except the sprinkles
3. Mix well 
4. Then fold in the sprinkles 
5. Grease a small mug 
6. Add the batter 
7. Microwave 2 minutes 
8. Top with some ice cream or greek yogurt!

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What You Need For This Recipe:

Eggs

Cashew Butter (or any nut butter)

Almond Flour

Maple Syrup

Coconut Sugar

Ginger

Cinnamon

Vanilla

Baking Powder

Coconut Butter

Donut Pans

Recipe Tips:

I recommend using a silicone donut pan because it makes getting the donuts out of the pan so much easier! You can find them here on Amazon. Make sure you still grease the donut pan before adding the batter though!

For the icing, if it’s too thin you can stick it in the freezer for a few minutes to get it to harden. You can also just use powdered sugar with a splash of milk if you don’t have coconut butter!

Other Healthy Recipes:

Chocolate Peppermint Donuts

Gingerbread Cinnamon Rolls

Maple Paleo Donuts

Donut Recipe:

Gingerbread Donuts

Gingerbread Donuts (paleo, gluten free). Healthy, simple, perfect for winter/Christmas breakfast! #healthydonuts #healthybreakfast #donuts

Serves

6 donuts

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Ingredients

Donuts: 

 2 eggs 

1 cup almond flour

1 tbsp cashew butter

2 tbsp maple syrup

1/2 tbsp coconut sugar

1 tsp ginger

1 tsp cinnamon

1 tsp vanilla

1 tsp baking powder

Icing:

1/4 cup coconut butter

1/4 cup maple syrup

Method

1. Preheat oven to 325F 
2. In a bowl, whisk the eggs 
3. Then add in the rest of the ingredients and mix well. 
4. grease a donut pan and add the batter.  makes 6 donuts
5. bake for 12-12 minutes 
6. let cool
7. in a small bowl, add the coconut butter + maple syrup, microwave for 15 seconds
8. dip the donuts in the mixture 
9. add sprinkles 
10. put in the fridge to let it harden if you want or eat right away!

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What You Need For This Recipe:

Nut Butter

Coconut Flour

Chocolate Collagen or Protein

Maple Syrup

Coconut Butter

Almond Milk

Recipe Tips:

You can use any nut butter you want! I personally used cashew butter- I love the taste and texture in this recipe. If you’re nut free, I love Granola Butter.

To keep this plant based, use a vegan chocolate protein powder.

Those are the only substitutes I have for this recipe! If you make a different version, let me know below and I’ll update this post!

Where to Buy Coconut Butter?

I get mine on Thrive Market or Amazon! I linked an Amazon buy here.

Other Healthy Recipes:

No Bake Pumpkin Donut Holes

Snickerdoodle Donut Holes

Paleo Salted Caramel Chocolate Cups

No Bake Chocolate Donut Holes (vegan and paleo)

No Bake Chocolate Donut Holes (vegan, paleo, gluten free), Made with only 4 main ingredients!

Serves

9 donut holes

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Ingredients

Donut Holes:

1/2 cup nut butter of choice 

1/4 cup + 1 tbsp coconut flour

1/4 cup maple syrup

2 tbsp chocolate collagen or protein

Icing:

2 tbsp coconut butter

2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk

1 tbsp maple syrup

Method

In a bowl, mix together:

nut butter, coconut flour, maple syrup, chocolate collagen/protein

Mix it all together then roll into balls.

Makes about 8-9

Line a plate with parchment paper and place the balls on it.

Put them in the fridge for about an hour, let them firm up.

For the icing:

Mix together coconut butter, almond milk, maple syrup

Microwave for 10-15 seconds to make it liquid.

Dip the donut holes into the icing

Put back in the fridge for 30 minutes- 1 hour to let the icing harden.

Store in the fridge or freezer!

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