Guest Post: Creamy Coconut Macacado Smoothie
Aloha ladies and gentlemen! This is Todd, better known as Primal Toad, with a special smoothie recipe to pass on to you. Many of you may know me from blogging over at PrimalToad.com. I am the author of Toadally Primal Smoothies which you can buy for only $5. I'm a primal enthusiast who is helping bring primal/paleo/ancestral health to the mainstream. Why? Creamy Coconut Macacado Have you ever drank an entire smoothie that has 74 grams of fat? Fat is fattening. The Recipe 1/2 Cup Water 1/4 Cup Ice 4 TBSP Avocado 1 Small Banana 3/8 Cup Macadamias (salted or unsalted) 5/8 Cup or 10 Tbsp Shredded Coconut If you use a personal blender like the Hamilton Beach one that I love then the shredded coconut may not blend 100%. I buy shredded coconut from Amazon at around $1.60 per package when I buy a 12 pack. Macronutrient Breakdown Some of you may freak out at the 44 grams of carbs. Abundant in vitamins and minerals... Do you want more recipes that are similar but different?
Love That Quinoa Burger!
November 1, 2010 by Linda So yummy! If you want a change of pace that’s meat-free, yet full of protein, fiber, and very filling…this might be for you. I like it with Tzatziki on top (my recipe is in this post), or a little “fry sauce” (what some drive-ins call that wonderful mayo/ketchup combo), and with a thick slice of tomato, avocado, onion and lettuce, as a burger should be, it’s fab. Don’t be afraid of Quinoa. UPDATE!! 2 rounded cups cooked quinoa (see note below for cooking instructions) 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or other variety, if you prefer) 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese 1 medium carrot, finely grated (OR 1 cup shredded zucchini, squeezed dry) 3 eggs 3 tablespoons all purpose flour 2 green onions, including white parts 1 /2 teaspoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder Olive oil for frying To cook quinoa for the above recipe: 1 cup uncooked quinoa 2 cups water 1/2 teaspoon salt Like this: Like Loading...
Maple Cayenne Roasted Brussels Sprouts | Not Rachael Ray
This was the very first time I cooked Brussels sprouts. Why do they get such a bad rep? Are you a lover or a hater of Brussels sprouts? They are super easy to prepare and just taste like cabbage. When I asked my husband if he liked Brussels sprouts, I fully expected to hear a two letter word (“no”) and probably get an are-you-crazy look along with it. To my surprise, he said “Yeah.” Maple Cayenne Roasted Brussels Sproutsadapted from Everyday Food magazine 2 pounds Brussels sprouts, halved lengthwise 1 Tablespoon olive oil salt to taste 1 Tablespoon pure maple syrup 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1. Verdict: They were good. Tagged as: Brussels sprouts, cayenne, maple, roasted
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My Favorite Gourmet Nutrition Recipes | Precision Nutrition
The Gourmet Nutrition V2 cookbook was created to show people that great-tasting food can also be great for you. We took the healthiest ingredients and whipped them into nearly 300 pages of delicious culinary creations that you can serve with confidence to the most discerning foodie – or the most nitpicky nutritionist. We also included detailed cooking instructions and ideas for improvisation. And we’ve even photographed every recipe in beautiful color to show you just how appetizing healthy food can be. To say the book has been a big hit would be an understatement. For an upcoming project, a collaboration with a 3-time New York Times bestselling author, I was asked to share my top six Gourmet Nutrition recipes. My favorite “post-workout” recipes Post-workout meals are those meals that contain a moderate to high amount of carbohydrates (greater than 25% of total calories). Banana Cream Pie Oatmeal (page 42) Banana Cream Pie Oatmeal Ingredients Serving size Serves 2 large or 4 small. 3 min.
Broccoli Pesto
© 2011 Green Kitchen Stories If I say pesto you say … broccoli?! No, I didn’t think so. Like most people we are normally pretty conservative when we make pesto. Raw broccoli might sound repulsive to some of you, but it is in fact very good in salads. Broccoli Pesto2 cups of pesto We left out cheese to keep it vegan. 1 large broccoli (around 2 cups)A couple of stems fresh basil or sage1/2 lemon, juice1/2 cup hazelnuts (roasted chickpeas if you’re allergic) 2 cloves garlic1/2 cup olive oil2 tbsp watersalt & pepper Throw all the ingredients in a blender or food processor. Luckily Elsa loves vegetables (she always makes her ahmmmm sound whenever we pass the vegetable department), but if you are having problems getting your child to eat greens, pesto is a good trick.
No Bake Granola Cakes
Big changes are happening over on my workouts page and even bigger changes are happening with my marathon training plans. February has been a challenge for me, I was losing muscle, motivation, and forgetting why I began running in the first place. My passion was slowly exiting. A couple days ago I decided I needed to switch things up, I needed to ask for help. I sent a message to Angie, a triathlon coach I’d been chatting with back in August and before I knew it I had a new training plan. First thing I told myself: it’s okay to be nervous and a bit overwhelmed. Change has always been hard for me, but I just need to believe in myself and keep my end goal in sight. Second thing I told myself: holy moly, I’m actually going to do this! Then I had a granola cake. [print_this] No Bake Granola Cakes Vegan, Gluten free, Dairy free All the granola taste and texture in a convenient cake! Ingredients Directions Combine almond butter, rice syrup, vanilla, and coconut oil in a small sauce pan. Makes 12 cakes.
Don't Make Dad Settle for Boring Potatoes: Hasselback Potatoes
Dad’s going to remember exactly why he loves steak and potatoes when you serve him these. And you (along with the kids, fingers crossed!) will love them, too. So see you later, french fries! Looking for something fantastic to serve these with? Hasselback Potatoes medium sized potatoes (about 1 per person) 1 clove fresh garlic, very thinly sliced butter coarse salt (sea or kosher) pepper sour cream (optional) dill (optional) fresh chives (optional) 1. 2. 3. 3. 20 Salads Hearty Enough for Tonight’s Dinner10 Ways to Eat Breakfast for Pizza10 Recipes Everyone Should Know How to Make30 Crazy, Wacky, and Useless Kitchen Gadgets25 Healthiest Foods for Under $1
