Banana Carrot Cake Pancakes
For those less familiar with buckwheat, you may be curious if this is appropriate for a gluten-free diet. Despite its name, it’s actually not too related to wheat. Rather, it is a seed, cultivated similar to a grain. This food has become popular due to its high mineral and antioxidant content. It also may improve blood sugar control. Hence why these pancakes would be a great meal or snack – the buckwheat flour, plant protein, and egg complement the carbs from banana to delive
Air Fryer Turkey Patties
Air Fryer Turkey Patties are the perfect go-to protein when you are tight on time and don’t want to compromise on quality/flavor. Serves 2 Patty 8oz ground turkey (I opt for 93/7) 2 T fresh basil (shredded) 2 T almond flour 2 T sautéed onions 1 flax egg (1 T flax meal + 2.5 T water) Small handful cheese (I use @traderjoes DF Parmesan cheese) 1 T ketchup S/p Directions: Mix all ingredients and form into two balls. Heat air fryer to 400 F. Spray air fryer basket with avocado or
Dairy-Free Mac and Cheese
This dairy-free, nutrient-rich Mac and Cheese will be a satisfying addition to your next meal. I’m no fool, this doesn’t taste EXACTLY like a Kraft Macaroni and Cheese, but it is darn good and surprisingly simple to make. Loaded with vitamin A from sweet potatoes, B vitamins from nutritional yeast, and unsaturated fats and fiber from the cashews… your plate will be more life-giving than the average batch of Mac. In this recipe, you’ll notice I used Italian pasta. For those wi
Brussels and Kale Salad
If you’re anything like me, you prefer roasted over raw Brussels sprouts. Well, let me tell you… this recipe may change you. Plus, when you eat them raw, you’ll receive more nutrients than when they’re roasted/fried as many vitamins are sensitive to heat. Makes: 4-5 servings Salad 3 c chopped kale 15 Brussels sprouts drizzle avocado oil (for massaging greens) 1/2 c chopped dates (pits removed) handful of vegan cheese (I used crumbles of vegan cream cheese) Dressing 1.5 T coco