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Avocado Toast Recipes

Avocado toast is such a simple concept (avocado + toast).  It’s fulfilling and yummy.  Have fun and take it to the next level by topping it with tasty additions. ½ Hass avocado 2 Slices of whole grain (Ezeckial) or gluten free bread Dash of sea salt and black pepper for taste Toast bread until golden brown. While […]

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Betsy’s Energy Balls (No Bake)

Ingredients: 2 cup oats (old-fashioned) 1 cup almond or sunflower seed butter (PB is ok), melted 1 cup ground flax meal 1/2 cup coconut flakes (unsweetened) 3 Tablespoons chia seeds 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips 1/4 cup honey 1 tsp cinnamon or cocoa powder for flavor Directions: Make sure nut butter is melted or very […]

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Glorified Rice and Beans

Been experimenting with more vegetarian dinners these days and this is a family staple.  Rice and beans sounds boring but with all the fun extras, it’s an awesome dish.  Beware of your portions of the rice and beans.  For my weight loss clients, I only recommend 3/4 cup total of the brown rice and beans.  […]

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Daily Sustain Mochachino Smoothie

Everyone seems to love my protein powder, Daily Sustain, especially the chocolate flavor.  This is my favorite Daily Sustain smoothie recipe: Chocolate Mint.  Well my good friend Didi took my protein powder to a whole other level.  She created a healthy Mochachino Smoothie and it is fabulous!  It’s a smart way to drink coffee and […]

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Speedy Salad with Quinoa and Sunflower Seeds

This is my go-to healthy salad and it literally takes me 2 minutes to put together.  First it’s important to note: Prep Ahead!  I always encourage my clients to prep some staples.  For this recipe, it is helpful to make a batch of my Basic Salad Dressing and a pot of quinoa.  For quick quinoa, […]

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Zucchini Noodle Blend

Tons of recipes call for zucchini noodles or zoodles.  I’ve tried them out with my family and they rejected them – darn it!  But I did not want to give up on them because they are so easy and healthy. Here is my resolution…Mix 1/2 zucchini noodles + 1/2 spaghetti (I use gluten free pasta).  You […]

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Easy Thai Bowl

Sometimes I don’t feel like cooking, especially in hot Florida.  I love this recipe because there is minimal cooking and it is so flavorful.  This Thai bowl can be vegetarian, balanced with nuts or feel free to add leftover chicken or steak. Ingredients: Chopped/sliced veggies: My favorites are green onions, peppers, cucumbers, broccoli, cabbage and […]

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Chia Banana Overnight Oats

Overnight Oats are a breakfast staple in our family! My kids even request them as an afternoon snack.  I like the simplicity of this recipe – no cooking, only a few ingredients, and you can make it in bulk for the week.  Some people enjoy them cold but I prefer them warm. Ingredients: 2 cups oats (uncooked, old fashioned) […]

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Asian Salad with Orange Ginger Dressing

I’ve ordered Asian Salads at restaurants and I am usually disappointed.  I always think…I can make this better myself.  Here is my simple yummy concoction. Salad Ingredients: 1 head Romaine, chopped 1/2 bag cole slaw mix 2 green onions, diced 1/2 cucumber, chopped in bite sized pieces 1/2 red pepper, chopped in bite sized pieces 1 cup cooked brown rice or […]

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Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

Many of you are addicted to my easy overnight oats recipe so I thought I’d offer you a different flavor.  Enjoy! Prep Time: 5-10 mins Soak Time: Overnight Serves: 2-3 Ingredients: 1 cup gluten free old fashioned oats 1 cup of milk (unsweetened almond & coconut milk are my favorites) 1 large carrot, peeled and grated (use blender […]

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