Peanut Butter Protein Balls

OMG! I AM IN LOVE! I personally love these because they are the simplest to make, NO BAKE NO FUSS, most convenient on the go yummy protein snack! My girls are OBSESSED with these so it's awesome to know this super mommy has found a treat that is nutritious AND delicious!

Tip>> I like to double up on this recipe because my family gobbles this stuff up!

*Original Recipe makes about 5-6, doubling makes 12! 

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 scoop Undenatured Protein Powder (I use Vanilla)
• 1/3 c Peanut Butter (or Almond Butter)
• 1/4c Oats
• 1/2 Ripe Banana *Mashed
• 1/2 c honey (optional to sweeten but could make it more gooey so be careful not to add too much)

Get Creative!

>>Extra Add Ons<<

• IsaHemp Seeds for extra Omega 3's and a crunch
• Ground Flax (helps to give more texture and nutrients)
• Roll in Dried Craisins
• Roll in Coconut Flakes or Ground Granola
• Handful of chocolate chips *optional but always a sweet surprise! 

This is so fun because you can really get fun and creative with this! Experiment and see which ones you love the best! 

Simple and Easy Directions:

Add all the ingredients together in a large bowl, Mix it up! Get creative and add in some other fun stuff (my favorite~chocolate chips! Nomnomnom). Once it's all mixed you then you can sprinkle in the chocolate chips and fold into mixture.  Teaspoon balls on wax paper on a plate  or I place in glass tupperware covered and ready to go. Put in the fridge to chill for at least 1 hour to harden….ENJOY!!! 

Restore Your Body

Haven't been feeling too good the past few days, tis the season!

Restoration in progress...nothing better than to heal yourself with wholesome nutrients

‪#‎cleaneating‬ ‪#‎healthyandhappy‬ ‪#‎healthyisyummy‬

• Quinoa, brown rice, black beans, ground turnkey soup with salsa and organic chick stock

• Arugula salads (one with tuna, another with leftover ground turkey and quinoa mix) feta, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and evoo

• Stuffed turkey peppers topped with scallions with homemade potato chips!!!!!

It's been a yummy week if I say so myself and feeling better already!!!  ‪#‎proudmommymoment‬

KALE SUPER SOUP

  SUPER SOUP FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!

Stay away from the winter blues (and sniffles) and warm yourself up with this delicious bowl of goodness! 

Who else has suffered from the inevitable winter sickness? Well, no fear my friends, this is sure to do the trick! Kale is known as one of the healthiest foods around..Here is a delicious and nutritious recipe that hubby made the other night to bring me back to life again :)
 

INGREDIENTS:

 

• 2 cups vegetable stock, chicken stock, or water

• Himalayan salt and pepper, turmeric, adobe spices to season

• LOTS OF GARLIC, hubby roasted them and then threw them in

• Chopped up mushrooms, onions, carrots (add in your favorites!)

• 1 sweet potato, slice and bake then add to soup to soften

• Organic Chicken-slice, bake or sautee, then chop and add to soup

• throw in a bunch of chopped up kale within the last 5 minutes to wilt

• Add on some Parmesan cheese! (*optional) Voila!

Enjoy THIS EXTREMELY HEALTHY SOUP ELIXIR! :)

CAULIFLOWER BREADSTICKS RECIPE

EASY SNACKING>>

*Attn: Parents! So good the kids will LOVE them!*

Ingredients:
1 head cauliflower, large (7" - 8" wide)
1/4 cup egg whites
1/2 cup + 3/4 cup (for topping) Mozzarella/Mexican cheese, shredded (Vegan Cheese optional*)
1 tsp Italian herb seasoning or any dried herbs like rosemary, basil, parsley
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Pinch of salt
optional: Marinara sauce for dipping

For full recipe visit http://ifoodreal.com/cauliflower-breadsticks-recipe/

WE GOT A LITTLE FANCY AND ADDED GROUND TURKEY WITH JALAPENO ONCE BEFORE AND IT WAS ABSOLUTELY OUT OF THIS WORLD! Especially considering this is a guilt-free pizza! :)

THE VERSION PICTURED IS SHRIMP MARINATED IN:

1. TUMERIC 

2. HONEY

3. GARLIC

4. GINGER

5. SOY SAUCE

WE THEN TOPPED IT WITH FETA CHEESE CRUMBLES AND SAUTEED SPINACH! 

TUMERIC LATKE RECIPE WITH APPLESAUCE

OK BEFORE YOU STIGMATIZE LATKES…YOU CAN'T KNOCK IT UNTIL YOU TRY IT! YOU DONT NEED TO BE JEWISH AND CELEBRATE HANUKKAH TO MAKE THIS DELICIOUS RECIPE! (Although my family LOVES these traditional treats for the holidays they could be made all year round as a nutritious snack or side..SHALOM!)

HEALTHY LATKE RECIPE

Golden Turmeric Latkes with Applesauce
*Turmeric has incredible medicinal value>>It is amazing how many benefits it can give to you and your body*

1 tablespoon canola oil
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 cups shredded peeled russet potatoes (*We modified ours with sweet potatoes and they came out AMAZING!!!)
1 small onion, finely chopped
1-2 fresh green serrano chiles, stemmed and finely chopped (optional)
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems (optional)
1/2 cup chickpea flour  (*Sprouted grain flour was our preference)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
2 large eggs, slightly beaten
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
 

DIRECTIONS

1. To prepare sauce: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add ginger and cook, stirring, until light brown and aromatic, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Stir in turmeric and cloves. Cook until the spices are fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute more. Scrape the spices into the applesauce in a small bowl and stir well to combine.

2. Preheat oven to 200°F. Place a baking sheet in the oven to keep latkes warm but not over cook while making the rest.
3. To prepare latkes: Thoroughly mix potatoes, onion, chiles to taste, cilantro, flour, cumin, salt, turmeric and eggs in a large bowl.
4. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place a heaping tablespoon of the potato mixture in the skillet and flatten with a spatula into a disk roughly 3 inches in diameter. Form as many latkes as you can in the pan without overcrowding. Cook until golden brown and crispy on the bottom, 3 to 5 minutes. Flip and continue cooking until the other side is golden brown and crispy, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate, then transfer to the oven to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining oil and potato mixture.
5. Serve the latkes with Organic applesauce.

TIPS & NOTES

• TIP: Cover and refrigerate the Apple sauce for up to 3 days.

• Note: Chickpea flour and Sprouted Grain flour is a gluten-free alternative to wheat flour. Look for it in the health food section or gluten-free are of your local food store.

NUTRITION

Per serving: 187 calories; 9 g fat (1 g sat, 5 g mono); 71 mg cholesterol; 22 g carbohydrates; 0 g added sugars; 5 g protein; 3 g fiber; 221 mg sodium; 327 mg potassium.