Tuna, Chickpea & Avocado Salad

NUTRITION

2 Servings / 15 minutes

Ingredients

1 can Tuna (drained, flaked with a fork)

1 cup Chickpeas (cooked, drained)

1/2 Cucumber (medium, chopped)

1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (halved)

1/2 Avocado (cubed)

1/4 cup Red Onion (sliced)

1/4 cup Italian Dressing

2 tbsps Parsley (fresh, chopped)

Directions

  1. Divide the tuna, chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, avocado, and onion evenly between bowls. Top evenly with the dressing and parsley. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to three days.
  • Use olive oil and lemon juice instead.
  • Use other canned fish like salmon or mackerel.
  • One can of tuna is equal to 165 grams or 5.8 ounces, drained.

Nutrition

Amount per serving

Calories – 333

Fat – 11g

Carbs – 37g

Fiber – 12g

Sugar – 11g

Protein – 26g

Cholesterol – 30mg

Sodium – 547mg

Vitamin A – 1185IU

Vitamin C – 25mg

Calcium – 98mg

Iron – 5mg

Banana Protein Oats

Banana Protein Oats
NUTRITION

1 Servings / 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • ½ cup: Oats
  • 1 cup: Plain Coconut Milk (unsweetened from the carton)
  • ½ Banana (sliced, plus extra for garnish)
  • 1 tsp: Maple Syrup
  • ½ tsp: Vanilla Extract
  • 1/8 tsp: Sea Salt
  • ½ tsp: Cinnamon (plus extra for garnish)
  • ¼ cup: Vanilla Protein Powder
  • ¼ cup: Blueberries
  • 1 tbsp: Unsweetened Coconut Yogurt
  • 1 tbsp: Pumpkin Seeds
  • 1 ½ tsps: Unsweetened Shredded Coconut

Directions

  1. Add the oats, coconut milk, banana, maple syrup, vanilla, and sea salt to a pot over medium heat. Stir to combine. Cook for five to seven minutes or until the oats thicken.
  1. Turn off the heat and stir in the cinnamon and protein powder.
  1. Transfer to a bowl and garnish with blueberries, coconut yogurt, pumpkin seeds, shredded coconut, sliced banana, and cinnamon. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Leftovers: Best enjoyed right away.
  • Gluten-Free: Use certified gluten-free oats.
  • Protein Powder: This recipe was tested using plant-based vanilla protein powder.
  • No Coconut Milk: Use another plant-based milk like cashew, oat, or almond.

Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings

Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings
NUTRITION

3 Servings / 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 454 grams: Chicken Wings
  • ½ tsp: Baking Powder
  • ¾ tsp: Sea Salt
  • ½ tsp: Garlic Powder
  • 2 grams: Avocado Oil Spray
  • ¼ cup: Hot Sauce
  • 3 tbsps: Butter (melted)

Directions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400ºF (205ºC).
  1. Pat the chicken wings dry and place them in a large bowl. Add the baking powder, salt, and garlic powder and toss well to coat the wings all over.
  1. Place the wings in the air fryer in a single layer. Spray with oil. Bake for 16 to 18 minutes, flipping once, until they are crispy. 
  1. While the wings are baking, combine the hot sauce and butter in a large bowl. Add the finished wings to the bowl. Toss to coat the wings. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Leftovers: Best enjoyed immediately after baking. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to two days.
  • Serving Size: One serving is about two to three whole chicken wings.
  • No Butter: Use ghee, or plant-based butter, or omit entirely and use only hot sauce.
  • No Air Fryer: Bake at 425ºF (220ºC) for about 35 minutes, flipping halfway through until crispy and cooked through.

TURKEY & VEGETABLE SOUP RECIPE

TURKEY & VEGETABLE SOUP RECIPE
NUTRITION

6 servings, 50 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 Yellow Onion (chopped)
  • 3 Garlic (clove, minced)
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt
  • 1 Sweet Potato (peeled, cut into ½ inch cubes)
  • 1 Carrot (peeled, chopped)
  • 299 grams Turkey Breast, Cooked (roughly chopped)
  • 6 cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 cup Parsley (chopped)

Directions:

  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion and cook until it begins to soften, about 5 minutes. Add in the garlic, thyme and salt and continue cooking for one minute more.
  3. Add the sweet potato, carrots, celery, and turkey. Stir to combine then add the chicken broth to the pot along with the parsley.
  4. Bring soup to a gentle boil then reduce the heat to low and cover the lid. Simmer for 40 to 45 minutes or until the vegetables are very tender. Season with additional salt if needed. Serve and enjoy!

Notes:

  • Leftovers: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to three days.
  • Serving Size: One serving is approximately 1 ½ cups of soup.
  • More Flavour: Add a bay leaf or some red pepper flakes.
  • No Turkey: Use chicken breast instead.
  • Additional Toppings: Serve the soup over top of cooked rice or cooked pasta.

Banana Coconut Protein Bars

Banana Coconut Protein Bars
NUTRITION

12 Servings / 20 Minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 Banana (mashed)]
  • 1 ¼ cups Oats
  • 2/3 cup Unsweetened Coconut Flakes
  • 1/3 cup Raw Honey
  • 1/3 cup Almond Butter
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1/3 cup Protein Powder

Directions:

  1. Preheat over to 350F (177C)
  2. Place all ingredients together in a bowl and mix well with a spatula.
  3. Pack mixture down firmly into a pan. (We use a 9×9 square pan.)
  4. Bake in oven for 15 minutes. Remove and let cool for 30 minutes.
  5. When cool, cut into bars. Store in an air-tight container or wrap them individually and throw them in the freezer for an easy grab-and-go snack.

Chicken Stew Recipe

NUTRITION

6 Servings / 1 Hour

Ingredients:

  • 2 tbsps Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 680 grams Chicken Thighs (boneless, skinless, cubed)
  • Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
  • ½ Yellow Onion (large, diced)
  • 2 Carrot (large, peeled, chopped)
  • 2 stalks Celery (chopped)
  • 3 Garlic (cloves, minced)
  • 2 Yellow Potato (large, peeled, cubed)
  • 4 Cups Chicken Broth, Low Sodium
  • 1 Lemon (juiced)
  • 2 tbsps All Purpose Gluten-Free Flour
  • 1/23 cup Water
  • 1 cup Green Beans (trimmed, chopped)
  • 2 tbsps Parsley (freshly, finely chopped)

Directions:

  1. In a large pot or dutch oven, heat the oil over medium-low heat.
  2. Add the chicken thighs, salt and pepper. Cook for seven to eright minutes or until they are browned and cooked through. Remove and place onto a plate. 
  3. Add the onion, carrots, celery, garlic, salt, and pepper to the pot. Saute for four to five minutes or until the vegetables have softened. Add a splash of broth or water if needed so the vegetables don’t burn. 
  4. Add the potatoes, chicken broth, lemon juice, and cooked chicken. Stir to combine.
  5. Make a slurry by adding the flour to a cup or a bowl and mixing it with water until it is completely dissolved. Pour it into the pot and stir continuously for one to two minutes. This will help thicken the stew.
  6. Bring the stew to a boil then lower it to a simmer. Cover and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes or until the chicken is tender and the potatoes are cooked through. Stir occasionally.
  7. Add the green beans and parsley and cook for another 10 minutes. Divide evenly between bowls and enjoy! 

Notes:

  • Leftovers: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to three days. Freeze for up to one month.
  • Serving Size: One serving is equal to approximately two cups.
  • Additional Toppings: Lemon juice and/or fresh herbs.
  • Consistency: You can omit the slurry if you prefer a watery stew. Alternatively, you can add water while the stew is cooking until your desired consistency is reached.

Lemon Water Benefits

Lemon Water Benefits
NUTRITION

Did you know that starting your day with a warm glass of water with lemon can serve numerous benefits?

  1. Improves digestion
  2. Immune System Boost
  3. Flushes Toxins
  4. Wakes Up Your Metabolism

Fill 1 glass of warm (not hot) water and squeeze ½ a lemon into your glass.

Give it a try and enjoy the benefits!

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Oatmeal Cookie Smoothie

Oatmeal Cookie Smoothie
NUTRITION

Ingredients:

  • ¾ cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
  • ½ Frozen Banana
  • 3 tbsps Oats
  • 1 ½ tsps. Almond Butter
  • 1/8 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • ¼ tsp Cinnamon

1 serving, 5 minutes

Directions:

  1. Add all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a glass and enjoy!

Notes:

  • Leftovers: Best enjoyed immediately. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to two days.
  • No Almond Milk: Use another type of milk as oat, coconut, or dairy milk.
  • Nut-Free: Use tahini.
  • Protein Powder: Add a scoop of vanilla protein powder.

California Naan Pizza

California Naan Pizza
NUTRITION

Ingredients

  • 1 piece Naan
  • 1 tbsps Water
  • 2 cups Baby Spinach
  • 1 tbsp Tomato Sauce
  • 28 grams Mozzarella Cheese (shredded)
  • 3 tbsps Sun Dried Tomatoes (sliced)
  • ¼ cup Feta Cheese (crumbled)

1 serving, 15 minutes 

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425F (220C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Once preheated, put the naan on the baking sheet and bake for five minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, heat the water in a pan over medium-high heat. Cook the spinach until wilted, about one to two minutes. Pat dry and set aside.
  3. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the naan. Top with mozzarella, sauteed spinach, sun dried tomatoes, and feta cheese. Return to the oven and bake for six to eight more minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the crust is crispy.
  4. Cut into slices and enjoy!

Notes:

  • Leftovers: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to three days.
  • Gluten-Free: Use a cauliflower crust or brown rice tortilla instead of naan, and adjust the baking time accordingly.
  • Dairy-Free: Use vegan cheese.
  • More Flavor: Add red pepper flakes or top with chili oil.
  • Naan: One piece of naan is 3.2 oz or 90 grams.

BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe

BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe
NUTRITION

8 Servings / 45 minutes 

Ingredients:

  • 620 grams Pizza Dough (store bought)
  • 113 grams Chicken Breast, Cooked (shredded)
  • 1 cup Barbecue Sauce (divided)
  • 16 grams Unbleached All Purpose Flour
  • ½ cup Red Onion (sliced)
  • 99 grams Mozzarella Cheese (shredded)
  • 100 grams Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
  • 2 stalks Green Onion (chopped)

Directions:

  1. Place the dough in a large bowl and cover it with a tea towel. Leave it on counter for at least 30 minutes to rise and com to room temperature. 
  2. Preheat the oven to 500F (260C)
  3. In a small bowl, add the chicken and half of the BBQ sauce. Mix to combine.
  4. Lightly dust a clean surface on the counter with flour. Roll the dough out to approximately one inch in thickness. Transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza pan. 
  5. Spread the remaining barbecue sauce onto the dough. Add the red onion, mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese, and barbecue chicken. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the dough is browned and cooked through. 
  6. Top the pizza with green onions and cut into slices. Enjoy!

Notes:

  • Leftovers: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to three days.
  • Serving Size: One serving is one slice.
  • Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free dough. 
  • Dairy-Free: Use dairy-free cheese.