My #1 Mom Hack for a Healthy Dinner

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A massive headache took me out yesterday, and I was in no shape to make dinner or prepare anything…so take out it was!

As a Certified Nutritionist eating healthy is my thing, I love it, it makes me feel good, and keeps me healthy and energized so I can keep up with B…so I wasn’t about to sacrifice all of that just for a night of take out.

Luckily, a few months ago I discovered Crisp & Green which offers healthy salad bowls, warm bowls and smoothies! Literally all of my favorite things and makes life so much easier for me.

What can I say it has quickly become my #1 mom hack.

So last night we ran over to Crisp & Green to pick up an easy and healthy dinner!

My husband loves the fiesta bowl and I made my own bowl last night. We were able to have dinner with B, stay on track with our goals and bonus no dishes! I think this may need to be a weekly thing…

If you’ve tried Crisp & Green comment below and let me know what your favorite bowl is!?!




3 of My Favorite Holiday Recipes

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Sharing 3 of my favorite holiday recipes with you today!

Cinnamon Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Enjoy!! Happy Holidays! xxx

How to Make my Avocado Egg Sandwich

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This has been my Husband’s go-to breakfast of late! It’s so yummy and such a great blend of healthy fat, fiber & protein I had to share the recipe with all of you!

We prefer to eat this sandwich open face, and it actually tricks the mind into thinking we’re eating more than we really are! The fiber and healthy fats from the avocado, along with the protein from the eggs will keep you fueled for a busy day ahead!

Avocado Egg Sandwich

Ingredients:

2 Slices of Ezekiel Bread (or bread of your choice)

1 Ripe Avocado

3 Eggs

1/2 Lemon

Manitoba Hemp Hearts

Salt & Pepper to taste


Directions:

Toast your bread, wash and prep avocado.

Using a spoon take the ripe insides out of the avocado shell (removing the seed) and place half on each piece of toast. Mash avocado on toast with a fork, then squeeze a bit of lemon on the avocado for brightness!

On medium-low heat cook 1 whole egg and 2 egg whites, until cook through. Stir often so eggs become fluffy and well scrambled.

Add scrambled eggs to avocado, half on each slice of toast.

Sprinkle hep hearts of top of your eggs, and add salt & pepper to taste if desired.

Enjoy!


Dessert for breakfast, sign me up!

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Ever since my son was born I’ve been sharing my oatmeal bowls on social media and you all have been loving them {turns out oatmeal is incredible for keeping your breastmilk supply up}!

I get countless messages about the type of oats I use {One Degree Organics is my favorite} and what I put in my oats to create a balanced breakfast bowl.

I have always been a big breakfast fan, and honestly I could eat breakfast any meal of the day!

Regardless of what I have for breakfast I always make sure it has a solid balance of healthy fats, protein and fiber to keep me fueled up for the day ahead {new mom life is non-stop}. I drink my greens as part of my morning routine, so I don’t worry about having any veggies with my breakfast.

  • Side note… did you know that fiber helps to offset the total carbohydrates in a dish? Say there are 40 grams of carbs and 20 grams of fiber per serving, you will end up with only 20 net carbs! Pretty neat, huh!

Okay, let’s dive into my current favorite oatmeal bowl {I actually just finished it as I’m writing this}.


Blueberry Protein Oatmeal Bowl

Ingredients:

One Degree Sprouted Quinoa Hemp Instant Oatmeal

Malk Almond Milk

Organic Blueberries (frozen is okay too!)

Organic Almond Butter

Vital Protein Collagen

Directions:

Bring 1/2 cup of almond milk to a boil on the stove, add approximately 1/3 cup of oats and stir.

Turn heat off and add 2 scoops of Vital Proteins Collagen, stir everything together.

Cover and let it sit for 2 minutes.

Add blueberries to the oat mixture and stir, let everything sit together for an additional minute.

Pour into a bowl and add a scoop of almond butter!

Enjoy!


This breakfast bowl is packed with 30 grams of protein to help fuel the day ahead!



How to make my protein hot cocoa

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There is something about cool winter months that has me craving a warm cup of cocoa. It’s cozy, sweet and very comforting. Growing up in Connecticut I remember many days sledding or skiing during the winter months and always running inside afterwards for some cocoa. It was always the best way to end the day!

However, the hot cocoa from my childhood is packed with artificial ingredients and loads of sugar. I knew this wasn’t an option for me (especially now that I’m pregnant) so I had to create one of my own!

This hot cocoa is high in protein, high in fiber, low in sugar and loaded with nutrients…and in my opinion tastes even creamier than the one from my childhood.

Lean and Green Body® Approved Hot Cocoa Recipe

Ingredients:

Coconut Cloud Hot Cocoa Mix

Oatly Oat Milk

Garden of Life Chocolate Raw Meal

Directions:

Steam one cup of oatly oat milk, then add 1 scoop of Garden of Life Raw Meal - shake or blend together.

Add 1 scoop of Coconut Cloud Hot Cocoa mix, and enjoy!

The Coconut Cloud Cocoa mix is a great product, and is vegan, gluten free and contains MCT oil. I like to mix it with the Garden of Life Raw Meal to add protein, fiber and essential nutrients to the cocoa. Even though the cocoa mix is relatively low in sugar, by adding protein and fiber to the drink you are assisting your body in the absorption of the sugar and helping to prevent a big sugar crash after your cocoa.

This combo also makes the drink super creamy! It has been my drink of choice the past few weeks.

Hope you enjoy!

Stay cozy friends. xxx

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4 Non-toxic beauty items I can't live without

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I live for non-toxic, clean skincare.

I spend substantially more money, time and energy on my skincare than I do on makeup and beauty care.

Over the past few years I have learned that so many of our daily skincare products are loaded with harmful chemicals and toxins, and I made a huge switch to all non-toxic skincare, beauty care, and self care products.

I have a very consistent morning and evening skincare routine, and today I’m sharing 4 of my favorite non-toxic skincare items that I can not live without!

Acure Beauty Moroccan Argan Oil

Tula Brighting Eye Balm

Cocokind Texture Smoothie Cream

Cocokind Rosewater Toner

3 Ways to eat healthier this holiday season

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The holidays are undoubtably a time of indulgence. With numerous holiday parties, cookies in the break room, and family gatherings you are bound to indulge and get a bit off track during the holiday season. Here are three ways you can stay on track and still enjoy the holidays!

I’m going to share 3 ways in which you can eat healthier this holiday season (and still have fun!)

  1. 80/20 Rule - I preach about this all the time, but in case you need a reminder…if you eat perfect for YOU 80% of the time, you have 20% to play with. That 20% could include a glass of wine, a Christmas cookie, dark chocolate etc…but keep it at 20%.

  2. Start your day with the Lean and Green Body® Triple Play - starting your morning with this simple yet effective routine will help you to make healthier choices as the day progresses.

  3. Hydrate! Drink 80+ oz of water each day…and remember to have an extra glass for each caffeinated beverage or alcoholic beverage you have!

How to Make my Blistered Potatoes!

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I love potatoes, definitely one of my top 5 favorite foods! I am always experimenting with new ways to enjoy this nutrient dense veggie. I recently made blistered potatoes…which is really just another way to say roasted! lol

Blistered Potatoes

Ingredients:

one bag of gold baby potatoes

pink himalayan sea salt

pepper

avocado oil


Directions:

wash and trim potatoes

pre-heat convection oven to 425°F

add potatoes into oven safe dish, drizzle avocado oil, and sprinkle salt & pepper to taste

bake for 15 minutes then flip them over, bake for an additional 20 minutes

allow to cool and enjoy!


How to Make Pecan Pie Energy Balls

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One of my girlfriends recently brought these pecan pie energy balls over, and I’ve been dying to share this recipe with you! This is the perfect afternoon snack, a great playground snack for the littles, or even a sweet treat post dinner.

Dates are packed with phytonutrients, magnesium, selenium, and potassium and make a great addition to almost any diet.

Depending on the size of the energy balls you make, I would recommend limiting the portion to 2 per day.

Pecan Pie Energy Balls

Ingredients:

Medjool dates

Raw Pecans

Old Fashioned Rolled Oats

Vanilla Extract

Graham Crackers

Kosher Salt

Directions:

Place graham crackers into the food processor and blend until they turn into crumbs, remove from food processor and put in a bowl.

Remove the pits from the dates, and add pitted dates to the food processor. Blend until they become paste- like.

Add the remaining ingredients to the food processor and pulse until all ingredients come together.

Remove the ingredients and form small balls, you can use a tablespoon to do this. Place formed balls on a platter, and continue until you use all the ingredients in food processor.

Roll each ball into the graham cracker crust, so it is evenly coated.

Enjoy the pecan pie energy balls now or store in fridge or freezer for later!

{exclude graham crackers if making gluten free}

Original recipe from: www.fitfoodiefinds.com