Try this energizing, oxidant-rich salad powered by raw cranberries! It’s a tart treat that can’t be beat (and yes, it’s just as delicious in turkey sandwiches). INGREDIENTS: 2 cups raw cranberries 1 large green apple 1 large whole orange stevia or granulated sugar 1/2 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped, optional 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon DIRECTIONS: Leaving skin on, slice orange into … [Read more...]
Granola Bites
Ingredients: 1 ½ tablespoons butter 1 package marshmallows 2 tbsp. dried cranberries ¼ tsp. cinnamon Ground masala to taste 2 cups puffed, unsweetened rice cereal 2 cups Mesa Sunrise or multigrain flake cereal 2 cups puffed, unsweetened corn Instead of a cookie break, try this tasty (and slightly healthier) alternative! It’s similar to the traditional “rice crispy treat” … [Read more...]
Peanut Butter Balls
Ingredients: 1 cup oats ½ cup honey ½ cup peanut butter 1 cup powdered milk ¼ cup ground flax chocolate chips to taste raisins or other dried fruit Directions: Mix together. Roll into balls. No kidding – that’s it! Keep chilled in an air-tight container to prevent stickiness. Balls can be layered in between sheets of wax or parchment paper. … [Read more...]
Kale Chips
Kale chips are simply seasoned, baked kale. Super-easy to make, crunchy, satisfying and healthy. Try them instead of popcorn the next time you rent a move. Here's how you make them. Ingredients 1 bunch fresh kale 2 tbsp. olive oil (this will vary, so use discretion...don't over-oil) Spice of your choice. I recommend cayenne salt & pepper, but anything you like will … [Read more...]
Vanilla Spice Oatmeal
Ingredients 3 1/2 cups water 1/4 teaspoon salt, optional 2 cups old-fashioned oats 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped, optional 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Pinch nutmeg 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar, plus more, to taste 1 cup lowfat milk, divided 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon Directions In a medium saucepan, bring the water and salt to a boil. Stir in the oats and … [Read more...]
Strawberry and Mozzarella Salad
2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 heart romaine lettuce, torn or cut into bite-sized pieces (3 cups lightly packed) 1 8-ounce container of strawberries, hulled and sliced 3 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese, diced (about 3/4 cup) 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, cut into ribbons Directions In a small bowl whisk … [Read more...]
