Berry Delicious Breakfast
This recipe is jam packed full of goodness that will delight your taste buds, satisfy your appitite and give you plenty of energy .. It is so quick and easy to make .. it is a total breakfast winner .....
you will need:
INGREDIENTS
1 banana, sliced
1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or your milk of choice)
1 heaped tablespoon psyllium husk
1 - 2 tablespoons protein powder (I highly recommend Botanika Blends Plant Protein cacao hazelnut flavour... sooo good!)
1 tablespoon peanut butter (optional)
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1 handful blueberries (i use frozen ones)
METHOD
1. Blend banana, milk, psyllium husks, protein powder and peanut butter until smooth
2. Pour into clean jar (that has a lid)
3. Add chia seeds and berries - gently stir, lid on tight and shake, shake, shake
4. Pop in the fridge for at least 30 minutes but best overnight ... ENJOY!
Notes:
To serve pop some slices of fresh fruit and/or some crunchy granola (see earlier recipe) I promise you will make this again and again, it's that good
Bestest Breakfast on the the go or on the slow
Well it has been too long between recipes .. not for lack of inspiration, actually its the opposite ... I've been too busy cooking ... preferring my kitchen to my computer!! But here we go .. I'm back with an amazingly easy no cook, no fuss breakfast that I am loving. I have been inspired lately by two books.. one is Ayurveda Lifestyle Wisdom by Acharya Shunya and from this I have been been inspired to create some Ayurvedic deliciousness .. soul deliciousness :) This breakfast ticks all the boxes, it's high in protein, fibre and taste .. ENJOY
Almond Overnight Oats
Serves 2 (one for you and a friend or two mornings worth of breakfasts!)
Ingredients
1 cup rolled oats
2 tablespoons chia seeds
2 cups almond milk (I use Nutty Bruce Activated Almond milk ~delicious)
2 tablespoons almond butter
2 medjool dates
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspooon ground cardamon (optional)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 pinch sea salt
Method
1. In the evening, divide the oats and chia seeds equally into two jars with tight fitting lids
2. Put the rest of ingredients in a blender and blend on high until ingredients are truly well mixed (like a smoothie)
3. Pour liquid mixture evenly into the jars over the oats and chia seeds. Seal jars and shake well... the secret is to shake, shake, shake.
4. Store overnight at room temperature - I pop mine in the pantry.
5. In the morning you can eat your breakfast straight from the jar - add some blueberries or coconut flakes. I prefer my straight up ..
Note: you can substitute coconut milk or cows milk instead of almond milk if that it your thing!
Well it has been too long between recipes .. not for lack of inspiration, actually its the opposite ... I've been too busy cooking ... preferring my kitchen to my computer!! But here we go .. I'm back with an amazingly easy no cook, no fuss breakfast that I am loving. I have been inspired lately by two books.. one is Ayurveda Lifestyle Wisdom by Acharya Shunya and from this I have been been inspired to create some Ayurvedic deliciousness .. soul deliciousness :) This breakfast ticks all the boxes, it's high in protein, fibre and taste .. ENJOY
Almond Overnight Oats
Serves 2 (one for you and a friend or two mornings worth of breakfasts!)
Ingredients
1 cup rolled oats
2 tablespoons chia seeds
2 cups almond milk (I use Nutty Bruce Activated Almond milk ~delicious)
2 tablespoons almond butter
2 medjool dates
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspooon ground cardamon (optional)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 pinch sea salt
Method
1. In the evening, divide the oats and chia seeds equally into two jars with tight fitting lids
2. Put the rest of ingredients in a blender and blend on high until ingredients are truly well mixed (like a smoothie)
3. Pour liquid mixture evenly into the jars over the oats and chia seeds. Seal jars and shake well... the secret is to shake, shake, shake.
4. Store overnight at room temperature - I pop mine in the pantry.
5. In the morning you can eat your breakfast straight from the jar - add some blueberries or coconut flakes. I prefer my straight up ..
Note: you can substitute coconut milk or cows milk instead of almond milk if that it your thing!
Great Start Green Smoothie
Did you know that smoothies with loads of greens are rich in absorbable iron and also extremely alkaline? The chlorophyll cleanses and hydrates your intestines ... and with a addition of you favourite fruit extremely delicious ... soul delicious ;)
Ingredients
Mango sliced
1/2 apple cored & cubed
Small handful of continental parsley
Larger handful spinach leaves (or kale or a mix of both)
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1/2 cup coconut water
1/2 cup filtered water (add more if needed)
Method
Put all ingredients into you high speed blender and blend until your desired consistency - add more water if too thick.
Did you know that smoothies with loads of greens are rich in absorbable iron and also extremely alkaline? The chlorophyll cleanses and hydrates your intestines ... and with a addition of you favourite fruit extremely delicious ... soul delicious ;)
Ingredients
Mango sliced
1/2 apple cored & cubed
Small handful of continental parsley
Larger handful spinach leaves (or kale or a mix of both)
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1/2 cup coconut water
1/2 cup filtered water (add more if needed)
Method
Put all ingredients into you high speed blender and blend until your desired consistency - add more water if too thick.
Light, delicious, grain-free gluten-free museli
This museli is so easy and such a great way to start your day
Ingredients
6 dates
Handful of almonds
1 orange, juiced (or apple juice)
2 tablespoons shredded coconut
1 apple, cubed
Method
NOTE: To soak almonds and dates you can use apple juice, chai or just filtered water
Ingredients
6 dates
Handful of almonds
1 orange, juiced (or apple juice)
2 tablespoons shredded coconut
1 apple, cubed
Method
- Soak almonds and dates in orange juice - for a minimum of 10 minutes
- Drain dates and almonds and place with all remaining ingredients in your blender
- Blend for 7 seconds - and that's it!!! You can blend for less than 7 seconds if you like it more chunky ;)
NOTE: To soak almonds and dates you can use apple juice, chai or just filtered water
Love Chia Seeds - Easy & delicious breakfast Chia pudding
I have been having a secret love affair with Chia seeds!!! I make this easy pudding for breakfast but make extra so I can have a little on the side through out the day.
Ingredients: 1 banana (or mango) 2 cups unsweetened almond milk 1/2 cup of chia seeds Blend banana and almond milk then add chia seeds. Cover and pop in the fridge for at least 20 minutes. (Sometimes I add a teaspoon of raw cacao when blending to give a chocolate flavour...extra yum!) I served mine with some slices of mango and banana and sprinkled some cinnamon over the top ... so good! |
Light, Divine Pancakes - Breakfast Delight
ALMOND & CACAO PANCAKES
These would have to be the most delicious pancakes I have ever cooked ... I know its a big claim but they really are so light and wholesome...especially with the addition of some wicked raw cacao and my new favourite topping Loving Earth's Organic Coconut Paste...OMG divine for the taste buds!
Ingredients:
2 eggs
1/2 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
1 medium banana , mashed
pinch of salt
big generous pinch of cinnamon
1/4 cup of water
1/4 teaspoon bicarb of soda
1 cup almond meal
1 generous teaspoon raw cacao (optional)
A little coconut oil for frying.
Method:
Dom
The base of this recipe is from Wholesome Cook website
These would have to be the most delicious pancakes I have ever cooked ... I know its a big claim but they really are so light and wholesome...especially with the addition of some wicked raw cacao and my new favourite topping Loving Earth's Organic Coconut Paste...OMG divine for the taste buds!
Ingredients:
2 eggs
1/2 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
1 medium banana , mashed
pinch of salt
big generous pinch of cinnamon
1/4 cup of water
1/4 teaspoon bicarb of soda
1 cup almond meal
1 generous teaspoon raw cacao (optional)
A little coconut oil for frying.
Method:
- Whisk eggs with apple cider vinegar
- Add banana, salt, cinnamon and water and mix well
- Add bicarb of soda, almond meal and cacao and mix well.
- Heat 1 tablespoon coconut oil in large fry pan over medium heat and add your desired size pancake. I like to cook small ones. Cook for about 2 minutes until bottom of pancake is golden brown, flip and cook other side.
- Remove from pan and eat immediately with your favourite topping. I love to add Loving Earth's Coconut Paste, slice of banana and a sprinkle of cinnamon!
Dom
The base of this recipe is from Wholesome Cook website
Simply Delicious Breakfast Granola (or for lunch, morning tea ...)
This is a wonderful breakfast recipe ... I made a batch this morning and had it for morning tea and lunch!!! You can have it on its own, with fruit salad, yogurt, over porridge ... endless options!
Firstly, preheat oven on very slow heat about
120 degrees C.
Then place in a small saucepan:
70 grams coconut palm sugar
100 mL honey
1/4 teaspoon vanilla essence
2 tablespoons coconut oil
Mix ingredients and slowly bring to the boil.
Remove from heat.
Then mix together in large bowl:
500 grams rolled oats
75 g shredded coconut
175 g raw almonds, chopped
100 g Brazil nuts chopped
60 g sunflower seeds
60 g pumpkin seeds
Pour the hot honey mix over the oat and nuts mixture.
Stir thoroughly.
Spread out evenly on greased baking tray and bake for about 40 minutes or until golden brown.
Helpful notes:
Stir once or twice as it cooks.
Keep an eye on this as it bakes as it can burn quickly.
It is good to cook at this low heat so that oats and nuts cook evenly.
Remove from oven once all over golden brown and allow to cool on tray.
Once cool keep in an airtight container - should last for just over a month.
Firstly, preheat oven on very slow heat about
120 degrees C.
Then place in a small saucepan:
70 grams coconut palm sugar
100 mL honey
1/4 teaspoon vanilla essence
2 tablespoons coconut oil
Mix ingredients and slowly bring to the boil.
Remove from heat.
Then mix together in large bowl:
500 grams rolled oats
75 g shredded coconut
175 g raw almonds, chopped
100 g Brazil nuts chopped
60 g sunflower seeds
60 g pumpkin seeds
Pour the hot honey mix over the oat and nuts mixture.
Stir thoroughly.
Spread out evenly on greased baking tray and bake for about 40 minutes or until golden brown.
Helpful notes:
Stir once or twice as it cooks.
Keep an eye on this as it bakes as it can burn quickly.
It is good to cook at this low heat so that oats and nuts cook evenly.
Remove from oven once all over golden brown and allow to cool on tray.
Once cool keep in an airtight container - should last for just over a month.
Most delicious way to start your day - Cinnamon & Cacao Granola
I have worked out I can not do 'oats' anymore - major bloating and stomach discomfort so I found this recipe and it is so delicious I just had to share it with you. The milk at the end is like a chocolate milkshake - only this one is sooo good for you. This vegan recipe is gluten free & dairy free. Let me know what you think of it.
Ingredients
150 grams coconut flakes
80 grams pepitas
80 grams sesame seeds
80 grams chia seeds
125 grams pecans, roughly chopped
80 mL honey (or rice syrup or coconut nectar)
60 mL coconut oil, melted
1/2 teaspoon sea salt flakes
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
2 tablespoons cacao powder
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 cup quinoa flakes (optional)
Method:
Helpful Hints:
I also threw into the mixing bowl a handful of chopped raw almonds and another of sunflower seeds.
Once cooled you can also add dried fruits such as goji berries
Recipe thanks to The Whole Pantry App
Ingredients
150 grams coconut flakes
80 grams pepitas
80 grams sesame seeds
80 grams chia seeds
125 grams pecans, roughly chopped
80 mL honey (or rice syrup or coconut nectar)
60 mL coconut oil, melted
1/2 teaspoon sea salt flakes
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
2 tablespoons cacao powder
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 cup quinoa flakes (optional)
Method:
- Preheat oven 125 degrees Celsius
- Place all ingredients (except quinoa flakes) in a large bowl and mix well to coat evenly
- Line large tray with baking paper and evenly place ingredients over tray
- Bake for 40 minutes - turning a couple of times during cooking
- Remove from oven and add quinoa flakes. Allow to cool before placing in airtight container.
- Serve with freshly sliced banana (or fruits of your choice) and cold milk (soy or almond)
Helpful Hints:
I also threw into the mixing bowl a handful of chopped raw almonds and another of sunflower seeds.
Once cooled you can also add dried fruits such as goji berries
Recipe thanks to The Whole Pantry App
New Breakfast Favourite ~ Paleo Porridge
This is a simply scrumptious way to start the day ~ ticks all the boxes delicious, nutritious & easy peasy
Ingredients
1 large ripe banana, mashed
1 cup coconut cream
1/2 cup water
3/4 cup almond meal
1/4 cup flax meal
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ginger
Good big pinch of each ~ ground cloves, nutmeg & sea salt
Coconut nectar or honey ~ sweeten to your desire!!
Toppings ~ such as blue berries, coconut flakes, coconut yogurt or granola (see February 2014 posts for best ever granola recipe)
Method
Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan & heat slowly, stirring until deliciously thick.
Add more water if too thick for your liking
Serve with your favourite topping & devour gracefully !!!! ;-)
Hint: we grind the almonds ourselves, using a small spice grinder (it makes about a cup at a time) ... tastes so much better
Ingredients
1 large ripe banana, mashed
1 cup coconut cream
1/2 cup water
3/4 cup almond meal
1/4 cup flax meal
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ginger
Good big pinch of each ~ ground cloves, nutmeg & sea salt
Coconut nectar or honey ~ sweeten to your desire!!
Toppings ~ such as blue berries, coconut flakes, coconut yogurt or granola (see February 2014 posts for best ever granola recipe)
Method
Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan & heat slowly, stirring until deliciously thick.
Add more water if too thick for your liking
Serve with your favourite topping & devour gracefully !!!! ;-)
Hint: we grind the almonds ourselves, using a small spice grinder (it makes about a cup at a time) ... tastes so much better
Just gotta love a green smoothie
I just love my morning green smoothie - you can feel the goodness being soaked into your beautiful body. I am so blessed to be able to wander into my garden and pick some fresh greens and pop them straight into my little Ninja blender (you can use any powerful blender). There is no exact recipe for smoothies just make sure that you have at least 60% greens and not large amounts of fruit so as not to have to much fruit sugars. You can choose ingredients to suit your tastes (or whatever you have in your fridge or vege garden) but greens are a must! Green smoothies are great for your overall health but in particular your digestive system as well as your skin.
These are the ingredients I used this morning ...
Handful of greens - spinach, beetroot leaves, continental parsley
1/2 cucumber
1/2 banana
1/2 mango
Tablespoon spiralina
1 cup coconut water
1 cup filtered water
Method
Blend all ingredients until smooth.
You can add a couple of ice cubes to your blender to chill it!
Smoothies will keep in the fridge for two days
These are the ingredients I used this morning ...
Handful of greens - spinach, beetroot leaves, continental parsley
1/2 cucumber
1/2 banana
1/2 mango
Tablespoon spiralina
1 cup coconut water
1 cup filtered water
Method
Blend all ingredients until smooth.
You can add a couple of ice cubes to your blender to chill it!
Smoothies will keep in the fridge for two days