Recipes

Almond Milk Quinoa Breakfast

Almond Milk Quinoa Breakfast

This vegan and gluten-free breakfast takes about 25 minutes total to make. Quinoa is a type of whole grains that is high in fiber and protein, making it a great way to kick-start your metabolism in the morning. Honey and the fruit of your choice will sweeten this treat to your liking.
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Ingredients

  • 4 cups of almond milk
  • 1 cup of mixed quinoa red, black and white varieties in equal parts
  • 2 tbsp. of pistachios or other nut of your choosing slivered
  • 10 oz. of fresh strawberries and/or any of your favorite fruit sliced
  • Honey as sweetener

Instructions

  • Over low heat, warm almond milk in a sauce pan.
  • After about 2 minutes, you can add in the quinoa mix.
  • Cook in low heat, about 15 minutes, gently stirring so the quinoa does not clump, until cooked through and there is some almond milk left.
  • Remove from the heat.
  • Divide into 4 equal parts in bowls.
  • Top with strawberries or your favorite fruit and the pistachios.
  • Drizzle with honey.
  • Serve.
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Course; Breakfast
Diets; Gluten-Free / Vegan

Fruity Almond Breakfast Bars

Fruity Almond Breakfast Bars

This breakfast is an excellent source of protein plus you can make them ahead of time during the weekend because they will last up to 1 week when stored. I use all organic products for this.
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Prepare your oven by preheating to 350° F.
  • Grease a 9” by 9” baking dish lightly and line with some parchment paper.
  • Put the almond butter and the mashed bananas in a small-sized pot.
  • Heat and gently stir until well combined, and then set aside.
  • Chop the apricots, blueberries, and cherries coarsely.
  • Transfer to a mixing bowl.
  • Add in the sliced almonds, oats, flax seeds, cinnamon and the sea salt.
  • Mix.
  • Fold the banana-almond butter mixture.
  • Scoop the mixture in your prepared baking dish, press to an even flat and bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Cool and cut into bars.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container for a week.
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Course; Breakfast

Almond Banana French Toast

Almond Banana French Toast

This breakfast meal is easy to prepare especially because I have a Panini press at home. But if you don’t have one, then you can just cook this in a frying pan with the aid of cooking spray. Just press on the sandwich with the back of a spatula.
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Ingredients

  • 4 slices 1.5 oz. multigrain bread
  • 2 large-sized eggs
  • 1/4 cup of unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp. of ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp. of almond butter
  • 4 tsp. maple syrup
  • 1 piece banana
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  • In a shallow bowl, crack the egg.
  • Add in the almond milk, cinnamon, and the vanilla extract.
  • Whisk to combine.
  • In another bowl, mix the maple syrup and the almond butter.
  • Set aside.
  • Cut the banana into 4 thin lengthwise slices and then cut crosswise.
  • Set aside.
  • Spread the almond butter mix evenly across two bread slices.
  • Top with 4 banana slices and cover with the remaining bread slices.
  • If you are a using a Panini press, then preheat to 425° or high heat.
  • Dip the sandwiches in the egg mix.
  • Drip the excess egg mix.
  • Lightly coat the panini grill plates with the cooking spray
  • Arrange the sandwiches in the press.
  • Close and press to gently flatten, and cook for about 3-4 minutes, until brown.
  • Place on a cutting board and cut diagonally in half.
  • Serve hot.
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Course; Bread / Fruit

Almond-Banana Pancakes

Almond-Banana Pancakes

I just quadruple the amount of ingredients, cut the bananas into thick coins, and then blend everything until smooth for a fast breakfast for the whole family with a serving of blueberries on the side and a drizzle of honey plus a glass of milk.
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Ingredients

  • 1 medium-sized banana mashed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup of almond meal
  • 1/2 tsp. baking powder optional

Instructions

  • Put all the ingredients in a small bowl mix thoroughly until there are no more lumps and smooth.
  • Heat the pan on medium heat and then coat with non-stick spray.
  • Pour about 2 tablespoons of batter in the pan and cook for about 1 minute.
  • Flip and then cook for 1 minute on the other side.

Notes & Wine Advice

The batter will be slightly thinner than the normal pancake batter so you won’t need as much to make 1 pancake.
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Course; Pancake’s / Crepes

No-Bake Healthy Granola Bars

No-Bake Healthy Granola Bars

This healthy and sweet granola bar for breakfast is especially very easy to make since there is no need to bake the mix. For those who want a gluten-free vegan version, just use gluten-free rolled oats and substitute the honey with agave or maple syrup.
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup of packed dates pitted
  • ¼ cup honey
  • ¼ cup creamy and salted natural butter peanut or almond
  • 1 cup unsalted roasted almonds chopped loosely
  • 1 ½ cups of rolled oats
  • Add-ins: banana chips chocolate chips, nuts, dried fruit, vanilla, etc.

Instructions

  • Add the dates in a food processor or blender and then mix for about 1 minute, until you get small bits, forming a dough-like consistency.
  • Place the dates, oats, and almonds in a bowl.
  • Mix and then set aside.
  • In a small saucepan, warm the honey and the peanut butter on low heat.
  • Stir the honey and peanut mix.
  • Pour the date mix.
  • Stir to break up the dates and disperse them thoroughly.
  • Once the mixed is thoroughly combined, transfer to a small pan or an 8” by 8” dish lined with parchment paper or plastic wrap so you can easily lift the bars out when cooked.
  • Press down on the mixture until you flatten them evenly.
  • Cover with plastic wrap or parchment paper.
  • Put in the freezer for about 15-20 minutes until the mixture hardens.
  • Remove bars from the dish or the pan.
  • Chop into 10 equal sized bars.
  • You can store them in an airtight container for a few days and serve during very hectic mornings.

Notes & Wine Advice

If you want a toasted tasted in your bar, then you can toast your oats for about 15 minutes in 350° F, or until golden brown.
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Course; Breakfast / Nuts

Green Chocolate Smoothie

Green Chocolate Smoothie

This very healthy green-colored but chocolate flavored smoothie is full of vitamins A and C, iron, and calcium is perfect for breakfast or light afternoon snack.
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Ingredients

  • 1 banana peeled, chopped, and frozen
  • 1 cup of spinach
  • 1/2 cup of nonfat yogurt
  • 1 cup of chocolate almond milk
  • Pinch of cinnamon

Instructions

  • Except for the cinnamon, blend everything until creamy and smooth.
  • Top with a sprinkle of cinnamon.
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Course; Chocolate / Smoothies

Chocolate-Mint Smoothie

Chocolate-Mint Smoothie

This minty chocolate flavored smoothie is packed with nutrients from the avocados and the spinach.
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups of unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 1/2 cups of fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup of fresh mint leaves
  • 2 bananas peeled, chopped, and frozen
  • 1/2 piece of an avocado frozen
  • 4 pitted medjool dates frozen
  • 2 tbsp. cacao powder

Optional:

Instructions

  • Blend the almond milk, mint, and spinach until smooth.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients and blend until smooth.
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Course; Smoothies

Green Berry Smoothie

Green Berry Smoothie

This rolled oats and almond butter combination keeps you feeling full until the next meal.
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Blend the kale, almond and the rolled oats until smooth.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients and blend until smooth.
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Course; Smoothies

Sweet and Nutty Mango Smoothie

Sweet and Nutty Mango Smoothie

This healthy breakfast on the go is perfect for that very busy weekday morning and is a good source of vitamin C, beta-carotene, and dietary fiber. Sip and you’re all set.
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Remove the mango peel, chop and put in the blender.
  • Pour in the skim milk, yogurt, almond meal, honey, and some ice cubes.
  • Blend everything together until smooth.
  • Divide into two glasses and enjoy.
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Course; Breakfast / Smoothies

Healthy Peanut Butter and Jelly Smoothie

Healthy Peanut Butter and Jelly Smoothie

The kids love the strong almond butter taste and this is definitely their favorite. This creamy smoothie is packed with phytonutrients and antioxidants.
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups of fresh spinach
  • 2 cups of unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 cups of red grapes frozen
  • 2 pieces bananas peeled, chopped, and frozen
  • 4 tbsp. of almond butter

Instructions

  • Blend the almond milk and the spinach together until smooth.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients and blend until creamy.
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Course; Breakfast / Smoothies