Category: Appetizers & Snacks
Carrot, Apple & Date Muffins
Think something like carrot cake but way better and way better for you. Top notch – these babies are incredibly scrumptious and keep the fam reaching for more while mom sits there sipping her coffee counting all the fruits and veg they’re getting from the start of their day. These muffins make a great, quick breakfast! Recipe yields 12 muffins. Try them paired with … Read More Carrot, Apple & Date Muffins
Chocolateasy Energy Bites
If you happened to have your eye out for a super easy, power-packed snack to drop in the kids lunch boxes (or have stashed in the fridge), look no further. These definitely fit the bill. …and don’t you dare set out to make them yourself! Our kids had a blast getting in the kitchen to help make these! Makes roughly 50-55 Ingredients 2 cups … Read More Chocolateasy Energy Bites
Super Simple Snack Ideas
“Glazed” Pears Pears, Simple Honey Cream Sauce, & Cinnamon Thinly slice pears. Drizzle with Simple Honey Cream Sauce and sprinkle with cinnamon. Stuffed Dates (Medjool) Dates & Almond Butter Remove pits from dates and fill with almond butter. A serving is 4 and a perfect treat. Bananas with Coconut “Sprinkles” Banana, Unsweetened Shredded Coconut, Hemp Hearts (Optional), Psyllium Husk Powder (optional)*, & Honey Slice … Read More Super Simple Snack Ideas
Happy Hummus Wraps
So easy, a 3 year old can do them! Mix it. Match it. Make it your own. Enjoy! Ingredients Romaine Lettuce Leaves Favorite Hummus Sliced Black Olives Sprouts Sliced Sweet Pepper Chopped Broccoli Florets Artichoke Hearts Whatever else floats your little boat Instructions Lay Romaine leaves flat on prep surface. Schmear ’em good with hummus. *Sprinkle* on the goods. Roll leaves over and cup … Read More Happy Hummus Wraps
Blushing Bruschetta
Ingredients 2 Medium Tomatoes, diced, excess liquid discarded 1-2 Garlic Cloves, minced 1 tbsp + 1 tsp Fresh, Finely Chopped Basil Leaves 2 ½ tsp Fresh, Finely Chopped Oregano 2-2 ½ tsp Red Wine Vinegar or Balsamic Vinegar 1 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil ¼ – ½ tsp Fine Sea Salt Pinch of Stevia (optional) Pepper, to taste Instructions Place all ingredients in a … Read More Blushing Bruschetta
Raw “Sweet BBQ” Zucchini Chips
Who doesn’t love a good BBQ chip or 10 alongside a summer sandwich, salad or wrap? We just love that we can enjoy these without the indigestion. Fire it up for summer, by all means, but let’s keep it cool on the esophagus, shall we? Short on time? Substitute these spices with you favorite prepared BBQ rub. Start with a scant tablespoon and adjust as … Read More Raw “Sweet BBQ” Zucchini Chips
Raw “Cheesy” Kale Chips
My kids LOVE these! Seriously! Think your kids would never eat kale? Think again! These just might be the solution you’ve been looking for! These babies are loaded with nutrients and enzymes to nourish the family’s health rather than steal from it. They’re so good, its totally common for half of them to be gone before they’re even fully done. Ingredients 2 Heads of … Read More Raw “Cheesy” Kale Chips
Face-Rawk Guac
I have to say, out of all the guacamole recipes that can be found, this one ranks high amongst my favorites! This recipe only has a little cilantro as my husband is not too fond of it. Be sure to add more to suit your tastes. Ingredients 3 Avocados, halved and seeded 1 Lime, juiced 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cumin 1/4-1/2 teaspoon Chipotle or Cayenne … Read More Face-Rawk Guac
Basic Raw Flax Crackers
Looking for an easy way to add in more incredible omega 3’s with fiber and a wealth of other nutrients? This could be your new backup plan. Makes 1 large tray Ingredients 2 cups Golden or Brown Flax Seeds 2½ cups Water 2 tbsp Bragg’s Liquid Aminos Instructions Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Allow to set for 1 hour or until flax … Read More Basic Raw Flax Crackers
This & That Fruit Flats
Breakfast, snacks, treats… whatever. It’s all the same with these. Ingredients Apples, Pears, and/or Bananas Peanut Butter or Nut Butter of choice Raisins, Craisins, chopped Dates, and/or any other choice dried fruits Hemp Hearts, optional Instructions Slice apples and/or pears into 1/4” thick slices or to desired thickness. I like to do this holding the fruit sideways, lessening the waste. Alternatively, if you’re going … Read More This & That Fruit Flats
Red Lentil Hummus
Adapted from Plant-Powered Families by Dreena Burton (seriously chock full of delicious recipes!) This is delicious alternative to traditional hummus, picking more up on the flavors of the coriander instead of cumin. Loaded with protein and incredibly easy to make, I couldn’t pass up sharing this with you! Ingredients 1 cup Dry Red Lentils 2 cups Water 1-2 medium-large Cloves of Garlic 3 1/2 -4 tbsp … Read More Red Lentil Hummus
Pesto Italiano/French Pistou
Pesto Italiano Ingredients 40 Fresh Basil Leaves (roughly 2 cups, gently packed) 3 Garlic Cloves, chopped ¼ c Pine Nuts (or just shy of) 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil, reserved ½ tsp Salt ¼ tsp Fresh Cracked Pepper *The classic recipes for both pesto and pistou of these call for shredded cheese. Pesto often calls for parmesan or Asiago and Pistou for aged … Read More Pesto Italiano/French Pistou
Raw “Caramel” Apple Dip
Ingredients 2 tbsp Creamy Raw Almond Butter 2 tbsp Raw Honey 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Dash of Pumpkin Pie Spice, Apple Pie Spice or Cinnamon Instructions Place all ingredients in a bowl and stir to combine. Enjoy immediately with apples or other dipping fruits of choice.
Downright Divine Vanilla Nut Butter
Rich. Sweet. Creamy. Delicious. Go ahead and do yourself a favor and double or triple this recipe to have some to enjoy later (or share, maybe). This is really good served alongside fruit or may be spread across your favorite bread. Ingredients 1/3 cup Raw Almond Butter 1 tsp Vanilla Extract 2 tbsp + 2 tsp Honey Scant Pinch of Sea Salt Instructions Combine … Read More Downright Divine Vanilla Nut Butter
Simple Honey Cream Sauce
This sauce is so easy and adds such a delicious, creamy touch to most any fruit or breakfast dish. Ingredients 3/4 cup Cashews 2 tbsp Honey 1/4 cup + 1 tbsp Water Instructions Blend all ingredients until very smooth. Pour over fresh fruit or breakfast tarts. For best results, pre-soak cashews at least one hour prior to blending and omit or reduce water added … Read More Simple Honey Cream Sauce
Sweet Walnut Spread
Ingredients 10 Walnuts, shelled and soaked 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon 3 Tbsp Water A small grating of Fresh Nutmeg or a dash of Ground Nutmeg 1-2 tsp Honey (optional) Instructions Process all ingredients until well mixed and smooth, scraping down as needed. Transfer to a small bowl. Spread over fruit or use it as a dip. *It is possible to make this without pre-soaking … Read More Sweet Walnut Spread
Tabbouleh
Love this dish! So good and perfect for enjoying while basking in the sun with friends! Serves 2-4 Ingredients ¼ cup Bulgur (preferably no. 3 or 4) 2 small Lemons, juice only 3 cups finely chopped Fresh Curly Leaf Parsley (approx. 1½ -2 bunches) ½ cup finely chopped Fresh Mint Leaves ½ lb Ripe Tomatoes (3 Romas), finely diced 1 large Onion, finely chopped … Read More Tabbouleh
Quick Cuke Salad
Fresh and Refreshing can hardly get any faster or easier. Total chop’n’go action here… Ingredients 4 Cucumbers, peeled, quartered lengthwise and chopped 4 Green Onions, sliced 1 Large Tomato, diced 1 Red Pepper, diced 1/2 Head of Romaine, chiffonade 4 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil 4 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar Salt & Pepper, to taste Preparation Place all ingredients in a large mixing … Read More Quick Cuke Salad
Black-Eyed Pea Salad
Yeah, you heard me. B l a c k – E y e d P e a S a l a d . Seriously, this is my favorite way to eat black-eyed peas. Like, just leave the fork in the dish and back off. I’ll be done when it’s gone. Okay?! Ingredients 4 cups cooked & cooled Black-Eyed Peas ¾ Red Pepper, Diced ¾ … Read More Black-Eyed Pea Salad
Crisp Apple & Walnut Chickpea Salad
Where sweet & savory meet scrumptious – this makes a fun dish with delightful textures. INGREDIENTS 3 cups cooked or 2 cans (15oz) Chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed 1 cup small diced Apple (I used Fuji but go with whichever kind suits your fancy) 1/2 cup Celery, diced 1/2 cup Organic Dried Cranberries (chopped fresh would be great too) 1/2 cup Walnuts or … Read More Crisp Apple & Walnut Chickpea Salad
