Pack Your Snacks: Easy Snack Options

Who is in a bind when it comes to picking out healthy snacks? I used to do the same snacks everyday, but now that I've been eating healthy for quite a while I have come up with tons of ideas. Here are a few of my faves to have at home or pack on the go

- Dales bars- very nutritionally sound protein bars. They are high in protein, low in carbs, gluten free, raw, vegan, and DELICIOUS. I have one a day! My favorite flavors are peanut butter fudge, mint chocolate chip, graham cracker, and vanilla cashew! BUY HERE

- Green Smoothies: there are so many varieties you can make. They are so fast to make and drink on the go! Green smoothies are my favorite, because they can be whatever you want them to. My favorites are these. Here's another.

-Hummus and veggies: I love packing veggies and hummus in my purse when I am running around. A cup of veggies (carrots,cucumber, tomato, beets, califlour, broccoli, bell pepper, etc) always goes well with some delicious hummus. You can make your own, or go to a health food store and stock up on your favorite organic hummus. Make this one, or this one at home.

- Fruit with chia seeds: Chia seeds are great to throw in to your diet. They are packed with nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, carbohydrates, protein, fiber, antioxidants, and calcium. Soak your chia seeds in water then you can top them on your favorite fresh organic fruit! My favorites right now are a combo of plums, peaches, nectarine, and mango.

-Kale chips: I have been obsessed with kale chips lately. I have made them at home, but have also tried these and these and have been completely blown away by how tasty they are! These are filled with fiber and nutrients so stock up!

- Nut butter and fruit: sometimes keeping it quick and simple is the way to go. I love grabbing an apple or banana and spreading a nut butter on it. Lately I've been trying new kinds of nut butters, and my favorites are walnut, cashew, and pecan.

-Hard boiled eggs: if you hard boil some free range organic eggs and keep them in your fridge, they can be the perfect grab-and-go along with nuts or a piece of fruit! 

Thea's Summer Kale Smoothie

It's time I share another smoothie recipe! I literally have a green smoothie almost every day. Green smoothies are nutrient rich drinks, that seriously taste delicious! They are sweet, creamy, and whatever you want them to be.

I made one today, and had to share!

• Feel free to add a whole banana, or switch up the banana with any other desired fruit.
• The protein powder I used today is called Dale's and you can buy it here.  
• I like to enjoy my green smoothies as a breakfast, snack, post-workout, or sweet treat at night!

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Thea's Mango Avocado Salsa

This is an UBER quick recipe that is definitely multi-use. I love mango salsa, especially fresh.

Some uses:
On top of omelets
Baked on fish as a relish
Dip
On tacos
In stir-frys
Salad Dressing

Ingredients:
2 mangoes
2 tomatoes
1/2 white onion
1 avocado

1. Slice and dice all 4 ingredients.
2. Mix in a bowl.
3. Serve.

Thea's Summer Meatless Ceviche

Nothing more refreshing than sitting outside on a summer day eating some refreshing ceviche! I decided to try something new today, after busting up a coconut and drinking the water. I wanted to make a new recipe w the coconut meat! I looked at what I got at the farmers market and make up something new and quite tasty!

Ingredients:
1 coconut
1/2 large mango
1/2 avocado
1/2 grapefruit

1. First you'll need a big knife to but open your coconut!! You want to make a big rectangle or square shaped hole so you can fit a spoon in.
2. Once the coconut is busted open you need to drink the coconut water, or pour it in a jar and store it.
3. Scrape out the coconut meat in to a bowl.
4. Add 1/2 diced avocado to the bowl.
5. Add 1/2 Of a sliced mango in to the bowl.
6. Cut open a grapefruit and squeeze the juice atop of the bowl.
7. Serve and enjoy!