Chia Pudding Recipe

Chia pudding is all the rave right now. I love it sooo much. It's tasty, healthy & is super affordable to make!

Here's my new favorite recipe:

Ingredients:

1 cup almond coconut milk

3 tbsp chia seeds

2 shakes cinnamon

1 shake nutmeg 

1 shake allspice 

1 packet Truvia (or you can use honey/agave)

Fresh fruit (today I went with Blackberries)

1. Put 3 tbsp of chia seeds I n small mason jar or cup that has a lid

2. Pour (while mixing with a spoon) in almond milk.

3. Add spices and stevia & mix with spoon.

4. Put the lid on and vigorously shake (shake it like a Polaroid pictureee🎶)

5. Let this sit for a few hours, I usually let it sit overnight

6. Shake again before opening

7. Top with fresh fruit

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Peanut Butter Chia Seed Pudding

Ingredients:

2 tbsp chia seeds

1 c almond milk

1 banana

1 tbsp peanut butter

1. Mash the banana in a bowl. 

2. Stir in chia seeds and peanut butter. 

3. Whisk in the almond milk until combined. 

4. Place in the fridge overnight to thicken and for the seeds to expand.

5. Enjoy! 

Mango Green Smoothie

I'm back from Vaca!!!! This means back to my extra healthy meals. My first stop was Project Juice, second was a long bridge walk, then my third was coffee, and I finally ended up at the grocery store.

Here's what I blended up! 

1/2 coconut water 

1/2 c unsweetened almond milk

1/2 c mango

1 scoop vega 

2 cups kale 

Ice 

Blend them up and enjoy 

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I am absolutely obsessed delicious local organic food. I am even more crazy about nut butters. Now getting a local, organic, raw, & delicious nut butter is HEAVEN! 

I have teamed up with Artisana Organics to hook you up with some healthy deliciousness. 

What is the best way to eat nut butters?

- Ezekiel bread, cinnamon, & nut butter

- Blended in with your favorite green smoothie

- Stirred in to your morning oatmeal

- Sandwiched between an apple

- on some rice cakes before a workout

- topped on homemade banana ice cream 

- on some dates

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Peanut Butter Apple Sandwich

This is too yummy to pass up. As Halloween is right around the corner caramel apples are everywhere! I felt like making myself a snack, but thought of a peanut butter apple instead of caramel.

As I suspected, it's delicious! 

Ingredients:

1 red apple

1 green apple

Organic PB, almond butter, walnut butter, or cashew butter.

Directions:

1. Cut out the core of your apples

2. Slice your apple in to 4 or 5 chunks horizontally

3. Take the bottom piece of your red apple and slather nut butter on it

4. Place a green apple slice on top then repeat until you have a fully stacked apple sandwich

5. This makes 2, but you can grab more apples to make a bunch! 

Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries

When sweet potato fries are on a menu, it's seriously hard for me to resist ordering them. I also crave super crispy fries! When my family asked me to make a side dish for our dinner this weekend I knew exactly what I wanted... Sweet Potato Fries

Ingredients:

Sweet Potatoes or Yams 

Salt & pepper

Optional: Extra virgin olive oil

Optional: lemon, rosemary, thyme 

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

2. Spray a cookie sheet with Extra Virgin olive oil.

3. Peel yams 

4. Thinly slice yams, in to "fry" shaped strips.

5. Spray& toss yams with olive oil and spices.

6. Bake for 15-20 minutes (20 minutes+ for crispy fries) 

Creamy Green Smoothie

This smoothie is too delicious not to share! Seriously, just try it! 

2 cups spinach 

1/2 avocado

1 scoop vanilla vegan protein

1/2 c frozen mango

1 c coconut water

1 cup ice

Directions:

1. Place ingredients in blender.

2. Blend.

3. Serve.

Sweet Treat Smoothie

I always crave a little something sweet before bed, and tonight I decided to fulfill that craving... Guilt-free! I made this smoothie that is so simple, yet so creamy and delicious! 

This recipe can be enjoyed for breakfast,

as a snack, post-workout,or before bed!

Ingredients:

1/2 Banana (frozen is even better)

1 scoop vegan chocolate protein 

1 cup almond milk

1 tbsp flaxseed ( you can also use chia, or hemp seeds)

1 cup ice

1. In a blender mix all ingredients until they are blended smooth.

2. Enjoy!

Cocoa & Mint Mojito

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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Morning Greens: Smoothie Time

With the warmer weather I have been craving refreshing fruity drinks. I decided make a fruity recipe and add greens for an extra boost of nutrients! Try this recipe, or get creative and make your own!

Ingredients:
4 Large strawberries
1 cup almond milk
1 tbsp flaxseed
1 shot wheatgrass (or spirulina powder)
1 scoop protein powder (my favorite Dale's Protein Powder)

Directions:

1. In your Vitamix or Nutribullet blend all ingredients!

Simple, and delicious.

Thea's Choco-PB-nana Shake

This is heaven in a cup, and isn't even a cheat meal!

Ingredients:
1/2 banana
1 scoop choc protein
1 tbsp cacao
1 c almond milk
1 tbsp peanut butter
1 c ice

HEAVEN, and under 300 calories!!

Chunky Monkey Shake or Ice Cream

I've done it again!

I made something that I can't even believe tastes so good. One of those drinks you take a sip of, and then it's gone, and you have a shake mustache.

Today, I made a little blend of heaven.

Chunky Monkey Shake

1 scoop lifetime protein (chocolate)
1 frozen banana
1 tbsp. cacao powder
1 tbsp. undated almond butter (or any other nut butter)
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 cup ice

1. In a blender add all ingredients.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Drink up!

Thea's Sweet & Nutty Snack Spread

Yum, yum, yum!!!!! I just made this, and had to post right away!

Ingredients:
2 Tbsp. Raw Almond Butter
2 Tbsp. Greek yogurt
1/2 Tbsp. Stevia (optional)

USES:
Spread on ezekiel bread, rice cakes, or crackers
Spread on your favorite Protein Pancake, Homemade Protein Bar, or egg whites.
Dip (dates, banana, apple slices)
Blend with protein powder!

My Favorite Multi-use Raw Dip/Spread

If you know me or have read my blog I am sure you are aware of my sweet tooth. I seriously love making clean treats! Today I made, what may now be my favorite "condiment". I am going to put this sh** on everything, and I can't even wait!!!

This dip/spread can go on so many things!!

 

Ingredients:

1Tbsp. Raw Almond Butter

1 Tbsp. Raw Coconut Butter

1 Tbsp. Raw Cacao powder

2 Tbsp. Unsweetened Almond Milk

1/2 Tbsp. Stevia (optional)

 

USES:

• Spread on ezekiel bread, rice cakes, or crackers
• Spread on your favorite Protein Pancake, Homemade Protein Bar, or egg whites.
• Dip (dates, banana, apple slices)
• Blend with protein powder!

What do you think?

 

 

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.

Baked Sweet Potato Fries

I am in love with fries, but let's get real I am not trying to eat a ton of fried food! I love yams and sweet potatoes because they are rich in potassium,Vitamin A, Vitamin B, and Vitamin C. Yams are also great, because they are lower on the Glycemic Index so they don't effect your blood sugar levels as much as say a white baked potato! Try out this recipe, and see if you can switch in the fried foods for this deliciously baked treat!

Ingredients:
Peeled Yams (I cooked in bulk and used 3)
Sea Salt
Pepper
Spices (I used Chili powder, and garlic)

1. Preheat oven to 450
2. Spray a baking sheet with non-stick spray
3. Cut thin slices of yam then lay them on baking sheet.
4. Spice your yams however you'd like, heavy or light!
5. Bake for 30 minutes or until done, sometimes I like mine extra crispy and keep them in longer!

You can enjoy these as a snack, or pair them with a meal!

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!