Banana Pineapple Protein Muffins

Banana Pineapple Protein Muffins

Blender Banana Bread Muffins

Banana Pineapple Protein Muffins

Need a great recipe to keep those over ripe bananas out of the trash? These muffins are the answer! Unlike many muffins that leave you hungry an hour later, these Banana Pineapple Breakfast Muffins are made with protein, fruit, vegetables, and healthy fats to help keep you satisfied all morning. A nutritious, yet delicious treat you and your family can enjoy for breakfast or a quick snack. Also a great option to make ahead and freeze for those busier days!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Breakfast

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients
  • 2 large bananas ripe, broken into piece
  • 1 Cup cauliflower rice frozen, defrosted
  • 1/2 cup pineapple frozen and defrosted
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 Cup cashew butter or alternative
  • 1/4 Cup maple syrup
  • 2 Teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 Teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
  • 1 box Simple Mills Pancake and Waffle Mix
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips

Method
 

Prep
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
Make
  1. In a blender combine all ingredients (except chocolate chips) until smooth.
  2. Stir in chocolate chips.
  3. Pour batter 3/4 way up a muffin pan lined with paper liners. Sprinkle tops with more chocolate chips (optional).
  4. For six large bakery style muffins bake 350°F for 45 minutes. Cook less for twelve regular muffins.

Notes

Nutrition Facts: Calories 333 Total Fat 16g Saturated Fat 2g Cholesterol 70mg Sodium 154mg Total Carbohydrates 39g Dietary Fiber 5g Total Sugars 20g Protein 12g Calcium 168mg Iron 2mg Potassium 535mg
Pineapple Beef Stir Fry

Pineapple Beef Stir Fry

Pineapple Beef Stir Fry

Pineapple Beef Stir Fry

A stir fry is a great option to put a healthy, flavorful meal on the table even on the busiest of days. Our Pineapple Beef Stir Fry is filled with protein packed beef, nutrient dense mushrooms, vitamin packed sweet bell peppers and fiber rich snap peas. And that's not all. We take the flavor profile up for this dish with the sweetness of pineapples. Everything comes together in one pan for a dinner that's short on prep and clean up time and big on delicious flavor!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course

Ingredients
  

  • 1 8 oz. can pineapple tidbits, 3 tablespoons juice reserved
  • 5 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1 Tbs low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 Tbs ketchup
  • 2 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 lb flank steak
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 3 tsp sesame oil divided
  • 1 Tbs garlic minced
  • 1 cup mushrooms sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 1 sweet pepper sliced

Method
 

Prep
  1. Cut the flank steak into strips.
  2. Mince the garlic.
  3. Slice the mushrooms and sweet pepper.
Make
  1. Whisk the reserved 3 tbsp pineapple juice, vinegar, soy sauce, ketchup, and sugar in a small bowl until smooth. Place beef in a medium bowl; toss with 2 tablespoons of the sauce. Let marinate for 20 minutes.
  2. Add cornstarch to the remaining sauce and whisk until smooth.
  3. Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Transfer the beef to the pan. Whisk any remaining marinade into the bowl of sauce. Cook the beef, stirring every 1 to 2 minutes, until tender, about 4-5 minutes. Transfer the beef to a plate.
  4. Add the remaining 1 tsp oil to the pan and heat over medium heat. Add garlic, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the mushrooms, snap peas and sweet pepper to cook, stirring often, until just tender, about 3 minutes. Pour in the sauce and cook, stirring, until thickened, about 30 seconds. Add the beef and pineapple and cook, until heated through.
  5. Serve over rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice.

Notes

Nutrition Facts: Calories 257 Total Fat 11g Saturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 70mg Sodium 232mg Total Carbohydrates 15g
Dietary Fiber 2g Total Sugars 8g Protein 26g Calcium 52mg Iron 3mg Potassium 657mg
Gluten-Free Oatmeal Cookies

Gluten-Free Oatmeal Cookies

Gluten-Free Oatmeal Cookies

Gluten-Free Oatmeal Cookies

Whether you are gluten-free or just love a delicious cookie, this recipe is a must try and likely repeat! Soft and rich cookies with sweetness from the pure maple syrup and chocolate chips. The oats give you a nice boost of fiber helping with steady energy levels. These cookies are quick to put together and bake in 10-12 minutes, so they are a great option for a healthy, homemade snack that taste oh so good. You can customize these with different add-ins like raisins, chopped nuts, seeds or chopped dates.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course: Snack

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup gluten-free oat flour
  • 1 1/2 cups gluten-free rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/3 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil melted
  • 1 egg
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips optional

Method
 

Prep
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Make
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients – oat flour through salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together wet ingredients – coconut oil through maple syrup.
  3. Add the wet mixture to the dry and stir until combined. Stir in chocolate chips if using.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for about 10 minutes.
  5. Using two spoons or an ice cream scoop, portion out batter into about 12 cookies, then flatten a bit with wet fingertips. Leave space between them as they will spread.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are brown and centers are set. Remove from the oven and let stand for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Nutrition Facts: Calories 206 Total Fat 13g Saturated Fat 9g Cholesterol 16mg Sodium 108mg Total Carbohydrates 20g Dietary Fiber 2g Total Sugars 6g Protein 3g Vitamin D 3IU Calcium 42mg Iron 1mg Potassium 110mg
Quick BBQ Chicken Dinner

Quick BBQ Chicken Dinner

Quick BBQ Chicken

Quick BBQ Chicken Dinner

Need a quick meal to liven up your dinner rotation? Our Quick BBQ Chicken is seasoned with our flavorful homemade barbeque seasoning mix and roasted in the oven. We paired it with roasted squash, but you can easily swap in your favorite roasted veggie. Served on a bed of greens to level up both the healthy and flavor profile even more. Quick, delicious and nutritious!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course

Ingredients
  

BBQ Seasoning Mix
  • 2 Tbs paprika smoked if desired
  • 2 Tbs coconut sugar
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper optional
Chicken
  • 1 Tbs olive oil
  • 2 lb chicken thighs boneless and skinless
  • 2 Tbs BBQ Seasoning Mix
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Method
 

BBQ Seasoning Mix
    Make
    1. Add ingredients to glass mason jar fitted with lid – shake to combine and store in a cool, dry place.
    Chicken
      Prep
      1. Preheat oven to 375° F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
      Make
      1. In a glass bowl, toss chicken with olive oil and our BBQ Seasoning mix.
      2. Season with salt and pepper.
      3. Roast until the internal temperature of chicken reaches 165° F, about 20-25 minutes.

      Notes

      Nutrition Facts Calories 297 Total Fat 17g Saturated Fat 4g Cholesterol 180mg Sodium 590mg Total Carbohydrates 2g
      Protein 36g Iron 12mg
      Baked Plantains with Mojo Verde

      Baked Plantains with Mojo Verde

      Baked Plantains with Mojo Verde

      Baked Plantains with Mojo Verde

      Our Baked Plantains with Mojo Verde recipe is the perfect solution to satisfy your snack craving with a delicious and nutritious treat. This is a savory dish packed with fiber, potassium and vitamins in the plantains. Couple that with the tang of the Mojo Verde sauce and you will want to make this over and over. Best part? The plantains are baked giving you the highest health benefits.
      Prep Time 10 minutes
      Total Time 25 minutes
      Course: Snack

      Ingredients
        

      • Plantains
      • 2 plantains sliced
      • 3 Tbs olive oil
      • salt to taste
      • Mojo Verde
      • 1/2 jalapeño pepper chopped
      • 4 cloves garlic roughly chopped
      • 1 cup cilantro roughly chopped
      • 1 Tbs vinegar white
      • 1/2 cup olive oil

      Method
       

      Plantains
        Prep
        1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
        2. Peel plantain and slice a quarter-inch thick diagonally.
        Make
        1. Toss plantain slices gently in oil and salt to taste. Place flat on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
        2. Bake for 10 minutes then flip and smash the plantain until flat. You can use the bottom of a clean jar to do this.
        3. Bake for another 10 minutes until browned.
        Mojo Verde
          Prep
          1. Roughly chop jalapeño, garlic, and cilantro. To control spice level, you can avoid membrane and seeds of jalapeño for a milder heat.
          Make
          1. Add all ingredients to a food processor and blend till smooth.

          Notes

          Nutrition Facts: Calories 499 Total Fat 38g Saturated Fat 5g Sodium 9mg Total Carbohydrates 44g Dietary Fiber 3g Total Sugars 24g Protein 2g Calcium 13mg Iron 1mg Potassium 695mg
          Grilled Corn Salad with Jicama

          Grilled Corn Salad with Jicama

          Grilled Corn Salad with Jicama

          Grilled Corn Salad with Jicama

          Our Grilled Corn Salad with Jicama is filled with colorful, tasty, good for you veggies. The star of this dish is the grilled corn of course. New to Jicama? This Mexican root veggie adds a mildly sweet, nutty flavor and packs a good fiber punch. You can add vegan or regular feta cheese to add another layer of flavor to this delicious salad. Add this to your side dish lineup or take it to your next family gathering to wow your family and friends!
          Prep Time 20 minutes
          Total Time 30 minutes
          Course: Side Dish

          Ingredients
            

          • 4 ears corn shucked
          • 1 bell pepper red, chopped
          • 1 English cucumber chopped
          • 1 jicama small, peeled and cubed
          • 1 avocado cubed
          • 1/2 onion red, chopped
          • 1 pnt cherry tomatoes quartered
          • 1/2 cup basil leaves chopped
          • 1/3 cup olive oil
          • 3 Tbs apple cider vinegar

          Method
           

          Prep
          1. Preheat grill to medium-high. Grease the grates.
          2. Prepare all vegetables according to prep instructions.
          Make
          1. Brush corn with some of the olive oil while it is grilling, rotating to slightly char all sides.
          2. Remove corn from the grill to cool. Place cob in a deep bowl and remove kernels while holding cob upright. You can also hold corn upright in a bundt pan to capture kernels as you slice them off from the cob with a paring knife.
          3. Add prepped vegetables and corn to a large bowl and toss with remaining olive oil and vinegar.
          4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

          Notes

          Nutrition Facts: Calories 291 Total Fat 16g Saturated Fat 2g Sodium 16mg Total Carbohydrates 36g Dietary Fiber 11g
          Total Sugars 8g Protein 5g Calcium 36mg Iron 202mg Potassium 769mg