Baked Carrot Fries

Enjoy these baked carrot fries as a snack or side dish! Carrots are known to help boost your immune system, prevent heart disease, and reduce high blood pressure. They are loaded with Vitamin A and K as well as iron, copper, and magnesium! Tapioca flour is a great alternative for regular flour and is known to help aid in digestion, enhance energy levels, and maintain optimal blood pressure. Adding in salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme will make this snack more flavorful. Serve with your favorite sauces and enjoy!

Ingredients:

Serves 3

•  10 medium sized carrots

• 3 tbsp of tapioca flour

• 1.5 tbsp of coconut oil (melted)

• 2 tsp of sea salt

• 1 tsp of pepper

• 1 tsp of garlic powder

• 1 tsp of thyme

Instructions:

1) Preheat oven to 450 F and place parchment paper on a baking sheet.

2) Wash, peel, and cut carrots into sticks that are 3 inches long and half an inch thick.

3) Mix carrots, coconut oil, tapioca flour, and spices into a bowl.

4) Spread carrots on baking sheet, making sure they are not stacked on one another.

5) Bake for 20-30 minutes and flip halfway through.

6) Once done, take them out and let cool. Enjoy!

Paleo Breakfast Patties

Start your day off with these protein-packed paleo patties! Sweet potatoes are a versatile ingredient that can be prepared in a number of ways. They are rich in vitamins, nutrients, and help with detoxifying the body. Adding in ground chicken will provide you with a source of protein for the day and help control your blood pressure. Spinach is known to help aid in strengthening muscles, preventing macular degeneration, and is beneficial for good eyesight! The addition of apple balances out the flavor of the recipe while also helping with digestion in the body. Using coconut flour is a great alternative for wheat flour as it is gluten-free and hypoallergenic. Serve with your favorite sauces and enjoy!

Ingredients:

Serves 4

• 1 cup sweet potato, grated

• 1 lb ground chicken

• ½ cup spinach, chopped

• ½ cup apple, diced

• 2 tbsp of coconut oil

• 2 tbsp of coconut flour

• ½ tsp of sea salt

• 1 tsp of rosemary

Instructions:

1) Preheat oven to 400 F and line baking sheet with parchment paper.

2) Combine all ingredients into a large bowl.

3) Make one-inch small poppers from the mixture and flatten them slightly on a baking sheet.

4) Bake in oven for 15 minutes, flip, and bake for another 10-15 minutes.

5) Allow to cool and serve. Enjoy!

Chocolate Quinoa Bowl

This chocolate quinoa bowl will be sure to satisfy your sweet tooth in the mornings! Quinoa is a superfood that contains plenty of vitamins, minerals, protein, and fiber. It’s a great source of magnesium, is weight-loss friendly, and contains all nine essential amino acids. Coconut milk is an anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-viral ingredient. It helps maintain blood sugar levels, prevent anemia, and keep the immune system healthy. The tasty addition of cocoa powder will help stabilize cholesterol and provide a number of antioxidants. Maple syrup is rich in vitamins and minerals and is a healthier replacement for refined sugar. Top it off with chocolate chips, hazelnuts, pecans, and shredded coconut. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

Serves 2

• 1 cup cooked quinoa

• ¼ cup coconut milk, canned

• 2 tbsp cocoa powder, unsweetened

• 1 tbsp maple syrup

• ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

• ¼ cup hazelnuts

• ¼ cup pecans

• ¼ cup shredded coconut

Directions:

1) Divide cooked quinoa into two bowls.

2) Mix in coconut milk, cocoa powder, and maple syrup.

3) Top with chocolate chips, pecans, hazelnuts, and shredded coconut. Enjoy!

Spaghetti Squash

This spaghetti squash recipe is a flavorful and satisfying meal to enjoy for lunch or dinner! Spaghetti squash is packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber. It is known to support bone health, help fight off free radicals in the body, and promote eye and skin health. Adding in broccoli will provide you with extra antioxidants, calcium, and Vitamin K! Cooking with coconut oil helps strengthen your immune system, lower cholesterol, and promote healthy digestion. Garlic assists with detoxification, boosting your metabolism, and contains anti-microbial properties. Garnish with bacon, green onion, salt, pepper, and enjoy!

Ingredients:

Makes about 4-6 one cup servings

•  1 spaghetti squash, cut lengthwise, seeded

• 4 tbsp coconut oil, divided

• 2 cloves garlic

• 2 cups broccoli, chopped

• 2 tbsp sliced green onion

• 2 dashes salt & black pepper

• Optional garnish: 2 slices of cooked bacon, chopped

Instructions:

1) Preheat oven to 350F. Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2) Place spaghetti squash cut upside down on baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes.

3) Flip over, drizzle each half with 1 tbsp melted coconut oil and bake for another 10 minutes.

4) In frying pan, sauté garlic, broccoli & green onion in 2 tbsp coconut oil for 3-5 minutes, until broccoli is tender. Place broccoli mixture into a larger bowl.

5) Remove squash from oven and carefully scrape out flesh with a fork, adding to a large bowl. Add broccoli mixture and toss together.

6) Turn broiler on, and place broccoli-squash mixture back into the halved squash shell.

7) Broil about 3-4 minutes until slightly brown. Feel free to top with more fresh green onion and cooked bacon. Enjoy!