Something fun for Halloween!
Head--lettuce leaves, sliced olives, veggie dip in a small bowl
Body--celery, baby carrots, bell pepper, mushrooms, cherry or grape tomatoes, cauliflower, broccoli, cucumbers
Arrange the veggies on a platter in the shape of a skeleton, top with an appropriate sized bowl of veggie dip for the head!
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Copyright, 2018, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.
BANANA FLAX MUFFINS
INGREDIENTS: (all organic if possible)
2 cups almond flour
1/2 cup ground flax meal
2 bananas
4 eggs
Dash of real vanilla
1 tsp baking powder (aluminum-free)
2 tablespoons coconut oil
DIRECTIONS:
Blend and bake at 350 degrees for about 15-20 minutes. Lately I've been sprinkling them with cinnamon and making mini-muffins. Throw in the freezer and pull out when you need a quick breakfast or snack!
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Copyright, 2018, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.
PALEO PUMPKIN PANCAKE SANDWICHES
INGREDIENTS: (all organic if possible)
1/4 cup pumpkin puree
3 tbsp almond milk
1 tbsp honey (optional)
3 eggs
1 tbsp coconut oil, melted, plus additional for pan
1 tsp pure vanilla
1/4 cup coconut flour
1 tsp cinnamon
Pinch of nutmeg
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp baking soda
DIRECTIONS:
In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients – the coconut flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and baking soda. Then in a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients – the pumpkin puree, almond milk, honey, eggs, oil, and vanilla. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Stir together until just combined.
Heat a griddle or nonstick skillet to medium heat. Coat pan with coconut oil. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet. Cook for 2-4 minutes until the bottom is cooked through, and then flip. Cook for another 2-4 minutes until lightly browned. Repeat with remaining batter.
Layer two pancakes and insert a layer of nut butter of your choice in between to create a sandwich!
Servings: 6 small pancakes
Copyright, 2017, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.
TUNA, BLACK BEAN, & SPINACH LETTUCE WRAPS (Makes 4 Servings)
INGREDIENTS: (all organic if possible)
1 can (12 ounces) light tuna in water, drained and flaked
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained (low sodium)
1 cup fresh spinach
1/4 cup chopped red onion
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh parsley
1/8 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
12 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves (about 1 medium head)
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced
DIRECTIONS:
In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients; toss lightly to combine. Serve in lettuce leaves; top with avocado!
DIJON TUNA BITES
INGREDIENTS: (all organic if possible)
12 oz canned white tuna (packed in water)
3 tbsp Dijon Mustard
2 tbsp Basil, fresh, chopped
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Black Pepper
1 cup Arugula
DIRECTIONS:
1. In a medium-sized bowl, combine tuna with Dijon mustard and mix well.
2. Mix in basil, salt and pepper.
3. Use your hands to form the tuna into balls. This recipe makes about four balls.
4. Serve on a bed of arugula.
Copyright, 2017, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.
