Coco-NUT-ty, Sweet Potato, and Brussels Hash
This hash recipe is made with dried berries, sweet potatoes, and Brussels sprouts.
Tag: breakfast
Raspberry, Peach Melba Smoothie
This smoothie is perfect for a nutritious breakfast on the go. The additional, high-quality protein from the raw eggs or goat’s milk powder keeps you going strong till lunch!
Raspberry, Peach Melba Smoothie
Servings: 2
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
- 1 1/2 cups plain kefir (preferably homemade)
- 2-4 eggs* OR 1-2 tablespoons goat milk protein powder – See Note below.
- 1 tablespoon raw honey
- 3 tablespoons melted Virgin Coconut Oil
- 3/4 cup frozen raspberries
- 3/4 cup frozen peaches
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
*Note – This recipe contains raw or undercooked eggs. Please make a substitution if you have concerns about consuming raw eggs.
Directions:
Add kefir, eggs or protein powder, honey, and coconut oil and blend to mix before adding frozen ingredients. Add frozen fruit and vanilla, blending until smooth. Serve immediately.
Recipe and photo submitted by Lydia, Salem, VA.
Coconut, Vanilla Granola
Author’s Note – This granola has a long shelf life, although it’s usually eaten up very quickly. In addition to eating as cereal, try it sprinkled on top of vanilla ice cream or over yogurt.
Coconut, Fruit Smoothie
Coconut, Fruit Smoothie
Servings: 1
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup coconut milk or regular whole milk
- 1/2–1 whole banana
- 1/4 cup frozen fruit: berries, peaches, etc.
- 2 tablespoons fresh ground flax seeds
- 2 tablespoons fresh ground nuts: almonds, pecans, etc.
- 1 tablespoon dry coconut (flakes, etc.)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted
Directions:
Place all ingredients except coconut oil in blender and blend. Slowly pour coconut oil into blender while blending. Blend until smooth and serve.
Recipe submitted by Jean, Melrose, NM.
Recipe prepared by Sarah Shilhavy and photographed by Jeremiah Shilhavy.
Oatmeal, Cinnamon, Raisin Pancakes
Author’s Note – Dress up your pancakes with butter, maple syrup, or honey and your choice of fruit, if desired.
Yogurt Energy Drink
You can substitute flax seeds with almonds, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds and other healthy nuts and seeds that you prefer.
Veggie Scramble
Veggie Scramble
Servings: 1–2
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon Virgin Coconut Oil
- 2 tablespoons zucchini, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon onion, minced
- 2 cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 1–2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon milk, cream, or plain almond milk
- Himalayan Salt
- black pepper
Directions:
In a small pan, melt the coconut oil. Add the zucchini and onions and sauté until tender.
Next, add the cherry tomatoes, stir, and sauté for 2 minutes.
While the vegetables are sautéing, beat the eggs with milk in a small bowl. Add salt and pepper, to taste.
Pour eggs into the pan and scramble lightly.
Rise and Shine Breakfast Smoothie
This refreshing smoothie can be made with kefir, yogurt, or buttermilk—your choice!