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Clean Recipe Roundup


For the past few weeks, I've been doing the 21 Day Fix.  Let me tell you, those workouts are no joke, and they work. Along with the workouts is a clean eating plan. I personally found the portion controlling to be a little restrictive (I'm going to eat as many fruits and vegetables as I want), but I liked that it was a reminder to eat clean and avoid processed food.  I always love the opportunity to try new recipes, and everything we've been eating lately is going into our regular rotation.  I put together a little round-up of some of my favorites, because I assure you that my easy variation on tuna nicoise is far better than cold grilled cheese crusts for lunch.

Breakfast

Veggie Scramble - This has become one of my favorite dishes. I cook zucchini, kale, and tomatoes in olive oil. Mix with a scrambled egg and top with pesto.

Avocado Toast - So simple, so filling, and so good.  A slice of Ezekial or other sprouted bread, topped with mashed avocado, an egg and sea salt.

Egg Muffins - I like to make these on Sunday night for us to eat throughout the week.  Use any combination of veggies or meat you like and put in a greased muffin tin.  Whisk together 6 eggs and 1/2 cup milk.  Season with salt and pepper.  Pour egg mixture over filling and bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes until set.

Chocolate Smoothie - This is one of my favorite snacks, anytime of day.  Frozen banana, cocoa powder, milk, a splash of vanilla and as much spinach as you can pack in the blender.  It's like a super frosty!

Green Tea with Honey and Turmeric - I was soooore the first week of workouts. Turmeric is an excellent anti-inflammatory, among many other health benefits, so I've been mixing it into my green tea with honey.







Lunch

Lazy Girl Tuna Nicoise - Roast chopped potatoes and green beans (you can even use frozen!) in a 425 degree oven for 30-40 minutes (less for the beans).  In a bowl, mix together vegetables, one can of Italian tuna in olive oil, juice of one lemon and salt and pepper.  Serve with greens.  Add in hard boiled eggs and olives, if you like.

Egg and Avocado Salad - Mix together two chopped hard boiled eggs, half an avocado, a Tablespoon or two of Greek Yogurt, and a teaspoon of mustard. Season with dill, salt and pepper.

Chickpea Avocado Salad- Mix together one can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed, one chopped avocado, chopped feta cheese and toss with a drizzle of olive oil and the juice of a lime.











Dinner

Salmon with Greek Yogurt Sauce - I love salmon because it cooks so quickly.  Grilled, sauteed or broiled, it only takes a few minutes.  The sauce is greek yogurt, lemon juice and dill.

Taco Bowls - When in doubt, make tacos.  I like to clean mine up by serving the meat (or beans) on lettuce and topping with avocado, greek yogurt, cilatro, and hot sauce. 

White Chicken Chili - This is one of my new favorite meals! Recipe here.

Burgers on a Lettuce Wrap - Our standard burger recipe is to mix grass fed beef with worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper.  I skipped the bun and topped it with avocado, goat cheese, pesto and tomatoes, and wrapped the whole thing in lettuce leaves.

Tropical Chicken Salad - Romaine topped with pineapple, oranges, bell peppers, scallions and grilled chicken.   Dressed with honey mustard: 1/2 cup yogurt, 3 T dijon mustard, 3T honey, 3T apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup olive oil, salt, pepper, and water to thin to desired consistency.

Salmon Cakes - My go-to dinner. You're probably sick of hearing about these, so just make them already! http://athome-ann.blogspot.com/2014/04/salmon-cakes-paleo-and-delicious.html

Italian Chicken with Zoodles - In a saute pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add 1/2 cupped onion, 2 cloves chopped garlic and cook for a few minutes.  Add in 1 teaspoon oregano and 1 14 oz. can diced tomatoes in juice.  Cook for 5 minutes.  Turn off heat and mix in 1 cup ricotta cheese, 1 cup spinach leaves and 1 lb. cooked chicken.  Sprinkle with grated parmesan and serve over zucchini noodles. 

Cauliflower Crust Pizza - I used this recipe for my crust.  They key to getting it crust-like as opposed to soggy cauliflower is to remove as much liquid as possible. I wrap mine in a clean dishtowel and wring it as hard as I can.  I recommend being generous with your herbs and spices for seasoning, because cauliflower can be bland.  


















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