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Tuscan Bean Dip

February 8, 2018
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Tuscan Bean Dip Amy Peacock, a Thrive Personal Trainer found this Bean Dip recipe and made it for her family. They love it, and we think you will too. Ingredients: 2 (19-ounce) cans cannellini beans 2 Bay leaves 1 Small red onion, minced 5 Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced (or whichever tomato is freshest and in season) 2 Tablespoons garlic, minced 1/4 Cup fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley, chopped 1/2 Cup fresh basil, finely chopped 2 Cups good-quality olive oil, plus more if needed 2 Teaspoons dried oregano 1 to 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes 2 Teaspoons kosher salt 1 Tablespoon black pepper Crusty bread or toasted baguette slices for serving. Directions: Drain and rinse the beans and set aside. Mix the bay leaves, red onion, tomato, garlic, parsley, basil, oregano and olive oil in a large bowl. Add the beans to the...

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Sweet Potato and Coconut Soup

January 30, 2018
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We featured this yummy sweet potato & Coconut Soup dish during our 30 Day Detox Series and it did not disappoint. It's simple, sweet and tasty enough for the kids. Give a try this weekend! Ingredients 1 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes ( about 3 large) rinsed One tablespoon oil 1 onion, roughly chopped 1 2-in piece of fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced One tablespoon red curry paste 15 oz. can unsweetened coconut milk 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth 3 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 1/2 cup fresh cilantro Directions Preheat oven to 400 F. Put sweet potatoes on an oven rack and bake for 50 minutes or until tender. Remove from oven and let cool. Heat the vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium...

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Banana Walnut Muffins

January 23, 2018
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We shared this delicious banana walnut muffin recipe at our first Thrive 30 Day Detox seminar.  Give they a try this weekend! Best of all, they are not only delicious They're Gluten and Dairy Free too! Ingredients: 1 1/2 c almond flour 1/2 c coconut flour 2 t aluminum free baking powder 1 1/2 t ground cinnamon 1/2 t sea salt 1 1/2 vanilla 3 large organic eggs 1 1/2 t vanilla 3 ripe bananas 1/3 cup coconut sugar 1/4 c full fat coconut milk 1 c raw walnuts Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees Toast walnuts in 350 degree oven for 12 minutes. Allow to cool then chop into small pieces. While nuts are toasting combine all dry ingredients in a bowl and set aside. In a mixer combine bananas, eggs, coconut sugar, vanilla and coconut milk and mix until smooth. Add dry...

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Almond Cocoa Smoothie

January 16, 2018
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Almond Cocoa Smoothie It's that time of the year. We're all trying to lose those pounds we put on during the holidays. Some of you might be in our 30 Day Detox program, other's still working on those New Year Resolutions. Regardless, this Almond Cocoa Smoothie is the healthy, filling, sweet and ever so yummy way to fix that sweet tooth while staying on track! Ingredients: 2 cups unsweetened almond milk 1 T cacao nibs or cocoa powder 1 scoop vegan protein powder 1 small avocado 1 teaspoon of almond extract 1⁄2 cup of ice cubes 1-2 cups loosely packed chopped kale or spinach Directions: Put all ingredients in a blender in order listed. Blend all the ingredients together in a blender on low speed and work up to a higher speed until smooth. Add more or less ice to...

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Arugula Pesto Cauliflower Pizza

January 11, 2018
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Pizza Night!! A staple around many family dinner tables. This Pizza uses a Cauliflower Pizza crust to cut down on those carbs while providing a tasty dinner everyone (even the kids) will eat! Give it a try next time. So Good. So Simple. So needed needed in your life. Arugula Pesto Cauliflower Pizza For the Pesto: 1 cup extra virgin olive oil ½ cup toasted pine nuts (or walnuts) 1 large garlic clove 4 cups fresh arugula 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice ½ cup parmesan cheese (optional) sea salt to taste   In a blender or food processor(I used my Vitamix), layer ½ cup olive oil, nuts, parmesan cheese (if using), lemon and arugula. Blend until it is chopped very fine. Slowly add the remaining ½ cup of olive oil through the hole at the top...

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Blueberry-Coconut Baked Steel Cut Oatmeal

January 4, 2018
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Feed a crowd with this delicious blueberry oatmeal. If pressed for time, prepare this dish the night before - it holds well and is still just at yummy the next day. Courtesy: Marla Meridith  Ingredients For Oatmeal 1 1/2 cups steel cut Irish oats 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 4 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk 2 cups light unsweetened coconut milk 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries (frozen are OK, too) 1/4 cup unsweetened dried blueberries 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes Pure maple syrup, honey or any natural sweetener to taste Blueberry Sauce 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries Directions  Oatmeal Preheat oven to 350 degrees with the rack in the center. Lightly coat a 13x9x2' inch baking dish with cooking spray. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl adding blueberries and coconut last. Sweeten to taste. Bake for about one...

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Vegan Baked Pears with Gluten Free Crumbles and Coconut Milk Whipped Cream

December 20, 2017
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[caption id="attachment_1628" align="aligncenter" width="494"] Photo Courtesy of Kraft Canada[/caption] Baked Pears with Gluten Free Oat Crumbles and Coconut Milk Whipped Cream Are you looking for a naturally sweet gluten free vegan dessert to add to your Holiday Menu? Then give these Baked Pears with Oat Crumbles and Coconut Milk Whipped Cream. It is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more! Ingredients 4 D'Anjou Pears, rinsed and patted dry 2tsp melted coconut oil, plus extra for greasing 1/4 cup pure maple syrup 1 cup almond flour 1/4 tsp cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon sea salt Coconut whipped cream, for topping Directions: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish with coconut oil. Slice each pear in half. Using a cookie scoop or melon baller, scoop out the seeds of each pear half. Add...

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Breakfast (Or Anytime) Cookies

December 14, 2017
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Who says you can’t have cookies for breakfast? These gluten-free, vegan delights are packed with protein and are delicious, too.  These cookies are great for busy mornings or as a nutritious snack!   Ingredients 2/3 cup almond butter ¼ cup coconut oil ¼ cup maple syrup 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce 1 cup gluten-free oats ½ cup gluten-free oat flour (or ground oats) ¼ cup almond meal 2 Tablespoons flaxseeds 2 Tablespoons raw, shelled hemp seeds 1 teaspoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon salt ½ cup raisins ½ cup crushed walnuts Cooking Instructions Preheat the oven to 350 degrees (F). In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the almond butter, coconut oil, maple syrup, and applesauce until fully combined and melted – about 3 minutes. In a large mixing bowl, whisk...

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Crock Pot Chicken Thighs with Artichokes and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

December 6, 2017
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Melt-in-your-mouth chicken thighs prepared in the crock pot with artichoke hearts and sun-dried tomatoes. Author Katerina | Diethood This is the easiest eeeeeasy-recipe of all! Easy like Sunday mornin’! Throw it all in the crock pot and let it do it’s thang.  These chicken thighs are going to make ya wanna jump. This will literally melt in your mouth. There’s so much texture and flavor going on in here, and you can never go wrong with the Cara Mia Grilled Artichokes Hearts. #sogood Not to mention the sun-dried tomatoes stirred in for some extra excitement. But let me tell you, this is what’s so great; this is a meal that practically makes itself. This is why I am so in LOVE with my crock pot. Or is it a slow cooker? What do YOU call it?! All we’re doing here...

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Sweet Honey Garlic Baked Salmon

November 28, 2017
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INGREDIENTS LIST FOR THE BAKED HONEY GARLIC SALMON IN FOIL 1 pound (450g) side of salmon 1/2 cup (125ml) honey 4 cloves garlic, minced or crushed though a garlic press 1/2 cup whole-grain Dijon mustard Juice of 1/2 lemon 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon paprika Coarse salt and black pepper 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro, for garnish 1 lemon, sliced, for garnish Recipe Courtesy of EatWell101 1. Position a rack in the middle of you oven. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with a large piece of foil to fold over and seal to create a packet. 2. In a bowl, combine honey, mustard, lemon juice, oil, paprika, red pepper flakes, Cayenne pepper and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine and set aside. 3. Place the salmon...

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