December 9th Recipes
Today’s recipes are all healthy, delicious, and filling. Although it might feel like a lot, you can easily add a snack in the morning and another one in the afternoon.
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Cookie Pancakes
These Cookie Pancakes are just what your mornings need! Soft and fluffy, they taste amazing with just about any toppings, from fresh fruit to nut butter to extra chocolate chips and maple syrup!
INGREDIENTS for 1 serving
10 grams of Ground Flax Seed
50 milliliters Water
25 grams of Chickpea Flour
25 grams of Protein Powder
5 grams Cocoa Powder (optional)
7 grams Baking Powder
120 milliliters of Unsweetened Almond Milk (or water)
30 grams of Dark Chocolate Chips
5 milliliters of Coconut Oil
Combine the ground flax and water in a small bowl. Whisk and set aside to thicken for about 5 minutes.
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the chickpea flour, protein powder, cocoa powder (optional), and baking powder.
Add the almond milk and flax mixture to the dry ingredients. Mix well until a smooth batter forms. Fold in the chocolate chips.
Heat coconut oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Spoon the batter into the pan in 1/4 cup portions. Cook pancakes for about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
Plate the pancakes and enjoy!
Notes:
Protein Powder
This recipe was developed and tested using a plant-based protein powder. If using another type of protein powder, results may vary.
Save Time
Make the pancake batter in a blender.
Toppings
Maple syrup, honey, fresh fruit, granola, seeds, or nuts.
Leftovers
Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven, toaster oven, or in a skillet.
No Chickpea Flour
Try oat flour instead. Results may vary.
Creamy Broccoli Soup
Rich and creamy, this is a favorite quick meal any time of year! Perfect for lunch, or an easy weeknight dinner with salad and a loaf of French bread.
INGREDIENTS for 1 serving
1 milliliter Avocado Oil
1/8 Yellow Onion (chopped)
1/2 Garlic (cloves, minced)
5 grams of Arrowroot Powder
180 milliliters Chicken Broth
60 milliliters of Canned Coconut Milk (full fat)
90 grams Broccoli (florets, roughly chopped)
10 grams of Nutritional Yeast
1 pinch of Sea Salt
In a large pot or dutch oven over medium heat, add the avocado oil and then the onion. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until the onion becomes translucent. Add the garlic and cook for one minute. Add the arrowroot powder and chicken broth and whisk until no clumps remain.
Bring to a boil over medium heat, and then reduce to a simmer. Add the coconut milk, broccoli, nutritional yeast, and salt and stir to combine. Cook for 10 minutes or until the broccoli is cooked through.
Using a handheld blender, blend the soup until smooth or until desired consistency is reached. Serve and enjoy!
Notes:
Leftovers
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to four days. Freeze for up to three months.
Variation
Swap half of the broccoli and replace it with cauliflower.
No Arrowroot Powder
Use tapioca starch or cornstarch instead.
More Flavor
Add fresh herbs or additional vegetables.
Make it Vegan
Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
Spaghetti with Pesto, Chicken & Peanuts
This Spaghetti with Pesto, Chicken & Peanuts is very simple but busting with distinct flavors that work well together.
INGREDIENTS for 1 serving
60 grams Spaghetti
110 grams Chicken Breast (sliced)
25 grams Peanuts
25 grams Pesto
1 pinch of Sea Salt
Notes:
Leftovers
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to three days.
More Flavor
Cook the chicken with butter.
Additional Toppings
Red pepper flakes, fresh herbs, Grana Padano cheese.
Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 8 to 10 minutes. Season with salt.
Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the directions on the package. Strain the pasta and run cold water over it to prevent overcooking. Add the pasta back to the pot.
Add the chicken, pesto, and peanuts to the pasta and gently combine until well-coated. Divide it onto plates and enjoy!
