acai bowls are like having ice cream with toppings for breakfast which makes it a perfect breakfast during the hot summer months. Today, I’m so proud of myself for making my acaifrom scratch. I didn’t purchase pre-made frozen acaipackets or cartons. Instead, I used an acaipowder from NavitasNaturals, blending in frozen bananas, blueberries, blackberries, almond milk, and some vanilla….
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strawberry + banana chilled oatmeal
Whether it’s salad, noodles, cupcakes, or chilled oatmeal, loads of deliciousness is being crammed into jars of all sizes. Why not do it? It’s convenient, aesthetically pleasing, simple, made ahead, and most of all…portable. That is why I do it! As you may have seen in my most recent blog postings, I’ve returned to my…
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3-Ingredient Pancakes
I bet you already have these 3 simple ingredients already on-hand.
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avocado toasts with micro greens + sesame
We all know that a kale salad is the new superfood craze, but did you know that avocado toast is as well?
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swedish mini-pancakes + berries
Swedish pancakes are essentially a crepe, eaten for breakfast or dessert.
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quinoa-oatmeal with coconut milk + maple syrup
So far this summer, quinoa-oatmeal with coconut milk and maple syrup has been my favorite breakfast. It’s creamy, filling, and healthy, plus the maple syrup adds just the right amount of sweetness, naturally. And I have a confession…I absolutely love the way that the quinoa kernels pops between my teeth. Don’t you? Surprisingly, it has…
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gluten-free chocolate donuts + chocolate ganache
In Malibu, there isn’t a donut shop to be found. This could be due to healthy lifestyle chosen by so many who live in Malibu. In order to pick-up donuts for my donut loving family, I have to drive to Santa Monica or the Valley. Yes, my family does love and eat donuts, however I try…
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maple-pecan breakfast cake [vegan]
Not vegan? Don’t let that prevent you from trying this delicious maple-walnut breakfast cake. It is full of flavor and incredibly moist. I’m not vegan, but I do feel good about myself when I eat something vegan. There are several reasons eating vegan “makes me feel good”. I’m doing my body good by eating a…
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coconut chia seed pudding + raspberry puree
To feel energized and strong all day long it is important to eat a healthy and nutritious breakfast in the morning. Coconut chia seed pudding with raspberry puree is a great breakfast to have on-hand for days when you don’t have time to make a healthy meal. Not only is this coconut chia seed pudding…
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old-fashioned blueberry pancakes [gluten- and soy-free]
Lately, it seems that a majority of people are going gluten-free. I’m not one of those people; however, I am always interested in cooking healthier dishes for my family and friends. Not sure why, but I have been craving pancakes, so this morning I decided to make a batch of these gluten- and soy-free pancakes…
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spanish potato omelet [tortilla espanola]
In my quest to cook healthier meals for my family, I continue to take healthy cooking classes – which I hope to one day teach myself.
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chia seed + banana muffins
Now that I’m a temporary real housewife, or a “domestic technician” as my hubby calls it, is a busy job, but since I’m no longer working 10-hour days and commuting, I do have more time to exercise. So far, my days have been consisting of 2 daily dog walks – we live in a hilly…
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healthy swiss muesli
This is a rarity, for someone is almost always home. Last night, knowing that my hubby and daughters would be leaving early in the morning for a day of fishing, I pre-planned for my own special breakfast, soaking rolled oats in fat-free milk overnight. Feel free to use almond milk or apple juice. Swiss Muesli…
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mini mushroom, spinach + goat cheese frittatas [clean-eating]
On weekends, I usually order a mushroom and spinach frittata, topped with goat cheese, at our favorite breakfast place in Malibu. Using those ingredients, I made these delicious mushroom, spinach + goat cheese mini frittatas. Now I can enjoy my favorite breakfast meal all week long. These easy make-ahead frittatas are nutritious, low-fat, and figure-friendly…
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banana + strawberry acai bowl
This banana + strawberry acai bowl is one of my family’s favorite breakfast. My hubby and daughters love to eat this for breakfast after returning from a morning surf. What family wouldn’t love having sorbet for breakfast? If you have not tried an acai bowl, you’re probably asking, “So, what is an acai bowl?” To understand…
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mini spinach and feta frittatas [clean-eating]
On occasion, in the early mornings on my way to work, I like to stop at Starbucks and pick up their Spinach & Feta Breakfast Wrap for breakfast. In case you have never tried one, it is a wheat wrap tortilla filled with egg white, spinach, feta cheese and sun dried tomatoes. I really enjoy…
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nutty maple granola
This granola is so simple and quick to make, and tastes so much better than any store bought granola. I love that this granola does not contain refined sugar, oil, or butter, which most granola is made with. Nutty maple granola is very healthy and delicious. As I write this blog, my family [Husband…
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