Breakfast
I started out this morning with a large smoothie….
…filled with hemp milk, 1/2 an avocado, one red apple, the juice of two limes, raw honey, vanilla, lots of chard, and ice. The apple paired surprisingly well with the lime, and it was the perfect balance of sweet and tart for me.
Snack
I’ve had a raging sweet tooth lately, so I recently made a batch of these Healthy Snickers Bars…
…these really hit the spot when I want a treat!
Lunch
My husband and I shared a pizza for lunch this particular day…
This Quinoa Pizza Crust is so delicious! It makes a great gluten-free, healthy base for any toppings you can dream of piling on.
Snack
I typically go to the gym in the late afternoon, so I try to get in something energizing beforehand…
I used my Nutribullet to blend some kale with frozen strawberries, frozen cherries, 1/2 green banana (less sugar this way), water, and a couple of dates.
Nutritious and delicious!
Dinner
Dinner this night was so scrumptious and filling! I made a batch of my Mushroom Brown Rice Pilaf and then experimented by marinating some organic chicken breasts in a blend of lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and paprika, and it actually turned out quite good! Definitely a future post once I work out the kinks. 🙂
Dessert
Not really a dessert, but I’ve been ending many nights with a juicy orange. I feel so good when I include them in my diet, and the extra vitamin C is great during this time of year.
What have you been eating this week?
Shared with: What I Ate Wednesday
Emma
Hey Lauren, I rarely comment on blogs and this is really random but you have inspired me to try carob powder (I’m craving a malt and yours looks delicious!). I’ve read through your posts and see that sometimes you use raw and sometimes roasted/toasted. Is there a huge difference? Toasting nuts brings out the flavor but I’ve also read that sometimes roasted/toasted carob tastes bitter, and I’m really sensitive to bitter. Which is your preference?
Also I’ve made your almond crackers recipe as is three times in two days (they barely made it out of the oven before I ate them….will have to lock them up to save some for later soon!) and I make your herbed coconut flatbread all the time. I didn’t think I’d like the “sweet” coconut with the savory spices but when cooked….out of this world. Thank you SO much for all you do!
Lauren
Hi Emma,
Thank you for taking the time to comment, your message made my morning! As for the carob, both are good, but I prefer the raw because it has a milder taste. It’s hard to find though, so if you only have toasted, just use a little bit at a time (maybe start with 1/2 teaspoon or so), as it goes a long way. I don’t think I would describe the toasted to be ‘bitter’, just stronger.
Thanks again for your comment, and let me know if you have any other questions! 🙂
Gabby @ the veggie nook
Oh I must have missed those snicker bars (or my memeory is terrible, which I know it is). Definitely need to try those!
Mike @TheIronYou
That is one healthy dessert you got right there Lauren! 😉
dawn
you definitely inspire me to eat better. the pizza crust AND snicker bars are on my list to make! i’ve had a sweet tooth since halloween. i NEED those snicker bars!
Lauren
Thanks Dawn! Those Snickers bars are good year round! 🙂