Side Dish

Cornbread Treat

Posted on Sep 9, 2020 in Lunch/Dinner, Side Dish

“Cornbread Treat”

Sometimes we just want a little side treat to go with a light meal for our ultimate enjoyment. Here’s a healthier alternative to the traditional cornbread recipe. Give it a try and surprise your family!

INGREDIENTS:
1 cup Bob’s Red Mill Organic cornmeal
1 cup organic almond flour
1/4 cup Xylitol
1 Tbsp. organic baking powder
1/2 tsp. Himalayan salt
1 cup organic coconut milk
1/3 cup organic avocado oil
1 large organic egg

RECIPE:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees
Combine all ingredients in a food process; process on med-hi until thoroughly blended
Spoon batter into 10 paper-lined muffin cups
Bake in preheated oven for approx. 15 minutes; use wooden toothpick to test
Serve warm with organic, lightly-salted butter for a perfect treat

YOUR HEALTH PLATE COACH – Rita

Zingy Coleslaw

Posted on Sep 2, 2020 in Side Dish, Vegan, Vegetarian, Veggie

“Zingy Coleslaw”

Let’s try an alternative to the usual creamy coleslaw and have a delectably fresh and zingy alternative!

Ingredients: (serves: 4-6)

3 cups shredded, organic green, purple or combo cabbage
1/2 cup chopped fresh, organic cilantro
1/2 cup sliced fresh, organic green onions
2-3 Tbsp. Xylitol
3 Tbsp. organic, cider vinegar
2 Tbsp. organic, olive oil
1/2 tsp. Himalayan salt

Directions:

In medium bowl combine: cabbage, cilantro & onions
In small mixing bottle combine: Xylitol, vinegar, oil, & salt (shake vigorously)

Toss the dressing with the cabbage mixture; refrigerate an hour until serving time
Thoroughly toss the chilled slaw before serving

YOUR HEALTH PLATE COACH – Rita

Kale-Jalapeno Salad

Posted on Aug 5, 2020 in Lunch/Dinner, Side Dish, Vegan, Vegetarian, Veggie

“Kale-Jalapeno Salad”

A tangy delight to enjoy while sitting on the patio on a warm day when you just want a very light bite to satisfy a hunger pang.

Ingredients: (serves: 4)

1 Tbsp. organic olive oil
6 cups chopped, destemmed-deveined organic kale
½ cup packed, organic fresh cilantro leaves
2 Tbsp. fresh organic lime juice
2 Tbsp. chopped, seeded, organic jalapeno chile (one medium-sized)
1 ½ Tbsp. organic honey
¼ tsp. Himalayan salt
½ tsp. organic, ground black pepper
¼ cup organic olive oil
1 organic, medium-sized apple, thinly sliced
1 cup, organic dried cranberries

Massage 1 Tbsp. oil into the kale in a large bowl until kale softens (1 minute); then add the cilantro leaves

In mini processor combine: lime juice, chile, honey, salt, pepper & ¼ cup oil; blend 30 seconds

Pour prepared dressing over the kale-cilantro combo; stir until all well-coated

Dish into four small, bowls and top with apples and cranberries

YOUR HEALTH PLATE COACH – Rita

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Veggie Medley

Posted on Jul 29, 2020 in Lunch/Dinner, Side Dish, Vegetarian, Veggie

“Veggie Medley”

Ingredients: (2-4 servings)

• 3 medium, organic, yellow squash, cut into chunks
• 3 medium, organic zucchinis, cut into chunks
• 12 organic grape tomatoes, cut in half
• 12 organic asparagus spears, cut into ½” pieces
• 1-3 sprigs organic, fresh dill weed
• ¼ tsp organic garlic powder
• ¼ tsp. organic onion powder
• ¼ tsp. Old Bay
• ¼ tsp. organic Herbes de Provence
• Avocado oil
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees

One large cookie sheet covered with parchment paper Place vegetable into a large bowl and add oil, toss until evenly coated Add seasonings and thoroughly toss until completely coated

Spread vegetable combo onto prepared cooked sheet and place into oven for approximately 10 to 15 minutes, depending on desired vegetable crispness

YOUR HEALTHY PLATE COACH – Rita