Slow Cooker Chicken Soup

Now that fall is around the corner, it’s the perfect time to gather up the best soup recipes! This slow cooker chicken soup will be sure to warm you up and leave you wanting more. Although there are a handful of ingredients in this recipe, all you need to do is sit back, relax, and have the slow cooker do all the work! This meal is packed with protein from the chicken, fiber and potassium from the carrots, magnesium and vitamins from the spinach, and antioxidants from the apple cider vinegar. Flavor with bay leaves , thyme, and additional seasonings for that savory taste and enjoy!

Ingredients:

Serves 6

• 1 uncooked whole chicken

• 2 cups carrots, chopped

• 3 celery stalks, chopped

• 2 cups spinach

• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

• 1 tsp thyme

• 3 bay leaves

• 4 dashes sea salt & pepper

Directions

1) Place all ingredients, except spinach in slow cooker.

2) Add 6 cups of hot water. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours.

3) 30 minutes before serving add spinach and turn slow cooker to high.

4) Remove bones and serve as soup. Enjoy!

Breakfast Avocado and Egg

When it comes to a healthy breakfast, eggs and avocado are the perfect match! This recipe is easy to prepare and packed with heart-healthy monounsaturated fats. The avocado provides a number of vitamins, nutrients, and antioxidants, while the eggs contain selenium, vitamin D, B12, B6, and minerals such as iron, zinc, and copper. The addition of salt, pepper, and other spices complete this savory breakfast. My breakfast avocado and egg recipe will leave you feeling full and satisfied until lunch comes around. So steer clear of those sugary cereals and pre-packaged breakfast meals by trying this healthy and satisfying recipe!

Ingredients:

Serves 2

• 1 large avocado, cut in half with seed removed

• 2 large eggs

• 1 dash of sea salt & pepper

 Directions:

1) Preheat oven to 425F.

2) Cover small baking tray with parchment paper and place avocado halves with the hole side up. You may want to scoop a bit of the avocado to make the hole big enough to fit the egg into.

3) Crack and gently pour one egg into each hole where the seed was.

4) Place in oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until egg whites have set. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Enjoy!

Banana Soft Serve Ice Cream

In the hot summer months, cold treats are perfect for cooling down in a tasty way! Not only is making your own ice cream easy and delicious, it is a great way to avoid refined sugars and processed ingredients in store-bought ice cream. Using frozen fruit and plant-based milk, you can make a frozen treat that is satisfying and nourishing to your body.

This banana soft serve ice cream is the perfect way to enjoy a refreshing and delicious frozen dessert while also getting important nutrients like potassium, vitamin B6, and omega-3 fats. The bananas give the ice cream a natural sweetness that doesn’t require any added sugar whatsoever. Add toppings such as shredded coconut, dried fruit, or chopped nuts for an extra pop of flavor or just devour by itself!

Ingredients:

Serves 2

• ½ cup of raw or dry roasted nuts (almonds or walnuts)

• 3 bananas (chopped and frozen)

• Almond or coconut milk

• Shredded coconut (optional topping)

Instructions

1) Thaw frozen bananas for about 10 minutes.

2) Put frozen bananas and nuts in a high-speed blender or food processor. Add ½ cup of nut milk and start blending.

3) Continue to blend ingredients, adding more milk to reach desired consistency.

Tropical Granola Cereal

Making breakfast in the mornings can be a hassle, especially on busy days. Having a healthy breakfast prepped makes mornings run smoother and also helps you feel more relaxed. Granola is a delicious breakfast or snack and is easy to prepare!

This tropical granola uses the natural sweetness of fruit instead of processed sugars like many granolas, and it gives you a boost of protein and fiber to keep you full all morning! It also provides healthy fats that are important for cell growth and provide energy to start your day. I love granola because it allows some freedom in what you add, different nuts or fruits work well depending on what you prefer. It is also very versatile, you can eat it as cereal, just by itself, in smoothie bowls, or however you wish to enjoy it! It is a light and easy snack or meal that is filling and nutritious. As another plus to this recipe, your entire house smells delicious while it is baking!

Ingredients:

• 6 medjool dates, pitted and chopped

• 1 cup cubed pineapple

• 2.5 cups raw almonds (can be whole, chopped, or slivered)

• 3 cups unsweetened coconut flakes

• 1 cup macadamia nuts (chopped)

• 1 cup raw sunflower seeds

• 2 tablespoons 100% orange juice (not from concentrate)

• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

• 1.5 teaspoon cinnamon

• ½ cup coconut oil, melted

Instructions

1) Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F and prepare two baking sheets with parchment paper.

2) In a large bowl combine macadamia nuts, almonds, sunflower seeds, coconut flakes, and mix well.

3) In a food processor, combine cubed pineapple, orange juice, vanilla extract, and dates. Add cinnamon to taste. Blend until the ingredients are liquified. Add melted coconut oil to food processor ingredients and blend until smooth.

4) Pour food processor contents into the large bowl with nuts and seeds and mix well.

5) Evenly lay mixture on two baking sheets, bake in the oven for 2 hours. Toss granola every 20 minutes, watching to make sure the granola doesn’t burn. Once baked, remove baking trays from oven and allow granola to cool before serving. Enjoy!