Mandarin Orange Chicken Salad

Try making this Mandarin Orange Chicken Salad for your next lunch or dinner option! Mandarin oranges serve as an excellent source of Vitamin C and promote a healthy immune system. Romaine lettuce is known to have antimicrobial properties, prevent inflammation, and improve body metabolism. Chicken serves as a great source of protein and helps to improve heart health. Not only do almonds aid in maintaining healthy blood sugar levels, but they also promote healthy bones. Serve this salad as a main dish or as a side and enjoy!

Ingredients:

Salad:

• 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped

• 2 10 oz cans organic mandarin oranges

• 2 cups chicken, cooked and diced

• ½ cup almonds, chopped

Dressing:

• 2 tbsp coconut aminos

• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

• 2 tbsp remaining juice from canned mandarin oranges

• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 2 tsp toasted sesame oil

• ½ tsp ginger, minced

• ½ tsp sea salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• 1 clove garlic, minced

Instructions:

1) Drain the canned mandarin oranges but reserve 2 tbsp of juice for the dressing.

2) In a large salad bowl, combine the lettuce, organic mandarin oranges, chicken, and almonds.

3) In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together ingredients for the salad dressing.

4) Pour the dressing over the salad and toss together until well combined. Enjoy!

Greek Chicken Kabobs

Try making these Greek Chicken Kabobs for your next lunch or dinner option! Chicken serves as an excellent source of protein, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B12. Bell peppers are loaded with Vitamin C and have been proven to benefit eye health. Not only are they packed with antioxidants, but zucchinis also promote proper digestion due to their high amount of fiber. White onions help to reduce inflammation and benefit gut health. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

Chicken:

• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast

• 2 tbsp lemon juice

• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar

• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp dried oregano

• ½ tsp sea salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

Kabobs:

• 1 green bell pepper

• 1 yellow bell pepper

• 1 red bell pepper

• 1 white onion

• 1 zucchini

Instructions:

1) Slice the chicken into cubes and transfer to a large bowl. Add in all the wet and dry ingredients for the chicken and mix well. Let marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

2) While the chicken is marinating, cut the veggies for the kabobs into slices.

3) Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

4) Once the chicken is done marinating, place the chicken and sliced veggies on skewers, alternating ingredients as you prefer. This recipe should yield about 8 skewers.

5) Grill the skewers for 10 minutes on each side, or until chicken is cooked through and veggies are tender. Let cool before serving and enjoy!

Loaded Sweet Potatoes with Cashew Sour Cream

Try making these Loaded Sweet Potatoes with Cashew Sour Cream for your next lunch or dinner option! Sweet Potatoes are exceptionally high in fiber and antioxidants, making them beneficial for gut health. Red onion helps fight inflammation and maintain healthy blood sugar levels. Cashews are a great source of heart-healthy fats and fiber. Apple cider vinegar aids in weight loss, boosts heart health, and fights off harmful bacteria. Feel free to top off these sweet potatoes with other toppings such as chickpeas, black beans, shredded meat, or guacamole, and enjoy!

Ingredients:

 Sweet Potatoes:

• 4 medium sized sweet potatoes

• 1 tsp coconut oil, melted

• 1 tsp sea salt

• ¼ red onion, diced

• Cilantro for topping, optional

Cashew Sour Cream:

• 1 cup raw, unsalted cashews (soaked overnight)

• 2 tbsp lemon juice

• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

• ¼ cup water

• Dash of sea salt

Instructions:

1) Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2) Place the sweet potatoes on the lined baking sheet and use a fork to poke holes in the sweet potatoes. Coat the sweet potatoes with the melted coconut oil and sea salt.

3) Bake the sweet potatoes in the oven for 45 minutes, or until a fork can be easily inserted into them. Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven, cut them in half lengthwise, and allow to cool.

4) While the sweet potatoes are cooling, begin making the cashew sour cream by draining the soaked cashews from the previous night.

5) Transfer the cashews to a high-speed blender or food processor and blend for about one minute. Add in the lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, water, sea salt, and blend until smooth.

6) Top off the baked sweet potatoes with the cashew sour cream, diced red onion, and cilantro. Enjoy!

Paleo Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing

Try making this Paleo Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing for your next healthy salad dressing option! Coconut cream serves as an excellent source of magnesium, protein, and antioxidants. Lemon juice is high in Vitamin C and helps promote heart health. Apple cider vinegar offers many health benefits including lowering blood sugar levels, promoting weight loss, and reducing the risk for heart disease. Poppy seeds are rich in both fiber and iron. Dijon mustard is packed with antioxidants that help boost immunity. Top this dressing off on your next healthy salad and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• ¼ cup canned coconut cream

• ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil

• ⅓ cup lemon juice

• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

• 2 tbsp maple syrup

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• ½ tbsp poppy seeds

• ¼ tsp sea salt

Instructions:

1) In a high-speed blender, blend together all ingredients until smooth.

2) If preferred, add in water 1 tsp at a time to thin out the consistency.

3) Transfer to a jar and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Shake well before serving and enjoy!