Paleo Spinach Artichoke Dip

Try making this Paleo Spinach Artichoke Dip for your next healthy dip option!  Spinach is packed with many nutrients including fiber, magnesium, iron, and Vitamins A and C. It also helps improve eyesight, digestion, and blood pressure. Artichokes are loaded with antioxidants and have been shown to benefit liver health. Nutritional yeast serves as an excellent source of plant-based protein and will add that cheesy and savory flavor to this recipe. Cashews help in balancing blood sugar levels and also reduce the risk of heart disease. Serve this dip with a side of gluten-free crackers or your favorite veggies and enjoy!

Ingredients:

Sauce:

• 1 ½ cups unsalted raw cashews, soaked for at least 2 hours

• 3 tbsp lemon juice

• ⅔ cup unsweetened almond milk

• ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil

• ¼ cup nutritional yeast

• 1 ½ tsp onion powder

• 1 ½ tsp garlic powder

• 1 ¼ tsp sea salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

Spinach Artichoke Mixture:

• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 1 yellow onion, diced

• 5 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 cups spinach, chopped

• 14 oz can artichoke hearts, drained and diced

• Sea salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1) First, make the sauce by adding all ingredients to a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth and set aside.

2) Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease an 8 x 8 casserole dish with coconut oil and set aside.

3) Add the extra virgin olive oil to a large skillet and heat over medium heat. Add in the onion and cook until soft. Toss in the garlic and cook for an additional minute. Slowly add in the spinach until all of it wilts, and then add in the artichoke hearts. Stir all ingredients for about 5 minutes, and then add the sea salt and black pepper to taste.

4) Once the spinach artichoke mixture is finished cooking, add the sauce to the mixture. Mix well and transfer to the casserole dish. Bake in the oven for about 12-15 minutes or until baked through.

5) Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days and enjoy!

Cashew Cream Cheese

Try making this Cashew Cream Cheese for your next healthy spread option! Cashews are rich in a variety of nutrients including fiber, protein, copper, magnesium, and manganese. They are also full of powerful antioxidants, which help in reducing inflammation. Lemon juice provides a wide range of health benefits including improving digestion, regulating blood sugar levels, and promoting healthy skin. Sea salt is packed with a variety of electrolytes including magnesium, calcium, and potassium. Layer on a toasted gluten-free bagel or serve with your favorite veggies and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups raw cashews, soaked for at least 4 hours and drained

• 2 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tsp sea salt

Instructions:

1) Blend cashews, lemon juice, and sea salt in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Add in water to thin if needed.

2) Taste test and add additional lemon juice or sea salt if preferred.

3) Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and enjoy!

Banana Cashew Yogurt

Try making this Banana Cashew Yogurt for your next breakfast option! Bananas are packed with fiber and help to improve both digestion and blood sugar levels. Cashews serve as an excellent source of magnesium, copper, fiber, and antioxidants. They also benefit heart health as they have been proven to lower blood pressure levels. Coconut water promotes hydration and helps improve kidney health. Top with banana slices if preferred and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 2 bananas

• 1 cup cashews

• 1 ½ tbsp lemon juice

• ½ cup coconut water

• ½ tsp sea salt

Instructions:

1) Soak cashews in a bowl of warm water for at least two hours.

2) Once the two hours are up, drain the bowl of cashews. Combine all ingredients, except the coconut water, in a food processor and pulse only a few times.

3) Add in the coconut water intermittently and process until a smooth mixture is formed.

4) Store in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to two days.

Creamy Avocado Smoothie

Try making this Creamy Avocado Smoothie for your next breakfast or snack option! Avocados are a good source of fiber, magnesium, potassium, and Vitamins E and C. They help to support digestion and are excellent for heart health. Bananas are rich in potassium, making them an excellent food for maintaining healthy electrolyte levels. One can never go wrong when including spinach in any recipe, since this superfood offers many health benefits including preventing cancer, aiding in weight loss, reducing hypertension, and improving skin complexion. Dates will add a touch of sweetness to this smoothie and provide you with a variety of antioxidants. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 avocado

• 1 banana, frozen

• 1 cup spinach

• 1 cup almond milk

• 2 dates, pitted

• Cinnamon, optional

Instructions:

1) Combine all ingredients in a high-speed blender.

2) Blend until smooth. Dash a little cinnamon on top if desired and enjoy!