Paleo Sweet Potato Waffles

Try making these Paleo Sweet Potato Waffles for your next breakfast option! Sweet potatoes are loaded with antioxidants and offer a variety of health benefits including healthy vision, gut health, and improved brain function. Eggs serve as an excellent source of protein as well as omega-3 fatty acids. Coconuts contain high amounts of copper, manganese, and iron, all of which are essential for producing healthy red blood cells. Top these waffles with maple syrup and fresh fruit and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 4 cups sweet potatoes, grated

• 2 eggs, whisked

• ¼ tsp sea salt

• Coconut oil for greasing

Instructions:

1) Begin heating a waffle iron and grease with coconut oil to avoid batter from sticking.

2) In a large bowl, mix the sweet potatoes, eggs, and sea salt.

3) Transfer the batter to the waffle iron and cook until golden. This recipe will yield about 6 waffles.

4) Allow to cool before serving and enjoy!

Paleo Macadamia Nut Cookies

Try making these Paleo Macadamia Nut Cookies for your next healthy dessert option! Macadamia nuts contain healthy monounsaturated fats that help lower the risk of heart disease. Coconut butter is packed with fiber, helps boost immunity, and aids in weight loss. Tapioca flour is low in calories and is naturally gluten-free. Maple syrup serves as an excellent alternative to refined sugar and provides plenty of amino acids. Serve these delicious cookies with a cup of coconut or almond milk and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 egg and 1 egg yolk

• ¼ cup organic coconut sugar

• ½ cup coconut butter, melted

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ¼ cup maple syrup

• ½ cup coconut flour

• ¼ cup tapioca flour

• 1 tsp sea salt

• ½ tsp baking soda

• ½ cup macadamia nuts, chopped

Instructions:

1) Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

2) In a large bowl, mix the egg, egg yolk, coconut sugar, coconut butter, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until smooth.

3) In a separate large bowl, combine the coconut flour, tapioca flour, sea salt, and baking soda. Add this mixture to the wet mixture and combine well. Stir in the chopped macadamia nuts.

4) Use a cookie scooper to spoon the dough onto the baking sheet. Use your hands to lightly flatten the cookies (this recipe will yield about 12 cookies).

5) Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool before serving and enjoy!

Beet Hummus

Try making this simple but delicious Beet Hummus for your next snack option! Beets are a highly nutritious vegetable packed with copper and fiber. They help fight inflammation, improve digestion, and keep blood pressure levels in check. Cashews are loaded with protein and fiber, and they also help boost heart health. Tahini serves as an excellent source of antioxidants and protects against liver and kidney damage. Store in the refrigerator for up to four days and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• ½ cup raw, unsalted cashews (soaked for at least 2 hours and drained)

• 1 ½ cup beets, cooked and diced

• ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil

• ⅓ cup lemon juice

• 2 tbsp tahini

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• 1 ½ tsp sea salt

• 1 tsp black pepper

Instructions:

1) Pulse all ingredients in a food processor or high-speed blender, while making sure to take breaks to scrape down the sides when necessary. Continue to pulse until a hummus-like consistency is formed.

2) Add in additional salt, pepper, and/or oil if preferred. Serve with gluten-free crackers or your favorite veggies and 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!