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Instapot Costa Rican black beans recipe

Instapot Costa Rican black beans recipe

So we got an Instapot! And, so far, we're loving it! It makes great rice and fab beans! As a Tica, black beans are a staple in our house. (Tica is the nickname for a female from Costa Rica.) If you know anything about Latin American culture, you know we like our beans. Each country or even region has its favorite...Continue reading

Clean Summer Gazpacho Recipe

Clean Summer Gazpacho Recipe

Enjoy my simple, clean summer gazpacho recipe!   A fresh, healthy and super easy recipe that I cooked up in our kitchen tonight. After getting a huge amount of beautiful tomatoes from our CSA (Rise 'N Shine Organic Farm) this week, I threw this together for the perfect non-cook summer dinner. Add crusty baguette circles...Continue reading

Banana popsicle recipe

Banana popsicle recipe

You want to know the cleanest, yummiest, ice cream snack? A frozen banana. It's delicious! And SOOOO easy to make. I used to eat these all the time as a kid in Costa Rica. It's been about 35 years since I've had one, and it's just as great as I remember! Ingredients Ripe bananas (but not over ripe) Popsicle...Continue reading

Kid-friendly snack — Peanut butter apple frogs

Kid-friendly snack — Peanut butter apple frogs

Getting creative with how we present snacks can make eating healthy more fun for kids. Why not make it healthy AND fun at the same time. Ingredients apples grapes blueberries sunflower seeds (optional) natural, unsweetened, organic peanut butter (or non-nut butter for kids with nut allergies) or honey Preparation 1. Slice and core apple. 2. Spread the...Continue reading

Quick, vegan curried garbanzo recipe

Quick, vegan curried garbanzo recipe

Serves: 2Preparation time: 5 minCooking time: 30 min For a quick, clean vegan protein, try my curried garbanzos. Easy and super tasty and is my new favorite. Plus it's clean eating and 21 Day Fix approved!  Ingredients 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil 1/4 c chopped shallots* 1/4 c finely chopped leeks* 1 clove garlic, minced...Continue reading

Simple quinoa recipe

Simple quinoa recipe

Serves: lotsPreparation time: 5 minCooking time: 15 min Quinoa is a fantastic carb. It's loaded in protein, clean and healthy. It's my go-to carb. I keep some cooked in the fridge at all times to add to any healthy meal. It’s delicious and can be prepared in 20 minutes! It’s great to eat as a side or add to...Continue reading

Homemade hummus recipe

Homemade hummus recipe

Homemade hummus is so much better for you than store-bought, so much tastier, and a quick recipe to mix up. I make this weekly and keep some handy for the family at all times. It's a quick, easy kid-friendly snack with clean ingredients and lots of protein. Add some homemade Critter Pita Chips, and you have a party! Ingredients 1...Continue reading

Kid-friendly yogurt fruit popsicle recipe

Kid-friendly yogurt fruit popsicle recipe

When it's hot outside who doesn't want to cool off with a frozen yummy? When we buy pre-made pops, they are usually full of sugar, preservatives and all kinds of nasties. So, why not make a healthy version in just minutes? Try this for a clean afternoon snack with your kids!  Ingredients 1 cup plain 2% greek yogurt 1 cup mixed fruit, fresh...Continue reading

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