<![CDATA[ALLISON APFELBAUM, NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR - ENERGIZING AND QUICK BREAKFASTS]]>Thu, 13 Apr 2023 14:21:55 -0700Weebly<![CDATA[Turmeric and Avocado Deviled Eggs]]>Mon, 20 Apr 2020 16:56:57 GMThttps://www.foodloveblog.com/energizing-and-quick-breakfasts/turmeric-and-avocado-deviled-eggs
Turmeric and Avocado Deviled Eggs
  If you are looking for a breakfast or lunch that is protein packed, anti-inflammatory, and full of flavor then try this recipe.  It is super easy to make, and very filling because of the healthy fats in the avocado.  I like to use 95% curcuminoid turmeric powder,  Feel free to use the regular spiced turmeric, you can find it in the grocery store. You can wrap and store these to eat throughout the week as well!

Tip: Make these in the beginning of the week, and store for a snack/easy lunch throughout the week.

Healthy tip: Turmeric is a great anti-inflammatory for pain, and it is a powerful antioxidant for the brain.

Ingredients:
  • 3-6 hard boiled eggs, cooled in the fridge for at least 30 minutes
  • 1/2 avocado
  • 2 Tbsp of turmeric powder (spice ok)
  • 1 Tbsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Recipe:
  1. Unshell hard boiled eggs, split into halves and remove yolks (add to a mixing bowl).
  2. Add the rest of the ingredients into bowl.  MIX together to form a "guacamole" type mixture.
  3. Fill the hard boiled eggs inside with the guacamole. Sprinkle with paprika (optional).

ENJOY! Super easy and delicious.








]]><![CDATA[Blueberry Chocolate Chip Muffin in a Mug]]>Tue, 31 Mar 2020 18:59:04 GMThttps://www.foodloveblog.com/energizing-and-quick-breakfasts/blueberry-chocolate-chip-muffin-in-a-mug

Blueberry Chocolate Chip Muffin in a Mug

  I literally hate baking, I do not know how to follow a recipe, HAHA! I love experimenting, but hey this was fool-proof. It cooks in 90 seconds. It tastes like a muffin in a mug, and it is so fast and easy.  Great for kids! Try it out :)

Healthy tip: Using almond flour mixtures or coconut flour instead of grains helps cut down on carbs and is great for blood sugar in the morning.  It also adds more protein.

Tip: Keep your berries frozen in the freezer to help them stay good for a very long time!

Ingredients:
  • 5 Tbsp of keto or paleo muffin/waffle/or pancake mix.  I like to use "Birch Benders" pancake mix.  You can use your own, but I like this because it is easy and premade.
  • 1 egg
  • 1 Tbsp oil of any kind, or 2 Tbsp banana mashed, or pumpkin mashed
  • 1 Tbsp frozen or fresh blueberries
  • 1 tsp chocolate chips
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 drizzle maple syrup if desired

Recipe:
  1. Mix all ingredients into a small bowl (except for maple syrup). The mixture shouldn't be too thick, if it is then add a small amount of water until it is smooth consistency. If it is too liquidy, add a little more pancake mix.
  2. Place ingredients into a mug. Heat in microwave for 90 seconds, stick a knife in it and make sure it comes out clean.  If it doesn't, place in for another 30 seconds.
  3. Drizzle maple syrup on top, eat within a few minutes while warm!
]]><![CDATA[Apple Cinnamon Chia Pudding]]>Thu, 29 Aug 2019 02:11:40 GMThttps://www.foodloveblog.com/energizing-and-quick-breakfasts/apple-cinnamon-chia-pudding
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Apple Cinnamon Chia Pudding 

​   If you know me at all, you would know that I love Chia seeds.  Chia is a super-food, it is full of protein, omega-3 fats, and it is anti-inflammatory for the gut.  It resembles flaxseeds, it also comes in bulk in the grocery store, but it has less of a nutty flavor.  I like that Chia absorbs liquid because it has so much fiber, and in the right ratio you can make a pudding like this one.  Chia pudding just needs about 3-4 Tbsp of seeds mixed with about 1 cup of liquid, in this case I used coconut milk. Any milk will work including cow's, almond, hemp, cashew, rice milk.  The coconut and the nut milks are usually more creamy in general. Chia pudding can really be made from any mix of ingredients.  I like to at least add some vanilla for a little sweeter flavor, and a fruit of some kind.  When you add cinnamon with vanilla it tastes great and I have added different flavors like pumpkin or apple for example.  You could also top the pudding with nuts, coconut flakes, or peanut butter for example. This particular pudding has flavors of apple and cinnamon together to create a fall flavored breakfast.  

Tip: If the pudding comes out too watery then add more Chia seeds.  If it is too thick then it likely needs more liquid.  Let the Chia pudding set overnight, you will see it begin to set after about 3 hours of time in the fridge. 

Healthy tip: Chia is mucilaginous which means it coats the intestines as a natural laxative for constipation without causing loose stools.  The fiber keeps the bowels regular daily. 

Ingredients: 
  • 3-4 Tbsp chia seeds
  • 1/4 cup of cut pieces of apple without the skin (or pear or peach)
  • 1 tsp of vanilla extract 
  • 1 cup of coconut milk (or another type of milk)
  • 1 tsp of cinnamon

Recipe: 
  1. Combine all ingredients in a small ramekin or small glass bowl, mix well. 
  2. Let sit in fridge overnight (it will begin to set after 3 hours). 
Enjoy as a great breakfast or savory treat, it will keep for at least 1 week in the fridge. 





]]><![CDATA[Apple Fig Harvest Bowl]]>Thu, 29 Aug 2019 01:59:05 GMThttps://www.foodloveblog.com/energizing-and-quick-breakfasts/apple-fig-harvest-bowl
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Apple Fig Harvest Bowl 

  I call this a "Harvest Bowl" because it has many flavors of fall, which is my favorite season of them all.  Figs and apple together give some sweetness, while the pumpkin seeds and chia seeds add some protein.  A smoothie bowl in general is a thicker version of a smoothie you may drink in a glass, this is served in a bowl with toppings. The smoothie itself can really be any combination of vegetables with some fruit.  I will give you a basic smoothie recipe, but feel free to experiment with different flavors. I like to keep my smoothies pretty basic without a lot of fruit, and then use the fruit and nuts on top in the bowl. I also drizzled a little bit of fresh farm sweet clover honey at the end. 

Tip: If you layer your toppings in a straight line, they create a border with each other which is appealing to the eye, and nice to serve for guests. I also like to create color combinations with a little bit of color that will pop! 

Healthy tip: Most breakfast items like cereal, toast, and pancakes have a ton of carbohydrates and sugar.  When you start your day with a fresh vegetable smoothie, whole fruit with fiber, and nuts/seeds, you are starting your day with a balanced blood sugar.  This will help your energy through the whole day! 

   Smoothie Ingredients: ​
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1 handful of carrots
  • 1/2 cup water
  • ​1 handful of walnuts (or almonds)
  • 1/4 cup of fresh berries or pears

Toppings ingredients: 
  • 4 figs cut in halves
  • 1/8 cup of chia seeds
  • 1/8 cup of pumpkin seeds
  • 1/2 apple cut into chunks
  • drizzled honey, cinnamon
  • dried coconut flakes 

Recipe: 
  1. Combine all smoothie ingredients into the blender, adding the water last and slowly, blend until thick and not too watery. 
  2. Add the thickened smoothie into the bowl. 
  3. Layer the toppings in a straight line, alternating fruit and seeds. 
  4. Top with drizzled honey and cinnamon.  ​Enjoy as breakfast!

]]><![CDATA[Blueberry Chia Oatmeal]]>Wed, 28 Aug 2019 18:03:17 GMThttps://www.foodloveblog.com/energizing-and-quick-breakfasts/energizing-green-smoothiePicture
Blueberry Chia Oatmeal 

 Chia Oatmeal is actually grain-free without actual oats. I use hot water and chia seeds together in a pot, and as it heats up it thickens just like regular oatmeal.  This tastes great with some sea salt, and walnuts, as well as cinnamon. The flavors taste like regular oatmeal but even better.  To make it a little sweeter you can add some berries on top. 

​Tip: You want to have the right ratio of seeds to water.  As the water boils, the mixture will thicken up.  Just don't let it go too long or it will burn the bottom of the pot, keep stirring the mixture to prevent this from happening. 

Healthy tip: Regular oatmeal is very high in carbohydrates which can effect blood sugar balance and hinder weight loss.  By using chia seeds instead, you are replacing the carbohydrates with a seed that is high in protein and healthy fats. 

Ingredients: 
  • 4 Tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 cup milk or dairy-free milk 
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 tsp cinnamon 
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1 handful of frozen or fresh berries like blueberries 
  • ​optional: sweetener of drizzled honey or organic maple syrup 

​Recipe: 
  1. In a small pot on the stove, bring to a boil the water, milk and chia seeds. 
  2. Reduce heat and simmer for another 5-10 minutes while stirring to make sure the mixture doesn't burn the bottom of the pot. 
  3. ​Add the sea salt and cinnamon as well as the walnuts. Continue to stir the mixture and cook it until it thickens up like oatmeal. 
  4. Remove from heat and pour into a bowl.  Add fresh berries on top as well as a drizzle of honey for some sweetness if you desire. 

This makes a delicious breakfast, it also reheats well! 
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