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Roasted brussels sprouts and grapes with a maple syrup balsamic glaze for the most delicious thanksgiving side dish; a little sweet and savory.

Roasted brussels sprouts and grapes with a maple syrup balsamic glaze for the most delicious thanksgiving side dish; a little sweet and savory.

Roasted Maple Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Red Grapes

November 15, 2018 by Blair Fynn in Sauces / Spreads

I have a confession. I made these the other day and before I had an opportunity to take a few photos to share with you all on the blog - I had eaten the entire batch. So, the next day I had to head to the store to purchase the ingredients again, but I definitely wasn’t mad about it.

There was just something about the roasted crispy Brussels sprouts, with the taste of the tart yet sweet juicy red grapes and a little crunch from the pecans that made this side just really really tasty. Plus, I made a quick glaze for them with maple syrup, Organic Hemp Oil, and balsamic that balanced out the savory side of the vegetables and resulted in a sticky sweet finish. Trust me on this one - everything just works …you can just tell from the photos how the caramelized sauce covers each bite after it was roasted in the oven.

This is a perfect Thanksgiving side dish because it doesn’t take too long to prep. Once you have the Brussels, red grapes, and the pecans in a baking dish you pour the sauce over and bake in the oven for about 40-45 minutes. That is it! For the sauce I used a little maple syrup, balsamic vinaigrette, and Organic Hemp Oil (plus a few spices!).

The Organic Hemp Oil that I used was from Carrington Farms! They make such delicious Non-GMO products with clean ingredients that you can order right from their website! They have a variety of products ranging from cooking oils, specialty oils, baking products, and even single serve packets. I decided to use Organic Hemp Oil for this dish because of all the benefits it provides.

o   It supports your skin and hair health

o   Contains Omega-3s which are great for your brain health, boosting your mood, and helping with digestion

o   Can help fight inflammation

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If you are unsure as to how to use it, you can simply replace it the same way you would with any other oil or even use it to moisturize your skin! I love cooking with it, adding a bit to my smoothies, or making homemade salad dressings! This particular Organic Hemp Oil from Carrington Farms is gluten free, vegan, dairy free, and tastes amazing.

This recipe makes enough to either last you for the entire week if you are making it as part of your meal prep or it is the perfect dish to bring to your Thanksgiving dinner. You can always make this beforehand and re-heat it once you plan to eat! It will last up to 5 days in the fridge and the best part is that the pecans do not lose their crunch; it almost tastes better a few days later because everything has had time to marinate!

 Also! One last thing, you will probably end up buying more grapes than you need for the recipe, so instead of letting the grapes go bad, I froze the rest and they make such a refreshing snack or you can add them into your smoothies with a little peanut butter and banana (plus the Organic Hemp Oil!) to make a peanut butter jelly smoothie!

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Side Dish Yields: 5-7

Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 40-45 minutes

Total time: less than 50 minutes

 Ingredients:

 2 12 oz. bags of Brussels sprouts, sliced in half
2 cups red grapes
2 cups pecans, kept whole
1/4 cup Carrington Farms Organic Hemp Oil
1/4-1/2 cup maple syrup (adjust to your level of sweetness preference)
1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette sea salt + pepper to taste
Directions: 

  1. Pre-heat the oven to 400 degrees.

2. In a large mixing bowl add the Brussels sprouts (halved), pecans, and the red grapes.

3.In a small bowl combine the maple syrup, Organic Hemp Oil, balsamic vinaigrette, sea salt, and pepper. Taste test and adjust.

4.Pour the sauce in the large mixing bowl and mix until well combined.

5. Pour the mixture into a baking dish (large enough so everything is somewhat spread out)

6.  Bake in the oven at 400 degrees for about 40-45 minutes.

7. Serve warm.

8. Allow to completely cool before storing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

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November 15, 2018 /Blair Fynn
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1.5 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk (used @malkorganics) 
2 tbsp raw cacao powder 
Dash of EACH; cinnamon, turmeric, ginger 
1 tbsp @enjoylifefoods mini chocolate chips (dairy free)
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On a cookie sheet or anything flat, cover with parchment paper & add; 👉🏼spread 2 containers of greek style yogurt (i used @kitehillfoods )
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maple glazed salmon, scoop of homemade pesto [tons of variations on my blog] roasted brussels + zucchini w/ shredded cashew cheese, avocado, cucumbers, cinnamon sweet potatoes. All drizzled with tahini + cashew cheese. Salmon; 375 degrees for about 15 mins. Add sea salt, pepper, 1/2 tbsp or more maple syrup, dash of soy sauce. Sweet potatoes; coconut oil, sea salt, cinnamon 425 for 25 mins or until crispy (cooked earlier). Zucchini + brussels 425 for 15 mins w/ sea salt pepper shredded cashew cheese. #salmon #lunch #fastrecipes #sweetpotato
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morning! i had a lot of requests to list out my go-to / favorite dairy free brands / products out there; so it is finally complete. [if i forgot a category LMK!] - being allergic to dairy sucks! 🤮 but; compared to 10 years ago we are super fortunate that there are so many good companies out there making things so much easier & accessible for us, & that actually taste good! I’ve tried so many & wasted so much 💰 so hopefully you trust me on this list, with my favorite things from each brand too! the link is in my bio, hopefully you’ll discover new brands that will make baking, cooking or snacking much easier and worry free! #dairyfree #fridgesituation #fridgeselfie
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you need two slices of bread, 1 egg, almond milk + cinnamon. 
Heat 2 tbsp coconut oil over your cast iron pan or non stick. Next, slice two pieces of bread (any bread will do) into ‘sticks’. In a small bowl combine 1 egg, few dashes of cinnamon, 1/2 cup almond milk. Dip the sticks into the egg wash so they are evenly coated. Gently place in the cast iron and cook on EACH side for about 4 mins. Top off with @rxbar maple almond butter, chia seeds, bee pollen + more cinnamon! so easy!! You can also add anything you want into the egg wash (any spices, scoop of protein powder, collagen etc!) #FallforRX #frenchtoast #breakfast
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just stepping out to get oysters + 🍷. Then be in bed by 9 🤭 but I’m feeling really good about this decision. #howyouknowyoureover30 #saturday
just stepping out to get oysters + 🍷. Then be in bed by 9 🤭 but I’m feeling really good about this decision. #howyouknowyoureover30 #saturday
super early lunch 🥙 this week flew by for me & felt that i finally had my ish together. ironically as i gave up coffee this week 🤔 usually i have one or two days where i look back and wonder if i actually did anything; ya know? .
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For this bowl, i added in roasted wild salmon w/ @sietefoods spicy blanco cashew cheese, butter lettuce, chopped walnuts - you can toast them quickly in oven too with seasonings for a few mins, tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado, jalapeños. The dressing i used was @primalkitchenfoods green goddess. I love all of theirs; esp the turmeric one! Salmon, sea salt + pepper at 400 degrees for 12-15 mins 👻. #lunch #foodfriday #notasaddesklunch #dairyfree
super early lunch 🥙 this week flew by for me & felt that i finally had my ish together. ironically as i gave up coffee this week 🤔 usually i have one or two days where i look back and wonder if i actually did anything; ya know? . . For this bowl, i added in roasted wild salmon w/ @sietefoods spicy blanco cashew cheese, butter lettuce, chopped walnuts - you can toast them quickly in oven too with seasonings for a few mins, tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado, jalapeños. The dressing i used was @primalkitchenfoods green goddess. I love all of theirs; esp the turmeric one! Salmon, sea salt + pepper at 400 degrees for 12-15 mins 👻. #lunch #foodfriday #notasaddesklunch #dairyfree
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i make a yogurt bowl pretty much every single morning or for afternoon snack - but being allergic to dairy i feel lucky these days that there are brands like @so_delicious that makes these dairy free yogurt alternatives with organic coconuts & there are 13 flavors to choose from, from unsweetened to this pineapple 🍍 brûlée - tastes like dessert! I like these because they are super thick, creamy, and you don’t need to add in much - they taste really good on their own! IF, i do, I’ll add in chia seeds, shredded coconut flakes & a spoonful of coconut butter. what are your favorite add ins? #SoDelicious #sp #Nothingcompares #yogurtbowls
summer is definitely great & all; but who’s ready for fall and these pumpkin bars I’ll be sharing next week? #NOTpumpkinspicattestho #pumpkin #oats
summer is definitely great & all; but who’s ready for fall and these pumpkin bars I’ll be sharing next week? #NOTpumpkinspicattestho #pumpkin #oats
i really like to snack 😭 & i am sharing on the GO 🛴 snacks on my blog today; that you can easily make with @rxbar new maple almond butter packets 🍁🍁 normally i eat straight from the packet but up there today, there is over 15 snacks/breakfast ideas for work, travel, school- whatever using the single serve packets! 👇🏼
X freezer fudge 
X yogurt dips
X stuffed frozen 🍌 
X salad dressing (not really a snack but) 
X maple hot chocolate & more. - i think these little packets are perfect if you travel a lot, on planes, or before an early morning workout. Link in bio! leave me some ideas in comments; I’ll add them! #almondbutter #snacks #rxbar #beachcruiser
i really like to snack 😭 & i am sharing on the GO 🛴 snacks on my blog today; that you can easily make with @rxbar new maple almond butter packets 🍁🍁 normally i eat straight from the packet but up there today, there is over 15 snacks/breakfast ideas for work, travel, school- whatever using the single serve packets! 👇🏼 X freezer fudge X yogurt dips X stuffed frozen 🍌 X salad dressing (not really a snack but) X maple hot chocolate & more. - i think these little packets are perfect if you travel a lot, on planes, or before an early morning workout. Link in bio! leave me some ideas in comments; I’ll add them! #almondbutter #snacks #rxbar #beachcruiser
awake before the sun this morning 🍵 .
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yesterday i shared that the majority of my stomach issues are back; usually i am pretty routine with the foods i eat, managing stress, & keeping up with a workout routine that helps but i also can be pretty lenient with it all too because i hate feeling like I’m in a box. when you’ve had things like SIBO, leaky gut, gastroparesis (still do) i feel that you’re constantly in “heal mode” - although it’s been pretty manageable for the last year or so- I’ve dealt with this all for 8+ years. On my blog there are a few posts that focus exactly on that, what i did, ate, in social situations, cut back on, tests i took to overcome countless meds etc & heal. Search em! I know a lot of you ask but I’m always reluctant to share ‘what i eat in a day’ or what i do now with major flares because even if we have the same diagnosis we might have to treat it very differently & im constantly working with doctors that specialize. It can be a pretty painful physically & isolating thing esp when you don’t usually look “different”. Luckily for me now, it takes less time to recover & heal - usually the first things that i take a break from from my ‘diet’ are coffee, alcohol, gluten, ALL sugars (all can hurt gut lining & inflammation, esp leaky gut), & one big thing is high intensity training is out. more low impact workouts (🧘‍♀️) or nothing at all, no snacking/no packaged foods (obvious) more filling meals with simple proteins & veggies. Say no to lots of things. It’s so challenging navigating through all this on top of added outside stressors & what others are doing; not about added in trendy juices or 🍄. Sometimes that doesn’t work for us. It’s about back to basic, simple foods. Instead of being super specific on a blog post I’m happy to share general changes i make quickly to reduce pain, inflammation (different than bloat), brain fog, migraines, general foods, and certain things that must be cut out since it seems all foods make you feel like a POS. yeah LMK. Here to help🖤#guthealth #matchamornings #feelgoodfood
awake before the sun this morning 🍵 . . yesterday i shared that the majority of my stomach issues are back; usually i am pretty routine with the foods i eat, managing stress, & keeping up with a workout routine that helps but i also can be pretty lenient with it all too because i hate feeling like I’m in a box. when you’ve had things like SIBO, leaky gut, gastroparesis (still do) i feel that you’re constantly in “heal mode” - although it’s been pretty manageable for the last year or so- I’ve dealt with this all for 8+ years. On my blog there are a few posts that focus exactly on that, what i did, ate, in social situations, cut back on, tests i took to overcome countless meds etc & heal. Search em! I know a lot of you ask but I’m always reluctant to share ‘what i eat in a day’ or what i do now with major flares because even if we have the same diagnosis we might have to treat it very differently & im constantly working with doctors that specialize. It can be a pretty painful physically & isolating thing esp when you don’t usually look “different”. Luckily for me now, it takes less time to recover & heal - usually the first things that i take a break from from my ‘diet’ are coffee, alcohol, gluten, ALL sugars (all can hurt gut lining & inflammation, esp leaky gut), & one big thing is high intensity training is out. more low impact workouts (🧘‍♀️) or nothing at all, no snacking/no packaged foods (obvious) more filling meals with simple proteins & veggies. Say no to lots of things. It’s so challenging navigating through all this on top of added outside stressors & what others are doing; not about added in trendy juices or 🍄. Sometimes that doesn’t work for us. It’s about back to basic, simple foods. Instead of being super specific on a blog post I’m happy to share general changes i make quickly to reduce pain, inflammation (different than bloat), brain fog, migraines, general foods, and certain things that must be cut out since it seems all foods make you feel like a POS. yeah LMK. Here to help🖤#guthealth #matchamornings #feelgoodfood
blueberry hazelnut oats on the go! @bobsredmill is one of my favorite brands & these little oatmeal cups make it convenient for a quick filling breakfast or even when you are traveling (airports/road trips/vacation). all you need to do is heat water over the stove top add it to the cup and let it sit for about 3 minutes. I usually just mix in cinnamon, fresh blueberries, or nut butter. most places these days will give you or have hot water when you are out or on a plane/at work; so this is really good option for breakfast or snack! I always forget how filling oatmeal is; stick to your ribs kind of breakfast. To save even more time in the morning you can add in almond milk or yogurt the night before, let it sit overnight and it is already for you in the morning! #breakfastonthego #partner #bobsredmill #oatmeal
blueberry hazelnut oats on the go! @bobsredmill is one of my favorite brands & these little oatmeal cups make it convenient for a quick filling breakfast or even when you are traveling (airports/road trips/vacation). all you need to do is heat water over the stove top add it to the cup and let it sit for about 3 minutes. I usually just mix in cinnamon, fresh blueberries, or nut butter. most places these days will give you or have hot water when you are out or on a plane/at work; so this is really good option for breakfast or snack! I always forget how filling oatmeal is; stick to your ribs kind of breakfast. To save even more time in the morning you can add in almond milk or yogurt the night before, let it sit overnight and it is already for you in the morning! #breakfastonthego #partner #bobsredmill #oatmeal
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canned tuna salad mixed with half avocado + sea salt, pepper, turmeric, lemon, little avocado mayo. butter lettuce, veggies (sautéed broccoli + zucchini until crispy in any spices), cucumbers, cherry tomatoes + olive oil, tahini, balsamic + @tiogazpacho verde gazpacho on the side- this is their lowest in sugar drinkable soup; but all don’t have funky ingredients - usually have PART of my meal / snack or for the corn one i add it in salsas to give them a bit more flavor 🖤 #teamtio #notasaddesklunch #chipsforever #quicklunch
came home yesterday super early to get a few things done; sometimes a little change in scenery can make a big difference when i am working. when i have a lot of deadlines coming up i get ahead of myself & get a little 🤪 trying to learn to take one thing at a time but i like to do everything at once right away 🤯 🐐. ANYWAYS, had a lunch break outside that is usually my go to, believe it or not i hate spending more than 15 mins to make a meal unless it’s dinner. . . canned tuna salad mixed with half avocado + sea salt, pepper, turmeric, lemon, little avocado mayo. butter lettuce, veggies (sautéed broccoli + zucchini until crispy in any spices), cucumbers, cherry tomatoes + olive oil, tahini, balsamic + @tiogazpacho verde gazpacho on the side- this is their lowest in sugar drinkable soup; but all don’t have funky ingredients - usually have PART of my meal / snack or for the corn one i add it in salsas to give them a bit more flavor 🖤 #teamtio #notasaddesklunch #chipsforever #quicklunch
ready for a feel good treat? i’ve teamed up with @iamwellandgood & @pyureorganic (the stevia i use) to update my super creamy, thick, fudgy dark chocolate avocado pudding- this is something that you can whip up in less than 10 minutes and only has 7 ingredients. this time around I used both the maple flavored syrup and the stevia sweetener from @pyureorganic giving it the perfect amount of sweetness to balance out the raw cacao but without the sugar. this is one of my favorite desserts to make as a single serving or for a party. the mousse is customizable and you can even eat it for breakfast considering the base is made with ripe avocados and raw cacao (don’t let that scare you!) Check the link in the bio for the full recipe and ways to change it up each time! 🖤#iamwellandgood #partner #pyurelife
ready for a feel good treat? i’ve teamed up with @iamwellandgood & @pyureorganic (the stevia i use) to update my super creamy, thick, fudgy dark chocolate avocado pudding- this is something that you can whip up in less than 10 minutes and only has 7 ingredients. this time around I used both the maple flavored syrup and the stevia sweetener from @pyureorganic giving it the perfect amount of sweetness to balance out the raw cacao but without the sugar. this is one of my favorite desserts to make as a single serving or for a party. the mousse is customizable and you can even eat it for breakfast considering the base is made with ripe avocados and raw cacao (don’t let that scare you!) Check the link in the bio for the full recipe and ways to change it up each time! 🖤#iamwellandgood #partner #pyurelife
when i used to live in spain for a while w/ different families this is what i ate pretty much every single day- for morning breakfast; Spanish omelette. 🤤 - when i was out over the weekend i ordered one and forgot how much i loved them. super easy to make, last’s up to a week & you can either have it cold or warm it back up (i prefer cold) for on the go, or fast dinner 👌🏻 👇🏼 .
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less than 30 mins serves 2-3. 👉🏼 in your cast iron pan add 1-2 tbsp olive oil to medium heat. Thinly slice up a russet potato (can use sweet potatoes but not the same); add to cast iron w/ sea salt pepper & any other seasonings. Sauté for about 10 or so mins until the potatoes begin to brown & crisp. In a large bowl add your eggs (i used 6). Whisk. (I also added in extra leftover pre cooked veggies, but these are mainly just done with onions). Turn down the heat to low/ medium add in your eggs to the cast iron and make sure it is evenly spread. Allow to cook for about 10 mins. You can always throw it under the broiler on high for the remaining five mins to make sure the top cooks evenly OR carefully flip it to cook the other side. As long as the eggs are all the way cooked you’re good! Lasts up to week in fridge or can be left out. 🖤 #eggs #breakfastonthego #spanishomlette
when i used to live in spain for a while w/ different families this is what i ate pretty much every single day- for morning breakfast; Spanish omelette. 🤤 - when i was out over the weekend i ordered one and forgot how much i loved them. super easy to make, last’s up to a week & you can either have it cold or warm it back up (i prefer cold) for on the go, or fast dinner 👌🏻 👇🏼 . . less than 30 mins serves 2-3. 👉🏼 in your cast iron pan add 1-2 tbsp olive oil to medium heat. Thinly slice up a russet potato (can use sweet potatoes but not the same); add to cast iron w/ sea salt pepper & any other seasonings. Sauté for about 10 or so mins until the potatoes begin to brown & crisp. In a large bowl add your eggs (i used 6). Whisk. (I also added in extra leftover pre cooked veggies, but these are mainly just done with onions). Turn down the heat to low/ medium add in your eggs to the cast iron and make sure it is evenly spread. Allow to cook for about 10 mins. You can always throw it under the broiler on high for the remaining five mins to make sure the top cooks evenly OR carefully flip it to cook the other side. As long as the eggs are all the way cooked you’re good! Lasts up to week in fridge or can be left out. 🖤 #eggs #breakfastonthego #spanishomlette
ignores heat wave warnings of 98 + temperatures & decides to wrap up the long weekend with a run 💦 #ameaturehour #neededthissweat
ignores heat wave warnings of 98 + temperatures & decides to wrap up the long weekend with a run 💦 #ameaturehour #neededthissweat
quick, act natural 🔥 #HEATWAVE #puma #stillchuggingwater #teamfaster 📸 @matteophotographs
quick, act natural 🔥 #HEATWAVE #puma #stillchuggingwater #teamfaster 📸 @matteophotographs
all i wanted this morning was homemade pumpkin bread + 2 fried eggs; so while i ran out to get a 🍵 & do a few errands i threw some pumpkin bread in the oven and rushed to get everything done to beat the oven timer 🤯😫 i topped off the bread w/ @rxbar maple almond butter 🔥 + chia seeds for sweet + 🍳 & an avocado w/ sea salt olive oil pepper + nutritional yeast for savory. I just cooked the eggs in my cast iron on high with olive oil until crispy, didn’t flip! #FallforRx #pumpkinbread #breakfast happy fall 🍂🍂 catching up on everything today & hoping to squeeze in some yoga tonight after a few meetings 🙏🏻 would be ideal since all i did yesterday was move between the couch & bed + eat every chip in sight 🤡 anyways, this is my favorite thing when you’re craving chocolate but not all the sugar + i love em 👉🏼
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1.5 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk (used @malkorganics) 
2 tbsp raw cacao powder 
Dash of EACH; cinnamon, turmeric, ginger 
1 tbsp @enjoylifefoods mini chocolate chips (dairy free)
i also added in 1/2 tbsp coconut butter, 1 packet @wylde.one “yoga in a cup” stress relief, + pinch of sea salt. but that’s all optional! Heat it all up, blend. Topped with pumpkin spice + raw cacao! it’s so good! 🤭 #hotcacao #chocolate #falldrinks honestly this tastes better than it looks 🤣i made some frozen yogurt pieces 🍦 the other day - it’s easy & probably should have shared this in the summer but 🤷🏼‍♀️ you need; .
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On a cookie sheet or anything flat, cover with parchment paper & add; 👉🏼spread 2 containers of greek style yogurt (i used @kitehillfoods )
👉🏼Lots of cinnamon on top 👉🏼Then, depending on the flavor mix in; powdered PB, protein powder, or cacao powder. I used @philosophielove berry bliss- about 2 tbsp. 👉🏼Swirl in 2 tbsp nut butter, i used @rxbar maple almond butter. 👉🏼you can also mix in a little maple syrup or any sweetener of choice. 👉🏼 top with nuts, seeds, fruit, chocolate chips, bee pollen etc. 👉🏼place in freezer for 2 + hours. Then cut into pieces. Don’t keep it out for too long when you’re eating or it turns back into a pool of yogurt ✌🏼#frozenyogurt #almondbutter #snacks jumping from one thing to the next today & put this lunch together in about 20 mins. i put more effort into dinner because i do love to cook 🍲🍷 but for lunch i need something quick; usually I’ll make enough different sides at dinner so i have some of them as leftovers for lunch - I’m not “Sunday” meal prep person; i like to eat what i am in the mood for 🍲 👉🏼
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maple glazed salmon, scoop of homemade pesto [tons of variations on my blog] roasted brussels + zucchini w/ shredded cashew cheese, avocado, cucumbers, cinnamon sweet potatoes. All drizzled with tahini + cashew cheese. Salmon; 375 degrees for about 15 mins. Add sea salt, pepper, 1/2 tbsp or more maple syrup, dash of soy sauce. Sweet potatoes; coconut oil, sea salt, cinnamon 425 for 25 mins or until crispy (cooked earlier). Zucchini + brussels 425 for 15 mins w/ sea salt pepper shredded cashew cheese. #salmon #lunch #fastrecipes #sweetpotato sometimes i forget how much i love a good sweaty //🔥 yoga class that pushed me till my edge both mentally & physically. really nothing like it; esp when you’re laying there at the end; thinking about not ONE thing✌🏼& everything just feels OK. heading home to make dinner & relax 🖤 #parkinglotselfies #yogaeverydamnday #imreallytiredtho #puma morning! i had a lot of requests to list out my go-to / favorite dairy free brands / products out there; so it is finally complete. [if i forgot a category LMK!] - being allergic to dairy sucks! 🤮 but; compared to 10 years ago we are super fortunate that there are so many good companies out there making things so much easier & accessible for us, & that actually taste good! I’ve tried so many & wasted so much 💰 so hopefully you trust me on this list, with my favorite things from each brand too! the link is in my bio, hopefully you’ll discover new brands that will make baking, cooking or snacking much easier and worry free! #dairyfree #fridgesituation #fridgeselfie the recipe is up for these pumpkin spice oat bars 🎃(or can be made into a big oatmeal bake which you can throw in the oven while you’re getting ready for work 🙏🏻). I just cut them into squares for grab & go; & drizzled them with dark chocolate. the ingredient list is pretty short & i added in @vitalproteins collagen; which you can read all about why + 100 other recipes i use it for on my blog! link in bio! #vitalproteins #oatmeal #fallrecipes anyone else live on french toast sticks when you were little; dipped in maple syrup cup packets 🤤 same. I recreated them, a little better for you this time- they came out so crispy. I topped them with @rxbar maple almond butter because it tastes exactly like maple syrup but has more protein (9 grams in one packet) & way less sugar. I posted the recipe on my blog, but i will leave it here too! It’s so simple! Link in bio!! .
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you need two slices of bread, 1 egg, almond milk + cinnamon. 
Heat 2 tbsp coconut oil over your cast iron pan or non stick. Next, slice two pieces of bread (any bread will do) into ‘sticks’. In a small bowl combine 1 egg, few dashes of cinnamon, 1/2 cup almond milk. Dip the sticks into the egg wash so they are evenly coated. Gently place in the cast iron and cook on EACH side for about 4 mins. Top off with @rxbar maple almond butter, chia seeds, bee pollen + more cinnamon! so easy!! You can also add anything you want into the egg wash (any spices, scoop of protein powder, collagen etc!) #FallforRX #frenchtoast #breakfast just stepping out to get oysters + 🍷. Then be in bed by 9 🤭 but I’m feeling really good about this decision. #howyouknowyoureover30 #saturday super early lunch 🥙 this week flew by for me & felt that i finally had my ish together. ironically as i gave up coffee this week 🤔 usually i have one or two days where i look back and wonder if i actually did anything; ya know? .
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For this bowl, i added in roasted wild salmon w/ @sietefoods spicy blanco cashew cheese, butter lettuce, chopped walnuts - you can toast them quickly in oven too with seasonings for a few mins, tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado, jalapeños. The dressing i used was @primalkitchenfoods green goddess. I love all of theirs; esp the turmeric one! Salmon, sea salt + pepper at 400 degrees for 12-15 mins 👻. #lunch #foodfriday #notasaddesklunch #dairyfree i make a yogurt bowl pretty much every single morning or for afternoon snack - but being allergic to dairy i feel lucky these days that there are brands like @so_delicious that makes these dairy free yogurt alternatives with organic coconuts & there are 13 flavors to choose from, from unsweetened to this pineapple 🍍 brûlée - tastes like dessert! I like these because they are super thick, creamy, and you don’t need to add in much - they taste really good on their own! IF, i do, I’ll add in chia seeds, shredded coconut flakes & a spoonful of coconut butter. what are your favorite add ins? #SoDelicious #sp #Nothingcompares #yogurtbowls summer is definitely great & all; but who’s ready for fall and these pumpkin bars I’ll be sharing next week? #NOTpumpkinspicattestho #pumpkin #oats i really like to snack 😭 & i am sharing on the GO 🛴 snacks on my blog today; that you can easily make with @rxbar new maple almond butter packets 🍁🍁 normally i eat straight from the packet but up there today, there is over 15 snacks/breakfast ideas for work, travel, school- whatever using the single serve packets! 👇🏼
X freezer fudge 
X yogurt dips
X stuffed frozen 🍌 
X salad dressing (not really a snack but) 
X maple hot chocolate & more. - i think these little packets are perfect if you travel a lot, on planes, or before an early morning workout. Link in bio! leave me some ideas in comments; I’ll add them! #almondbutter #snacks #rxbar #beachcruiser awake before the sun this morning 🍵 .
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yesterday i shared that the majority of my stomach issues are back; usually i am pretty routine with the foods i eat, managing stress, & keeping up with a workout routine that helps but i also can be pretty lenient with it all too because i hate feeling like I’m in a box. when you’ve had things like SIBO, leaky gut, gastroparesis (still do) i feel that you’re constantly in “heal mode” - although it’s been pretty manageable for the last year or so- I’ve dealt with this all for 8+ years. On my blog there are a few posts that focus exactly on that, what i did, ate, in social situations, cut back on, tests i took to overcome countless meds etc & heal. Search em! I know a lot of you ask but I’m always reluctant to share ‘what i eat in a day’ or what i do now with major flares because even if we have the same diagnosis we might have to treat it very differently & im constantly working with doctors that specialize. It can be a pretty painful physically & isolating thing esp when you don’t usually look “different”. Luckily for me now, it takes less time to recover & heal - usually the first things that i take a break from from my ‘diet’ are coffee, alcohol, gluten, ALL sugars (all can hurt gut lining & inflammation, esp leaky gut), & one big thing is high intensity training is out. more low impact workouts (🧘‍♀️) or nothing at all, no snacking/no packaged foods (obvious) more filling meals with simple proteins & veggies. Say no to lots of things. It’s so challenging navigating through all this on top of added outside stressors & what others are doing; not about added in trendy juices or 🍄. Sometimes that doesn’t work for us. It’s about back to basic, simple foods. Instead of being super specific on a blog post I’m happy to share general changes i make quickly to reduce pain, inflammation (different than bloat), brain fog, migraines, general foods, and certain things that must be cut out since it seems all foods make you feel like a POS. yeah LMK. Here to help🖤#guthealth #matchamornings #feelgoodfood blueberry hazelnut oats on the go! @bobsredmill is one of my favorite brands & these little oatmeal cups make it convenient for a quick filling breakfast or even when you are traveling (airports/road trips/vacation). all you need to do is heat water over the stove top add it to the cup and let it sit for about 3 minutes. I usually just mix in cinnamon, fresh blueberries, or nut butter. most places these days will give you or have hot water when you are out or on a plane/at work; so this is really good option for breakfast or snack! I always forget how filling oatmeal is; stick to your ribs kind of breakfast. To save even more time in the morning you can add in almond milk or yogurt the night before, let it sit overnight and it is already for you in the morning! #breakfastonthego #partner #bobsredmill #oatmeal came home yesterday super early to get a few things done; sometimes a little change in scenery can make a big difference when i am working. when i have a lot of deadlines coming up i get ahead of myself & get a little 🤪 trying to learn to take one thing at a time but i like to do everything at once right away 🤯 🐐. ANYWAYS, had a lunch break outside that is usually my go to, believe it or not i hate spending more than 15 mins to make a meal unless it’s dinner. .
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canned tuna salad mixed with half avocado + sea salt, pepper, turmeric, lemon, little avocado mayo. butter lettuce, veggies (sautéed broccoli + zucchini until crispy in any spices), cucumbers, cherry tomatoes + olive oil, tahini, balsamic + @tiogazpacho verde gazpacho on the side- this is their lowest in sugar drinkable soup; but all don’t have funky ingredients - usually have PART of my meal / snack or for the corn one i add it in salsas to give them a bit more flavor 🖤 #teamtio #notasaddesklunch #chipsforever #quicklunch ready for a feel good treat? i’ve teamed up with @iamwellandgood & @pyureorganic (the stevia i use) to update my super creamy, thick, fudgy dark chocolate avocado pudding- this is something that you can whip up in less than 10 minutes and only has 7 ingredients. this time around I used both the maple flavored syrup and the stevia sweetener from @pyureorganic giving it the perfect amount of sweetness to balance out the raw cacao but without the sugar. this is one of my favorite desserts to make as a single serving or for a party. the mousse is customizable and you can even eat it for breakfast considering the base is made with ripe avocados and raw cacao (don’t let that scare you!) Check the link in the bio for the full recipe and ways to change it up each time! 🖤#iamwellandgood #partner #pyurelife when i used to live in spain for a while w/ different families this is what i ate pretty much every single day- for morning breakfast; Spanish omelette. 🤤 - when i was out over the weekend i ordered one and forgot how much i loved them. super easy to make, last’s up to a week & you can either have it cold or warm it back up (i prefer cold) for on the go, or fast dinner 👌🏻 👇🏼 .
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less than 30 mins serves 2-3. 👉🏼 in your cast iron pan add 1-2 tbsp olive oil to medium heat. Thinly slice up a russet potato (can use sweet potatoes but not the same); add to cast iron w/ sea salt pepper & any other seasonings. Sauté for about 10 or so mins until the potatoes begin to brown & crisp. In a large bowl add your eggs (i used 6). Whisk. (I also added in extra leftover pre cooked veggies, but these are mainly just done with onions). Turn down the heat to low/ medium add in your eggs to the cast iron and make sure it is evenly spread. Allow to cook for about 10 mins. You can always throw it under the broiler on high for the remaining five mins to make sure the top cooks evenly OR carefully flip it to cook the other side. As long as the eggs are all the way cooked you’re good! Lasts up to week in fridge or can be left out. 🖤 #eggs #breakfastonthego #spanishomlette ignores heat wave warnings of 98 + temperatures & decides to wrap up the long weekend with a run 💦 #ameaturehour #neededthissweat quick, act natural 🔥 #HEATWAVE #puma #stillchuggingwater #teamfaster 📸 @matteophotographs

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