Homemade Walnut Butter

I am a huge nut butter fan. I love nut butters so much that my pantry is filled with them! Some of my favorites include cinnamon raisin peanut butter, coconut almond butter, and chocolate hazelnut butter. Unfortunately, the only butter that I cannot find in the store is walnut butter. As walnuts are the nuts with…

Flourless Cinnamon Raisin Muffins

If you are a commuter like me, you need a quick breakfast in the morning… no time to waste. On a typical day, I wake up, jump out of bed, wash up, hit the coffee maker switch, throw on my clothes that I picked out the night before, grab my lunch from the fridge, grab…

Bell Pepper Egg White Salad

I love rice cakes and am always looking of new ways to enjoy them. This egg white salad is light, easy to make and tastes even better on a crunchy cracker. You will need: 5 hard boiled eggs chopped (whites only) 1 chopped bell pepper 2 tbsp whole grain mustard 2 rice cakes Basically, it is…

Spicy Almond Dip with Snow Peas

I thought this spicy almond dip would be an easy, yet healthy snack. I usually come home to vegetables and hummus, but I wanted something a little more exciting today. This is filled with protein and healthy fats with a nice little added spice. You will need: 4 tbsp crunchy almond butter 1/2 tbsp soy sauce…

Feta & Mint Watermelon Bites

Summer is coming and soon you will need a nice refreshing snack… here it is. Watermelon bites. The sweet melon and the salty feta cheese mixes with the mint leaves and tastes like you are eating at a gourmet restaurant. I make these often and soon you will too. You will need: chopped watermelon mint leaves…

Peanut Butter Granola Apple-wich

You will need: 1/4 an apple 2 tbsp granola 2 tbsp peanut butter (I used Peanut Butter & Co.) Slice the apple into chip-like pieces. Spread the peanut butter onto one piece and top with granola. Awesome afternoon snack.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Stuffed Berries with Granola

This is a great snack or dessert. It is so easy that it takes less than 1 minute. I sometimes come home from work and need a sweet snack. I am clearly a peanut butter fanatic so this made me very happy. The granola gives it a nice crunch and the peanut butter is nice…

Roasted Baby Carrots with Chive Yogurt Sauce

You will need: 6 baby carrots 1/2 cup greek yogurt 2 chopped garlic cloves 3 tbsp chopped chives Take the carrots and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle a small amount of olive oil and place in the oven on 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes. While they are baking, take the chives, garlic, greek yogurt…

Brussel Sprout Pear Smoothie

I was attempting to use my nutri bullet to make a shredded brussel sprout salad. However, that did not work out. My brussel sprouts became a puree. I thought it would be a good idea to add some fruit and make a smoothie, so I did. To my surprise, brussel sprouts ARE drinkable. I always…

Chia Bar topped with Almond Butter

My new obsessions are the Health Warrior Chia Bars. They are only 100 calories and are full of flavor and omega-3s. I ate the chocolate peanut butter chia bar and added crunchy almond Barney Butter to the top. This is a serious energy snack. It is guaranteed to keep you full and focused. I usually…

Asparagus Hummus

I had a food emergency the other day. I came home from work and desperately needed a snack… I checked my fridge and I was OUT OF HUMMUS. I couldn’t believe I forgot to buy it at the store. It is my go-to snack after work. Although I was in a frenzy, I realized I…

Apple & Sprout Lettuce Wraps

This is an easy quick snack. You can also add turkey or chicken to it if you are making it your lunch. Vegetables are so versatile. I also make this recipe with collared green leaves or zucchini strips. It eliminates the need for bread to hold the filling together. You will need: 1/2 apple sprouts…