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Nayonaise & Cheesy Taco Wonton Cups

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We recently received free samples of Nayonaise from Nasoya, and we are excited to tell you all about it. We have long since given up eating traditional mayonnaise to cut down on large amounts of fat and calories, however, we will definitely be treating ourselves frequently to this healthier option. Nayonaise is a vegan alternative to mayonnaise, so it is egg and dairy free. It is also cholesterol free and a good source of vitamin B12 and Omega-3 ALA. It comes in 3 delicious options, traditional Nayonaise, Whipped Nayo, and Nayonaise Light, so there’s something to please every person’s preference. We have been experimenting with tons of new recipes that swap out traditional mayo with this better option. In our opinion, this great new product actually has a better taste and texture than traditional mayo.We highly suggest picking some up on your next trip to the grocery store, we sure will!

Here is our delicious recipe using Nayonaise!

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Cheesy Taco Wonton Cups

What you will need:

Nasoya Wonton Wrappers

1 package Morningstar Farms Meal Starters Grillers Recipe Crumbles or 1 lb. of lean ground turkey(cooked)

1 cup fat free shredded cheese

1 package low sodium taco seasoning

2/3 cup water

½ cup Nayonaise

½ onion, chopped

Hot sauce (amounts will vary depending on personal preference)

Lettuce & veggies (topping)

Instructions:

-Preheat oven to 350 degrees

-In a large skillet, combine water, taco seasoning, onion, and crumbles(or cooked ground turkey)

-Cook over medium heat until moisture is absorbed, stirring occasionally

-While meat is cooking, place wonton wrappers in muffin cups (1 wonton wrapper per cup)

-Place a small amount of shredded cheese and a tsp. of hot sauce in the bottom of each wonton cup, bake for about 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted, remove from oven; set aside

-Once crumbles are done cooking, add Nayonaise, mix well

-Scoop mixture into wonton cups, filling them about ¾ of the way full

-Top each filled wonton cup with cheese and more hot sauce, if desired

-Bake filled wonton cups for an additional 5-7 minutes or until cheese is melted and wonton cups start to turn golden brown

-Remove from oven, allow to cool, and top cups with desired veggies, salsa, or greek yogurt

-Serve, and enjoy!

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Choosing the healthiest “junk” foods!

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We know that healthy eating can be super difficult, especially with all of the confusing food labels and tempting fast food commercials out these days. Remember to limit the amount of processed foods in your diet, as much as possible.  However, you can enjoy some of your favorite foods, as long as it is in moderation. If you do have to choose something thats on the “not so healthy” list, these are some better options, so that you can kill your cravings without killing your diet! 

Potato Chips

If you are going to eat a potato chip instead of your usual veggies and hummus(because we know you always choose the healthiest options!), we suggest going with a baked variety. The calories and fat content are much less in the baked version when compared to the original. However, there is still quite a bit of fat and sodium, so we suggest limiting them and making sure to pay attention to portion sizes. You could also try making homemade baked potato chips!

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Frozen Pizza 

If you must eat a pizza to curb your craving, we would recommend getting Newman’s Own Thin & Crispy Roasted Vegetable Pizza! For 1/3 of the pizza it only has 240 calories and 11 grams of protein! Compared to the average slice of pizza, this one is much healthier! 

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Soda

We are not fans of drinking soda, but we do understand that many people simply get the urge for one now and then. Well, if you absolutely can’t control your cravings, we recommend reaching for a Zevia soda! They have zero calories and are naturally sweetened with erythritol which won’t raise your blood sugar after you drink it! Even though they have zero calories, remember, there is no better option for your body than drinking water! 

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Cupcakes/Cinnamon Rolls/ and other sweets

We know how strong cravings for sweets can be, and sometimes you just have to give in to the craving and get it out of your system. Here are our top picks! 

Whole Wheat Cinnamon Rolls

If you have time to bake up a batch of these, they will cure your sweet tooth right away. As an added bonus, they contain no sugar! Get the recipe here

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Vitatops

These are a much better option to a wide variety of your favorite cakes and brownies! They are made with whole grain, contain 4-10 grams of fiber, 3-5 grams of protein, and they are only 100 calories! 

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Ice Cream

Enlightened Ice Cream is actually a healthy option! There are so many great benefits to eating it besides just tasting the delicious flavor! If you want to see our full review or find out how you could win a month’s supply, click here! 

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We hope that these options will help you make healthier choices when getting a bad food craving! 

 

 

 

Live Enlightened! Ice cream that is GOOD for you!

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We are so excited about a new product, Enlightened Ice Cream! Who knew that ice cream could actually be an option in your healthy lifestyle? Well, this one definitely can! These great ice cream bars are packed with 8 grams of protein and are high in fiber, so they will help repair your muscles, keep you full, and assist in regulating your digestive system! Enlightened Ice Cream bars contain only 3 grams of sugar and are naturally sweetened with erythritol, so they won’t cause your blood sugar to spike after enjoying one. They contain only 70 calories and are low in fat (only 2 grams!!), so they are perfect for those who are lowering their fat and calorie intake. To top it all off, they come in 3 super delicious flavors, fudge, orange cream, and coffee! We should all start living Enlightened! Head on over to eatenlightened.com to request them at a store near you!

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New Recipe! Whole Wheat Pizza Crust!

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What you will need: 

1 pkg. dry yeast

1 c. warm water

3 cups whole wheat flour

1 tsp. truvia

1 1/2 tsp sea salt

1/4 cup olive oil

Instructions: 

-Preheat oven to 450 degrees

-Dissolve yeast in warm water. Add truvia, salt, and oil; mix thoroughly

-Add about half of the flour and beat until smooth

-Slowly add the remaining flour and beat until there are no lumps

-On a floured surface, knead the dough for five minutes

-Place in a warm place and let rise for about 25-30 min

-Roll out your pizza dough to desired consistency and place on baking sheet lined with parchment paper

-Bake dough for about 10 minutes or until it begins to turn golden brown

-Top with your favorite organic pizza sauce, veggies, lean meats, and low fat cheeses.

-Bake for about 20 more minutes or until cheese is melted

-Enjoy!

New recipe! Chocolate Banana Ice Cream!

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What you will need:

3 bananas chopped into small pieces and frozen

1-2 tbs. almond or coconut milk

1 tbs. unsweetened dark chocolate powder

slivered almonds for topping

Instructions:

-place all ingredients except slivered almonds in a food processor, mix until creamy and well blended

-Scoop into serving dishes and top with slivered almonds or other desired toppings

-Enjoy!

This makes 3 servings, that are only about 120 calories each!!

New Recipe! Loaded Sweet Potatoes

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What you will need:

2 sweet potatoes, washed, thickly sliced

1 cup fat free cheese

1/2 cup fat free milk

1 tbs. olive oil

1 tbs. Mrs. Dash chipotle seasoning (or your favorite no sodium seasoning)

2 strips of turkey bacon sliced into small pieces

Optional toppings:

plain greek yogurt

green onions

tomatoes

Instructions:

-Preheat oven to 400 degrees

-In a large bowl, combine olive oil, Mrs. Dash seasoning, and sweet potatoes. Mix until all potatoes are evenly covered

-Pour sweet potatoes into a baking dish and spread out until evenly distributed, pour in milk.

-Sprinkle cheese and turkey bacon over the top of the potatoes

-Bake for about 25 minutes or until golden brown on top and sweet potatoes are softened

-Remove from oven, top with green onions, tomatoes, and greek yogurt

-Enjoy!

Holiday Slim Down Challenge!

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We challenge you to add a little more fitness into your life this holiday season. Choose a time everyday to complete your fitness challenge, such as right when you wake up, before you shower, or whatever time fits into your busy schedule! Let’s get Sexy, Lean, & Toned!

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New Recipe! Cheesy Garlic Mashed Cauliflower

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Cheesy Garlic Mashed Cauliflower

What you will need:

2 cups fresh or frozen cauliflower

2 tbs. plain greek yogurt

1/2 cup low fat or fat free shredded cheese

1 tbs. fresh pressed garlic or garlic powder

sea salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

-Place cauliflower in a med. saucepan and cover with water until all of it is submerged

-Bring water to a boil, lower heat, and simmer until cauliflower is softened (about 10-15 min.)

-Remove from heat, drain, and pour into large mixing bowl

-Mash cauliflower until desired texture

-Stir in greek yogurt, shredded cheese, garlic, salt & pepper, until blended well

-Serve and enjoy!

(Note: If you want your cauliflower a little creamier, you can add in an extra tbs. of greek yogurt or fat free milk)