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Creamy Parsnip Gratin

Creamy Parsnip Gratin

Ingredients

2 cups cauliflower florets

1 ½ cups chicken stock

1 cup almond milk

1 Tbsp nutritional yeast, optional

1 onion, sliced

1 lb parnsips, peeled and thinly sliced

2 Tbsp olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

 

Instructions

1. Place the chicken stock and cauliflower florets in a medium pot, and bring to boil over medium-high heat. Cook for 3 minutes and remove from heat.

2. Allow to cool slightly, and transfer into blender with almond milk and nutritional yeast. Blend until  smooth. Season to taste and set aside.

3. Using a mandoline slicer or knife, thinly slice the parsnips and onion. Place into a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil, mixing well. Add 2/3 of the cauliflower puree to the bowl and mix to combine.

4. Transfer the mixture into a baking dish and pour over the remaining cauliflower puree. Bake in preheated oven at 400° F for 40-50 minutes until golden.

5. Serve and enjoy!

 

Serves 4

Inspired by

https://paleogrubs.com/parsnip-gratin-recipe

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Chicken Tacos in Lettuce Wraps with Avocado Crema

Chicken Tacos in Lettuce Wraps with Avocado Crema

Ingredients

2 chicken breasts

2/3 cup salsa

1 Tbsp organic taco seasoning

 ½ teaspoon salt

1 head Bibb lettuce, leaves separated

pico de gallo or fresh salsa, to serve

radishes, thinly sliced to serve

cilantro, to serve

 

Avocado Crema

2 large avocados

½ cup full-fat coconut milk

1 clove garlic, peeled

1 Tbsp fresh lime juice

– teaspoon sea salt

 

Instructions

1. Combine 2/3 cup salsa, taco seasoning, and ½ teaspoon of salt with chicken breasts in a slow cooker for 3-4 hours on high, or 5-6 hours on low. Once fully cooked, remove chicken and allow to cool slightly. Shred the chicken with two forks and place in a large bowl.

2. Combine all ingredients for the avocado crema in a food processor or blender and process until smooth. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.

3. Spoon shredded chicken onto Bibb lettuce pieces and top with plenty of avocado crema, salsa, cilantro, and radishes.

4. Serve and enjoy!

 

Serves 2

Inspired by https://40aprons.com/chicken-tacos-lettuce-wraps-paleo-whole30/

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One Pan Lemon Sage Baked Chicken

One Pan Lemon Sage Baked Chicken

Ingredients

1.15 lb skinless chicken thighs

6-8 whole pitted green olives

¼ onion, sliced

lemon slices to place on the chicken

fresh herbs to garnish

black pepper to taste

Olive oil

 

Marinade

2 Tbsp chopped fresh sage

2 Tbsp lemon juice

½ teaspoon onion powder

1/3 cup olive oil

¼ teaspoon fine sea salt

¼ teaspoon paprika

1 Tbsp Dijon mustard

1 teaspoon lemon zest

Crushed black pepper, to taste

 

Instructions

1. Add all marinade ingredients to a blender or food processer and process until smooth.

2. Place chicken in a large bowl or casserole dish, and cover with marinade, reserving a small amount for brushing the chicken after baking.

3. Cover and place chicken in refridgerator to marinate for 30 minutes, up to 2 hours.

4. Preheat oven to 400° F. Add olive oil to oven-safe skillet and brown the chicken for 3-5 minutes, flipping chicken occasionally. Leave chicken in the pan and remove from heat.

 Add the olives, around the chicken and place lemon slices on top of each piece. Season with pepper.

5. Place chicken in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. Turn the oven to broil for the last 2-3 minutes to crisp up the chicken and lemon slices.

6. Remove from pan, place on serving platter and brush with extra marinade. Top with fresh herbs if desired.

7. Serve, and enjoy!

 

Serves 4

Inspired by https://www.cottercrunch.com/one-pan-lemon-sage-baked-chicken/

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Brownie Batter Paleo Chocolate Smoothie

Brownie Batter Paleo Chocolate Smoothie

Ingredients

½ cup frozen avocado chunks

1 banana sliced and frozen

3 Tbsp raw cacao powder

3 Tbsp almond butter

2-3 Medjool dates, pitted

 ½  cup dairy-free plain or vanilla yogurt

1-1 ½ cups unsweetened almond or coconut milk

2 scoops chocolate protein powder

chopped dark chocolate for serving, optional

 

Instructions

1. Place all ingredients (except for chopped dark chocolate) in a high-speed blender, and blend until smooth and creamy. Add additional milk for a thinner smoothie.

2. Pour into glasses, and top with chopped chocolate if desired. Serve, and enjoy!

Serves 2-3

Inspired by https://www.paleorunningmomma.com/brownie-batter-chocolate-smoothie-paleo-vegan/

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Avocado and Grapefruit Salad

Avocado and Grapefruit Salad

Ingredients

1 Tbsp Dijon mustard

¼  cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 ½  teaspoons kosher salt

¾ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

½  cup olive oil

4 ripe Hass avocados

2 large red grapefruits

Fresh herbs, optional

 

Instructions

1. Place the mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until the vinaigrette is emulsified.

2. Before serving, cut the avocados in 1/2, remove the seeds, and carefully peel off the skin. Cut each half into 4 thick slices. Toss the avocado slices in the vinaigrette to prevent them from turning brown.

 3. Use a large, sharp knife to slice the peel off the grapefruit (be sure to remove all the white pith), then cut between the membranes to release the grapefruit segments.

4. Arrange the avocado slices around the edge of a large platter. Arrange the grapefruit segments in the center. Spoon the vinaigrette on top, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and fresh herbs. Serve, and enjoy!

 

Serves: 4-6

Inspired by https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/avocado-and-grapefruit-salad-recipe-1917687

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Paleo Zucchini Fritters

Paleo Zucchini Fritters

Ingredients

½  head cauliflower approximately 3 cups, chopped

2 medium zucchini

¼  cup coconut flour

2 large eggs

½  teaspoon sea salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

Fresh herbs, for serving

 

Instructions

1. Grate the zucchini in a food processor or high-speed blender until chopped but not mushy.

2. Steam the cauliflower for about 5 minutes until just fork tender. Add the cauliflower to the food processor/blender and process until broken down into small chunks. Do not over process or it will become a mash.

3. Use a dish towel or nut milk bag to squeeze as much moisture as possible out of the chopped veggies.

4. Transfer to a bowl and add coconut flour, egg (if using), salt, pepper, or any other desired seasonings. Thoroughly combine.

5. Shape into small patties.

6. Heat up 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in a large pan. Place 4 patties in the pan and cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side. Repeat with the second half.

7. Serve with dipping sauce of choice, garnish with fresh herbs and enjoy!

 

Serves 8

Inspired by: https://thebigmansworld.com/4-ingredient-zucchini-cauliflower-fritters-paleo-vegan/#recipe

 

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Paleo Chocolate Mousse

Paleo Chocolate Mousse

Ingredients

6 oz unsweetened chocolate, cubed

12 oz coconut cream

4 oz coconut milk

1/3 cup honey

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Mint (optional, for garnishing)

 

Instructions

  1. Melt chocolate in a small saucepan, stirring frequently until melted. Set aside, and cool.
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, add the coconut cream, milk, honey, and vanilla. Stir until well combined.
  3. Fold in the chocolate and divide evenly into ramekins or other glass containers. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
  4. Serve and enjoy!

 

Serves 4

Inspired by https://tasty.co/recipe/paleo-chocolate-mousse

 

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Crispy Coconut Pan Fried Salmon

Crispy Coconut Pan Fried Salmon

Ingredients

4 fresh salmon filets

3 Tbsp coconut oil

¼ cup coconut milk

¼ cup coconut flour

½ cup of shredded unsweetened coconut

Salt and pepper to taste.

1 lemon, sliced into wedges

 

Instructions

  1. Heat the coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Set out two shallow dishes – one with coconut milk and one with flour, shredded coconut, salt, and pepper, combined.
  3. Dip the fish in the coconut milk and then coat with the coconut mixture.
  4. Fry the fish in coconut oil until golden brown and flakey, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  5. Squeeze a wedge of lemon over each piece.
  6. Serve alongside chopped vegetables or a salad, serve and enjoy!

 

Serves 4

Inspired by Raia's Recipes – Crispy Coconut Pan-Fried Salmon 

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Chicken Bruschetta

Chicken Bruschetta

Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced

2 cups freshly diced tomatoes

½ cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced

½ cup sweet onion, diced

2 teaspoons garlic, minced

3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar

Sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

 

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350° F.
  2. Combine tomatoes, onion, basil, garlic, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. Season with sea salt and pepper to taste. Set aside to marinate for at least 15 minutes. Can be refrigerated while chicken is cooking.
  3. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, and grill or pan-fry until well done. Set aside and allow to cool.
  4. Cut cooled chicken into slices and top with bruschetta mixture in a shallow dish.
  5. Place in the oven for 8-10 minutes, serve and enjoy!

 

Serves 4

Inspired by https://paleoleap.com/chicken-bruschetta/

 

 

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Creamy Crab Dip

Creamy Crab Dip

Ingredients

2 cups of crab meat

1 teaspoon mustard

2 Tbsp grated red onion

¼ cup nutritional yeast

1 cup mayonnaise

1 ½ Tbsp lemon juice

1 clove garlic, crushed

½ teaspoon smoked paprika

2 Tbsp green onions, chopped

1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)

Grain-free crackers or vegetables for dipping (optional)

 

Topping

2 Tbsp Brazilian nuts

1 teaspoon nutritional yeast

1 Tbsp green onions, chopped

 

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350° F.
  2. In a bowl combine all ingredients and mix well. Transfer to an oven-safe dish.
  3. Bake for 15 minutes until hot and bubbly.
  4. While the dip is baking, add the topping ingredients to a food processor and pulse until it reaches a fine crumble.
  5. Remove dip from the oven, and sprinkle nut mixture on top. Return to the oven for 3-4 minutes and bake until golden brown. Sprinkle with chopped green onions, serve, and enjoy!

 

Serves 6

Inspired by https://www.everylastbite.com/hot-creamy-crab-dip/

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