Pumpkin Mug Cake

Mug cakes are the best creation ever. This was my first attempt and it came out perfect! They make the perfect guilt-free snack, breakfast, or dessert in under 2 minutes! Feel free to add things like cocoa, coffee, or coconut to your cake.

                

The best part about this recipe is how quick it is. You can make this for breakfast even when you're running late! Start by spraying your mug with Pam. Combine all of the ingredients in the mug and mix well. Now, just microwave for 1 minute and 30 seconds. Feel free to top with low fat ice cream or fruit and enjoy!

               

Makes 1 Serving

Recipe:

1/4 Cup Pumpkin Puree

2 Tbsp White Whole Wheat Flour

2 Tbsp Liquid Egg Whites

2 Packets of Stevia

1/4 Tsp Pumpkin Pie Mix

1/4 Tsp Ground Cinnamon

*Microwave in mug for 1 minute and 30 seconds

Authentic Chicken Soup

Whenever I'm feeling sick, my mom always tells me to eat chicken soup. I'm telling you, this stuff has magical powers! It's really easy to make and is very healthy for you, whether you're sick or not. You can make this as a starter or as your main meal and it's the perfect recipe as the weather starts to turn. This may need to be doubled or tripled if making for more than 2 people, or to make extra.

                

Start by cutting up your carrots, celery, and onion. Place in a pot with one chicken breast and add 3 cups of water. Cook on a low heat for 45 minutes. The water will become your broth as it absorbs the flavor of the chicken and vegetables.

                          

Take the chicken out and let it cool. Start to pull apart the chicken and add the pieces back into the pot. Take this time to taste and season. Feel free to add chicken stock for more flavor. Serve hot and enjoy!

                

Makes 2 Servings

Recipe:

1 4 Oz Chicken Breast

3 Cups Water

1 Whole Carrot

1 Celery Stalk

1/3 Cup Onion, Chopped

1/2 Cup Chicken Stock (Optional)

Season to Taste

*Cook for 45 minutes on low heat

Veggie Stuffed Chicken

I was pretty intimidated to try a stuffed chicken recipe because the idea of it seemed so complicated. I'm happy to say that it's really easy and amazingly delicious! Take this recipe and change it up however you'd like with any stuffing of your choice. This is a great date night dinner and is quick and easy to make.

                

Start by preheating your oven to 425 degrees. Cut your asparagus into thirds, cut your bell pepper in half, and roast for about 15 minutes. Take this time to prepare your chicken. To make stuffed chicken, you need to butterfly the chicken breast. Do this by cutting the chicken on the side, cutting through to the edge but not all the way through. Take a heavy pan, or even your fist, and hit the chicken until it becomes thinner (this makes it easier to stuff and hold its shape). To season your chicken, rub the outside with paprika, garlic powder, and salt. Now it's time to stuff your chicken! Take your roasted bell pepper and asparagus and place them inside your chicken- feel free to add low fat cheese or any other veggies you prefer. Season the inside with salt and garlic powder and fold the chicken breast over.

                

Place your chicken in the oven for 20 minutes, until cooked through. Cooking it on a high heat for a short period of time will keep the chicken moist and will prevent it from drying out. Once finished, serve with your favorite vegetable and enjoy!

                

Makes 2 Servings

Recipe:

2 4 Oz Chicken Breasts, Butterflied

1/2 Bell Pepper, Roasted

1 Cup Asparagus, Roasted and Cut Into Thirds

1 Tbsp Paprika

1 Tbsp Garlic Powder

Salt to taste

*Roast veggies in 425 degree oven for 15 minutes. Roast stuffed chicken at 425 degrees for 20 minutes.

Turkey Stuffed Peppers

I love stuffed peppers, of any kind really. You can do so much with stuffed vegetables, like stir-fry, shredded chicken, and ground meat. For this recipe, I used ground turkey meat and Cauliflower Rice to stuff my colorful bell peppers. I had a friend come over and thought I'd make something a little different for her. This meal is ridiculously delicious and easy to make! 

               

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. Cut out the stem from your bell peppers (choose fun colors!) and clean out the seeds. Place in the oven for about 15 minutes. Now you can start your wonderful filling. Sautee some garlic and onion, until browned. Now add in your ground turkey and make sure to break it up so it's not in large pieces. Cook the meat until it is slightly browned and there's no pink left. Add in the tomato sauce and your cauliflower rice (Recipe Here). Season to taste with cayenne pepper and salt and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.

                

Once all of the flavor has been absorbed, spoon the mixture into your peppers and place back in the oven for another 5 minutes. Take out and serve with your favorite vegetable or side dish. Enjoy!

                

Makes 2 Servings

Recipe:

2 Bell Peppers (Any Color)

8 Oz Ground Turkey

4 Oz Tomato Sauce (I used Hunt's)

1 Garlic Clove, Minced

1/4 Cup Red Onion, Chopped

1 Cup Cauliflower Rice

Season with cayenne pepper and salt

*Roast peppers at 375 degrees for 15 minutes alone. Cook for another 5 with mixture.

Lemon Garlic Green Beans

Side dishes can start to get pretty boring after a while. You can get into a routine of making the same vegetable all the time because it's quick and easy. Well, this string bean recipe shows you just how simple a side dish can be and still have a great flavor.

              

To make this a very quick dish, I used microwaveable green beans. If using regular green beans, make sure to blanch them first for about 3 minutes. All you need to do is combine the green beans, fresh squeezed lemon juice, garlic powder, and sesame seeds in a pan. Cook until warmed through and season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper. This is a great side dish for pretty much everything. Serve it with fish, chicken, steak, or tofu, and enjoy!

Recipe:

1 Bag Microwaveable Green Beans

Juice from 1 Lemon Wedge

1 Tsp Sesame Seeds

1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder

Season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper

Zucchini Dip

Healthy snacks don't have to be boring and tasteless. Instead of the typical carrots and hummus, try making a variation of dips with fresh veggies. I made a quick Zucchini Dip which tastes great with veggies like carrots and celery, or even multigrain chips. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have this fresh dip in under 5 minutes!

               

Take one zucchini and chop it up into small pieces. Place in a blender or a food processor- may have to be done in batches. Add in your fresh squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, and sesame seeds. Blend one more time with cayenne pepper and season to taste with salt. Now just dip and enjoy!

                

Recipe:

1 Medium Zucchini, Chopped

1 Tsp Sesame Seeds

Juice from 1 Lemon Wedge

1/2 Garlic Clove, Minced

1/4 Tsp Cayenne Pepper

Season to taste with salt

Crazy for Beets Salad

Beetroot is a great vegetable to incorporate into any diet. It is rich in Vitamin C and fiber and has anti-cancer benefits. Beet greens are just as important and healthy as the roots, providing you with Vitamin A and iron. Whenever possible, save the beet greens from fresh beets and use them however you can. Make this quick and easy salad and feel great about yourself all day!

                

Start by roasting your beets at 425 degrees for about an hour, or just use canned beets. Spray a pan with Pam and sautee some garlic with your beet greens. Add in your cucumber, hot sauce, sesame seeds, and fresh basil. Mix together, spoon onto a plate, and top with sliced beets and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and enjoy!

                

Makes 1 Serving

Recipe:

1 Small Beet, Roasted and Thinly Sliced (Or 1/2 Cup Canned Beets)

1 Cup Beet Greens

1 Garlic Clove, Minced

5 Cucumber Slices, Quartered

1/4 Tsp Sesame Seeds

2 Basil Leaves, Chopped

3 Dashes of Hot Sauce (I used Chochula)

1/4 Tsp Olive Oil

Salt and Pepper to Taste

*Roast beets at 425 for 45-60 minutes