Category Archives: Snack

Canapés

I am always looking for fun ideas for simple entertaining. I always say that finger foods are the hardest to find gf. But with a gluten free baguette on hand it’s easy. I like Sweet Christine Baguette the best. They ship frozen and can keep for 9 months. Crispy outside and soft inside. My recipe below is just one of many easy ideas but you can great creative with this.

Ingredients:
3 oz Lox or any smoked salmon
8 oz whipped cream cheese
20 Chives cut into 1/2 inch strips
1 baguette

Start by cutting baguette into small rounds an laying out on plate. Then place about 1 Tbs of cream cheese on one half on each slice. Top the cream cheese with and small piece of lox gently placed on top. Finally slide two pieces of the chives between lox and cream cheese. Enjoy!

Another great alternative is goat cheese and orange marmalade.

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Shakes

As many readers know, I am a big fan of Herballife Shakes. When I am on the road I am normally around a great deal of high calorie and not gluten free food. In order to be able to eat something that is healthy and safe when I am to busy to cook I normally turn to a good Herballife Shake. Herballife its self is a protein powder that is packed with healthy nutrition and tastes great. They also have a gluten free line that I love. I recommend giving it a try if your looking for something to help keep you fuller longer maybe trying to lose weight or get in shape. You can give Herballife a try at home and learn more by clicking HERE. If you live locally and want to give it a try let me know.

Below are some of my recipes:

Elvis –

1 Tbs PB2 Powder

8oz Milk

1 Banana

2 Scoops HLV Mix (Herbal Life Formula One Vanilla Mix Gluten Free)

Blend it all together and Enjoy

Green Monster-

1 Banana or Apple

8oz Milk

1 Cup Baby Spinach

2 Scoops HLV

Blend it all together and Enjoy

Peanut Butter Cups On The Run – Great to bring on a long day

Jar:

8oz Milk

Bag:

2 Scoops HLV

2 Tbs PB2 Powder

1 Tbs Coco Powder

1 Tbs Splenda

When your ready to eat, mix together in jar and enjoy!

Strawberry Shortcake

8oz Milk

1 Cup Frozen Strawberry

2 Scoops HLV

1 Tbs Honey

1/2 tsp Vanilla Optional*

Blend it all together and Enjoy
Pumpkin Pie Shake

2 Scoops HLV

1 Cup Milk

1 Cup Canned or Frozen Mashed Pumpkin (More uses for my pumpkin breakdown 🙂 )

1/2 Tps Pumpkin Spice

Splash Vanilla

1/2 Tbs Honey or Agava

Blend it all together and Enjoy
Chocolate Covered Banana

2 Scoops HLV

1 Cup Milk

1 Bananna

1 Tbs Coco Powder

Blend it all together and Enjoy
Many More to come!!!

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Power Snack

I am always looking for small meal that I can easily put together on the go. Since I have been on an avocado kick I have been playing around with them. Avocados are filled with tons of good stuff and even Omega 3. Plus they are super creamy that I always feel like I am eating ice cream.

Ingredients:

1/2 Avocado

1/3 Cup Greek Yogurt

1/2 tsp Paprika

1/2 tsp Salt

1/2 tsp Garlic Powder

Place the yogurt in the empty pit part of the avocado half. Sprinkle with all the seasonings and enjoy.

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Grilled Polenta

I love polenta. It is naturally gluten free and goes great as a side to many different dished. Making it from scratch is not hard but I prefer to buy Ancient Harvest Quinoa Polenta. All the work is already done for you and its filled with protein and fiber.

Ingredients:

1 Package of any Ancient Harvest Quinoa

1-2 Tbs Olive Oil

1 tsp Salt

1 tsp Pepper

Cheese Optional* Any kind that melts well

Start by cutting the polenta into round about 1 inch thick. Place them on a plate in the fridge for at least an hour. This will insure that they will not fall apart. When your ready to grill, brush each piece will olive oil on both sides and season will salt and pepper. Place over BBQ on medium heat. They need about 2 minutes on each side. If using cheese, add after turning. Serve as a great grill side or as an alternative vegetarian protein similar to a veggie burger.

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Orange Shebert

With the weather getting warmer I am always looking for a cold treat that is easy and fun to whip up. This recipe is fat free and filled with the good stuff. Don’t need to feel guilty about this one.

Ingredents:

1 Cup Orange Juice

1/2 Cup Skim Milk

2 Tbs Sugar

1 tsp Vanilla Extract

1/4 Water

Place everything in a container and shake well. Next, pour the liquid into the ice cream maker for about 20 minutes. Serve cold with straw and spoon and enjoy.

* If you don’t have an ice cream maker then use ice instead if water and place it all in a blender.

 

 

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Cucumber Salad

A simple and refreshing salad for a hot day.

Ingredients-

1 Large Seedless Cucumber Chopped
1 Container of Cherry Tomatoes Quartered
1 Lemon
1 Tbs Apple Cider Vinegar
1/2 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Pepper
1 Tbs Olive Oil
1 Tbs Agave or Honey

Start by place lemon juice, salt, pepper, oil and vinegar in a bowl. Whisk together well. Then in a big bowl combine cucumbers and tomatoes. Slowly add dressing and mix together gently. Let it sit in fridge for at least an hour serve cold.

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Carrot Salad

I get asked to make this one for a lot and it is a great, easy recipe. I am always into anything that I know would get kids to eat a veggie and just makes eating a salad something different.

Ingredients:

4 Carrots Grated

¼ Cup Greek Yogurt

1/3 Cup White Raisins

1/2Cup Shredded Red Cabbage* optional for color

1 tsp Salt

2 tsp Honey* Optional

½ Tsp Cinnamon

Mix the grated carrot with everything and allow it to chill in the fridge for an hour. The raisins will soak up the yogurt as it chills. Serve as a side or add some grilled chicken for a fun summer salad, enjoy.

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Tropical Pasta Salad

Pasta salad in the gluten free world can be a challenge. You need to be able to give the salad flavor with out weighing it down with all the dressing. This recipe is filled with summer flavor.

Ingredients:

2 Cups Gluten Free Pasta Twist
1 Cup Cherry Tomatoes
1 Mango Diced
1/2 Cup Cilantro
Juice of 1 lemon
1/2 tsp Salt
1/2 Pepper
1 tsp Oregano
2 Tbs Olive Oil
1/2 Sugar

Cook pasta making sure you do over cook it. You want the pasta to be firm and not loss any shape. While pasta cooks, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, sugar and oregano.
When pasta is done run under cool water and drain well. Place the cooled pasta in a large bowl and add tomatoes sliced in half, cilantro and mango. Toss is all together and then add dressing before serving. Enjoy!

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Ranch Mix

From ranch seasoning to dip and everything in between I have always been a huge fan. What kid does not like carrot sticks and ranch dressing! Now you can by the seasoning mix in a little packet and do a million things with it. I was sad when I found you that it was not gluten free. But after some trial and error I figured out how to make my own. Give it a try.

Ingredients:

1 Tbs Parsley Flakes
1 Tbs Dry Dill
1 Tbs Onion Powder
1 Tbs Garlic Powder
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Pepper
1 Tbs Basil Optional

Mix jt all together and store in a small container.

You can you use it to spice meat like chicken wings. Mix with yogurt or mayo for a new dip or dressing. Make a great new side dish by adding it to potatoes or any fun veggie. Enjoy!!!!

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World Famous Pesto

Ok so maybe not world famous but this stuff is really become something I am getting known for. When I make this for the bakery people go CRAZY!!!! I even have kids coming in asking for me to make anything with it. This is not your everyday pesto. Normally pesto is olive oil, basil, parm and pine nuts. Well basil is expensive and I try to do a lot of nut free because so many people have nut allergies lately. I use arugula because the natural nutty flavor adds a great complexity to the sauce that will trick anyone into thinking this stuff is some crazy expensive pre-made stuff.

Ingredients:

1 Cup Olive Oil

4 Cups Arugula

1/2 Cup Parm Cheese

1 Tbs Honey or Sugar (Optional)

1/2 tsp Pepper Flakes

1/2 Cup Basil

Place everything in blender and mix up. Adjust constancy however you would like with adding more argula to thicken or oil to make it more thin.

I use pesto on everything!! Potatoes, pasta, eggs, bread, pizza or even to just make a plate looks nice. This stuff is amazing!!!

Freeze any extra

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