Vegetable “Rub” Recipe

Fresh herbs and spicesThis recipe is for a “rub” that I add to basically any vegetables I might be baking or barbequing. To add a bit more “kick” I may add an equal part of cayenne or chilli powder to it. Enjoy!

Ingredients

Equal parts of the following herbs and spices (1/4-1/2 teaspoon)

  • Parsley
  • Basil
  • Oregano
  • Garlic Powder
  • Turmeric
  • Pepper
  • Salt (optional)

1 – 3 Tablespoons of Olive Oil (depending on how many vegetables you are coating)

Directions

  1. Mix all ingredients together.
  2. Coat vegetables with mixture.
  3. Bake or barbeque as would normally or with recipe directions.

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Spinach, Cranberries and Apple (Oh My!) Salad Recipe

 

With the recent changes in weather, I think that it is safe to say that we are all eager with anticipation as summer rolls around the corner. This salad recipe is a great way to make your taste-buds feel the same. This salad is very light and combines sweet and dry tastes to create a masterpiece for your stomach! in addition, this recipe is very quick to make, especially for those who are on the go and need a quick lunch recipe.

Ingredients

2 cups of spinach

1 apple cut into small pieces

½ cup of dried cranberries

2 tbsp of feta crumbled

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients into a container with a lid.

2. Shake well.

3. Serve and Enjoy!

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Breakfast Wraps Recipe

 

This recipe is great for those who are avoiding gluten and dairy, and are on the go. These breakfast wraps are quite portable and flavourful!

Ingredients:

  • 3 Eggs
  • 1 tomato
  • ½ cup of mushrooms
  • 3 branches of cilantro
  • ¼ tsp of basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 10 pieces of rice paper
  • 1 tsp of Olive oil

Directions:

  1. Heat approximately 1 tsp of olive oil in pan.
  2. Once heated, add tomato, mushrooms, cilantro, and basil to pan. Heat until thoroughly cooked through.
  3. Beat 3 eggs together and add to pan with vegetable mix.
  4. Cook egg thoroughly, breaking up the mixture as it cooks.
  5. Heat up a kettle of hot water. Once it has boiled, place hot water in shallow glass dish. Take the rice paper, once piece at a time, and place it in the hot water until the paper becomes pliable.
  6. Take the rice paper, lay it out flat, and add a small amount of the cooked egg mixture to the wrap. Roll the rice paper up tight, and serve.

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Gluten and Dairy – Free Cookies Recipe

Gluten and Grain - Free CookiesThis recipe is great for those who need to avoid gluten and dairy, but need a little sugar fix. These cookies are also easy to make and take very little time. Try it out and let me know what you think!

Ingredients:

  • 2 egg whites
  • 1 cup of icing sugar
  • 1 cup of ground up almonds (or hazelnuts)
  • 1 cup of coconut
  • 1/3 cup of dried cherries, cranberries, or blueberries (half of this can be chocolate chips but this is optional)

Directions:

  1. Beat egg whites until thickened up a bit.
  2. Combine all ingredients together
  3. Place on baking sheet (with parchment paper)
  4. Bake in oven for 25 minutes at 300F.
  5. Remove from oven, let cool, and enjoy!

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