Pumpkin Blast Smoothie

Happy Thanksgiving! I’m not gonna lie, I wish I’d shared this with you sooner, but truth is, this might be exactly what you want the day after. Think of it as a pumpkin flavored detox. Bursting with pumpkin pie flavor, but made with carrots and spinach, this is a 100% no-guilt blended treat. 

Also, if you’re looking for a pumpkin pie alternative, I updated my Chocolate Pumpkin Muffins recipe for healthier and protein filled options ;)

Recipe:

• 6-8 Organic Baby Peeled Carrots
• Handful Organic Baby Spinach  (about. 1/2 cup)
• 1/2 cup Organic Pumpkin Puree 
• 1 Frozen Banana
• 1/2 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
• 1 tbsp Organic Flaxseed Meal
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract, Organic
• 1 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice
• 1/4 tsp Ground Cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp Allspice
• 1/4 tsp Ground Nutmeg

Optional:
1/2 scoop Whole Foods Plant Based Fit Protein - Vanilla Cinnamon (I wouldn’t do any more than 1/2 scoop or it’ll change the flavor profile of the smoothie)

248 Cal / 46g Carbs. / 5g Fat. / 6g Protein.

Harvest Oatmeal

Breakfast is my all-time favorite meal of the day. With the holidays upon us I've been playing with some healthier alternatives that are guilt free, but just as comforting. In case you couldn't tell, I love food, so while I strive to maintain a healthy diet, my dishes still need to be packed with flavor, and this Harvest Oatmeal is just that! Easy to make in large batches and one of my favorite meals to make ahead, this Harvest Oatmeal is the perfect Thanksgiving Breakfast option to set you up for the weekend ahead. Enjoy!

Recipe:

• 3/4c Old Fashioned Rolled Oats - Organic
• .5tbs Chia Seeds
• 1tsp Organic Vanilla Extract
• 1/8c Raw Pecan Pieces
• 1/8c Organic Dried Cranberries
• 1tbs Organic Pumpkin Butter
• Optional – 1/8c Granny Smith Apple,  diced
• Optional – Cinnamon / Nutmeg to taste

Cook Rolled Oats as normal, include additional 1/4c water. Cook for approx 5 min, turn of burner, stir in Vanilla Extract & Chia Seeds. Top with Pecans, Dried Cranberries, Pumpkin Butter, Apple, and Cinnamon / Nutmeg. 

380 Cal. / 54g Carbs. / 16g Fat. / 9g Protein. 

Holiday Cooks: Healthy 15 min Pumpkin Pie Alternative

Hope you all have a great Thanksgiving! This is one of my favorite seasonal recipes and I can't tell you how easy (and fast) it is to make. Also, you probably already have most of the ingredients, so you're all set...

Enjoy!

xo

Recipe:

• 1 pkg. Organic Chocolate Cake Mix (I use Miss Jones Organic Chocolate Cake Mix)
• 3 Eggs
• 1 cup, Lowfat Milk
• 1/4 cup 0% Plain Greek Yogurt
• 1 scoop (28.5g), Plant Based Fit Protein
• 4 Tbsp, Ground Flaxseed
• Top with Truwhip & Fresh Ground Nutmeg
   

Serving Size: 2 Muffins
181 Cal. / 32g Carbs. / 3g Fat . / 8g Protein