Category: Healthy Snacks

Sweet Tea and Mango Cream Popsicles

sweet tea and mango cream pops

It’s National Popsicle Week! That is just a good excuse for me to bring you these healthy and refreshing popsicle recipes. The first pop is the summer staple, Sweet Tea. Antioxidant rich black tea, fresh lemon slices and a hint of organic honey flavor these refreshing popsicles. Next up are the Mango Cream Popsicles; fresh, naturally sweet mango and creamy almond milk make a tropical combination perfect for summertime. Get your sweat on and cool off with either one of these delicious frozen treats.

Sweet Tea and Mango Cream Popsicles

 

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Sweet Tea and Mango Cream Popsicles

Yield: 2 of each popsicle

Sweet Tea and Mango Cream Popsicles

Ingredients

  • For Sweet Tea Pops
  • 1 c boiling water
  • 1 black tea bag
  • 1 thinly sliced piece of lemon, quartered
  • 2 tbsp organic honey
  • For Mango Cream Pops
  • 2/3 c ripe diced mango, divided
  • 1/2 c unsweetened almond milk

Instructions

  1. For sweet tea pops, steep tea bag for 5 minutes, stir in honey. Pour into Popsicle molds and drop in two lemon quarters in each mold.
  2. For mango pops, in a blender add 1/2 of the diced mango and almond milk. Blend until smooth. Stir in the rest of the diced mango and pour into Popsicle molds.
  3. Freeze 1 hour. Add Popsicle sticks and freeze two hours longer. Run under luke warm water and gently remove from molds.
http://freshandfit.org/sweet-tea-and-mango-cream-popsicles/

Strawberry-Kiwi Mojito and Pina Colada Popsicles

strawberry kiwi and pina colada popsicles

It’s that time of year again; the days are getting longer and the weather is heating up. We’re all reaching for something refreshing to cool us off. What is more reminiscent of summer vacation than Popsicles? These two delicious recipes for strawberry-kiwi mojito and piña colada popsicles have no added sugar and are much healthier than the store bought ones I grew up eating. Get the kids involved and make them together. They are named after tropical cocktails, but there is no liquor – feel free to add some though!

 

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Strawberry-Kiwi Mojito and Piña Colada Popcicles

Ingredients

  • Strawberry-Kiwi Mojito Popsicle
  • Makes 2 pops
  • 1/2 c strawberries
  • 1 kiwi, skin removed
  • 3 mint leaves
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/2 c coconut water
  • Pina Colada Popsicle
  • Makes 2 pops
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cashew or almond milk
  • 1/2 c shredded unsweetened coconut
  • 1/2 c pineapple chunks

Instructions

  1. Add ingredients to blender. Blend until smooth
  2. Pour into Popsicle mold.
  3. Freeze at least 3 hours
http://freshandfit.org/strawberry-kiwi-mojito-and-pina-colada-popsicles/

Frozen Yogurt Superfood Bars

Frozen yogurt superfood bars recipe

The weekend is finally here. This is a time where many people fall off their healthy eating plan, let down their hair, and indulge (that’s totally okay by the way). But in case you want a sweet treat to have on hand that won’t totally leave you feeling regretful come monday, these frozen yogurt superfood bars. Tangy, creamy Greek yogurt and fresh strawberries sit on top of a crust with hidden superfoods; chia seeds, flaxseeds, and walnuts.  This recipe isn’t overly sweet and would actually make a really nice breakfast bar in the summertime due to it being chilled, high in protein, and providing ample healthy fats to keep you full.

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Frozen Yogurt Superfood Bars

Ingredients

  • 2 c pitted dates
  • 2 c unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 c ground flax seed
  • 1 c walnut halves
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp water
  • FOR TOPPING
  • 2 c Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 c strawberries, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Line a 9x13, baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine dates, coconut, and walnuts in a food processor. Pulse until a grainy texture forms throughout.
  3. In a large bowl, combine date mixture, flaxseed and chia. Mix well.
  4. Add honey and water. Stir once more.
  5. Pour mixture into pan and press down using a spatula or fingers.
  6. Set into freezer while making topping.
  7. For topping, stir together honey, vanilla and Greek yogurt.
  8. Pour on top of base and smooth with a spatula. Arrange strawberry slices on top. Freeze for 2 hours. If freezing longer, allow to thaw 30 minutes at room temperature before slicing.
  9. Slice with sharp knife into 2x4 inch slices.
  10. Bars can be frozen or stored in the refrigerator
http://freshandfit.org/frozen-yogurt-superfood-bars/

Quinoa, Lentil, and Farro Nourish Bowl

nourish bowl recipe

Lately I have dramatically increased my vegetable intake. I am already a huge fan of of the produce department, but when my boyfriend is away for work I do not buy meat and eat mostly vegetarian. One of my favorite things to eat is a huge nourish bowl. I will often make one after a workout or for lunch. It is basically a salad with a spectrum of ingredients ranging from seeds and roasted vegetables to dried fruit and grains. You can absolutely add meat or protein of your choice. The one I am sharing with you today is a vegetarian nourish bowl, but grilled chicken would be a wonderful addition. Simply take a look in your refrigerator or pantry and get creative!

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Quinoa, Lentil, and Farro Nourish Bowl

Yield: serves 1-2 people

Ingredients

  • 2 c kale, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut into 1/4s
  • 1/3 c cooked quinoa
  • 1/3 c cooked lentils
  • 1/3 c cooked farro
  • 1/2 c sweet potato, cubed
  • 1/2 c carrots, sliced thinly
  • 1/3 c hummus
  • juice of one lemon
  • 1/4 c fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tsp garlic, minced
  • 4 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • sea salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400. Toss carrots and sweet potatoes in 2 tbsp olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Spread onto a parchment paper lined baking sheet. bake 20 minutes.
  2. In the meantime cook farro, quinoa, and lentils according to package directions.
  3. Assemble kale, tomatoes, and hummus in a large bowl. When sweet potatoes and carrots are cooked add to bowl along with farro, quinoa and lentils.
  4. Whisk together remaining olive oil, lemon juice, dill, and garlic. Pour over bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
http://freshandfit.org/quinoa-lentil-and-farro-nourish-bowl/