Eat + Enjoy + Restore
Dairy – and all the things – cheese, yogurt, ice cream, etc.. – I honestly love it. It is delicious. It is packed with nutrients like potassium, calcium, and (whole fat) vitamin K2. Cultured dairy products contain excellent probiotics that are sooo beneficial to your […]
Dairy-Free Queso Mexican food is probably my all-time fave. I think I could eat some form of it every day for the rest of my life and not get sick of it. Seriously. Life is too short to eat food that doesn’t taste that […]
These tortillas have been a staple in our house for a while now. Containing only 4 ingredients (cassava, water, oil, and salt), these are an excellent option for individuals suffering from food sensitivities or food allergies. It can easily be substituted for wheat flour in many recipes too. I honestly can eat these plain or as the base for my favorite fish tacos!
Cassava flour comes from the root of the Cassava plan/Yucca plan (like tapioca and manioc). It has traditionally been used in South American and African cultures for bread and tortillas. It’s grain-free and may be easier tolerated for individuals who suffer from food sensitivities or food allergies. Although it is not considered a “grain” it is a carbohydrate food source and should not be considered a “low-carb” option.
This recipe can really work with any type of flour or diet requirements you may have. The most important thing to adjust with this recipe is the water and sometimes the oil content – just to make sure you get the right consistency. Other flours that I regularly use include rice, quinoa, and buckwheat! Variety is key to your health and having a variety of different grains and root vegetables in your diet is no exception.
Combine all ingredients listed in a stand mixer. Remember, depending on the flour you use, you may have to adjust the water and oil amounts. Mix together until well combined. Roll dough out into balls on a place on parchment paper so that it won’t stick to your counter! Flatten the dough balls with a rolling pin until you get the right shape and thickness. Heat on a lightly greased, medium/low heat griddle for about 2 minutes each side until fully cooked/slightly browned.
Homemade Salad Dressing I have been leaning more towards honey mustard type dressings lately for my salads. I have been having a spinach/cob style salad FOR YEARS. Yes, I fit that dietitian cliche’ – I know -but I also eat my salad every day with […]
These muffins have been a go-to in our house lately. You guys know that I am a fan of millet and trying to get more VARIETY of foods in our diet. So when I came up with this Banana, Oat and Millet Muffin recipe – […]
I’ve been getting quite a few questions on foods that can support immune health lately (appropriately – given the current situation ?). Honestly, these are foods we should and could be eating all the time! This is awesome – because so many of these foods are shelf-stable and freezable and available ALL year long. HOWEVER, remember to work with what you have and what is available – don’t stress about it! The most important thing to do right now is to nourish your body, eat vegetables and fruit (they don’t have to be fresh or organic), drink water, move your body, turn off the news ?, and get some sleep! ⠀
Vitamin C – think of citrus, leafy greens like kale, spinach and bell peppers⠀
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Vitamin D – wild-grown mushrooms, fortified milk, and salmon (canned works!) ⠀
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Zinc – meats, shellfish (love scallops!) and beans are excellent sources ⠀
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Vitamin A – mango – (we love it dried without added sugar), butternut squash and carrots ⠀
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Vitamin E – avocados, nuts (like peanut butter), and sunflower seeds⠀
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Vitamin B-6 – chickpeas (like those found in hummus), poultry, and tuna (Remember – canned is ok!)⠀
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Pre & Probiotics – We love seaweed, yogurt, and bananas at our house! Potatoes (heated then cooled) are a great resistant starch for your gut bacteria to feed on! Fermented foods like kimchi, (real) sauerkraut, yogurt, and kombucha are probiotics and can stay safe in the fridge for quite a few days. ⠀
