Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. These recipes will kick-start your day, and keep your heart beating strong.
Almond Butter Amaranth Parfait
Serves 1
Ingredients
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon almond butter (peanut butter
also works)
1/2 cup puffed amaranth
1/2 cup fresh fruit (blueberries or
strawberries work well)
1/2 tablespoon cacao nibs*
*Note additional topping ideas include shaved coconut, chopped nuts, and hemp seeds.
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt and almond butter.
Stir together thoroughly.
In a small mason jar or container, put a layer of yogurt mix, amaranth, yogurt mix and top with fresh fruit and cacao nibs.
Nutritional Info (Per Serving):
Calories – 371
Carbs – 37g
Fat – 19g
Protein – 15g
Fiber – 7g
Super Green Waffles
Serves 1
Ingredients
2 eggs
1 1/2 cup raw spinach
2 tablespoons almond milk or other
unsweetened milk
1 medium banana (or avocado if you are doing low carb)
1/2 cup gluten-free oats or almond flour
1 scoop protein powder
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Toppings
1/2 cup unsweetened Greek yogurt
4 tablespoons crushed walnuts or pecans
Instructions
Heat waffle iron or flat skillet if making pancakes.
In a food processor or blender, blend all batter ingredients until smooth and fully mixed (1-2 minutes).
Pour batter into the preheated waffle iron or skillet.
Close waffle iron and cook until waffle is slightly browned and cooked through (typically about 5 minutes). For pancakes, flip when edges are lightly browned and bubbles form in the middle.
Top with Greek yogurt and crushed walnuts or pecans.
Nutritional Info (Per Serving):
Calories – 443
Carbs – 32g
Fat – 22g
Protein – 29g
Fiber – 6g