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    Honey Peanut Soy Glazed Salmon

    The perfect harmony of soy, peanut, and honey.  Just when I think Mexican cuisine is my favorite, something like this takes me back to loving Asian inspired foods.   Today’s lunch was super simple.  Honey, peanut, and soy glazed salmon with just a touch of ginger. Some stir fry veggies, over a bed of red quinoa and this momma is set!   Ingredients:  4 salmon filets, thawed  1 16oz bag stir fry veggies  Quinoa, cooked  1 tbsp liquid aminos (or low sodium, natural soy sauce) 1 tbsp PB2  1 tbsp wildflower honey 1/2 tsp ground ginger.  Directions:  Lightly dust salmon filets with ginger.  Mix PB2, aminos, and honey together in…

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    Maple Honey BBQ Sauce

    When it’s summer, we BBQ.  And you know this semi-crunchy, clean eating momma just had to whip up a made-from-scratch recipe to start basting our goodies in for the grill.  This was super easy, just enough zest, and is great for dipping too!  Ingredients: 3 tbsp tomato paste 1 8 oz can tomato sauce 1 tbsp chili powder  1 tbsp paprika 2 tbsp pure maple syrup 2 tbsp wildflower honey 1 tsp chipotle chili powder  Sea salt & ground black pepper to taste Directions:   Mix all ingredients in a small saucepan.  Simmer 10-15 minutes.  Baste meats, poultry, salmon, prior to grilling, or use for dipping!  Enjoy!  

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    Honey Dijon Chicken Salad Wrap (21 Day Fix Friendly)

    When I lived in Soulard there was a little coffee shop that made the very best chicken salad.  I lived off that stuff.  Creamy. Nutty. The chicken was cooked perfectly.  I still get warm fuzzies thinking about it.   Today.  Warm fuzzies.  This lunch was hands down one of the best things I’ve made in a long time.  It was simple and delicious.  Creamy, clean, healthy and hit the spot.  Nothing more.  Nothing less.  Just perfection. If you’re looking for a new favorite chicken salad, I hope this is it. Enjoy!   Ingredients:  For the wrap:  1 large grilled chicken breast, diced  1/2 c green grapes, sliced  1 tbsp sliced…

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    Apple Walnut Salad with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette

    I love a savory and sweet salad.  Especially when it’s a perfect complement to a big dinner.  This is my Thanksgiving dinner salad this year.  The crispness and crunch of the fresh-off-the-tree apples and the toasted walnuts make an excellent addition to this salad and it will pair nicely with roasted turkey breast, fresh bread, and white wine! For The Salad: 6 c mixed field greens  2 medium golden delicious apples, thinly sliced  1/3 cup toasted walnuts (toast in skillet for 2-3 minutes on low/medium heat) 1/2 c shredded Parmesan cheese  For The Dressing:  1/2 c extra virgin olive oil 1/4 c balsamic vinegar  1/2 tsp sea salt  2 tbsp…

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    Clean Eating Shakeology Granola Bars

    In my house, we love peanut butter.  Every week, on the grocery list.  Peanut Butter.  Spoonfuls on spoonfuls, PBJ’s, protein bites, treats, snacks, ants on a log, etc.  You know it.  We also love chocolate.  When we can combine the two, it’s heaven.  These healthy, guilt-free snacks are perfect for that afternoon craving, that post-workout protein need, or that late night sweet tooth that won’t quit.  Dunked into a glass of vanilla unsweetened almond milk and I’m done for.  I hope you love these as much as we do!  Ingredients:   2 c quick oats 2 scoops chocolate Shakeology 1/4c ground flaxseed meal 1 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp sea salt…

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    Chocolate Shakeology Protein Bites

    Chocolate Shakeology Protein Bites Because sometimes when you have a snack attack, it has to be a cookie!  And when it does, this is a a perfect, healthy, alternative to a sugar-packed, ball of unhealthiness!  Ingredients: 1 c quick cook oats 1/2 c all natural peanut butter 1/4 c wildflower honey 1 scoop/packet chocolate Shakeology Directions:  Mix all ingredients until combined well in a bowl.  Roll into 1″ balls.  Refrigerate for 15 minutes.  Enjoy!  *You can also add 1/4 c flaxseed meal but may need to add a little more honey!