Get ready for some DIY-worthy, kick-butt recipes that will keep you and your family happy, healthy and full! =D
This time, we're taking on breakfast! Slide that cereal and milk right outta the picture. Let's get something more wild and crazy happening on the table today instead! 💙
I started this series for healthy, quick and easy recipes because if you know me, sometimes I can take my meals to the next level (meaning a lot of time and effort required!) I hear you Steemians, I know not everyone has the same amount of time or energy to pull that off. Not everyone is as obsessed of food as I am! I hear you. For me, I'm super lucky to be able to have time in my kitchen to create and explore my passion which is HEALTHY, HEALING FOODS :)
These recipes are designed to be minimal effort, maximum taste so, don't be afraid, these recipes are so easy you'll love to make them and even better than that, love to eat them ;)
THE SMOOTHIE BOWL 🍹+ 🍵
First thing is first, you have to have a nice bowl to put it in so you can enjoy it most! 😉
Next, you're going to need a blender or someone around that has one heck of a forearm to mash up your goods for you! 😉
For breakfast, I either have a plate of fruit, a smoothie or a smoothie bowl (on most days) I love having fruit to start my day because it gives me a healthy, natural boost of energy. I feel the best when I start with fruit and work my way into heavier food throughout the day.
Smoothie bowls are amazing because you can use whatever you have to create them. I have an abundance of recipes and options but I'll include the recipe you see in this photo to give you an idea of where to start! 💙
Why these ingredients?
These ingredients are chosen not only because they're delicious (because if you ask me, all fruit is perfection)! But these specific fruits are packed full of antioxidants so you can eat your breakfast knowing, you are essentially sending in warriors to help fend off any opponents fighting your body at the moment! Isn't that amazing?
- Papaya:
Antioxidants! What do antioxidants do? Well, to put it in a nutshell, they help your body by removing oxidants/free radicals inside your body. Let's just say, they help take out some of the bad stuff you might have hanging out inside! Papayas also have vitamin C, vitamin B, fiber and magnesium. Papayas are a powerhouse for your skin and digestion.
Pro tip: keep the peel and use it on your face for a glowing complexion! 💙 - Orange:🍊
More antioxidants with some vitamin c! We all know we need vitamin c right? Well, what vitamin c does is keep the body's immunity strong to defend against anything nasty coming our way! Oranges are a delicious way to get our daily dose! - Soursop:
MORE antioxidants (imagine that? It's almost like I did it on purpose) 😉 Don't forget vitamin C, B vitamins, calcium, phosphorous and did I mention it's delicious and some even call it the icecream fruit?
What you need: (makes 2 bowls)
- 1/2 cup papaya
- 1 orange
- 1/2 cup soursop (in my opinion, the most delicious fruit in the world!)
- 2 tbs maca root powder
- Dried mulberries
- Dried goji berries
- Dried black currants
- 2-4 tbs chia seeds (depending on how hungry you are!)
- 1/4-1/2 cup coconut milk (or nut based milk)
What to do:
- Start by taking your coconut milk and adding the chia seeds to it. Set aside and let the chia soak up the milk.
- Blend the papaya and orange together in a blender. You want the mixture to be thick but you can add coconut or regular water as needed if you're having trouble getting it to blend together.
- Pour the orange mixture into the bottom of the bowl.
- Rinse the blender (if you want to keep colors separate, otherwise it's no problem to use it again!)
- Put de-seeded soursop into the blender and blend with maca root powder (again, use water as needed)
- Pour the white mixture on top of the orange part in the bowl.
- Sprinkle the dried fruits all over the top.
- Your chia pudding should be ready to go, drop it on top and if you're feeling extra fancy, dress with a flower for good measure ;)
- You're ready to find a spoon and get your tummy filled!
It is my full-hearted belief that healing can come through food. I have experienced it and live it daily myself. I love being able to share and inspire the very thing that saved my life! I hope you enjoy this recipe and wish you a wonderful, delicious breakie!
Sending you love through food today and every day!
XO,