Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. These recipes will kick-start your day, and keep your heart beating strong.
Super Greens Waffles
Serves 2
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 cup raw spinach
- 2 tablespons 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
Nutritional Info (Per Serving):
- Calories – 443
- Carbs – 32g
- Fat – 22g
- Protein – 29g
- Fiber – 6g
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.
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.
Nutritional Info (Per Serving):
- Calories – 371
- Carbs – 37g
- Fat – 19g
- Protein – 15g
- Fiber – 7g
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.