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High Protein Blueberry Vanilla Smoothie | Ready in 2 Minutes!

December 29, 2023

This High Protein Blueberry Vanilla Smoothie is the perfect grab-and-go snack that satisfies your sweet tooth! Start your morning with a balanced breakfast, enjoy as a snack, or dessert when you need a healthy pick-me-up! The recipe below is gluten-free and plant-based (vegan). It can be modified to meet your dietary preferences.

PREPARATION TIME: 2 MINUTES
COOK TIME: 0 MINUTES
TOTAL TIME: 2 MINUTES
SERVINGS: 1

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 frozen banana
  • ¾ cup frozen blueberries
  • 1 cup vanilla almond milk (or can use any milk with ½ tsp vanilla extract)
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (I use Leanfit Plant-Based Protein powder from Costco)
  • Optional Toppings: Shredded Coconut and Chia Seeds

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Add your frozen banana, blueberries, and almond milk to a blender and blend on medium to high until well-mixed.
  2. Add in 1 scoop of protein powder and blend until you reach your desired consistency.
  3. Pour into a cup or bowl and you’re got your delicious and healthy Protein Blueberry Vanilla Smoothie – I recommend using a straw to drink, or a spoon for a smoothie bowl! Top with your favourite toppings such as shredded coconut or chia seeds to add some crunchy texture.

For more wellness tips, check out my recent blog post, “Wellness 101: 5 Healthy Habits to Improve Your Wellbeing | Simple Self Care Tips & Wellness Strategies to Enhance Your Health in 2022 🌿” here.

For more healthy living tips & tricks, check out my YouTube (youtube.com/heatherfit) and Instagram(@heatherfit.ca).

Enjoy!

Heather

 

Delicious & Creamy Butternut Squash Soup | Plant-Based/Vegan Option

October 1, 2021

Now that the weather is getting colder and the leaves are changing, a warm soup is the perfect thing to enjoy! Warm your soul with this delicious, healthy, plant-based Butternut Squash Soup.

PREPARATION TIME: 15-20 MINUTES
COOK TIME: 20 MINUTES
TOTAL TIME: 35 – 40 MINUTES
SERVINGS: APPROXIMATELY 8

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated (or 1 tsp ginger powder)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Dash of pepper
  • 1/2 tsp fresh or dried rosemary, cut finely
  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cut into small cubes
  • 3.5 cups soup stock (vegetable, chicken for non-vegan option)
  • 3/4 cup milk (coconut milk or almond milk for vegan option, milk or cream for non-vegan option)

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Heat a pot to medium heat and add olive oil.
  2. Add the diced onion, garlic, ginger, salt, pepper, and thyme, and sauté until the onion is transparent.
  3. Once the onion is transparent, add the butternut squash cubes and stir the mixture.
  4. Mix in the vegetable stock and stir to combine (you may need a little more/less stock depending on the size of the squash, the liquid level should be slightly lower than the squash).
  5. Add lid and bring soup to a boil, once boil is reached turn down to medium-low and simmer for 20 minutes (when done, the squash should be tender enough to pierce with a fork).
  6. Remove soup from heat and add the milk/dairy-free milk.
  7. Purée the soup with a blender or hand-held blender.
  8. Voila! Serve and enjoy your delicious soup! To add some flavour & texture, top it off with some pumpkin seeds and fresh/dried rosemary.

 

Store the leftovers in the fridge and consume within a few days. You can also store in the freezer to have soup on-hand for when you’re looking for a healthy meal!

For more wellness tips, check out my recent blog post, “Wellness 101: 5 Healthy Habits to Improve Your Wellbeing | Simple Self Care Tips & Wellness Strategies to Enhance Your Health in 2022 🌿” here.

For more healthy living tips & tricks, check out my YouTube (youtube.com/heatherfit) and Instagram(@heatherfit.ca).

 

Enjoy!

Heather

 

Instant Pot Quinoa Recipe | Simple, Healthy Side & Ready in 15 Minutes!

October 1, 2021

This Instant Pot Quinoa recipe is the perfect option for a healthy meal prep or side dish! To make things even better, this recipe is low-maintenance & only takes 15 minutes to produce the perfect fluffy & delicious quinoa!

Quinoa is a great healthy option to enjoy on its own, stuffed into vegetables, added to your favourite salads or even soups! What’s your favourite way to enjoy quinoa? Let me know in the comments.

Want some Healthy Living Tips? Check out my latest post, “Wellness 101: 5 Healthy Habits to Improve Your Wellbeing | Simple Self Care Tips & Wellness Strategies to Enhance Your Health in 2022 🌿” here.

 

Instant Pot Quinoa | Simple, Healthy Side & Ready in 15 Minutes!

 

INGREDIENTS:

⭐️ Oil Spray

⭐️ 1 cup Quinoa

⭐️ 1.5 cups Water

 

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Spray bottom of Instant Pot with oil spray (some olive oil works too).
  2. Place the quinoa in a strainer and rinse well, until the water is clear.
  3. Add the rinsed quinoa and water to the Instant Pot.
  4. Seal the lid & set to pressure cook High for 5 minutes. *IMPORTANT* Make sure the “Keep Warm” button is OFF or it will burn!
  5. After the 5 minutes pass & the quinoa is finished cooking, leave the Instant Pot to self-release/natural release for 10 minutes (AKA: DO NOT release steam right away). Let the Quinoa sit for 10 minutes before releasing the rest of the steam.
  6. Once the 10 minutes is up, release the rest of the steam.
  7. Fluff with a fork, then serve!

 

Ta-da!  💫

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