On My Plate: Applesauce Muffins (No Sugar Added)

Applesauce Muffins (No Sugar Added)

I adapted this recipe from Cat Can Cook to make it wheat-free with no sugar added.  I used unsweetened applesauce, but to make it a bit more sweet, sweetened applesauce can be used.

1 1/2 cups Unsweetened Applesauce (or Sweetened)

3 Tbsp. Egg Whites (Organic)

1/3 cup Melted Margarine

1 cup Chickpea Flour

1/2 cup Brown Rice Flour

1/4 cup Ground Flaxseeds

1 tsp. Baking Powder

1 tsp. Baking Soda

1/2 tsp. Cinnamon

Mix applesauce, egg whites and margarine.  Mix together dry ingredients, then combine with the applesauce mix.  Pour into greased muffin tin.  You may want to sprinkle the tops with cinnamon and Stevia for a hint of sweetness.  Cook at 325 F for 20 minutes.  Enjoy!

Extra Nutritional Info:

• Wheat and Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Yeast-Free (if fruit and flour are tolerated)
• Low Sugar
• These are also tasty with spreads such as nut butters

 

On My Plate: Sugar-Free Almond Butter Cookies with Carob Chips

For those of you who are looking for a flour-free, sugar-free treat these cookies are the perfect fit!  I know they are great because my children love them as well (and they are tough customers to please).

1 cup Almond Butter
1/4 cup Coconut Oil (organic)
1/8 cup Powdered Stevia
3 Tbsp. Egg Whites (organic)
1/2 tsp. Baking Powder
1/3 cup Unsweetened Carob Chips

Mix all ingredients together.  Scoop 1 tsp. for each cookie in a well-greased cookie tray.  Bake at 325 F for 10 minutes.  Let cool completely before removing (if you can resist).

Extra Nutritional Info:

• Great for those on specialty diets: sugar-free, yeast-free, dairy-free, wheat-free, gluten-free
• Ayruveda: Almond butter is generally great for all types: Pitta, Vata and Kapha.  Egg Whites are a bit easier for Pitta types.  Unsweetened Carob Chips do not contain caffeine or sugar.  Stevia is a safe sugar substitute.

On My Plate: Taco Turkey and Black Bean Wrap

Taco Turkey and Black Bean Wrap

This is such a simple and healthy recipe!  It is packed with high quality protein and low fat.

1 lb. Lean Ground Turkey

1 Onion, chopped

1 cup Red Pepper, chopped
1 can Black Beans

1 pkg. Low Sodium Taco Seasoning

Ancient Grain Wrap

Olive Oil

Heat olive oil in pan.  Brown onion and turkey meat.  Add red pepper, black beans, taco seasoning and 1 cup of water.  Bring to a boil and turn down heat to a simmer.  Cook until liquid is absorbed.  Serve on Ancient Grain or Multi-grain Wrap.  Enjoy!

Extra Nutritional Info:

• Ayurveda: Great for Pitta and Vatta types
• Wheat-free/Gluten-free: Eliminate the wrap or use a corn wrap as an alternative
• Great for those on a yeast-free diet

On My Plate: Feta Spinach and Chicken Salad

This is a very simple and healthy recipe that is low-fat, low-cal and a good source of protein.  The salad includes organic spinach leaves, organic strawberries, herb chicken breast and low fat feta.  This salad does not require any extra dressings, but you may wish to add a low-fat dressing (if you are not watching out for calories).

On My Plate - After Run Snack

This is one of my favourite snacks after my morning workout.  It includes Mary's Gluten-free and Wheat-free crackers with cucumbers and hummus.  I usually always go for seconds!

On My Plate - Fiesta Ground Turkey

Fiesta Ground Turkey

• Low-carb
• High Protein
• Low-fat

This is a great low-carb meal that I have, particularly after a weekend of parties and treats.  The siesta seasoning adds a little spice to this meal.

Lean ground turkey meat
Low-sodium Burrito Fiesta Seasoning Package
1 cup of peppers (red and yellow)
1 onion
1 garlic

Brown ground turkey meat.  Cook onions, peppers and garlic.  Add to meat fixture.  Sprinkle with Burrito Fiesta Seasoning Package and 3/4 cup of water.  Simmer until sauce thickens.  You can add corn chips or hard taco shells for a little more variety.