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- Fruit Infused Water

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Parmesan Carrot Snack - Healthy Snacks With Large Carrots, Oil, Herbs De Provence, Salt, Grated Parmesan Cheese

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Grain Free Orange Cinnamon Granola

This recipe was inspired by my dear Barre3 friends here in Nashville! Barre3 is a holistic approach to wellness, much like LL Balanced! While the heart of Barre3 centers on fitness workouts, which combine yoga, ballet & pilates, it's about so much more! Barre3 cares as much about what you had for breakfast and how stressed your day is, as they do about tight buns and quads. When I met the owner of Nashville's Barre3 studios, Holly, I knew I'd met a sister from another mister, and I instantly became a fan of the whole philosophy.

Starting on January 9th, Barre3 is offering the B3 All In program, a "4-week program created to supercharge your body and mind in one month". Holly allowed me a sneak peek into the B3 All In guidebook, and I was blown away by the plethora of tips and information about resetting your health in mind, body and spirit for the new year. I was also blown away by the plethora of delicious sounding recipes!!!

I've been wanting to make a grain-free/paleo granola for a while, and I was smitten with the B3 All In version. I added a few tweaks to suit my own favorite flavor profiles, and the result is my new favorite breakfast! Orange zest, cinnamon and vanilla are a perfect combination of refreshing and cozy, and I adore how the nuts, seeds and coconut offering a variety of crunchy and chewy textures. Full of protein, fiber, antioxidants and minerals, a bowl of this granola with almond milk or yogurt and fruit is such a satisfying and nourishing way to start the day. I've also been making parfaits with my Vanilla Chia Pudding, blueberries and this granola. I'll make a few in mason jars, cover them up and enjoy throughout the week!

If you're someone who doesn't digest grains well, or you just try to keep your mornings a little lower-carb and you don't want something savory....well you + this recipe = BESTIES.

And, most important, if you're someone looking to kick off the new year on a healthy start but you do best with the guidance of a program, I highly recommend checking out the B3 All In program!

TOTAL TIME : 25 minutes 15 minutes 15 mins-2 hours

1. *You just need 3 cups nuts, total, so feel free to sub for whatever you have or like better. Do not sub seeds for nuts. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F and line a large baking sheet with nonstick parchment paper.

2. Add walnuts, almonds and pecans to a food processor and pulse until they form a chunky crumble--you should still see a few whole and half pieces of nuts. Alternately, hand-chop nuts into small pieces.

3. In a large mixing bowl, combine sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, coconut flakes, flax meal, cinnamon, sea salt, orange zest and dried fruit. Stir to incorporate evenly, then stir in chopped nuts.

4. Whisk together olive oil, honey, maple syrup and vanilla, then pour into nut/seeds mixture. Stir to thoroughly combine.

5. Turn mixture out onto baking sheet and spread in as even a layer as possible. Try not to leave gaps in the mixture--this will help create granola clusters.

6. Bake granola for 25 minutes, or until golden brown and fragrant. Remove and allow to cool 2 hours for granola chunks. If you don't care about chunks, allow to cool 15 minutes before enjoying.

7. Allow granola to cool completely before storing. Will keep tightly sealed at room temperature 10 days - 2 weeks.

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Nothing can derail a busy afternoon at work like a snack craving. Instead of stopping by the vending machine, where you're bound to spend way too much money on not-even-good sugary treats, make your own big-batch snacks the Sunday before your workweek starts. These nine snack-prep ideas are the best way to stop hanger in its tracks, guaranteed.

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Skip the Chips Ahoy and demolish a few of these no-bake chocolate cashew bites. We like making a big batch on Sunday nights and storing them in the freezer to grab on the way to work.

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Turns out, chickpeas don't just make hummus. When coated with a few spices and baked, they become a protein-packed crunchy snack-just perfect for those 4 p.m. snack attacks. Divide your chickpeas into five baggies once they're roasted, so all you need to do is remember to take one to work.

Pita chips can take care of a salty or sweet craving, so you should probably have both versions on hand. Sprinkle half with paprika and garlic powder and the other with cinnamon and coconut sugar, and you'll be ready for anything the day brings.

Your coworker left a plate of brownies in the kitchen. You really want one, but can't risk a sugar crash. Good thing you packed a few of these brownie bites. Even if you don't have maca and mesquite powder, these are way better than that from-the-box brownie platter.

When you're craving something crunchy and salty, thin-baked zucchini chips are always the answer. And you thought this veg was just for zoodles.

Don't spend two bucks on one granola bar from the office vending machine. Save tons by making a tray of these cranberry-almond bars over the weekend, then pack one in your work bag for hanger-related emergencies.

Sometimes nothing can make a rough afternoon better like a piece of chocolate. Skip the packaged version and DIY your peanut butter cup-you don't know it yet, but it's going to taste better this way.

Plug in your slow cooker and make a pile of salty, crunchy Chex Mix. This big batch will stay fresh for three weeks, but we both know it won't last that long, right? Oh, maybe that's just us.

Let's be real: Packaged kale chips just don't compare to homemade. Fair warning: If you open the bag in the lunchroom, your coworkers may expect you to share. And you'll definitely get little bits of kale in your teeth, so you might want to bring a toothbrush too.

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Did you know. Roasted chickpeas are the new cool.

Seriously!

And honestly, it wasn't something that was ever on my list, I mean, I like chickpeas, or garbanzo beans (which I prefer, because it sounds funny. I like funny sounding foods), in salads, falafels, hummus, hummus chips...but roasted? Never even crossed my mind. Boy was I ever missing out. This roasted chickpeas recipe is super amazing, and it's actually inspired by my Greek dressing. I figure since everyone is working on a spicy and BBQ flavored roasted chickpeas recipe, I'll head back to the homeland of this prized pea.

I noticed that in most recipes, the chickpeas are marinated in the seasonings of choice before roasting, but I prefer to roast them for awhile before I dump them in a bowl of delicious spices and pop them back in the oven to finish off.

I find that when I do it this way, the chickpeas are less likely to overcook or have the seasonings burn. I always finish them off with a final sprinkle of kosher salt, because the large crystals add the perfect crispy crunch to an already crunchy delight!

Do any of you get the urge to peel every pea when you're washing and drying them? The skins just start coming off and I cannot help myself. Pretty sure I'm a little bit crazy, or maybe slightly OCD, but if I don't stop myself, I'll spend an hour peeling every last one of those chickpeas, and there is no reason to do it for this roasted chickpeas recipe. Hummus is another story, however.

When you're dieting like I am, you want to be sure you're packing a good punch with your snack choices, which is why I love this roasted chickpeas recipe. They are low in fat, high in protein, and only have around 30 calories per tablespoon! A handful will keep you full until your next meal, for sure!

Mediterranean Roasted Chickpeas Recipe

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Did you know. Roasted chickpeas are the new cool. Seriously! And honestly, it wasn't something that was ever on my list, I mean, I like chickpeas, or garbanzo beans (which I prefer, because it sounds funny. I like funny sounding foods), in salads, falafels, hummus, hummus chips...but roasted?

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Allergic to nuts? This recipe uses black beans as a base for a chocolaty protein-rich snack.

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Do you remember when all you would see on Pinterest and Facebook were protein balls! The quick, easy, healthy snack with a hit of protein. First made with peanut butter, then the peanut and tree nut allergy peeps naturally got in the game with SunButter. There were allergy friendly recipes, but none that were friendly to my allergies.

Determined to give protein balls a try I took to the kitchen. And what surfaced was a pretty awesome thing! Presenting to you, free of the top 8 allergens, black bean based protein balls! And as a bonus, they are also free of all seeds. They do contain oats, which are not on FARE's list of wheat products (not a wheat expert so had to check).

A protein ball that works

Let me just tell you right now that these babies work! They give you the boost you need whether you are going for a hike, need to get through the day or training for a half marathon. Did I say training for a half marathon? You bet! This is why I can confidently tell you they work because they were part of my half marathon training, and I did a personal best last week at the Berlin Half Marathon. They tots hit the spot! Let's see if they do the same in September when I take on the big 42km. ?

Getting protein

The base of protein balls needs to be protein. Since I can't do peanut butter or any of its alternatives, I needed to find something sticky that would bind all the ingredients together and be high in protein. Not easy criteria to fill, eh. The solution was a combination of black beans, honey, and my fav coconut oil. Black beans are full of protein and you can't taste them at all. Sweetness is brought to you by honey and binding power is amplified with the coconut oil. Cocoa and coconut flakes are your flavours and chopped chocolate gives you texture.

My guinea pigs (aka family), have told me they taste somewhat like cliff bars. My sister even went so far as to say better ? She was my hand model and got paid in protein balls! Hehe, cheap labour!

Oh and one more thing to boast about. They are ridiculously easy to make! No cooking, no baking, only a little blending or pulverising needed. I weigh out each ball to make 30 pieces, which means they each weigh roughly 19.5g. You don't have to be that specific, but since they are a 'sports treat' I wanted to be more meticulous.

In our home, these little guys go by "Kraftbällchen", translating from German to tiny strength balls. But in the end, a name is but a name, what counts is if they work. Which they do! This is my first 100% from scratch recipe, can you tell I'm quite proud? ☺️ I hope these protein balls bring you the strength and taste satisfaction they have for me!

45 minPrep Time

45 minTotal Time

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Ingredients

400g Can of Black Beans (rinsed well)

4 tbsp Honey

1 tbsp Coconut Oil

1/4 cup Cocoa Powder

1 1/2 cup Rolled Oats (old fashion)

1/2 cup Unsweetened Coconut Flakes

1/3 cup Chocolate, either chips or bakers chocolate (roughly chopped)

Instructions

1. In a blender, Vitamix, or food processor blend black beans, honey, coconut oil, and cocoa together until a smooth paste is formed. Once you think you have blended it enough, blend it for 30 seconds more.

2. Transfer black bean paste to a bowl and mix in rolled oats, coconut and chocolate until very well combined. The same applies here, one you feel it is well mixed, mix it again!

3. Roll into balls, either weigh them out or eyeball it. If you weigh them out, take the overall weight of the dough and divide by 30 to get the weight for each ball (roughly 20g). When rolling into balls, the dough may crumble a bit, give it a squeeze (like dry play dough) and gently roll between your two hands.

4. Keep refrigerated. They are good for up to 3 weeks.

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Do you remember when all you would see on Pinterest and Facebook were protein balls! The quick, easy, healthy snack with a hit of protein. First made with peanut butter, then the peanut and tree nut allergy peeps naturally got in the game with SunButter.

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Breakfast bites, energy balls, protein bites, bliss balls whatever you call them they are everywhere! I already have a recipe for a super easy no fail chocolate bliss ball. But I have been working really hard at finding and creating recipes for bliss balls with less sugar (even the dried fruit kind) but that are still palatable. I am also attempting to get on the Valentines bandwagon. So

I am also attempting to get on the Valentines bandwagon. So naturally, I aimed for pink. Which for me meant strawberry breakfast bites were in order.

My strawberry breakfast bites

These strawberry energy balls are not overly sweet, however my kiddos have been happily eating them. If your kiddos need a bit of sweetness to add some yum factor, a little honey or maple syrup should do the trick. Try adding 1 tablespoon as a start, and see what your kids think. I've been making them the night before (they are quick) then serving them straight from the fridge for breakfast in the morning, It has been hot here so its been perfect.

I have tested these strawberry breakfast bites in the lunch box, and they are fine. So they are not solely for breakfast by any means. However my kid's lunch boxes do get kept cool in a cooler bag. On a super hot day without cooling I am not sure how they would survive. But they are nut free so should be ok for school!

There is a quick video for how to make this recipe further down.

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Strawberry Breakfast Bites

Ingredients

1 Cup frozen strawberries

1 Cup oats

1/2 Cup sunflower seeds

1/2 Cup coconut flour

2 Tbsp Coconut oil

Desiccated coconut

Instructions

1. Watch the quick recipe video before you get started, scroll up a little to find it

2. Check the notes at the bottom of the recipe for little bits of extra info and help

3. Place first 4 ingredients in a food processor with 1 TBSP of the coconut oil

4. Whiz, whizz, whizz, it will take some time, be patient

5. Eventually it becomes a fine paste and form a ball

6. If the mixture looks dry add the second spoon of coconut oil. It depends a little on how much oil is released from the sunflower seeds.

7. Use a teaspoon to scoop balls

8. Roll the balls in desiccated coconut

9. Refrigerate for 2 hrs or overnight

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Breakfast bites, energy balls, protein bites, bliss balls whatever you call them they are everywhere! I already have a recipe for a super easy no fail chocolate bliss ball. But I have been working really hard at finding and creating recipes for bliss balls with less sugar (even the dried fruit kind) but that are still palatable.

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As a mom of two young boys I am here to confirm that the rumor is true: boys will, in fact, eat you out of house and home.

As easy as it would be to rely on store-bought granola bars, making them at home is not only more affordable but it allows me to control the quality of ingredients.

This year, both of my boys are in nut-free classrooms which presented another challenge: tweaking our usual granola bar recipe to be nut-free but also provide a hefty boost of protein.

The end result are these soft and chewy nut free protein bars scented with warm cinnamon and plump raisins. For even more protein, I pair them with a Stonyfield yogurt pouch packed with calcium and Vitamin D.

While there are so many decisions a mom has to make throughout the day, one decision I always feel good about is feeding my kids organic Stonyfield yogurt made without toxic persistent pesticides or GMO's

If you are also passionate about avoiding exposure to toxic chemicals and pesticides, I urge you to read more about Stonyfield's newest initiative: StonyFIELDS. I know I was surprised to learn that 21 million kids play on fields, most of which are sprayed with a mix of harmful chemicals. Yikes!

The mission is simple: make every field in America (you know, the fields our kids play on at soccer practice or during recess) organic by stopping the use of harmful pesticides on playing fields. Click here to learn more about how you can change your own community, nominate your community to get a donation, OR start by changing your back yard.

In the meantime, we have kids to feed, am I right? So get in the kitchen and whip up a batch of these soft and chewy nut-free protein bars to pair with your favorite Stonyfield yogurt. You'll be so glad you did.

Do these protein bars require refrigeration?

No. But they will keep longer if you do.

No forks required.

Homemade Nut Free Protein Bars

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Looking to try more delicious and easy breakfast ideas? Head over to my Pinterest board for inspiration!
Photography by Alejandro Photography // Recipe by The Lemon Bowl Disclosure: I am honored to be a Stonyfield Brand Ambassador. Thank you for supporting the brands that make The Lemon Bowl possible. All thoughts are my own.

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As a mom of two young boys I am here to confirm that the rumor is true: boys will, in fact, eat you out of house and home. As easy as it would be to rely on store-bought granola bars, making them at home is not only more affordable but it allows me to control the quality of ingredients.

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Lots of opportunity for making these your own...different fruits, different nut butters...just prep the morning of your day!

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HEALTHY PEANUT BUTTER, STRAWBERRY, BANANA WRAP - A fun breakfast or an after school snack! Delicious, easy and quick!

Healthy Peanut Butter Strawberry, Banana Wraps are a delicious and easy breakfast recipe and they are great for snacking too!

Wraps have many uses in my house. Not only are they great for create healthy, yummy meals they can also be used to make sweet snack and dessert, like these Healthy Peanut Butter Strawberry, Banana Wraps. It's not easy finding something the whole family will eat. This simple Healthy Peanut Butter Strawberry, Banana Wraps are my newest obsession.

Peanut butter, strawberry and banana are three things that my kids and I can agree on so I found way to combine them with mini chocolate chips to make wraps that are great for breakfast and snacks. To make the mornings a little better and get the day started right the kids and I share this easy Healthy Peanut Butter Strawberry, Banana Wraps.

You don't need any kitchen skills to make this recipe just prepare right ingredients and you can start. You need only few ingredients, few minutes and your enjoyment can start. You start with a little peanut butter spread on the wrap then you can add just about anything you like so they never get boring. Let your children to make their little snack and you will see how they will enjoy. Make them for breakfast or after school, post workout and on the go. Enjoy!

Related Posts - More recipes you might like:

Healthy Peanut Butter, Strawberry, Banana Wrap Recipe

½ cup creamy peanut butter

1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped

2 small bananas, peeled and chopped

⅓ cup mini chocolate chips

4 whole wheat tortillas or wraps

1. Place tortilla on a plate

2. Spread the peanut butter evenly over each tortilla

3. Sprinkle strawberry, banana and mini chocolate chips over the peanut butter

4. Rolls and then cut in half, or into bite-sized pieces

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HEALTHY PEANUT BUTTER, STRAWBERRY, BANANA WRAP - A fun breakfast or an after school snack! Delicious, easy and quick! Healthy Peanut Butter Strawberry, Banana Wraps are a delicious and easy breakfast recipe and they are great for snacking too! Wraps have many uses in my house.

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These Coconut Cashew Bars make a delicious, healthy, snack. Whether you're Whole30, Paleo, or simply looking for a healthier snack or dessert idea give these bars a try and let me know your thoughts in the comments.

Coconut Cashew Bars
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I wanted to create a healthy snack recipe that the majority of lifestyles could enjoy. Since I'm in the midst of a round of Whole30 right now, these Coconut Cashew Bars were what I came up with. It was also a great way to show what the Vitamix 7500 could do.

For those of you who prefer a visual representation, I created the video above. Don't forget to give it a like and subscribe to my channel on YouTube.

Related: No Bake Coconut Bars

I made this Larabar inspired snack with my Vitamix 7500.

I LOVE MY VITAMIX.

I use it at least once a day.

From my morning coffee recipe to healthy avocado ranch dip to vegetable loaded meatballs.

The Vitamix 7500 has a 2.2 HP motor, that means it can blend cashews, coconut, and dates like a dream. The pulse feature also gives you the choice of the option of texture.

So what's next with the Vitamix? I want to try soups (yes the Vitamix not only mixes the soup but it heats it up too) and you can bet that I'll be sharing it when I perfect a recipe.

Want one? You can purchase your own Vitamix 7500 on Amazon.

Whole30 Bars

If you find yourself starving while on Whole30, chances are you didn't eat enough at mealtime.

However, I like to have these as Whole30 snacks - just in case.

Add this to your list of Whole30 approved snacks.

These bars fall under Whole30 compliance since it contains only three ingredients: dates, coconuts, and cashews.

I love using a base for coconut bars and adding in whatever ingredients I'm craving to complete it. More options would be to add dried fruit, almonds, and if even cocoa.

The consistency of these coconut cashew bars is totally up to you. You can use the Vitamix until they're completely smooth or you can do what I did and leave some texture in them.

If you blend or process it smooth, it will be the consistency of a Larabar, add chocolate chips and it's the cashew cookie kind!

This is the texture I stopped with, it was loose but I was able to press it together.

If you want it smoother, it's easy to make that happen. If you have leftovers, you can crumble it up for Strawberries with Coconut Cashew Crumble.

Vitamix Recipes

Here are a few of my favorite healthy Vitamix recipes found on The Bewitchin' Kitchen.

Coconut Cashew Bars Recipe

Randa's Tip: The bars set best if left in the refrigerator or freezer to harden up

Coconut Cashew Bars Ingredients

Can you believe you only need three ingredients for these Whole30 bars?

Check this recipe out too: Coconut Breakfast Balls (leave out the coating to make it Whole30).
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PS: Check out these Whole30 lunch ideas and Whole30 dinners.

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