My favorite healthy high protein ice cream

It's healthy.

It's high protein.

It's Keto friendly!

It's certified dairy free.

It's certified gluten free.

It's certified organic and non-gmo.

It tastes like those Push-up pops I used to eat as a kid. 😋😋😋

It supports, boosts, and defends your immune system, with ingredients shown to boost Natural Killer cell activity by 3x and critical immune cells by 5.8x.

It includes all 9 essential amino acids, 10 g of collagen, and a powerful combination of biotin and vitamin C, to promote healthy skin, hair, nails, and joints.

It is a complete meal with 25 grams of protein, 10 grams of fiber, and 24 essential vitamins and minerals. 

It provides energy and essential nutrients to support overall health. It also supports satiety and healthy weight.

I'm talking about my 

Healthy High Protein ice cream! 

Get all the ingredients you need HERE! 

Recipe for this KETO FRIENDLY high protein Ice Cream:

2 scoops life shake 

2 scoops collagen 9

1 packet triple defense

1 TBSP raw local honey

1/2 cup water 

2 cups ice 

1 cup frozen strawberries (or any frozen fruit of choice)

1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries (or fruit of choice).

1 chocolate toffee snack bar cut up.

Get all the ingredients delivered to your door HERE.

Directions

Add all the ingredients except the fresh strawberries and toffee bars to a blender. Blend, stir, blend, stir, blend, stir. It always takes me 3 times of blending to get the texture I want. Your blender may take more or less. 

You can get all these ingredients here or buy them Individually by clicking their links above in the recipe. 

Message me for any questions! 

Why I left Beachbody

 

Yes, the rumors are true. I left. Yes I was a 2x Elite 1x Premiere Coach that earned 6 figures. Yes it was hard to leave, but I had to. Let me explain:

You see I am getting older, and so is my body. The shake I used to love stopped working and was causing issues in my body. They reformulated and added some preservatives my body could not handle. Then shortages started happening and they could not source everything that they used to. Key ingredients I needed, were no longer in there. I was a literal hot mess with hormones raging, mood swings, hot flashes, sleep issues, lack of sex drive, not a single bit of motivation to socialize. I was a completely different person. I did not like myself and I needed help fast. 

I started to feel like imposter syndrome. Because Shakeology wasn't working anymore. I kept begging for more help with menopause, gut health, joint pain, aging, vitamin deficiences etc...NADA. So I searched high and low and loved what I found. BUT... I wasn't allowed to share with you or anyone if I remained a coach. I refused to pretend, and therefore my account was terminated. It was a blessing though... because now I am helping people LIKE ME that NEED help!

The first thing that helped me SO much is a menopause supplement that's part of meology. They customize your regime based on your answers...You take a little health assessment and they can even hook up to your DNA test if you want (you don't have to share that) and they mix a supplement prescription that caters to YOUR body. And it's clean. Just plants backed by science You can pick and choose what you want as part of your plan. If you want to check it out, and maybe take the health assessment here is the link: CLICK HERE or reach out to me. In addition to the menopause supplement I changed over my energize to their energy boost that gives me SUSTAINED energy, and added triple defense immunity, I switched my collagen to theirs (it is far superior), I switched my shakes too. Feels so good to finally be ALIGNED and to have the certified organic, non-gmo, vegan, gluten free, dairy free label! My mood is so much better, and my hot flashes haven't happened in over a month now. My sex drive is back, I have much more energy, and am verbal again.

If you are feeling like I was, please don't hesitate to reach out. Sometimes things work... until they don't. Let's get you feeling better! 

Vegan Butter

Once again I am blown away by the power of plants. This is creamy yummy butter that is SO GOOD you won't miss the dairy version. Perfect for us hormone warriors that love our dairy but our bodies reject it. I use this in place of butter in recipes. I melt this on pancakes and toast. Try it, you won't be sorry!

Vegan Butter

1 cup coconut oil
½ cup coconut milk
2 teaspoons nutritional yeast
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 pinch ground tumeric
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil 

Melt the coconut oil. Measure it when it's liquid and not when it's solid, then set it aside for a few minutes to cool. Don't use it while it's hot or warm. Allow it to get to room temperature first.
Place the Coconut oil, coconut milk, salt, nutritional yeast, vinegar and turmeric into a blender and blend until smooth.

  
Pour in the coconut oil and olive oil then blend until velvety smooth.

 
Pour the liquid butter into a container, cover and refrigerate until set.

Let is soften at room temperature for a few minutes before spreading for ultimate creaminess. Enjoy ! If you try it, let me know it the comments below! 

Dairy Free Vegan Cream Cheese

You guys.

I almost feel dumb for waiting this long to try this at home. 

It was stupid easy and it tastes JUST LIKE cream cheese. 

Do yourself a favor and just try it. So simple,

I am eating bagels and cream cheese again with ZERO guilt because it is packed full of nutrition and won't hurt my gut. I am so stoked you have no idea.

If you missed it, the vegan protein bagel recipe is here.

Dairy Free Vegan Cream Cheese

1 ½ cups raw unsalted cashews soaked
2 tablespoons lemon juice
¼ cup vegan yogurt unsweetened (can use regular yogurt if not vegan or dairy free)
½ teaspoon salt


Drain and rinse the soaked cashews.
Add all ingredients to a food processor or high-speed blender and pulse until smooth.
Taste and add more salt to your preference.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.

Vegan Protein Bagels

Stop cutting your carbs. Please just stop. It is not carbs that makes you gain weight. EAT REAL FOOD in a calorie deficit. That is what you need. If you have food sensitivities, just adjust your recipes, there is a substitute for just about everything. Recently dairy started making me bloat, and caused digestive problems. All that means is that I am not able to eat milk and cheese at the moment. Doesn't mean it's forever, what it really means is I can't have it here in the U.S. where they destroy our food with chemicals which have caused and rapid onset of autoimmune diseases in this country. 

SO if you are like me and are self advocating... you probably are making your own food the majority of the time. Bagels from the store are full of crap and if I eat them, I need a nap almost instantly. I don't want that feeling. I want FUEL. So these are my solution. Toast one of these bad boys up and eat them with my Vegan cream cheese. You CAN have what you want, you just have to be willing to cook a little. 

Vegan Protein Bagels


1 cup gluten free flour 

2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon sea salt
1 cup vegan greek yogurt (recipe here)
1 egg white or 1/3 cup aquafaba
optional toppings: everything bagel seasoning, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried garlic flakes, dried onion flakes



Preheat oven to 375F. Place parchment paper or a silpat on a baking sheet.

 
In a medium bowl combine the flour, baking powder and salt and whisk well. Add the yogurt and mix with a fork or spatula until well combined and a dough ball forms.

Lightly dust flour on a work surface and remove dough from the bowl, knead the dough a few times until dough is tacky, but not sticky.

Divide into 4 equal balls. Roll each ball into 3/4-inch thick ropes and join the ends to form bagels. (or you can make a ball and poke a hole in the center then stretch it slightly)

Top with egg wash OR aquafaba and sprinkle with seasoning of your choice. Bake on the top rack of the oven for 25 minutes. Let cool at least 15 minutes before cutting.

 Top with cream cheese!  If you missed it the vegan cream cheese recipe is up on my blog here.

Vegan Queso

I love cheese. I just wish it loved me. It doesn't. It hates me. I had to finally come to grips with this toxic relationship and love myself enough to say goodbye. Like all toxic relationships, I am sure I will try again down the line, only to be burned once again. 

In all seriousness. I have to have cheese and if I can't have the real thing, I will make one better. This is indeed better than regular queso, in my opinion, AND even in the opinion of my daughter. So give it a try. If you are like me your insides will thank you! 

Vegan Queso

1 cup raw cashews , soaked for at least 4 hours up to overnight, and drained
1/4 cup water (plus more, if needed)
1 teaspoon sea salt
1.5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
14 oz . can diced tomatoes with green chiles (rotel)

Put it all in the blender and blend until smooth. Store in the fridge. Use like you do regular queso.

Dairy Free Greek Yogurt ( Vegan )

Hormones...who's got em? 

My body has recently gone through hell and back with hormone changes thanks to turning 48 and aging is underway! I'm not worried. This is why I self advocate. Our bodies change and we need to make changes too. So I recently had to go off dairy. I love cheese and every so often I'll eat it again but just have to be aware of the consequences. It's not fun and it makes me bloat painfully. So I've been playing with recipes to replace my daily things that contained dairy and this one took the cake. 

It's sooooooo good!!!

I'll never go back to store bought greek yogurt and I'm definitely sticking to vegan on this one. Try it. Tell me what you think! For me it is like eating ice cream. I add some maple syrup and some granola and it is HEAVEN!!

VEGAN GREEK YOGURT

1 cup raw cashews, (soaked in water overnight and drained)
2 cans coconut milk
1/4 cup tapioca starch
3 capsules high quality probiotic

Instructions

Combine the drained cashews, coconut milk, and tapioca starch in a blender. Blend until silky smooth.
Transfer the mixture to a saucepan and bring to a simmer. Remove from the heat and let cool.
Add to a glass bowl (no metal!) and stir in the probiotic with a wood, plastic, or glass utensil.
Cover the bowl with cheesecloth and secure it with a rubber band. Let ferment at room temperature overnight or until desired tanginess is achieved.

Don't be alarmed if a crust forms, that simply means it's ready! Mix well and store in the fridge.

Greek Pasta Salad

Who doesn't like pasta? I love it, but traditional pasta doesn't love me. Makes me bloat and adds little to NO nutritional value. I am all about making every ingredient count, that is why I was so stoked to find Cauliflower pasta that indeed was HEALTHY!

Only 3 ingredients:

Cauliflower - Which is full of fiber, plant-based protein, and vitamins including vitamin C, vitamin K, potassium, and omega-3s, but it is low in carbs, sodium, and sugar as well.

Lentils - Packed with energy-sustaining plant-based proteins, lentils are a great source of folate and magnesium, which contribute to heart health and lower cholesterol. They are also full of dietary fiber, which helps with digestion and stabilizes blood sugar, in addition to being low in calories and fat.

Peas - A great source of vitamin A which aids in eye health. They contain high levels of iron, fiber, and plant-based protein in addition to being low carb. Peas are also rich in antioxidants and maintain a low glycemic index, which controls blood sugar levels. 

That is it. That's ALL that is in this pasta. 

It is

High Protein

Gluten-Free

Non-GMO

Dairy Free

Vegan ( although this recipe has cheese you can easily sub for nut cheese)

SO EAT UP! 

Get your Cauliflower High Protein Healthy Pasta Here

I have been craving all things Greek lately, so I decided to whip up a Greek Penne Pasta that is FULL of Veggies, and FANTASTIC for Summer days at the Beach, Park, etc... perfect for my adventurous life! This Greek pasta salad is a light and fresh combination of colorful veggies, olives, and feta cheese.

Try it and let me know what you think!

Healthy Greek Pasta Salad
Makes 4 Servings 

8 ounces dry Penne pasta
1 1/2 cups cucumber diced
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
1/4 cup red onion minced
1 green bell pepper diced
1/3 cup kalamata olives
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese plus more for garnish
1/4 cup chopped parsley plus more for garnish
5 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste

Prepare the pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions. Strain.

Place the cucumbers, tomatoes, pepper, red onion, olives, parsley and feta cheese in a large bowl.

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, oregano, garlic powder, salt and pepper.

Add the pasta to the bowl with the vegetables.

Pour the dressing over the top and toss to coat thoroughly. Serve, sprinkled with more parsley and feta cheese if desired.

Healthy Sweet Potato Nachos - dairy free option

EVERYTHING on this plate is dairy free, with the exception of my Greek yogurt. Thankfully my body processes that wonderfully. 

Everything on here is actually really healthy for me!

Sweet Potatoes

Coconut Oil

Sea salt

Garlic

Chicken

Tomato

Avocado

onion

Cheese made from almond and rice. 

HEALTHY nacho's that HIT THE SPOT!

So let me tell you about the cheese!

They have ZERO trans fats and are made from nuts, or rice. 

AND... everything is CERTIFIED organic.

They know a way to my heart. 

You can use a spicier Jalapeno Jack 

-or-

you can use a nice cheddar!

I got both of mine from Lisanatti foods. 

To make the sweet potato nachos...

3 large sweet potatoes, washed and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds

1 tablespoon olive oil

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed

1/4 cup chopped green onions

1/4 cup chopped cilantro

1 large avocado, pit removed and diced

Sour cream or Greek yogurt

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

Place the sweet potato rounds on a large baking sheet. You might need two baking sheets if you run out of room. You don’t want to overcrowd the sweet potatoes. Toss the sweet potatoes in olive oil and season with sea salt and pepper. Bake for 20 minutes. Use a spatula to flip the sweet potato rounds. Bake for an additional 10 minutes or until sweet potatoes are crisp.

Remove the pan from the oven and sprinkle cheese Bake until cheese is melted, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove pan from oven and top with all your favorite toppings. I used cooked chicken, avocado, red onion, tomato, greek yogurt. and it was SO YUM! 

As you can see the alternative cheese shreds and melts perfectly. I am thrilled, happy and full.