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  • Dairy Free,  Gluten Free,  Healthy,  Lunch,  Recipe

    Relish Egg Salad

    September 15, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Egg salad is a great lunch and it can be healthy too! This egg white only version is packed with protein and the relish adds an extra layer of flavor. This recipe has 2 of the recommended Spring/Follicular Phase foods. eggs relish (pickles) Have you tried making this recipe? Are you cycle syncing? I’d love to hear your feedback. Please comment and rate! Peace & love, jenni Want to be alerted when I post new recipes? Subscribe below to be in the know!

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    Hearty Sweet Potato Hash

    September 14, 2020 / 2 Comments

    I love this meal and not just for breakfast. This hash makes a great brunch, lunch or dinner. But there is something so filling and comforting about eating this first thing and I get to feel great because it’s super healthy and just what my body needs. This recipe has at least 2 of the recommended Fall/Luteal Phase foods. sweet potatoes black beans Have you tried making this recipe? Are you cycle syncing? I’d love to hear your feedback. Please comment and rate! Peace & love, jenni Want to be alerted when I post new recipes? Subscribe below to be in the know!

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    Roasted Salsa

    September 14, 2020 / 0 Comments

    I love this time of year when the last of the tomatoes come off the vine and football games grace the tv. My husband loves to grill on game days and this salsa is a great companion to meats and veggies as well as chips. If you can add fresh oregano as well as fresh cilantro it will heighten the flavors of this salsa to the next level! Nothing beats fresh herbs. If you’re making this during the Luteal or Follicular phases, try throwing some artichokes in the blender along with everything else. This recipe has at least 2 of the recommended Ovulatory Phase foods, but it’s a great healthy…

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    Spinach, Mushrooms and Wild Rice Bowl

    September 11, 2020 / 0 Comments

    This dish is so hearty and comforting. Earthy mushrooms and wild rice with fresh spinach and water chestnuts are a magical combination. The slower you cook down the vegetables the more flavorsome they get. You can use fresh or frozen spinach. This recipe has at least 5 of the recommended Menstrual Phase foods: mushrooms spinach wild rice Tamari water chestnuts Have you tried making this recipe? Are you cycle syncing? I’d love to hear your feedback. Please comment and rate! Peace & love, jenni Want to be alerted when I post new recipes? Subscribe below to be in the know!

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    Winter Energy Bites

    September 10, 2020 / 3 Comments

    These are my favorite go to snacks. These healthy bites will boost your energy. They’re full of fats and protein- perfect for a quick winter phase pick me up! This recipe has at least 3 of the recommended Menstrual Phase foods: chia seeds flax seeds pumpkin seeds Have you tried making this recipe? Are you cycle syncing? I’d love to hear your feedback. Please comment and rate! Peace & love, jenni Want to be alerted when I post new recipes? Subscribe below to be in the know!

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    Nerdy Hummus Dressing

    September 7, 2020 / 0 Comments

    This hummus dressing is the perfect topping for salads, brown rice, roasted veggies and so much more! Hummus is made mostly from chickpeas which pack quite a nutritional punch. A mere tablespoon has 2 grams of fiber and 2 grams of protein. They’re also rich in potassium, calcium, magnesium and iron. This recipe has at least 3 of the recommended Luteal Phase foods: hummus (chickpeas) garlic this dressing is ideal for the luteal phase but healthy and delicious enough to use at any point in your cycle. Have you tried making this recipe? Are you cycle syncing? I’d love to hear your feedback. Please comment and rate! Peace & love,…

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    Apple Spice Oatmeal

    September 7, 2020 / 0 Comments

    This is my new favorite fall breakfast! Fresh apples and warm spices make this super comforting and so healthy too. Make plenty for leftovers because they taste even better! This recipe has at least 3 of the recommended Luteal Phase foods: apples walnuts cinnamon if you are also seed cycling, this is a great dish to top with those sunflower and sesame seeds! If you want an extra special treat, head on over to Whip and Wander. My fellow Jenni has some fantastically delectable recipes, including her Spiced Apple Butter. Top your leftover oatmeal with this butter before reheating and you will not regret it!! Have you tried making this…

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    Squash Burrito Bowl

    September 3, 2020 / 0 Comments

    I love spaghetti squash! It’s such a great healthy base for a variety of cuisines. I went with a Mexican flavor tonight. This recipe has at least 5 of the recommended Luteal Phase foods, 6 if you serve it with brown rice: squash beef garlic onions black beans great luteal toppings- bell peppers, shallots, purple cabbage Have you tried making this recipe? Are you cycle syncing? I’d love to hear your feedback. Please comment and rate! Peace & love, jenni Want to be alerted when I post new recipes? Subscribe below to be in the know!

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    Leftover Quinoa Oats Recipe

    August 28, 2020 / 0 Comments

    This is a great way to use up any leftover quinoa from the night before! Hearty and healthy, this breakfast is a great addition to your summer meals. This recipe has 3 of the recommended Summer/Ovulatory Phase foods: quinoa strawberries almonds it’s also a great way to get your seeds in! Want to be alerted when I post new recipes? Subscribe below to be in the know! Have you tried this recipe? I would love to know your thoughts. Peace & Love, jenni

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    Berry Nutty Pineapple Smoothie

    August 24, 2020 / 0 Comments

    This breakfast smoothie is refreshing and cool for those hot summer mornings! Filled with fruit and seeds, it holds 10 grams of your daily fiber!! This recipe has 5 of the recommended Ovulatory Phase foods: strawberries spinach almonds sunflower seeds sesame seeds Have you tried this recipe? I would love to know your thoughts. Peace & Love, jenni

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    Spring Rolls

    March 28, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Have you tried this recipe? I would love to know your thoughts. Peace & Love, jenni

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    Lemon & Spinach Hummus

    February 28, 2020 / 0 Comments

    This protein packed kid friendly, vegan & vegetarian friendly snack is super easy to make. Nerdy Tips leave the chickpea skins on for more fiber. I took them off so my kids would be more apt to try this hummus. serve with just about anything! we use pita chips, raw veggies, and spread on greek chicken wraps. there are so many variations of hummus, this is just one option. Switch it up with different spices, add some herbs, pine nuts, olives or whatever you’re craving. Nerdy Facts Hummus is made all over the world especially in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean countries. Chickpeas are packed with protein and vitamins as well…

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    Chicken Pho Soup

    February 25, 2020 / 0 Comments

    I have never attempted this soup before but now that I’ve made it, it’s on our dinner list. Spicy and comforting, this soup is full of flavor and yet clean and light. Nerdy Tips Every article I read on making pho suggests using Red Boat Fish Sauce. Charring the ginger and onions will give this soup an authentic flavor. Many people enjoy a splash of Sriracha in their pho. Nerdy Facts Pho is mainly served for breakfast in Vietnam. Pho was influenced by both French and Chinese cuisine. It made its first appearance in the late 1800s. Pho is pronounced “fuh”

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    French Peas

    February 17, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Light and gorgeously green, this dish will brighten any table! Ingredients 1 T olive oil 1 shallot, thinly sliced 1 clove garlic, minced 16 oz frozen or fresh peas 1/4 cup chicken stock 1/4 tsp lemon juice salt & pepper Cook down shallots in oil. Add garlic and sauté for 1 more minute until fragrant. Add peas, stock, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer until peas are tender, about 5 minutes. Top with tarragon butter. Nerdy Fact green peas are loaded with vitamins and contain high levels of heart healthy minerals, such as calcium, potassium and magnesium. 

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    Madame Babineau’s Lavender Honey

    February 17, 2020 / 0 Comments

    This honey smells so divine. I love adding it to my morning Earl Grey tea.  24 hour prep time, 15 mins cook time, makes 1 cup Ingredients 2 Tbsp lavender blossoms  1 cup honey Heat honey until thinned. Stir in lavender. Pour into a container (I used a mason jar) and cover at room temperature for 24 hours. Warm again and strain.  Nerdy Facts lavender is believed to have so many health benefits including being anti-inflammatory, helping with digestive issues and relieving pain. Combined with the antibacterial and sore throat soothing honey and this little infusion packs a powerful punch!  honey is believed to have been consumed by humans since…

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    Avocado Tuna Salad

    February 17, 2020 / 0 Comments

    This is a super easy and fresh lunch or dinner idea. 15 minute prep time, serves 4. Ingredients 10oz canned tuna 1 English cucumber, diced 2 medium avocados, diced 4 stalks celery, diced small red onion, diced 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped 2 Tbsp lemon juice 2 Tbsp olive oil 2 Tbsp mayonnaise 1 tsp garlic powder salt & pepper to taste bread; I used a sturdy Sourdough Mix together all ingredients except Sourdough. Spread onto bread and enjoy!!

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