If you’re a fan of smoothies with a milkshake-like consistency, this Peanut Butter Blueberry Banana Smoothie is for you! It’s ridiculously thick, has no added sugar, and is made with just 4 basic ingredients!
Servings: 1
Ingredients:
2 Small Frozen Bananas
Approx. 2 Cups Frozen Blueberries
1/2 Cup Plain Nonfat Greek Yogurt
1/2 Cup Cold Water
3 Tablespoons Peanut Butter
Directions:
Blend together all of the ingredients except the peanut butter in your blender of choice
We love fish tacos in this house, and these Crispy Salmon Fish Tacos are an easy and tasty crowd-pleaser! After our recent introduction to deliciously crisp deep-fried salmon, my husband was inspired to incorporate a crispier, breaded, oven baked salmon into this meal and it turned out beautifully: the perfect combination of both crispy and flaky!
When it comes to the toppings, they certainly can be customizable to your preferences, but our tip would be don’t skip the chipotle mayo! It’s a must as it really does tie all of the flavors together.
Servings: 16 tacos (or about 5 servings)
Ingredients:
FOR THE FISH
1.5 lb Salmon
2 Eggs
1 Cup Flour (we used white whole wheat)
1 Cup Panko Breadcrumbs
1 Tbsp Fresh Chopped Cilantro
2 Tsp Smoked Paprika
Sea Salt
Black Pepper
Corn Or Flour Tortillas (corn recommendedfor flavor!)
TOPPINGS (SUGGESTED / TO TASTE)
Squeeze Of Lime
Sliced Avocado
Raw Coleslaw Mix
Sliced Serrano Peppers
Thinly Sliced Radishes
Chipotle Mayo Of Choice
Cilantro To Garnish
Directions:
PREP
Preheat the oven to 425°
Line a baking pan with parchment paper or foil to prevent sticking
Remove the skin from the salmon and cut it into small fillets (about 3” long) and pat dry
Season the fish liberally on both sides with salt and pepper
Mix the flour and paprika in a large plate or shallow bowl
Scramble eggs in a bowl
Mix the Panko with the chopped cilantro in a medium sized bowl
BREAD AND COOK THE FISH
Roll the fillets in the flour mixture until coated evenly on all sides
Dunk and cover the fillets in egg, then gently roll them in the Panko mixture until thoroughly coated
Place the breaded fillets on the pan and bake for 10-12 min at 425° – The fish texture should be flaky with a lightly browned, crispy breading
ASSEMBLE TACOS
Slice the fillets into thin pieces and place in warmed tortillas
Add the squeeze of lime over the fish before other toppings
Top with avocado, coleslaw, radishes, and peppers
Drizzle with chipotle mayo and garnish with cilantro
Thick and creamy like a milkshake, this Banana Cherry Smoothie is super satisfying and refreshing at any time of day! It has the perfect amount of sweetness from the banana and apple juice, the perfect amount of creaminess from the Sunbutter and greek yogurt, AND the perfect amount of rich flavor from the dark cherries. It only takes a few minutes to throw together!
Overnight Oats without the “Overnight” – This Instant Overnight Oats Base is the perfect quick and easy foundation for all of your favorite overnight oats flavors. It’s ready to utilize in only 1 hour!
If you were to cross traditional overnight oats with a chia pudding, the result would be these tasty chilled oats; They’re more creamy and less chewy due to the quantities of yogurt and chia seeds, though the key feature is the use of Quick Oats instead of Old Fashioned Rolled Oats. They absorb liquid much more quickly, readying them for your favorite toppings and mix-ins right away!
If you’ve never done overnight oats before, here are a few flavor ideas:
Stir all of the ingredients together in your container of choice
Cover and refrigerate for approximately 1 hour or until the oats and chia have sufficiently absorbed enough liquid (You will be able to tell, it will appear more solid)
When it comes to super thick smoothies, you can’t go wrong with frozen fruit and lots of peanut butter! This Strawberry Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie is tasty, filling, and oh-so easy!
If you’ve never been a salmon lover, I’m about to change your mind! My Dad didn’t think he liked salmon either, but in 1999, my mom gifted him James McNair’s “Salmon Cookbook”. He took on a combination of recipes, adjusted them to his particular taste, and created the ultimate salmon dinner. Ever since, whenever friends or family come to visit, even those who say they don’t like salmon, he serves up this particular plate and wows them every single time!
Between the butter, lemon, shallots, and super soft texture, the fish will literally melt in your mouth.
–
THE FISH
The book’s “Herb-Roasted Salmon” recipe
Adjustments
-Of all the herbs listed, only dill is used
-He adds extra butter atop the fish in the oven; roughly 4 tablespoons (or to taste!)
-When removing the skin, he also removes the majority of the dark meat along the backbone. Yes, this reduces the Omega 3 content a bit, but it’s the secret to removing the “fishy” taste for those who prefer that!
THE FISH SAUCE
The book’s “Beurre Blanc” recipe
Adjustments
-Instead of letting the majority of the liquid evaporate as indicated, he leaves a bit more of the liquid intact in the pan
SIDES
A Garlic and Olive Oil Couscous (such as the 365 option from Whole Foods)
Grilled Yellow, Orange, or Red Bell Peppers Bell Peppers (in your marinade of choice, such as an Italian dressing)
GARNISHES
Extra dill, lemon slices, and bell pepper tops (or whatever you have on hand!)
–
Based on his dedication to plating the meal perfectly, I think it’s safe to say I know where I got my love of food photography from!
It goes without saying that we all highly recommend the cookbook. It has inspired countless great meals in our house!
Reminiscent of a classic banana and peanut butter combo, this Banana Peach Sunbutter Smoothie is thick and creamy like a milkshake! The addition of the peaches gives it a bit of extra sweetness and bulk but does not compromise the flavor at all. The sweetness of the fruit balances perfectly with the “nutty” flavor of the Sunbutter in this super filling, nutrient-dense, quick and easy meal.
Optional: Honey or sweetener of choice if added sweetness is desired
Directions:
Add the bananas, yogurt, Sunbutter, and water into a blender and blend until smooth
Add in the peaches and blend again until smooth and evenly combined
Taste test, and if you prefer additional sweetness add honey/sweetener to taste and reblend (I personally prefer it less sweet and think it tastes delish as is.)
If somehow you’ve never enjoyed oats before, these Chocolate Chip Banana Protein Oats will convert you after one bite! They’re the perfect combination of dessert-y yet nutrient-dense. They’re also thick and creamy, have loads of added texture from the toppings, and can be whipped up in under 5 minutes!
When I’m in need of quick and easy plus delicious and nutritious, I love coming back again and again to a combination like these Peanut Butter Blueberry Yogurt Bowls. The ingredients are likely items that you have in the refrigerator or pantry already, and certain ingredients can absolutely be substituted for what you have on hand!
The Plain Greek Yogurt – Use whatever variety you love! I enjoy a nonfat option but a full fat choice would be delicious as well.
The Cereal – This is mostly for texture and crunch, but I do really love the flavor profile of a Wheat Squares or Wheat Waffles option. A similar cereal of choice or a granola would work here as well!
The Blueberries – I love the Frozen Wild Blueberries for their small size and the way that the juices melt into the mix, but if you prefer to use fresh give it a go!
The Peanut Butter – I love a peanut butter that includes the taste of salt. For me, having that ever so slight sweet and salty combination makes all the difference, which is why in my particular ratios I tend to go pretty heavy on the peanut butter!
I’ve linked all of my personal brand recommendations within the ingredient list, but the point of this easy peasy meal/snack is that it’s customizable to your preferences!
Falling in between a lighter milkshake and a decadent smoothie, this sweet treat only requires 4 ingredients and makes for such a satisfying snack on a hot summer day! It’s thick and creamy while frozen and icy at the same time, all while packing a nutritional punch with lots of vitamins, protein, and fiber. (For additional creaminess, feel free to substitute a higher fat greek yogurt if that’s your preference!)
