Blueberry Balsamic BBQ Chicken

This recipe for blueberry balsamic chicken is a tasty take on traditional BBQ chicken. The sweet and sour sauce gives every bite a burst of flavor. Great for grilling in the summer!

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a saucepan, combine blueberries, balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper

Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, mashing the blueberries with a fork as they cook

Reduce heat and let the sauce thicken for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat

Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then grill for 6-8 minutes per side or until fully cooked

During the last few minutes of grilling, brush the blueberry balsamic sauce over the chicken, allowing it to caramelize

Remove chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving

Serve the Blueberry Balsamic BBQ Chicken with extra sauce on the side

One Pot Teriyaki Chicken and Pineapple Rice

The tender teriyaki chicken and flavorful pineapple rice in this one-pot dish make for a delicious and filling meal. Great for an easy and quick dinner tonight!

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, diced
• 1 cup uncooked jasmine rice
• 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
• 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
• 1 cup pineapple chunks, drained
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Green onions for garnish optional

Instructions:

In a large skillet or pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat

Add diced chicken thighs and cook until browned

Add diced onion and minced garlic, cook until softened

Stir in jasmine rice, chicken broth, and teriyaki sauce

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover

Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed

Once rice is cooked, stir in pineapple chunks

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Garnish with sliced green onions if desired before serving

Vegan Lentil Walnut Tacos

These vegan lentil walnut tacos are a delicious and satisfying alternative to traditional meat tacos. Packed with protein, fiber, and flavor, they are perfect for a Taco Cleanse meal!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked lentils
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 8 small corn tortillas
• Toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, avocado slices, salsa, lime wedges

Instructions:

Put olive oil in a pan and heat it over medium-low heat

Put in the minced garlic and diced onions and saut until the onions are soft

Add nuts, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, along with the cooked lentils

Keep cooking for another 5 to 7 minutes, stirring every now and then, until the mixture is hot all the way through and the flavors are well mixed

You can warm up the corn tortillas in a separate pan or the microwave

Put some of the lentil and walnut mix on each tortilla

Diced tomatoes, avocado slices, salsa, and a squeeze of lime juice should be put on top

Serve right away and enjoy!

Vegan Baked Gingerbread Mini Donuts

These vegan baked gingerbread mini donuts are perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy treat on a chilly day. They're soft, moist, and bursting with warm gingerbread flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

Set the oven to 350F 175C and heat it up

Use coconut oil to grease a mini donut pan

Put the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a bowl and mix them together with a whisk

Put the molasses, vanilla extract, almond milk, and melted coconut oil in a different bowl

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ones and mix them together just until they are mixed

Fill up each mini donut pan cavity about three quarters of the way to the top with batter

Bake the donuts for 10 to 12 minutes, or until a toothpick stuck in one comes out clean

Take it out of the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes

Then, move it to a wire rack and let it cool all the way down

Powdered sugar or a simple icing made from powdered sugar and almond milk can be used to sprinkle the donuts after they have cooled down

Quick Vegan Enchilada Sauce

One-minute vegan enchilada sauce that is quick and easy to make from scratch. Great for giving your favorite enchiladas or other Mexican-style dishes more flavor.

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 can 15 oz tomato sauce
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat

Add minced garlic and saut until fragrant, about 1 minute

Sprinkle flour over the garlic and whisk to combine, cooking for another minute

Stir in chili powder, cumin, oregano, paprika, and cinnamon until spices are fragrant, about 1 minute

Add tomato sauce and vegetable broth, whisking until smooth

Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens

Season with salt to taste

Remove from heat and use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week

Green Powerhouse Smoothie

This green smoothie is full of antioxidants and vitamins that will give you energy and make you feel good.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup spinach
• 1/2 cup kale
• 1 banana
• 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 cup water

Instructions:

Combine all ingredients in a blender

Blend until smooth and creamy

Pour into a glass and enjoy!

Keto BLT Salad

The classic BLT sandwich is turned into this Keto BLT Salad, which is low in carbs. This salad tastes so much like the real thing! It has crunchy lettuce, tasty bacon, and juicy tomatoes all tossed in a creamy Dijon dressing.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
• 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Put chopped romaine lettuce, crumbled bacon, and cherry tomatoes in a large bowl

To make the dressing, mix the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl with a whisk

Give the salad a good stir after adding the dressing

Add pepper and salt to taste

Serve right away and enjoy!