Lentil Lime & Quinoa Salad

I've been following the Ultimate Reset this week and it's forced me to get out of my comfort zone and try new recipes. 

Lentils are filling because they are packed with protein and fiber. This Lentil Lime & Quinoa Salad can be eaten as is, or served atop leafy greens.



Ingredients:

1 cup cooked green lentils

2/3 cup cooked quinoa

1 medium carrot, shredded

¼ cup finely chopped fresh parsley

1 green onion chopped

1½ tsp. sesame oil

2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice

Braggs Liquid Aminos 

Himalayan salt (to taste; optional)

¼ tsp. ground cumin (to taste; optional)

Ultimate Reset herbal seasoning blend or fresh herbs like basil and oregano (to taste; optional)

Directions: 

1. Combine lentils, quinoa, carrot, parsley, green onion, oil, lime juice, Braggs Liquid Aminos, salt (if desired), cumin (if desired), and seasoning blend (if desired) to lentils; toss gently to blend.

2. Let salad marinate, covered, in refrigerator for 2 hours before serving.

Enjoy!!

xoxo Laura Jayne ♥

Kitchen Sink Salad

Hey Everyone! It's been a while since I posted a recipe so I have quite a few lined up from my talented cuzzie Taleen.  

So without further ado... I present to you The Kitchen Sink Salad!


It has basically everything in the fridge in one bowl...it's AMAZING trust me. Tangy, sweet and savory all in one bite! 😋
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Ingredients:
🔸3/4 c chicken, shredded or thinly chopped
🔸2 handful of chopped romaine lettuce
🔸1/2 small apple
🔸1/2 small pear
🔸1/2 c cherry tomatoes
🔸1/2 c chopped sweet peppers
🔸1/4 c red quinoa
🔸1/4 c mixed chickpea, pinto and kidney beans
🔸1/3 c plain goat cheese

Dressing - Home-made Dijon vinaigrette:
🔸2 tbsp red wine vinegar
🔸dash of Himalayan salt
🔸1/2 tbsp dijon mustard
🔸dash of pepper
🔸juice of half a small lemon

This recipe is 21 Day Fix APPROVED!
1Y 1B 1P 1R 1G

Enjoy!!

xoxo Laura Jayne ♥

Glowing Green Smoothie Bowl

When I think of a smoothie I usually think of fruits combined with protein. Here is a great way to add some veggies in the mix!

Total Time: 10 min.
Prep Time: 10 min.
Cooking Time: None
Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients:
¾ cup almond milk
1 scoop Vanilla Shakeology
1 cup raw spinach
1 cup ice
¼ large banana, cut into thick slices
1 medium kiwi, peeled, cut into thick slices
2 Tbsp. unsweetened shredded coconut

Preparation:
1. Place almond milk, Shakeology, spinach, and ice in blender; cover. Blend until smooth.
2. Place smoothie in a medium bowl. Top with banana, kiwi, and coconut; serve immediately.

If you're following the 21 Day Fix containers this is 1 Green 1/2 Yellow 1 Purple 1 Red and 1 Orange!

I found this recipe on the Team Beachbody Blog!

Enjoy!!

xoxo Laura Jayne ♥