Easy and Great Tasting Protein Balls

These are the BEST protein balls! I make a batch and store them in the freezer and take one out when I need one.

500 g dates

1 cup water

200g LSA (linseed – sunflower seed – almonds)

3 scoop Chocolate protein powder

150 g desiccated coconut

2 tablespoons cacoa powder

3 tablespoons tahini

Place the dates and water in a saucepan and place over medium heat until soft and water has been evaporated. Allow the dates to cool. Place all the ingredients into a food processor and mix together until the mix comes together. Roll the mixture into balls and place onto grease proof paper and place in fridge. May I also suggest to place some in the freezer as they taste really good on a hot day!

These are gluten free, low gi, protein and omega 3!

Green Tea X50

I recently purchased this product to see what all the hype was about! I originally took just one serve a day but increased it to the two serves as suggested on the pack to help with weight loss. I was keen to see if it could live up to its promise of increased energy, as well as a detox for my insides and a way to speed up metabolism to help with weight loss. From the first day I took it I noticed how much more alert I was, even after a hard day at work! I also have noticed that I am flushing out more toxins with more visits to the ladies, which as much as its annoying I also see it as a good thing! It's too early for the feedback on weight loss but I am not really too worried about that part. All in all I am very happy with the benefits I have received so far and have found ways to incorporate the tea into my everyday routine. I purchased the multi flavor pack that has raspberry, tropical and original and don't mind the tastes of all three. The original I have mixed with my protein smoothie and it tasted great! 

SO here is a list of what yo can expect from Green TEA X50

Why is GreenTeaX50 the best for you? Because GreenTeaX50….

• Stimulates metabolism, promotes a weight loss detox, weight maintenance, helps burn body fat
• Each serve is the antioxidant equivalent of up to 20 cups of green tea & 25 glasses of red wine
• Reduces Visceral and subcutaneous fat
• Boosts energy, detox and cleanses liver & kidney
• One of natures most potent antioxidants with over 200 health benefits
• Improves & regulates cholesterol levels
• Helps lower blood pressure
• Diabetic friendly. Low GI, Sugar free and aspartame free. Sweetened with Xylitol
• Increases insulin activity, helps prevent insulin resistance & blocks glucose absorption
• Boosts immune system
• Highly concentrated blend of green tea & resveratrol

To find out more or to purchase a box see the guys in at HF World of Supplements, inside Health and Fitness World Launceston, 69 Williams Street. Or check out the facebook page HF World of Supplements 

Re Hashed Clean Chocolate Mousse!

Ok so I have been playing around with my Clean Chocolate mousse and have come up with a slightly different version!

3 tsp coconut freeze dried water
1 cup water
2 Avocados
2 bananas
1/4 cup cacao powder
2 tsp vanilla powder
2 tsp coconut oil melted
1 and 1/2 cups dates ( combine dates with 3/4 cup water in a saucepan and cook over medium heat until water is absorbed. Allow dates to cool completely

Combine all ingredients together in a food processor and whizz till all combined. Allow to cool in fridge for approx. 2 hours.

Enjoy!

Quick Healthy Snack

Ok so I am the worlds worst sweet tooth by a long way! I could easily finish a family size block of chocolate ( which I must say I ain't proud if) but when a sugar hit is needed it's needed!!! Today I was starving and had just finished a big gym session and was looking for a hit!!! So I came up with this new wonder that's going to become a staple to eat from now on when I get sugar crave!
Ingredients
1 medium size banana
1 tsp Loving Earth raw organic coconut chocolate butter
3 tbs light Greek yogurt
2 Vita Wheat lunch slices ( I chose the sunflower, oats and chia)
The how to
Mash the banana in a small bowl then add the coconut chocolate butter and Greek yogurt, mix till combined together.
Spread over the Vita Wheat and enjoy!!!!!
Side Note
You could also eat the mixture without the biscuits, especially if you want something sweet that's at least clean!!!!

YUMMMMMM!!!!!!!

CLEAN Chocolate Mousse

This is the best ever chocolate mousse I've tasted, and its clean!!!!!!
Ingredients
1 avocado
1/2 cup raw cacao powder
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp vanilla bean powder
1/2 tsp stevia
1/2 tsp freeze dried organic coconut water powder
1/2 cup water
1 tsp coconut oil
6 dried dates
1 medium sized banana
The How To
Put all the ingredients into a food processor and zap till well combined.
Place the mousse into a plastic container with air tight lid and leave for at least 2 hours to chill.
Serve with sliced banana, mixed berries or if your a chocolate lover eat it straight!

Gluten and Dairy Free Buckwheat Pancakes

Today we experimented with buckwheat and made some pancakes!

Ingredients

1 cup buckwheat flour
2 tablespoons coconut sugar
1 teaspoon gluten free baking powder
1 egg
Pinch salt
1 cup unsweetened almond milk

The How To

In a bowl combine the buckwheat flour, coconut sugar, baking powder and salt, combine together and make a well in the middle of the mixture.
Next add the milk to the middle of the well and the egg, use a whisk to combine.
Heat a frypan on the stove at a medium heat, and give it a light spray of olive oil. Add 1/4 cup of the mixture to the pan and cook one side, then flip and cook the other.



Ideas for Topping

1 cup light Greek yogurt, 1 scoop protein powder, and 1/2 cup raspberries : Mix the yogurt and the protein together and half the berries. Place on top of the pancake and finish with the remaining berries.

Almond, brazil and cashew spread on the top and a dollop of Greek yogurt.

Cut a banana up with some Greek yogurt.

The ideas are endless!

Zucchini Bread

So much zucchini this time a gluten free zucchini bread!




Ingredients
450 g grated zucchini
4 eggs (large)
Pinch of salt
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon nutmeg
1/4 cup Rice bran oil
2 teaspoons gluten free baking powder
3 cups Almond mill
1 cup coconut sugar

The How To
Preheat oven to 160 degrees for fan forced or 180 degrees for convection.
Combine zucchini, eggs, oil, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt into a bowl. Mix till combined.
Add the almond mill, baking powder and coconut sugar and mix till combined.
Prepare a loaf tin with spray and line with baking paper.
Place mix into prepared tin and cook between 1 and 1/2 hours or until a skewer inserted comes out clean.
Remove from oven and leave in pan for an hour to cool, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store in an air tight container.

Kale Chips

Over the weekend I picked up some fresh Kale and decided to give making my own chips as a health alternative seeing the loving earth brand are some yummy!



Ingredients

Fresh bunch of Kale
Olive oil
Season All
Dried Garlic Flakes

The How To

Wash and rinse the kale. I put mine in a salad spinner then left it over night to fully dry.
Line a baking tray with grease proof paper.
Add the kale and drizzle olive oil over the top and sprinkle with the Season All and onion flakes.
Place in a pre heated oven of 160 for a fan forced for about 10-15 minutes.
Remove trays from oven and allow to fully cool. Once cooled store in air tight containers.
Result is a healthy crunchy low calories replacement to chips!

Other Stuff
My kids seem to be allergic to anything healthy so I have chopped up the kale chips and added to burgers and can even add them to the zucchini fritters!

Zucchini Frittatas

Well we were given a massive zucchini and I have been determining what we could make and decided on 'Zucchini and Sweet Potato Frittata'


Ingredients

300g finely grated zucchini
200g finely grated sweet potato
3 eggs
3 spring onions
2 tablespoons freshly chopped basil
1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
1 tablespoon Season All
1 cup almond mill
1 cup brown rice flour

The How To

Grate the sweet potato and the zucchini and squeeze out the excess water. Put it into a strainer to continue removing excess water.
Add all the ingredients except the flour. Mix together.
Gradually add the flour 1/4 cup at a time to get it to a good consistency so it binds together.
Heat a frypan and add a little olive oil and place a good tablespoon of mixture to the pan. Cook for approx. 2 minutes each side so that it is lightly golden on each side.
Serve with salad or as a burger in a roll with salad!

Other Ideas
You might like to make it non vegetarian by adding shredded ham or grated cheese.

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