Protein Energy Balls

A favorite with my kiddos.  My son refers to them as "donuts".  I suppose because they look like donut holes.  They are packed with fiber, protein, and omega fatty acids.  Easy to make, store, and grab on the go...you can't go wrong with these tasty bites!

1 cup of rolled oats milled into a course flour
1-2 very ripe mashed bananas or red bananas
1-2 servings of protein powder (I use Vega)
1 Tbsp of chia seeds
1 Tbsp of almond butter

*Mix together until all ingredients incorporated.  Roll into balls.  Refrigerate and enjoy!
 

Gluten Free Oatmeal Banana Cookies

This is a ridiculously simple and healthy treat, one that the whole family will enjoy!  To make it gluten free, choose all gluten free ingredients.

• 2 cups of rolled oats
• 4 very ripe and mashed bananas
• Fun add-ins: chia seeds, chocolate chips, dried fruits, nuts, and sunflower seeds

Bake at 350 degrees for 13-15 minutes.  Let cool and enjoy!

Sweet Potato Quinoa Pot Luck

By: BW

I am happy to share one of my all-time favorite dishes.  You can eat this as a stand alone meal or add to a family-sized salad.

2 cups quinoa
4 cups broth or water
*Bring to a boil then cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

• While the quinoa is simmering, toss mushrooms and onions together and bake for 15-20 minutes at 350 degrees.
• Chop precooked chicken and precooked sweet potatoes (you can also use butternut squash).
• Once the quinoa is cooked, add all in ingredients together, stir, and sprinkle with fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.  VOILA!

Almond Butter Balls

Almond Butter Balls
1 jar raw almond butter
1/2 cup raw oats
2 heaping Tbsp chia seeds
2 Tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut
1 Tbsp raw honey OR maple syrup
**1-2 scoops vanilla protein powder

Combine all ingredients and mix together. Make little balls and place them in the freezer. Great snack on the go, and kids literally go "nuts" for them!

 **(I use "energy first" vanilla whey protein. It's low fat, low sugar, and made from grass fed cows, hormone and anti-biotic free, no added sugar)
www.energyfirst.com

**For those that do not consume whey protein, Vega proteins are a great option.

Sunflower Brownies

Sunflower Brownies

2 cups sunflower seeds ground into flour
1 cup oats or raw quinoa ground into flour
1/2 cup raw cocoa powder
3/4 cup maple syrup
2 tsp baking powder
1 Tbsp vanilla
Pinch of sea salt
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup Chocolate chips (optional)

Blend all the ingredients for 2-3 minutes. Stir in chocolate chips. Pour into a greased 8x8 pan. Bake at 350° for 30 min. They may be a little gooey. Do not overbake. They will need to cool for 30-45 minutes.

Enjoy!