Asian Cucumber Salad

So I was challenged to try some things, AGAIN, that I just don't like, foodwise.  I give you the CUCUMBER.  I detest them.  Or at least did.  

The texture, the taste...ALL of it...truly vehement!! 

Funny thing is I ate pickles for as long as I remember but raw cucumbers..no bueno!!  So I got creative in my kitchen and this is what I came up with:

Asian Cucumber Salad.  It is DEElish!!!

Here is the recipe:

4 cups thinly sliced cucumbers (I used baby cukes)

1/3 cup thinly sliced onion

1/4 cup rice wine vinegar

1/2 tsp toasted sesame seed oil

dash red pepper flakes

fresh grind of pepper and salt

2 green onions, chopped

1 teaspoon honey

Add onions & cukes to bowl.  Stir together remaining ingredients and pour over veggies.  Eat right away or let marinate overnight. Seriously ADDICTIVE!!

Let me know if you give this quick recipe a try and how you like it.  I see lots and lots of bowls of this being made this summer!  

Warm Beet Salad

I am sure most of you lead busy lives just like me.  And if you are also like me, when you are hungry you are hungry NOW!  That is where this recipe comes in handy because it literally takes less than 5 minutes to whip this up.  I just inhaled a Hugh Jass version for my second meal today and mmmm, it was divine!!  

This is a staple here in the Kennedy house!  Let me know if you try it and how you like it!  

Here are the ingredients: 2 cups Mesclun greens 1 cup warm cooked beets (I cooked a pot 2 days ago and had extras in fridge) 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds 2 tablespoons Feta, crumbled Layer these in an open bowl or plate.   Dressing:  In small bowl mix together 1 teaspoon grainy mustard, 1 teaspoon olive oil and 1 - 1.5 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar.  Mix with fork.   Drizzle over salad. Dig in and enjoy!

Hot Buffalo Chicken Dip

Hot Buffalo Chicken dip...HELLO! 

Any 21 Day Fixers in the house? Hammer & Chiseler's? I just made this up for lunch...was trying to be creative. Lord. Heyseus....this is amazing! This is the perfect portion controlled way to enjoy a better version of something not usually so healthy!

1/2 red of 0% greek yogurt (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 red chopped chicken (about 1/2 cup)
1 tablespoon of salsa
1/2 tablespoon of minced onion
Hot sauce to taste (I used Franks Sriracha)
A smidge of fresh cracked pepper and sea salt

Mix altogether and put in an ovenproof bowl. Bake for 15 minutes at 3:50. Dig in!
I serve mine with a side of snap peas! Enjoy! 

**Last few minutes of baking top with a little grate of cheddar cheese if desired.  A little goes a long way!

Chocolate & Salted Caramel Overnight Oats

"Oh I, I just died in your arms tonightttttt.....". (Thank you Cutting Crew)  Yep I sang that after eating this for brekkie earlier this week.  Dead.  Died.   It was THAT good!

This is freaking fast to whip up and even better to savor in the A.M.

Here is what you will need:
1/2 cup unsweetened cashew milk (or milk of your choice)
1/4 cup 0% greek yogurt
1 Tablespoon cacao powder 
1/2 scoop vanilla protein powder (if you have another flavor that marries well, please feel free to use it)
1/2 cup old fashioned oats
splash of Salted Caramel sugar free syrup (OR use a splash of caramel extract, a dash of Himalayan Pink salt and one packet of Stevia)

Add all ingredients to bowl, mix til blended then cover and refrigerate overnight.  Stir gently in the morning, top with 1 teaspoon of mini chocolate chips (I use Lily's) and dig in!

What is your favorite breakfast?  I'd love to hear in comments!

Pumpkin Spice Mug Cake

This was SO darn perfect for a little bit of a sweet tooth craving, while still staying within the parameters of my nutrition plan. Yep, Oh Happy Freakin' Day!  Healthy is NOT boring my people!

First you are going to need a Hugh Jass mug, and give it a light mist of coconut oil. 

Then add all these ingredients to the mug:
1 Tablespoon oat flour
1 Tablespoon coconut flour
1 Tablespoon almond flour
Small sprinkle of each: cinamon, nutmeg, ginger & cloves
dash of salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 heaping Tablespoon pumpkin puree
1 large Egg white
1 Tablespoon of cashew milk (or milk of your choice)

1.  Mix all these together til smooth.
2.  Drop in the center 1 teaspoon of almond butter and push it down into batter.
3.  Top with one teaspoon of mini chocolate chips (I use Lily's)
4.  Microwave for about 45-50 seconds.
5.  Inhale.  Smile on the inside.  You are welcome! :-)

Kicked Up Zucchini Boats

I was wanting to whip up a boats recipe for 3 days and was trying to find one that I saw on someone's Facebook wall.  I had no luck and grew impatient, so I whipped my own concoction up. It.  Was.  WICKED!

If you are 21 Day Fixin' it, here is the breakdown for each 1/2 of the boat, based on the size zucchini I chose:
3 GREEN (salsa & zucchini) homemade salsa is all veggies, no sugar, FYI
1 BLUE (cheese)
1 RED (turkey filling)

So here is the down low on ingredients and prep.  First preheat your oven to 400 degrees.

You will need:  

Turkey taco filling (see below)
Shredded cheese of your choice
1 large zucchini
Wendy's Bitchin' Salsa (click link for recipe)

Filling:
1 pound ground turkey
1/2 medium onion, diced
2 cloves of garlic, minced

Put these in a fry pan over med high heat to start to sautee then about at the 1/2 way done point I just threw in these spices:
Chili powder
cumin
smoked paprika
coriander
oregano
Sea salt
fresh cracked pepper

I did not measure, but I will say about 1 teaspoon of each for estimation sake.

Finish frying til meat is fully cooked.  Remove from heat. 

Cut zucchini in 1/2 lengthwise and with a melon baller (a spoon will do too), scrape the soft inside seedy part out.  The nastiest part...haha!!  Spray a baking dish with olive oil.  Set the zucchini in pan skin side down, and give the 2 halves a light mist of olive oil.

Take about 1 1/2 cups of your turkey taco filling (yes there will be some left over...make a salad with it tomorrow!) and put in a bowl with 1 cup of Wendy's Bitchin' Salsa.  Mix together and divide mixture between the two zucchini halves.  

Cover with foil and bake in oven for 25 minutes.  Remove foil, sprinkle with cheese and return to oven, uncovered for the last 5 minutes.  Remove from oven and TOTALLY dig in and enjoy! 

Red Velvet Coconut Flour Pancakes

These were so darn amazing!  They take less than 2 minutes to whip up and they totally deliver every time.

PSSstttt:  You are welcome.  :-)

I could definitely eat these every day!  NOMSSS!!

Here is the recipe:

2 tablespoons oat flour
3 tablespoons of coconut flour
sprinkle of salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 packets of stevia
1 tablespoon cocoa powder

Mix all dry ingredients together, then add in :
1/4 cup 0% greek yogurt
1/4 cup egg whites
 little splash of red velvet bakery emulsion (I found this randomly at Winners)

Mix together for about 15 seconds..mixture will be SUPER thick.  Do not add extra liquid.

Spray a pan over med high heat with coconut oil.  Divide batter to make 3 pancakes.  Use the back of spoon to flatten them down a bit (they will rise and be fluffy!).  BE PATIENT! You also may want to adjust the temperature down if it is getting too hot. Do not try to rush flipping these.  AND the pancakes are super delicate, so using a thinner spatula is ideal to flip.

Top with your fave nut butter and syrup (I use Walden's).  Stick the forchette in and enjoy!!

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I want to give someone a chance to help themselves.  I want someone who really needs to make some changes with their nutrition and fitness to take this prize home!  I want to simply share with one person how amazing and simple making positive changes can be.  I want to pay it forward.

This contest will run from June 5th to June 30th.  I will pick the winner on July 1st...Canada day here in the great White North.

The rules are simple:
1.  You must not already be working with another Team Beachbody coach OR you cannot be a coach yourself.
2.  You must sign up for the free membership portion at my page here (click the JOIN link):  www.beachbodycoach.com/WendyKennedy
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What is the 21 Day Fix?

I am so glad you asked!

They say it takes 21 days to form a new habit and that is just what we are going to accomplish!  The 21 Day Fix is a hot topic these days and for good reason!

The 21 Day Fix program takes the guesswork out of weight loss. It's a unique portion-control system combined with easy-to-follow 30 minute workouts that fit into anyone's busy schedule.

Trainer Autumn Calabrese shares her passion for food and fitness as she shows you how to make simple choices that takes those question marks out of food AND fitness.

This program really gets me fired up because on any given day the thing most of my clients say they struggle with is food.  How much?  When?  How many calories? Am I getting enough protein, enough veggies?  GAH...it is STRESSful!

On February 17th you can be part of a group that will take this head on and learn how to manage all of that!  I am hosting just a smaller, intimate group and honestly not everyone that applies will be accepted.  I am looking for an honest answer when I ask, "Why do you want to be part of this group"?  I want people who have a burning desire for change and are really ready for this to be YOUR moment.

I will be with you the entire 21 days, to motivate you, to help keep you on track, keep you accountable, be there to answer questions and be your back up and cheerleader!  This will all take place in a private online support group.

This is not free.  The cost is $140.00.

Serious applicants only.

Let's go into an amazing summer armed with the best you possible!

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