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Honey Roasted Granola and Berry Yogurt

Whew! It has been a super busy last couple of months! With the covid pandemic, increasing hospital demands, and the everyday stresses of life we have all been very busy.

When things get busy, it can be difficult to maintain a healthy balanced diet. This takes time, preparation, and intentionality. In these busy moments, it is best to keep it simple and easy.

Check out this quick, easy, and healthy go to breakfast or lunch to keep you full and satisfied in between those busy moments. The greek yogurt can be a bit tart, but the balance of berries and granola add a texture and sweetness that is very complimentary.

Additionally, this meal is packed full of proteins and vitamins that will energize you to attack the rest of your day. So check it out and let me know what you think!

Check out our previous post of oatmeal blueberry cobbler for another quick and easy breakfast recipe!

Honey Roasted Granola and Berry Yogurt
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Honey Roasted Granola and Berry Yogurt

Recipe by Dr. Aubrey J. GrantCourse: Breakfast, Vegan, VegetarianDifficulty: Easy
Prep time

5

minutes
Cooking time

5

minutes
Total time

2

minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup of your favorite Greek Yogurt

  • 1 handful of blueberries

  • 1 handful of raspberries

  • Honey Roasted Granola

  • Honey to taste

Directions

  • Pour a hearty helping of your favorite greek yogurt into bowl
  • Top with berries
  • Top with granola
  • Add honey to taste
  • Enjoy!

in Breakfast· Vegan· Vegetarian

Blackberry Cobbler Oatmeal

  • Blackberry Cobbler Oatmeal Bowl
    Hearty and delicious blackberry cobbler oatmeal bowl. Great for a tasty treat for those cold early winter mornings.

Look at this blackberry cobbler oatmeal! Doesn’t it look amazing. Trust me it tastes just as good as it looks.

The best thing about this recipe is that its quick, easy, and can definitely transform your morning routine. All together, this recipe takes about 10 minutes to put together, so try this recipe out when you are in a hurry but still looking for something nutritious. This recipe could also be prepared the night before if needed.

Looking for more quick and easy breakfast recipes? Check out our previous post on Avocado toast!

Nutrition Benefits

This recipe for blackberry cobbler oatmeal is not only sweet and delicious but also very nutritious. Oatmeal has so many health benefits and should be a staple in your diet. Not only does it have a great glycemic index making it great for diabetics, but it also has benefits on cardiovascular disease, mortality, and stroke risk

Blackberries are also very nutritious. They are packed full of Vitamin A, C, and K making them great for fighting off germs during cold and flu season. Blackberries are also packed full of antioxidants to keep your body in peak condition.

So check out this guilt free delicious recipe to help power you through the early winter mornings!

Don’t these flavors make your mouth water?

Blackberry Cobbler Oatmeal
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Blackberry Cobbler Oatmeal

Recipe by Dr. Aubrey J. GrantCourse: BreakfastCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

2

servings
Prep time

2

minutes
Cooking time

10

minutes
Calories

400

kcal
Total time

12

minutes

Sweet and hearty oatmeal to keep warm on early winter mornings.

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup of your favorite oatmeal

  • 1/4 Cup Almond milk

  • ½ Cup Blackberries

  • 2 Tsp Vanilla Extract

  • Cinnamon to taste

  • ½ Cup of vanilla granola

  • 1 Tsp honey

Directions

  • Make oatmeal per given instructions on package.
  • Mix together almond milk and vanilla extract.
  • Add cinnamon to taste.
  • Top oatmeal with blackberries, granola, and honey.

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Avocado Toast Four Ways

Oatmeal, grits, cereal, and fruits are all great breakfast options, but you know they can get old pretty quickly. For many of us, its super important that breakfast foods are quick, easy, healthy, and transportable. Insert Avocado Toast 🙂 This quick, cheap, and easy breakfast will keep you full for hours and is super simple to prepare. If you prepare the toppings the night before, this meal can be made in less than 5 minutes. Additionally, pair it with multi-grain whole wheat toast and you are sure to get great nutritional value. 

Also, you can top your avocado with just about anything. Don’t like strawberries? Consider topping your toast with healthy pomegranate seeds or smoked chickpeas. The options are endless and the nutritional value is plentiful.

Health Benefits of Avocado Toast! 

Avocados are also packed with monounsaturated fats (good fat) which do wonders to help reduce your LDL (bad fat) levels! Check this link to learn about more of the health benefits of avocado! 

When I am on the wards and need a quick and hearty meal to help power through hours and hours of rounds, avocado toast is my go to recipe for fuel and health. My favorite is topped with smoked salmon! What’s yours??? Comment below and tell us how you like your toast. 

Avocado Toast 4 Ways
Serves 4
Avocado Toast 4 different ways
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Prep Time
5 hr
Cook Time
5 hr
Total Time
10 min
Prep Time
5 hr
Cook Time
5 hr
Total Time
10 min
Ingredients
  1. 3 Avocados
  2. 4 pieces of bread, lightly toasted
  3. 1 group vine tomato
  4. 1 egg, pan fried
  5. 2 oz smoked salmon
  6. 2 strawberries
Instructions
  1. Lightly Toast bread
  2. Open avocado and mash together in small bowl
  3. Top Avocado on bread
  4. Top Avocado toast with diced strawberries, tomatoes, fried egg, and smoked salmon!
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in meal prep· Vegan

Peanut Sesame Zoodles with Crispy Tofu

Pasta is hearty, wonderful, and often gives you that feeling of content. Pasta is also packed with carbohydrates that can increase your blood sugars and pack on some weight. Zucchini noodles, aka Zoodles, are a great alternative that give you the pasta taste without the pasta regret. Check out this quick and easy prescription below for a great meal prep recipe. 

Peanut Sesame Zoodles with Crispy Tofu
Serves 4
Quick and easy vegan zoodles recipe full of flavor and nutrition
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Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
15 min
Total Time
35 min
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
15 min
Total Time
35 min
Peanut Sesame Sauce
  1. 1/2 cup peanut butter
  2. 1/3 cup sesame oil
  3. 1/3 cup light low sodium soy sauce
  4. 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  5. 2 tablespoons sugar
  6. 1 clove garlic, minced
  7. 1 knob of fresh ginger, peeled and grated
  8. 12 ounces extra firm tofu
  9. 1 cup corn starch
  10. 2 zucchini
Instructions
  1. Toss the sauce ingredients in the food processor until blended and smooth. Set Aside.
  2. Remove Tofu from package and liquid. Place on paper-towel and place heavy item on top to press excess moisture out of the tofu. This should take 5-10 mins.
  3. Once moisture is removed, cut into bite sized pieces.
  4. Toss Tofu pieces with cornstarch
  5. Heat a tiny bit of oil in a nonstick pan. Add the tofu and stir fry until golden brown.
  6. Add about 1/2 cup sauce and simmer until the sauce starts to evaporate
  7. gently flip the tofu so all parts are covered
  8. Spiralize your zucchini and toss with about 1/4 cup sauce per serving.
  9. Top with tofu and serve immediately.
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