Kick Your Morning Oats Up a Notch

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Oatmeal is not only great tasting but great for you. Oats contain both soluble and insoluble fiber and protein. They also provide important minerals. Nutrient-rich oatmeal contains thiamin, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, manganese, selenium, and iron. They are also naturally gluten-free. They have also been known to help people control their weight by helping you feel full because they are full of whole grains. My favorite thing about oatmeal is you can make what you want of them. You can pack them with more protein and vitamins by adding ingredients to them and have a variety of flavors, so you don’t get bored. Below are a few great flavor combinations to try. This isn’t your grandma’s oatmeal.

Cashew Butter, Banana and Unsweetened Coconut Flakes with Organic Honey
Instead of water, cook your oatmeal with cashew milk. It adds fiber and protein while giving it a creamy texture. Add a splash of vanilla extract too. Next, add these great ingredients below for a hearty breakfast full of great flavor.
• 2 tablespoons cashew butter
• 1 tablespoon raw organic Honey
• 1 medium-sized banana sliced
• ¼ cup unsweetened organic coconut flakes

Almond Butter, Raspberry and Chia Seed
Instead of water, cook your oatmeal with almond milk (vanilla, unsweetened). Almond milk is low carb and full of flavor. Then add the ingredients below for a sweet and savory breakfast.
• ¼ cup unsalted, slivered almonds
• ½ cup of fresh raspberries
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• ¼ cup almond butter

Mango, Banana, and honey
Instead of water make your oatmeal with coconut milk. Low carb and low sugar but gives it a slightly sweet taste with a creamy texture. Then add the ingredients below for an oatmeal island treat.
• ¼ cup mangoes, diced
• ½ banana, sliced
• 2 tablespoons organic honey
• 2 tablespoons organic, unsweetened coconut flakes

Kick Salmon Up A Notch

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Salmon is one of those rare foods that’s delicious and healthy. Let’s face it those foods are few and far between. Salmon is an excellent source of high-quality proteins, vitamins and minerals but most importantly it’s loaded with omega-3’s. Despite its naturally great taste, sometimes it can get a little boring, especially if you are trying to work it into your diet on a more regular basis. These salmon toppers below will have you wanting salmon every night of the week!

Horseradish Cream Sauce (makes sauce for four 8oz. fillets)

  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp. white horseradish
  • 1/2 tsp. lemon zest
  • juice from 1/2 a lemon
  • 1/2 cup toasted Panko breadcrumbs

Whisk all the ingredients together, minus the breadcrumbs and refrigerate. After salmon is done cooking, spread sauce over the top. Then top with toasted breadcrumbs.

Honey and Lime Glaze (makes topping for four 8oz. fillets)

  • 6 tbsp. raw honey
  • zest of 1 lime
  • juice from one lime
  • 2 tbsp. Sriracha
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 1 tbsp. freshly grated garlic
  • 1/2 tsp. cracked red pepper
  • 1 tsp. cornstarch

In a small pot, whisk together all the ingredients. Wait for the cornstarch to dissolve. Whisk your glaze over medium heat until it begins to thicken. Pour over your salmon immediately after it comes off the grill or out of the oven.

Mango Salsa ( makes topping for four 8oz. fillets)

  • 1 large mango, pitted and finely diced
  • 1 tbsp. finely diced red onion
  • 1 tbsp. finely diced jalapeno
  • 3 tbsp. lime juice
  • 1/2 cup mandarin oranges, chopped
  • 1 tbsp. of fresh cilantro diced
  • 1/4 cup diced avocado, peeled and pitted

Mix all the ingredients in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap. Let it set in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. Then top your salmon fillets with the salsa. This is also great for fish and shrimp tacos.