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Tomato Mozzarella Salad

With Portland’s record breaking heat how are you staying cool? I’m avoiding turning on the stove. I was looking for a light salad for this month’s recipe and found these delicious tomatoes, and fresh basil at the Moreland Farmer’s Market. I mixed them with a little buffalo mozzarella, and a simple dressing of balsamic and olive oil. Try this and let me know what you think in the comments below.

Tomato Basil Mozzarella Salad Recipe

 

Tomato Mozzarella Salad

 

Ingredients:

  • 3 medium tomatoes (or 12 bite sized tomatoes) sliced
  • ½ lb fresh buffalo mozzarella, sliced into bite sized pieces
  • ¼ cup basil leaves
  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 2 tsp. balsamic vinegar
  • 1 clove of garlic, finely chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

  1. In your favorite serving dish, layer tomato slices, cheese slices, and basil.
  2. In a small jar combine oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper. Shake jar to combine dressing.
  3. Sprinkle dressing over tomato and cheese slices, and serve.

Chipotle Sweet Potato Salad Recipe

One of my ladies brought this to a recent potluck (thanks Concetta!) and I loved it so much I am sharing it with you. The combination of smoky spices and bright colors offers a nice change from traditional potato salad. Loaded with fiber, B vitamins, and beta carotene, sweet potatoes pack a nutritional punch. Try this at your next BBQ and let me know what you think in the comments below…

Ingredients:
• 1 ½ lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1 inch pieces
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• Juice from one lime
• 1 tsp chipotle chill powder
• 1 tsp smoked sea salt*
• 1 tsp black pepper
• ½ cup finely chopped red onion
• ¼ cup chopped cilantro

 


Directions:
1. Steam potatoes: Fill a large pot with an inch of water and a pinch of salt. Place steamer basket in pot, and place potatoes into basket. Cover and steam for 7 – 10 minutes (until potatoes are just render when poked with a fork). Remove potatoes, spread them out on a large pan and chill.

2. Make dressing: Mix together mayo, lime juice, chili powder, salt, pepper, onion and cilantro.

3. Once the sweet potatoes have cooled, mix them with the dressing. Adjust seasonings to taste. Chill for a few minutes and serve cold.

*I found smoked sea salt and chipotle chili powder at New Seasons. You may substitute regular sea salt if you like.

 

Anne McCranie is a Portland (Sellwood), Oregon based Personal Trainer and Licensed Massage Therapist. She offers this recipe to tickle your taste buds. Please see your medical professional for specific dietary advice.

Honey Mustard Kale And Cabbage Slaw Recipe

After a week of “vacation eating” last month (“why yes I would like dessert after every dinner thank you!”) I am now back to my more reasonable diet, including lots of fresh fruits and veggies. Try this easy, slightly sweet slaw, and let me know what you think in the comments below.

Honey Mustard Kale and Cabbage Slaw

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper
  • 3 cups mixed kale and red cabbage, shredded
  • 1 carrot, peeled and cut into matchsticks
  • 2 celery stalks, thin sliced
  • 1 small red pepper, thin sliced
  • 1 small green pepper, thin sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, diced
  • 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds
  • 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, mustard, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. In another bowl, combine kale, cabbage, carrot, celery, peppers, parsley, and red onion with sunflower and pumpkin, seeds.
  3. Pour dressing over veggies and toss to coat. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.

Anne McCranie is a Portland (Sellwood), based Personal Trainer and Licensed Massage Therapist. She offers this recipe to compliment your healthy lifestyle. Please see your medical professional for specific dietary advice.

Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal

Looking for a healthy breakfast idea? Try this baked oatmeal recipe and let me know what you think. While it does contain a small amount of sugar (from maple syrup, raisins, and carrots) it is also rich in vitamins, whole grains, fiber, and a little protein from the eggs, nuts, and and dairy.

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These can me made a head and packed to go, and they freeze beautifully.

Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal

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Ingredients:

  • 2 cups oats
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1 egg
  • 4 oz. cream cheese, softened
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 2 Tbsp. coconut oil, melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 cup carrot, grated
  • 1/3 cup raisins

 

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  2. Grease an 8X8 pan with one Tbsp of coconut oil.
  3. In a large bowl, combine oats, walnuts, baking powder, cinnamon and salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, cream cheese, milk, maple syrup, the remaining oil, and vanilla (small lumps are OK).
  5. Add wet ingredients to dry and stir to combine.
  6. Fold in carrots and raisins.
  7. Pour mixture into pan and bake for 30 minutes, or until set.
  8. Let cool for ten minutes, then slice and serve.

 

Anne McCranie is a Portland (Sellwood), Oregon based Personal Trainer and Licensed Massage Therapist. She offers this recipe to tickle your taste buds. Please see your medical professional for specific dietary advice.

Fudgy Date Brownies

It has been a while since I’ve posted a sweet treat and I decided we are in need of chocolate. Here is THE BEST no bake brownie recipe!

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You will need a food processor, an 8×8 pan, and spatula.

 

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups walnuts
  • 2 ½ cups (about 15 – 20) pitted dates
  • 1/2 cup, plus 4 Tbsp. cacao powder (or unsweetened cocoa powder)
  • 2 tsp vanilla, divided
  • ¼ cup, plus 3 Tbsp. maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp. sea salt
  • 2 Tbsp. coconut oil, melted (plus some extra to grease the pan)
  • Optional toppings: 1 Tbsp. walnuts, pinch of flaked sea salt, or pinch of shredded coconut

Directions:

  1. Combine walnuts, dates, 4 Tbsps. cocoa powder, 1 ½ tsp vanilla, 3 Tbsps. maple syrup, and salt in food processor. Blend until all ingredients are incorporated into a smooth paste. Now you have your basic dough.
  2. Lightly grease an 8 inch baking dish. Press dough into dish until evenly distributed.
  3. Now for the icing. In a mixing bowl combine remaining 1/2 cup cocoa, remaining ½ tsp vanilla, ¼ cup maple syrup, and oil. Stir to combine. Spread evenly over brownies.
  4. Refrigerate for 2 hours, then cut into squares.

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∗Your brownies will be delicious just like this. If you want to give them a crunchy topping sprinkle a few walnuts, shredded coconut, and flaked sea salt on top.∗

 

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Anne McCranie is a Portland (Sellwood), Oregon based Personal Trainer and Licensed Massage therapist. She offers this recipe as a “healthier” option to traditional brownies made with flour and refined sugar. Please see your medical professional for specific dietary advice.