Berry Protein Smoothie

*makes 1 large or 2 small protein smoothies

Ingredients

1/2 c frozen mixed berries
1/3 c frozen blueberries
1/2 c frozen cherries
1/4-1/2 c frozen roasted beets
1 orange (juiced)
1/4 c apple juice
4-6 scoops hemp protein
2 tsp spirulina
1/2+ c cold water

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend.

Fruit Queen Smoothie

*makes 1 large or 2 small smoothies

Ingredients

1/2 c frozen papaya chunks
1/2 c frozen cherries
1/3 c frozen berries/pomegranate
1 orange, juiced
1/4 c pomegranate juice
1/4 c apple juice
1/4-1/2 c water
optional: 1-2 scoops hemp or other unflavored protein powder

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in blender and blend!

Raw Kale Salad (Co-Op Salad)

* keeps well in the fridge for about 3 days.

Ingredients

1 bunch lacinto kale, sliced in 1/2″ ribbons

1/2 carrots, julienned or shredded

1 small clove garlic, minced

2 tsp jalapeno, minced

2 tbsp walnuts, chopped

2 tbsp pumpkin seeds, roasted and salted

1 tbsp olive oil

1/4-1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp pepper

1/2 tsp dried mint

1/2 tsp dried oregano

1-2 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

  • Combine kale, carrots, jalapeno, and garlic in a medium bowl. Toss with olive oil.
  • Add salt, pepper, and spices. Toss well to mix together.
  • Add lemon juice and toss once more to coat well. Add walnuts and pumpkin seeds, mixing to distribute.

Brown Basmati Rice

Note: You can halve or double this recipe.

Ingredients

1 1/2 c brown basmati rice, rinsed

1/4 tsp salt

2 1/2 c water

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a 2 quart saucepan with a lid.
  2. Bring to a boil, uncovered.
  3. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until water has been absorbed. It will cook better if you do not open the lid to check it often – just once when it has a few minutes left. You may need to add more water, a couple tbsp at a time, and continue cooking a few minutes longer if the rice is still too firm.