The Clean Eating Teen

Chances are you love to snack (come on, you know you do). I mean, who doesn't? And if you say "no" to that, you're probably not human. Even if you snack maybe once a day, it's always a good idea to go for something healthy. But sometimes the best things to snack on can come from something other than a bag or box. That's why today, I'm gonna share with you one my favorite ways to curb the cravings for a crunchy snack. And that recipe is none other than Brussel Sprout Chips! I never thought I would come across a veggie recipes that would combat my love for kale chips. If there's something that anyone needs to know about me, it's that nothing can ever come across me and my kale. But on my list for the top homemade snacks, these chips are definitely right next to it. I know some of you out there are hesitant when you see that these are made from brussel sprouts. And I understand that some of you that are reading this simply are not a fan of ...

Today I'm going to be telling you guys about a very unique vegetable that some of you might not know about. And that vegetable is romanesco! Now if some of you are asking "what in the world is that?", I'm going to give you a quick run-down of what it is and why I love it. I just gotta get the word out on how awesome this stuff is! What Is Romanesco? If you were to take a head of broccoli and decorate it with a beautiful pattern of spirals, then you get an idea of what it looks like. Romanesco is a plant that is from the cauliflower family. Not only does it taste great when incorporated into a dish, but it's just such a beautiful vegetable. I mean, just look at the pattern on it! That's truly a gift from Mother Nature! The taste of it is very similar to traditional cauliflower with a bit of an earthier kick to it. Making it great for eating raw, lightly cooked or roasted in the oven. It's truly a one-of-a-kind and very versatile vegetable. ...

Every once in awhile, there comes a recipe that you make and it just blows you off your feet. Today I'm going to share with you an AIP-friendly, nut free and dairy free recipe that did just that! It's a short post, but I just got to get the word out there about how great this is. One day I was exploring for a unique and creative recipe to use some zucchini we had leftover. Where we live, we get great zucchinis all year round, so it definitely means incorporating them in a lot of different dishes. When I wasn't sure what to make, I happened to stumble across a recipe for "cheese" made out of zucchinis from a blogger I love called A Squirrel In The Kitchen . If you haven't been to her blog, please take a quick trip over to her and check out some of her recipes. Sophie is an autoimmune warrior and passionate foodie, and she makes some really delicious recipes. This one, and many others, are perfect for anyone looking for an AIP-compliant recipe to try. ...

These AIP-friendly egg rolls are perfect for anyone looking for a tasty treat! The skies the limit when it comes to this egg roll recipe because it works with just about anything you have on hand. They are also paleo friendly, gluten free and vegan. Also, this recipe would just not be the same if it wasn’t for the amazing coconut wraps from  Nüco ! When I discovered them and found out how amazing their wraps were, there was no going back for me! Not only do they have a great taste, but are only made with three simple and organic ingredients: Coconut meat Coconut water Coconut oil I’m not kidding, that’s all that goes into these! So if you’re looking for a great product to use, Nüco is the way-to-go. AIP Egg Rolls Ingredients 6 Nüco Coconut Wraps 1 cup napa cabbage 1 cup shredded carrots 1 cup shredded zucchini 1/2 cup kale or greens of choice (bok choy, chard, etc.) 2 tbsp. Braggs Liquid Aminos 2 tbsp. coconut oil Seasonings of choice Instruct...

I cannot stress enough on the importance of knowing where your food comes from. And what better place to get fresh produce then directly from the farm? Nothing makes me happier than seeing where my vegetables come from. If more children got to go to farms and pick their own vegetables, they might be willing to eat more of them. Farm-to-table truly works! When you get to see firsthand the chickens that laid your eggs and the soil that your veggies grew in, then you truly can see the gifts that Mother Nature has given us. We take it all for granted because we eat these things every single day. So today, I’m going to be telling you guys about a local farmer near me who has the BEST vegetables. The name of this wonderful place is  Bountiful Farms .   Bountiful Farms  is a local family owned and operated farm that grow all natural and chemical-free produce. I absolutely enjoy it every time I visit them! Jessica Gentry and her husband Gareth both started as...

There is nothing better than a chewy chocolate treat. Yes, there is… A NO-BAKE chewy chocolate treat! Now in the past I’ve shown my love for bite-sized snacks and desserts, but this recipe takes the experience to another level. This recipe only takes a few natural ingredients, yet taste so incredibly delicious.   All you really need is nuts, dates, and some dark chocolate. Seriously, that’s it! The dates, however, are truly the winner in this treat. And you don’t have to feel limited to just what I’ve put in them, another great thing about this recipe is that so many different things you can add to make these bites. The combination possibilities are practically endless. Sweet, chewy and coated in decadent dark chocolate, these make a great dessert for any occasion. So let’s get started, I’m hungry just writing about it! Chewy Chocolate Cashew Bites Ingredients 1 cup pitted dates 1 cup cashews 1 tsp. honey 1/4 tsp. vanilla extract Pinch of salt Splas...

 I’m so excited to share this new recipe with you guys: Pecan Pie Bites! These festive, pop-in-your-mouth treats will make a great addition to your desserts this holiday season. Another great thing about this is that it only requires a few things and doesn’t require the oven. So for those of you who are in need of a quick thing to whip up for the upcoming holidays, look no further. They will bring bundles of joy! Pecan Pie Bites Write a review Save Recipe Print Ingredients 15 Medjool dates 1 cup pecans Splash of water Touch of vanilla Pinch of salt Instructions Pulse the pecans in a food processor until fine. Then add your dates, vanilla and splash of water and pulse until all of the ingredients are well incorporated Take your mixture and form it into one-inch balls. Place balls onto a lined baking sheet and refrigerate until firm. Enjoy!