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Pink Bubblegum Smoothie Bowl: Fight Sugar Cravings & Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth!

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Be Sweet To Your Sweet Tooth

When you’re craving something sweet, that’s your body saying feed me sugar! We don’t have to feel guilty about that, we just have to feed it the right kind of sugar! Fruits in their natural, whole food state, or chock full of fiber, which helps to slow the effects of sugar in the bloodstream, and they’re also loaded with other nutrients that our bodies thrive off of! This sweet treat will hit the spot, without any refined sugar, dairy, or anything else inflammatory that traditional ice cream and desserts contain!

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Pleasing to the palate & a surprise for the eyes

The Original Juicy Fruit

This Bubblegum Bowl has two distinct features—it’s flavor and its color! Jack fruit is said to be where the classic Juicy Fruit bubblegum flavor originated from. Fact or fiction, this tropical fruit totally tastes like a mouthful of my chewy childhood favorite! Jack fruit is ripe with nutrients, including vitamin C, potassium, and magnesium, and what makes it unique amongst the fruits is its higher than normal protein content, with 3g per cup! Fun fact: some vegetarians and vegans use jack fruit as a meat substitute, due to its texture, which is similar to that of shredded meat—think: pulled jack fruit sandwiches (it’s a real thing)!

Clean Fuel

The hubs and I have been making this 6-ingredient smoothie combo on repeat as of late, and it makes for the perfect pre-workout, post-workout, breakfast, or dessert—it’s amazing anytime of day! We always add a scoop of our long-time favorite, SunWarrior Vanilla Warrior Blend protein powder, because it helps to keep us fueled!

Be sure to use discount code EatMoveRest for 20% off on the SunWarrior website! >>>

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Think Pink

Pitaya, also known as dragon fruit, is known for its vibrant pink hue, and can transform any smoothie or dish from blah to beautiful. This fruit has a mild flavor and a texture similar to that of kiwi, due to its tiny, edible, crunchy black seeds inside. Thanks to its antioxidant flavonoids, dragon fruit has been linked to better brain health and a reduced risk for heart disease!

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Pink Bubblegum Smoothie Bowl

This vibrant frozen treat is a delight to the eyes and pleasing to the palate, with its pop of flavor, reminiscent of that of Juicy Fruit bubblegum, thanks to our star ingredient, jack fruit! This tropical fruit is actually said to be the origin of the flavor of our favorite childhood bubblegum, and it’s a lot better for you! This blend will have you thinking pink and feeling fine!

raw vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free

time: 5min // serves: 2 // cal: 800

ingredients:

  • 4 ripe, freckled frozen bananas

  • 1 cup frozen strawberries

  • 1 cup frozen raspberries

  • 7 frozen jack fruit pods (can sub 1 cup frozen mango)

  • 1 frozen Pitaya Plus (dragon fruit) pack (can sub 1 small chunk of raw beet or pitaya, or beet powder)

  • 1 scoop SunWarrior Vanilla Warrior Blend (use discount code EatMoveRest for 20% off!)

  • Splash of water (or liquid of choice)

method:

  1. Place all ingredients into high-speed blender and blend until smooth!

  2. Top with fruit, nuts, and/or seeds of choice and enjoy with a friend or all to yourself!

note:

  • Before blending, you may want to allow your frozen ingredients to thaw for 5-10 minutes or add extra liquid, depending on the quality/speed of your blender.

  • Try this blend with less liquid for a bowl full of “nice cream,” or more liquid for a smoothie on-the-go!

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Treat Yourself

Don’t forget to treat yourself in other ways besides just what’s on your plate! Make it a goal for the next 30 days, to treat yourself in some way, small or large, everyday! I’m thinking…an at home spa bath one night, a 5-minute morning meditation one day, and maybe a dressy date night…you get the idea! Make a list and start checking it off—ready, set, GO!

Designed for your lifestyle,

Erin

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Cauliflower Power Salad

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CRUCIFEROUS VEGGIES FOR THE WIN

We all know that eating more veggies is always a good idea, but cruciferous veggies are of particular importance to our health, due to a phytochemical known as sulforaphane that is activated when we chop and/or chew them.

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Here's a list of the numerous benefits:

  • Cancer-fighting
  • Wards off depression and anxiety
  • Improves cardiovascular function
  • Reduces inflammation & aids in pain management
  • Stabilizes blood sugar & lowers diabetes risk
  • Helps cognitive function & brain health
  • Click here for more studies!
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Get to know your cruciferous veggies at the grocery store:

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  • Broccoli
  • Cauliflower
  • Kale
  • Cabbage
  • Brussels Sprouts
  • Collard Greens
  • Turnips
  • Radishes
  • Arugula
  • Bok Choi
  • ...and the list goes on!

While each cruciferous vegetable contains its own unique vitamins and minerals, in general, this sub-group is high in Vitamins A, C, K, and fiber!

Erin Stanczyk | EatMoveRest | CAULIFLOWER POWER SALAD
Erin Stanczyk | EatMoveRest | CAULIFLOWER POWER SALAD
Erin Stanczyk | EatMoveRest | CAULIFLOWER POWER SALAD

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Cauliflower Power Salad

This Asian-inspired salad is full of color and life! There is no cooking involved in this dish, and in minutes, you'll have a bowl full of cruciferous goodness to feed a crowd! This recipe goes great on a bed of greens, bundled up in a wrap, or all by itself!

vegan, gluten-free, oil-free, low-fat, protein-packed + rainbow-licious

time: 15 min // serves: a crowd

ingredients:

  • 1 head of cauliflower
  • 1 head of broccoli
  • 2 mediums carrots
  • 1 cup red cabbage
  • 1 cup shelled edamame, thawed
  • 4 tablespoons liquid aminos

method:

  1. Break cauliflower into individual florets and pulse in food processor until rice-like consistency is achieved. Be care not to over-process or it will become too watery. Pour into large mixing bowl.
  2. Break broccoli into individual florets and pulse in food processor until a consistency similar to the cauliflower is achieved. Pour into mixing bowl along with cauliflower.
  3. Shred carrots using the food processor "shredding" blade attachment. You can also use a carrot peeler, instead. Pour into mixing bowl along with other ingredients.
  4. Thinly slice red cabbage with a sharp knife or a mandolin. Add to mixing bowl.
  5. Allow shelled edamame to thaw, or place in a strainer and run under hot water until thawed. (Note, do not consume raw soy. All frozen soy is blanched, so it is safe to eat as is). Add to mixing bowl.
  6. Measure out liquid aminos, starting with less, and adding more to taste. Pour over veggies in mixing bowl and mix with hands until evenly coated and dispersed. Enjoy!

notes:

  • This salad is best eaten right after prepared, but will keep in the refrigerator for a day or two.
  • To make this salad soy-free, try using thawed lima beans instead of edamame, and coconut aminos instead of liquid aminos!
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Watch as I chop up this fresh, CauliPower Salad on the EatMoveRest YouTube channel! Be sure to Subscribe, turn Notifications On, give it a Thumbs Up, leave some love in the Comments, & Share with friends & family!


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Raw foods are full of living and active enzymes, and this salad is no exception! Cruciferous veggies will do your body good, so make sure to get them into your diet on the daily! Be sure to share your version of this recipe on Instagram and use the hashtag #EatMoveRest and tag me @ErinStanczyk so I can check it out! 

Until next time, EatMoveRest Your Best!

DESIGNED FOR YOUR LIFESTYLE,

ERIN

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