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Spirulina Energy Bars

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Spirulina Energy Bars

Spirulina Energy Bars

Spirulina is a blue-green algae that's rich in vitamins, minerals, and carotenoids (antioxidants that can help protect cells from damage). It's also a great source of protein.
5 from 1 vote
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Course Snack
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup raw cashews
  • 1 cup roughly chopped dates, tightly packed
  • ¼ cup raw sunflower seed kernels
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened coconut flakes
  • 2 tablespoons spirulina powder

Instructions
 

  • Mix ingredients in a food processor or blender for about 45 seconds, or until a ball is formed. Press into an 8 x 8-inch baking dish. Use your hands to flatten, pressing dough to edges.
  • Place in a refrigerator for 1-2 hours before cutting into 2 x 2 1/2-inch bars. Store in a sealed container in refrigerator.
  • Yield: 12 servings (serving size: 1 bar)

Notes

  • If you don't have spirulina (or simply don't like it), you can omit that ingredient and still have great-tasting bars.

Banana-Coconut Ice Cream

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banana-coconut ice cream

Banana-Coconut Ice Cream

I grew up in a family that considers ice cream to be a necessary food group, so you can understand why it's one of my weaknesses. As I've gotten older, though, I simply don't (and can't) indulge as often as I did in the past. I've found a way to enjoy this tasty treat without all the sugar and empty calories. This recipe is a breeze to make and completely Daniel Fast friendly. It's especially wonderful on a hot, summer day, but, honestly, it will work just fine ANY time of the year.
4.75 from 16 votes
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Course Dessert, Snack
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

  • 2 14-ounce cans coconut milk
  • 2 bananas, peeled, sliced
  • ¼ cup Date Honey (or 6-7 soaked dates, drained)

Instructions
 

  • Place ingredients in a food processor or blender. Mix until smooth. Place in a covered glass bowl in freezer 5-6 hours or until firm (but not solid). If the mixture gets too hard, set it out on the kitchen counter to thaw until soft enough to serve.
  • Yield: 12 servings (serving size: 1/2 cup)

Notes

  • If using whole dates instead of Date Honey, soak dates in ¼ cup water. Let sit at room temperature 2 hours or until softened. Drain water and place dates in food processor with coconut milk and bananas. Process until smooth, and freeze.
  • To add a strawberry flavor, mix in 2 cups sliced strawberries.

Fennel-Carrot Juice

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Fennel-Carrot Juice

Fennel, also known as anise, tastes like licorice and is crunchy and slightly sweet. It's composed of a white bulb, which is attached to stalks. The stalks are topped with feathery green leaves near which flowers grow and produce fennel seeds. The bulb, stalk, leaves and seeds are all edible. Often featured in Italian cuisine, fennel is a versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed raw, cooked, or juiced. The texture is similar to that of celery, but fennel is much more flavorful. You can usually find it in stores from autumn to early spring. The health benefits of fennel are: Excellent source of vitamin C. High in fiber. Contains good amounts of potassium, folate, and iron. Soothes digestive issues. Helps treat anemia.
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Course Drinks
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 4-5 large carrots, unpeeled
  • 1 fennel bulb with stalks

Instructions
 

  • Wash produce well. Feed into juicer, and discard pulp.
  • Yield: 2 servings (serving size: 8 ounces or 1 cup)

Garden Fresh Vegetable Juice

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garden fresh vegetable juice

Garden Fresh Vegetable Juice

Make your own V-8 juice (but without all the sodium). If you're new to juicing, be advised that this recipe is NOT sweet. It's always a challenge to make a 100% vegetable juice taste good. This one, though, is better than most because the fresh herbs add some nice flavor. No, it won't be as yummy as fresh juices that contain fruit, but it's packed with many nutrients that your body needs.
2.39 from 13 votes
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Course Drinks
Servings 1

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ripe tomatoes
  • 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
  • 2 stalks celery
  • 1 cup chopped red cabbage
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, lightly packed
  • 6 basil leaves

 

South Pacific Sunrise Juice

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South Pacific Sunrise

South Pacific Sunrise

Any recipe that includes kiwifruit always makes me think of New Zealand. I've been there twice, once in 1992 and again in 1994. Both trips were special times in my life. The second trip, though, was where I fell in love with my husband. If I could only use one word to describe the New Zealand landscape, I would say breathtaking. If you ever get the opportunity to travel there, you should. In the meantime, though, enjoy this delicious juice.
3.80 from 5 votes
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Course Drinks
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Fuji or Gala apples, unpeeled, cored, cut into slices
  • 2 large carrots, unpeeled
  • 2 kiwifruit, unpeeled, halved
  • 2 cups spinach leaves, packed

Instructions
 

  • Yield: 2 servings (serving size: 8 ounces or 1 cup)
  • Wash produce well. Feed into juicer and discard pulp.

Notes

  • Spinach and other greens are easier to juice when wrapped around other fruits or vegetables. Otherwise, they can clog up the juicer.

 

Chanana Chiller Smoothie

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Chanana Chiller

Chanana Chiller

In August 2011, I held the Ultimate Daniel Fast "Name That Smoothie" Contest. The following recipe was posted, and I asked readers to help me name it. Entries were emailed from all around the world, with the first submission coming all the way from Ecuador! It was fun seeing everyone's ideas. The winning entry was from Polly of Kansas City, Missouri. Her smoothie name was "Chanana Chillerer," which received the most votes, so Polly received a copy of my book, The Ultimate Guide to the Daniel Fast .One taste of this refreshing smoothie, and you'll see why the name is perfect.
5 from 2 votes
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Course Breakfast, Drinks, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup water or unsweetened almond, coconut, rice, or soy milk
  • 1 banana, peeled, frozen
  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
  • 1 tablespoon almond flour/meal

Instructions
 

  • Place all ingredients in a blender, and process until smooth.
  • Yield: 2 servings (serving size: about 8 ounces or 1 cup)

Video

Notes

  • To freeze bananas, remove peels before placing in freezer. Put in a plastic zip-top bag until completely frozen. See my instructional video for help.
  • Substitute 2 tablespoons finely chopped almonds for the almond meal.
  • To make this a "green" smoothie, add 1 cup of fresh spinach or kale leaves (stems removed from the kale).
  • Add 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal for a fiber boost.
  • For an even creamier texture, include 2 tablespoons of avocado.

 

Cajun Red Beans and Rice

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Cajun Red Beans and Rice

I love to cook, but I'm not too fond of the grocery shopping part of it. Anyone with me? Many times I let my refrigerator and pantry get pretty bare before I finally give in and head to the store. Sometimes, though, that's when my creative juices start flowing. When there isn't much to work with as far as ingredients goes, I often come up with my tastiest recipes. One night I only had a few canned ingredients, cooked brown rice in the fridge, and several fresh vegetables. The result? This classic Louisiana-style main dish recipe.
4.43 from 26 votes
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Course Main Course
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • ½ tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ cup chopped green pepper
  • ½ cup chopped red onion
  • ½ cup sliced celery
  • ¼ cup water
  • 2 teaspoons Creole Seasoning
  • 1 15.5-ounce can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add green peppers, onions, and celery. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 3-5 minutes. Add water and Creole Seasoning. Stir well. Mix in kidney beans and rice. Lower heat and cook another 5 minutes or until heated through.
  • Yield: 8 servings (serving size: ½ cup)

Notes

  • Serve with sliced avocado and/or sliced green onions.
  • Add 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes.
  • Stovetop directions using dry rice: Sauté vegetables as directed. While vegetables are cooking, bring 2 cups water to a boil. Lower heat, and add vegetables, 1 cup uncooked brown rice, and beans. Cover, and simmer about 45 minutes, or until rice is light and fluffy.

Apple Fruit Rolls

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Apple Fruit Rolls

Apple Fruit Rolls

Many parents buy Fruit Roll-Ups for their children, thinking they're purchasing healthy snacks. After all, if the word "fruit" is in the title, then it must be a good choice, right? Take a look at the ingredients list in a Strawberry Fruit Roll-Up:Pears From Concentrate, Corn Syrup, Dried Corn Syrup, Sugar, Partially Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Acetylated Mono And Diglycerides, Pectin, Malic Acid, Natural Flavor, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Color (Red 40, Yellows 5 & 6, Blue 1).
So, where exactly are the strawberries? Although this roll-up does contain some fruit (pears), it's mostly made of chemicals, dyes, and preservatives. Yummy. You can find fruit leather that is 100% fruit with no chemicals added, but those brands are usually pricey. When you spend as much as $.65 for one stick, it adds up.
This recipe for a healthy fruit roll can be made at home in a dehydrator. Don't have a dehydrator? Borrow one from a friend, or buy one. Your stomach will thank you later.
2.12 from 9 votes
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Course Snack

Equipment

  • Dehydrator

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • Mix applesauce and cinnamon in a large bowl, and set aside. Place two fruit roll sheets on two dehydrator trays. Rub a little olive oil on trays to prevent sticking.
    Apple Fruit Rolls on Dehydrator
  • Dry at 135 degrees 6-8 hours or until fruit has the consistency of leather. Use a small spatula or knife to remove fruit from trays while it is still warm. Cut into strips, roll, and enjoy!

Blueberry Mango Smoothie

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blueberry-mango smoothie

 

Blueberry Mango Smoothie

I like to start my mornings with a smoothie. It's especially refreshing when the weather is hot or just after a workout.On a Daniel Fast, making a smoothie is a great way to enjoy the mouth-watering fruit God has given us. If you're brave, you can add vegetables as well to make a green smoothie. Now before you wrinkle up your nose at the thought, hear me out! Green smoothies are not as bad as you might think! They're actually quite good. The sweetness of the fruit is usually so overpowering that you can't taste most greens (unless they're especially pungent, such as with arugula). Blueberry Mango Smoothie tastes like a Hawaiian drink you'd sip on the beach. It's satisfying and filling, and your body will be energized by the vast array of nutrients it provides.
4.67 from 6 votes
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Course Breakfast, Drinks, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 1

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any unsweetened non-dairy milk)
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen mango chunks
  • 1 fresh or frozen banana, peeled, sliced
  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal, optional
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened coconut flakes

Instructions
 

  • Mix all ingredients in a blender until smooth.
  • Yield: 1 serving (serving size: about 8 ounces or 1 cup)

Video

Notes

  • Make sure at least one fruit is frozen to have a chilled smoothie. You can also use ice.
  • To freeze bananas, remove peels before placing in freezer. Put in a plastic zip-top bag until completely frozen. See my instructional video for help.
  • Pour into popsicle molds for a tasty treat!
  • Make this recipe into a "green" smoothie by adding 1 cup chopped kale or spinach leaves.
  • Add 1 teaspoon spirulina powder. Spirulina is a type of blue-green algae that is rich in protein, vitamins, minerals, and carotenoids (antioxidants that can help protect cells from damage). It contain B complex vitamins, beta-carotene, vitamin E, manganese, zinc, copper, iron, selenium, and gamma linolenic acid (an essential fatty acid).
  • Flaxseed meal is a powder made from ground flaxseeds. It's high in fiber and a good source of Omega-3 fatty acids.

Kale Orange Juice

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Kale Orange Juice

You already know how good oranges are for you, but did you know that kale is considered to be a nutritional powerhouse? Not only is it high in vitamin C, it's also a powerful antioxidant, a great source of vitamins A and K, and contains fiber and omega-3 fatty acids. Pretty impressive for a leafy green vegetable, I'd say!
5 from 2 votes
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Course Drinks
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 3 large navel oranges, peeled
  • 2 cups chopped kale leaves, ribs removed

Instructions
 

  • Wash kale leaves well. Feed through juicer and discard pulp.
  • Yield: 2 servings (serving size: 8 ounces or 1 cup)

 

Plum Good Smoothie

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plum good smoothie

Plum Good Smoothie

Dried plums are prunes, but don't let that fact deter you from eating them. They're sweet, chewy, and satisfying. Following are just a few reasons why dried plums are good for you:
Great source of fiber - insoluble fiber for regularity and soluble fiber that helps to lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels.
Prevents and relieves constipation.High in vitamin A and beta-carotene (a natural antioxidant).
Produce a sense of fullness in the stomach, which can curb your appetite.Good source of iron and potassium.
Rich in magnesium, which aids in promoting relaxation (nerves, muscles, and blood vessels), relieving muscle soreness, reducing symptoms of asthma, and even migraine headaches.
Although dried plums are a wonderful snack by themselves, they can also be used in a variety of dishes, such as in this smoothie recipe.
3.86 from 7 votes
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Course Breakfast, Drinks, Snack
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 apple, unpeeled, chopped
  • 1 frozen banana, peeled, sliced
  • 1/4 cup dried plums (about 6)
  • 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened shredded coconut

Instructions
 

  • Add all ingredients to a blender. Process about 1 minute or until completely smooth.
  • Yield: 2 servings (serving size: about 1 cup or 8 ounces)

Video

Notes

  • To prepare banana ahead of time, remove peel and place in a plastic ziptop bag until frozen.
  • Add chopped nuts to boost the protein content.
  • Make it a green smoothie by adding 1 cup spinach or kale. You can also mix in 1 tablespooon of spirulina.

 

Apple Raisin Nut Cookies

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apple raisin nut cookies

 

Apple Raisin Nut Cookies

When I came up with this recipe, my daughters were out of school for the fifth time in two weeks because of inclement weather. We were snowbound, and I was going stir crazy! After we'd eaten lunch that day, I got an overwhelming urge to run into the kitchen and whip up some cookies, so I did. My goal was to use the fewest amount of ingredients possible AND to include items that people would most likely already have at home. I was very pleased with how these cookies came out. My girls certainly liked them and didn't even miss the chocolate chips!
4.89 from 17 votes
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Course Dessert, Snack
Servings 16
Calories 165 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups chopped apples, unpeeled (about 2 apples)
  • 1 cup brown rice flour
  • 1 cup cashew halves and pieces
  • 1 cup pecan halves
  • 1 cup raisins

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Add apples, brown rice flour, cashews, pecans, and raisins to a food processor. Process about 30 seconds for a smooth texture or 15 seconds for a nuttier cookie. Drop by spoonfuls, two inches apart, on an ungreased 11 by 17-inch baking sheet. Bake 15 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack.
  • Yield: 16 servings (serving size: about 1 cookie)

Notes

  • Substitute walnuts or almonds for pecans.
  • Use any whole grain flour in place of the brown rice flour.

Nutrition

Calories: 165kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 3gFat: 9gFiber: 2gSugar: 6g