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Petite Pecan Pies

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Petite Pecan Pies

Petite Pecan Pies

These delicious pies are made with nothing more than dates and pecans. The result is a treat that tastes amazingly like pecan pie. Even if you're not a big fan of pecan pie, give these goodies a try.
5 from 3 votes
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Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 8 Medjool dates
  • 8 pecan halves

Instructions
 

  • Remove pits from dates, and stuff one pecan half into each date.
  • Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 2 pies)

Notes

  • Medjool dates are the largest variety and work best with pecan halves. If you use smaller pecan pieces, you could use the smaller Deglet Noor dates instead.

 

Hummus

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Hummus

 

Hummus

Hummus is a staple when I'm on a Daniel Fast. I like to use it with fresh vegetables and as a spread on Ultimate Nut and Seed Crackers. But you can enjoy Hummus in dozens of other ways, too (see Recipe Notes for ideas).
3.92 from 12 votes
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Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, packed
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

Instructions
 

  • Place ingredients in a food processor or blender. Process, scraping sides of bowl often, until mixture is a smooth paste. You can either refrigerate at this point, or serve immediately.
  • Yield: 8 servings (serving size: about 1/4 cup)

Notes

  • Hummus has more flavor after it has been refrigerated at least 24 hours before serving.
  • Prepare large quantities of hummus at one time. It can be refrigerated up to a week and frozen up to 3 months.
  • Use as a dip for fresh vegetables.
  • Substitute black beans for the chickpeas or use 1/2 can of each.
  • Spread on fresh tomato slices or on a Whole Grain Tortilla.
  • Other hummus recipes to try: Confetti Hummus, Pumpkin Hummus, Hummus Casserole.
  • Goes well with Romaine Wraps.

 

Orient Express Juice

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Orient Express

When my husband tasted this juice for the first time, he named it "Orient Express." We both laughed because it was perfect. Plus, it reminded me of a roller coaster I used to ride at Worlds of Fun when I was younger. Fresh ginger root, which is widely used in Asian cooking, is what makes this recipe. Ginger has a variety of health benefits: soothes gastrointestinal distress, contains potent anti-inflammatory properties, reduces motion sickness, and alleviates nausea. Fresh ginger root can be found in the produce section of the supermarket and should be stored in your refrigerator, where it will keep for up to three weeks if left unpeeled.
2.60 from 5 votes
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Course Drinks
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 3 carrots, unpeeled and tops removed
  • 2 large apples, unpeeled and cut into slices (discard cores)
  • 1 1-inch slice of ginger root, unpeeled

Instructions
 

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

 

Trail Mix

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Trail Mix

Coming up with snack ideas on the Daniel Fast can present quite a challenge, especially when everything you'd normally munch on falls in the "Foods to Avoid" category. One of the tried-and-true recipes for healthy snacking is the classic Trail Mix--a tasty, satisfying snack that will give you energy between meals, help curb your appetite, and give you that mid-morning or mid-afternoon boost.
Trail Mix travels well, too. Just scoop some out into a plastic bag. Take it with you to work, school, or whenever you're on the road. That way you won't be tempted to head to the nearest fast food drive-thru when your stomach is growling for a snack.
4.17 from 6 votes
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Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup whole raw almonds
  • 1 cup cashew halves & pieces
  • 1 cup walnut halves
  • 1/2 cup golden raisins
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/4 cup raw sunflower seed kernels
  • 1/4 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)

Instructions
 

  • Mix ingredients together, and store in an airtight container for 2 weeks at room temperature or 1 month in refrigerator.
  • Yield: 12 servings (serving size: about 1/4 cup)

Notes

  • Use as a topping for fresh fruit.
  • Serve with unsweetened almond  milk for a quick breakfast dish.
  • Other dried fruit options are apricots, bananas, blueberries, dates, or figs.
  • Add unsweetened coconut flakes.
  • Substitute raw almonds with Cinnamon Roasted Almonds.
  • Mix with Gimme More Granola.

Fresh Beet Juices

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Beet Juice

Beet juice by itself is probably not going to be your favorite juice recipe, but add some carrots, apples, and/or oranges, and you’ve got a smooth, bright red sweet juice. Beets are also good for you, and fresh beet juice has many nutritional benefits – helps in the creation of red blood cells, strengthens the liver, supplies the body with iron, cleanses the stomach and intestines, and contains anti-cancer properties.Note: Watch out for the beet juice. It stains everything it touches!
Following are three beet recipes to try:
5 from 1 vote
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Course Drinks
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

BEET CARROT JUICE

  • 1 beet, ends removed and quartered
  • 3-4 large carrots

BEET ORANGE JUICE

  • 1 beet, ends removed and quartered
  • 2 large oranges

RUBY RED BEET JUICE

  • 1 beet, ends removed and quartered
  • 2 oranges, peeled and divided into segments
  • 2 apples, unpeeled and cut into slices (discard cores)

Instructions
 

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

Cinnamon Roasted Almonds

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cinnamon roasted almonds

Cinnamon Roasted Almonds

Almonds are naturally sweet, and when you add a little cinnamon AND roast them . . well, let's just say you definitely can't eat just one.
4 from 2 votes
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Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups whole almonds
  • 1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Line an 11 x 17-inch baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly rub with olive oil and set aside. You can also use a silicone mat.
  • Put almonds in a large bowl, add olive oil and stir well. Sprinkle in cinnamon and salt and toss to coat. Spread almonds evenly on baking sheet. Bake 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Cool and serve or store in an airtight container.
  • Yield: 8 servings (serving size: about ¼ cup)

Notes

Corn Muffins

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Corn Muffins

Corn muffins can complement a Daniel Fast main dish meal or serve as a snack.
4.14 from 91 votes
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Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond or rice milk
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon Date Honey
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3/4 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions, green parts only
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Mix cornmeal, almond milk, water, Date Honey, and olive oil in a medium bowl. Stir until smooth.
  • Add corn, green onions, and salt. Stir until well combined. Lightly rub a mini-muffin tin with olive oil. Fill all 24 cups about 3/4 full. Bake 15 minutes. If using a regular muffin tin, fill all 12 cups about 3/4 full and bake 20 minutes.
  • Yield: 12 servings (serving size: 2 mini-muffins or 1 regular muffin)

Notes

  • Use 1 1/2 tablespoons dried chives instead of green onions.

Hello Sunshine Orange Juice

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Hello Sunshine Orange Juice

This orange juice recipe--made with apples and grapes--is one you'll want to make over and over again.
3.12 from 17 votes
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Course Drinks

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oranges, peeled and divided into segments
  • 2 apples, unpeeled and cut into slices (discard cores)
  • 1 cup red seedless grapes

Instructions
 

  • Feed fruit into juicer, and enjoy.
  • Yield: 2 servings (serving size: 8 ounces or 1 cup)

Tangy Apple Delight

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Tangy Apple Delight

If you like sweet and sour together, you'll appreciate the tantalizing flavors in this special blend and fruit. Pucker up!
5 from 1 vote
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Course Drinks
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 2 apples unpeeled and cut into slices (discard cores)
  • 1 grapefruit peeled and divided into segments
  • 1 cup red seedless grapes

Instructions
 

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

Carrot Juice with Fennel and Celery

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Carrot Juice with Fennel and Celery

The licorice flavor of fresh fennel makes this carrot juice recipe seem like dessert (ok, so maybe I'm exaggerating a tiny bit, but it's very tasty).
3 from 10 votes
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Course Drinks
Servings 1

Ingredients
  

  • 2 carrots, unpeeled
  • 1 stalk of celery
  • 1/2 cup chopped fennel bulb

Instructions
 

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

Gimme More Granola

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Gimme More Granola

Gimme More Granola is truly the perfect healthy snack because it's easy to make and packed with fiber, protein, vitamins, and minerals. This recipe is also filling and satisfying. A little goes a long way.
4.27 from 19 votes
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Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup chopped dried plums or Medjool dates
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened apple juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • 2 tablespoons chopped almonds
  • 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
  • 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350º F. In a small saucepan, add plums and water. Cook over medium heat 5 minutes, or until plums are softened. Transfer to a food processor or blender, and process until mixture is a thick paste.
  • In a large bowl, combine plum mixture, apple juice, olive oil, oats, raisins, almonds, walnuts, sunflower seeds, and coconut. Stir well, making sure everything is well coated. Spread out on a baking sheet, and bake 5 minutes.
  • Stir granola, and bake another 5 minutes, or until lightly browned. Let cool (will become more crispy as it cools), and store in an airtight container.
  • Yield: 8 servings (serving size: about 1/4 cup)

Notes

Strawberry-Banana Smoothie

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Strawberry Banana Smoothie

 

Strawberry-Banana Smoothie #1

4 ounces extra-firm tofu
1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk or soy milk
1/4 cup unsweetened apple juice
2 tablespoons Date Honey
1 cup sliced strawberries
1 frozen banana, peeled, sliced (about 1 cup)

Place all ingredients in a blender, and process until smooth.

Yield: 2 servings (serving size: about 1 cup or 8 ounces)

Recipe Notes

  • To prepare banana ahead of time, remove peel and place in a plastic ziptop bag until frozen.
  • Instead of using Date Honey, soak 3-4 Medjool dates in warm water at room temperature for an hour before adding to blender.

Strawberry-Banana Smoothie #2

1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 frozen banana, peeled and sliced (about 1 cup)
1 cup whole frozen strawberries (about 6 strawberries)
1 Medjool date, pitted

Place all ingredients in a blender, and process until smooth.

Yield: 2 servings (serving size: about 1 cup or 8 ounces)

Recipe Notes

  • To prepare banana ahead of time, remove peel and place in a plastic ziptop bag until frozen.