Green Egg Sandwich

This may not be the prettiest of sandwiches, but you would never know it by the taste.  Did you grow up eating egg salad sandwiches?  This is basically egg salad with avocado mixed in.

It's loaded with protein and heart healthy fat.  

I didn't measure any of the ingredients, just eyed them.  I will give a close estimation and you can take it from there. ;)

Green Egg Sandwich

2 hard boiled eggs

1/4 of an avocado

1 green onion, chopped

1/2 tsp. mustard

2 to 3 Tbsp. mayo or Vegenaise*

1/2 tsp. turmeric

1/8 to 1/4 tsp. salt

1/8 tsp. pepper

Mash eggs and avocado with a fork.  Stir in remaining ingredients.  Cover and chill until cold.  Serve on bread, crackers or veggie dippers.

*What I like about Vegenaise is... it contains no high fructose corn syrup, hydrogenated oils or trans fat.

Flourless Blueberry Chia Pancakes

Who would have though you could create a pancake by combining a banana and an egg???  I don't know who came up with the idea, but I'm glad they did. :)  The fun part is deciding what "yummies" you want to add in.

To begin you need 1 very ripe banana and 1 whole egg.  Whip the egg and mash the banana with a fork and stir together.

I added 1 Tbsp. chia seeds and a scant 1/8 tsp. cinnamon.  Chia seeds are a great source of nutrition.  They are packed with protein, fiber and Omega-3's.

I also added about 3/4 C. fresh blueberries.  I've made mixed berry ones by adding diced strawberries in with the blueberries.  They were really good, too.

Heat a small amount of oil on a griddle and divide the batter into 3 small pancakes.  If you opt for 2 larger ones, know that it is hard to flip them without them falling apart.  I also flatten the batter out just a little with my fork.  If they are too thick the centers won't set before the outside gets too brown.  Cook on low to medium low until center is soft set then flip and cook a couple more minutes until that side is browned and center is to your liking.

 I like to eat them plain, but you can top with whatever you like.   This is a great and healthy way to use up those over ripe bananas and it's much quicker than making banana bread.  There are many other things you can add to come up with your favorite variation...coconut, flax or hemp seed, different spices, etc.  For a sweet snack you could toss in some dark chocolate chips...yum! 

Sweet Chili Salmon

Here is a flavor packed meal that is quick and easy to prepare.  It is full of nutrients, too.   

Salmon - brush with your favorite healthy oil.  Sprinkle with a little garlic powder and seasoning salt or salt substitute.  Brush with sweet chili sauce (I used Mae Ploy from Walmart).  Homemade sweet chili sauce would be a healthier alternative as the Mae Play has quite a bit of sugar.  Bake until it easily flakes with a fork.

Fresh steamed green beans - sprinkle with a little garlic powder, salt and pepper and real butter.

Baked sweet potato - These are a snap to prepare in the microwave.  I added a dollop of coconut oil to mine, but season to your liking.