3 QUICK BREAKFAST RECIPES

3 QUICK BREAKFAST RECIPES

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How many times have we heard in our lives that breakfast is the most important meal of the day? I remember my mom telling me as a kid about the benefits of breakfast and how it was essential for me so I can grow up. It may be such a cliché but it is also true; breakfast is the most important meal of the day! The reason is that breakfast is the first meal of the day; it is the one that will wake us up and give us the energy we need to go through the day. Sadly though, it is also something we tend to skip quite often because we are in a hurry. However, a healthy and filling breakfast doesn’t have to be difficult or time-consuming; it can be easy and quick. Below I share with you guys 3 of my favorite and quick breakfast recipes.

Coconut Acai Bowl

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Ingredients

2 cups of frozen mixed berries

1/2 banana

½ cup coconut milk (fresh)

1-2 tsp acai berry powder

Toppings

2 tbsp pumpking seeds

2 tbsp sunflower seeds

2 tbsp shredded coconut

½ banana cut in pieces

For this deliciously simple acai berry bowl, place the frozen berries with the milk in your smoothie blender and once they are blended a bit, add the banana and acai berry powder. Do not overblend. Pour the mixture in a bowl and add the toppings.

Chocolate and cinnamon porridge

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Ingredients

40 g oats

200 ml any milk of your choice (I use almond milk)

1 tsp organic cacao powder

1 tsp flaxseeds

1-2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp agave syrup or honey

Toppings

3 tsp pumpkin seeds

2 tsp sunflower seeds

I absolutely love how simple this porridge is. Place the oats and milk in a pan on high heat. Once they start boiling add the cacao powder and the cinnamon and lower the heat while stirring. Once it becomes as thick as you like add the flaxseeds and agave syrup and give it a good stir. You can add anything you like on top; I added pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds!

 

Scrambled eggs and avocado on toast

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Ingredients

2 eggs

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

2 slices of bread of your choice (I used whole wheat)

A pinch of salt, pepper and garlic powder

½ avocado

Another quick and healthy recipe. The eggs and avocado have lots of protein which makes this recipe perfect for after workout or in general in the morning. On a hot pan pour the olive oil and crack the eggs. Toss them around and add the salt, pepper and garlic powder. Keep mixing them and tossing them around while turning the heat down to low. In the meantime, toast the slices of bread. Once the eggs are cooked, place them on the toasted bread. Scoop the avocado and place it on top of the eggs. Add some more salt and voila! Healthy and delicious.

Healthy breakfast doesn’t have to be a time-consuming, complicated task; it could be easy and quick. The above recipes are just some of my favorite ones for the days when I don’t have a lot of time in hand. Fruits, oats, grains, seeds and eggs, are good-for-you ingredients. Remember to tag me in your recreations on Instagram (@vogueandmacarons) and Twitter (@vogueandmacaron) using #vogueandmacarons!

Till next time take care dolls 😉

Vicky x

3 Amazing Post Workout Smoothies

3 AMAZING POST-WORKOUT SMOOTHIES

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Working out is an important part of my weekly routine, as I am trying to follow a healthier lifestyle, by eating better and getting stronger and fitter. Before working out I try not to eat a lot of food because it will only burden my stomach and make me feel heavy and drowsy. Plus it will mess up my gastric reflex syndrome. I prefer to have some tea and orange juice before my workout because they give me a lot of energy in a natural way. After my workout I am usually very tired; sometimes I can barely walk. However, before having my recuperating mean, I always make myself a smoothie to replenish my energy levels. I make it right away because the most effective time for refuelling the body is within 30 mins of the workout. Depending on how energetic you feel, the bigger energy boost you need, the sweeter your smoothie should be. By sweet I refer to the fruits used for the smoothie. If your energy levels are not that low, you can use vegetables and less sweet fruits. I also love to add half a scoop of my favorite vanilla protein powder (SunWarrior Warrior Blend Raw Vanilla Powder) or 1-2 tsp of my Moon Dusts from Moon Juice. Below I share my 3 favorite post-workout smoothies. I love drinking them as much as I love making them. In all my smoothies I try to include a handful or two of greens because they are so nutritious for the body and it is a way to get my daily portion of greens besides salads. So let’s get started shall we?

Banana and Berry Protein Smoothie

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1 handful of greens ( I like kale and spinach)

½ banana ( frozen optional )

¾ of a cup mixed berries ( frozen optional )

1 cup of chilled water

½ scoop of protein powder or 1-2 tsps of Action Moon Dust

1 tsp of flaxseeds

The greens are full with nutrients like mineral, vitamins and fiber. The banana adds potassium and carbs and the berries add antioxidants and fiber.

Orange and Avocado Protein Smoothie

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1 handful of greens

2 oranges peeled

½ avocando cored and peeled

1 cup of chilled water

½ scoop of protein powder or 1-2 tsps of Spirit Moon Dust

1 tsp of flaxseeds or spirulina powder

Some of the ingredients are same with the other smoothies, like the greens, protein powder/moon dust and flaxseeds. In this smoothie though, we have oranges and avocado. Oranges and citrusy fruits in general, repair the cell damage that happens during the workout. avocados add protein, potassium and antioxidants. Just remember it has to be quite ripe to have the best flavor.

Tropical Green Protein Smoothie

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1 handful of greens

½ mango peeled

1 handful of pineapple chunks

1 apple cored and peeled

1 cup of chilled water

½ scoop of protein powder or 1-2 tsps of Beauty Moon Dust

1 tsp of flaxseeds or chia seeds

Another lovely green smoothie full of antioxidants and vitamins. Apart from the usual greens though we have apple, mango and pineapple, some quite tropical fruits. Mango is a very sweet fruit which is great since its sugar can be converted into energy plus it is full with vitamin C. Pineapple is also sugary and full with vitamin C, but it can also help soothing any stomach pain and its anti-inflammatory properties can help with strained muscles after working out. Lastly, you all know how an apple a day keeps the doctor away. Apples are great energy boosters, but can also help with digestion and cholesterol.

Remember that in each recipe, you should blend the greens with the water first and then add the rest of the ingredients. I add the flaxseed and protein powder/moon dust at the end. A smoothie is a great way to cool down and recharge after a nice workout session. It could have anything you want from fruits and nuts to vegetables and superfoods. The above recipes are my three favorite post-workout smoothies. While Once I finish my workout, I can’t think of a better way to relax than enjoying one of these smoothies. I would love to know which are your favorite smoothies, so comment down below and share your most beloved recipes. Also, don’t forget to pop over my Instagram (@vogueandmacarons) and Twitter (@vogueandmacaron) and say hello!

Till next time take care dolls 😉 xxx

Vicky