Bacon and Leek

Ingredients (to serve 2):

• 1 leek
• 4 slices of bacon
• 1 tablespoon of oil
• 1 teaspoon of black pepper
• 2 tablespoons of cream

Instructions:

1. Heat the oil in a pan.
2. Finely slice the leek and add it to the pan. Cook until the leek has softened, this usually takes around 10 minutes. Slice the bacon into strips. Add these to the pan along with the black pepper, and cook until the bacon is ready.
3. Stir the cream through the mix, and then fill your pancakes.

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Spinach and Cheese

Ingredients (to serve 2):

• 1 cup of grated cheese
• 2 cups of fresh spinach
• 1 tablespoon of butter
• Juice of half a lemon

Instructions:

1. Heat the butter in the pan and add the spinach.
2. Cook until the spinach wilts, then add the lemon juice.
3. Fill your pancakes with the cooked spinach and a handful of grated cheese.

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Salmon and Cream Cheese

Ingredients (to serve 2):

• 4 slices of smoked salmon
• 3/4 cup of cream cheese
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper

Instructions:

1. Finely slice the salmon into strips.
2. Mix the lemon juice and black pepper into the cream cheese.
3. Fill your pancakes with the salmon and cream cheese mix.

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Ingredients:

• 3 cups oats
• 1 cup mixed nuts (e.g., almonds, pecans), chopped
• 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
• A pinch of salt
• 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla 

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Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 325°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a bowl, combine the dry ingredients and stir well.  In a separate microwave-safe bowl, melt the coconut oil and mix it with the honey or maple syrup and pure vanilla extract.
• Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is well-coated. 
• Spread the sticky mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet. Press it down with a spatula to create a compact layer.
• Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until it starts to turn golden brown, stirring it every 10 minutes for
• Once the granola is done, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool on the baking sheet. Once cooled, break up the clusters and enjoy!

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Take pumpkin scrambled eggs as an example. You probably didn’t think of pairing up pumpkin with eggs for breakfast. However, you might want to, because this dish is quite tasty and a perfect way to shake up your breakfast routine. Here is how to make it.

Ingredients:

• 4 eggs
• 2 slices of pumpkin
• 1 cup grated Parmesan
• 1 tablespoon freshly chopped chives
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon sour cream
• Salt & Peeper

Instructions:

1. Peal the pumpkin slices and remove the seeds if there are any. Chop them into small cubes.
2. Pour the olive oil into a pan and put on medium heat. Add pumpkin cubes and fry until they are soft.
3. Whisk the eggs in a bowl and then pour over the pumpkin. Introduce grated parmesan and cook the eggs while mixing frequently.
4. When the eggs are almost cooked, add salt and pepper to taste.
5. Sprinkle freshly chopped chives over your pumpkin scrambled eggs and serve with a side of sour cream.
6. Dig in!

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Oat Bowls

Traditional oatmeal is a healthy and simple breakfast, with plenty of protein and fiber to get your day going. But there are lots of ways to make this into a more interesting breakfast bowl, such as baking the oatmeal or adding thickening agents and flavors like matcha or cocoa powder. Top with nuts, seeds, fruits, and nut butter for crunch and extra protein.

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Rice Porridge

Rice porridge, or congee in southeast Asia, can be made either sweet or savory. It’s a great way to use leftover rice, although it does take quite a bit more time to cook than oatmeal. For sweetness, you can cook it with cream and sugar, and for a savory version use plenty of garlic and ginger with sesame oil. Top with sesame seeds, green onions, leafy greens, and a soft-boiled egg.

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Smoothie Bowl

The benefit of a smoothie bowl, as opposed to a smoothie, is that you can make your smoothie really thick, and you can top it with whole fruit pieces, nuts, and seeds so you’ll have more control over the texture.

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Eat Them By Themselves

While most of us aren’t used to eating them, fresh figs are a sweet and delicious treat. All of the fruit is edible except for its stem, which you should cut off. Other than that, just slice open, take small bites and enjoy its ultra-sweet flavor.

In Salads

Figs are a great topping for a salad as long as you don’t go over the top with them. They go great with ingredients like berries, spinach, and goat cheese. My favorite dressing to use on salads with figs is a balsamic vinaigrette.

On Toast

Have you ever tried fig toast before? Using a multi-grain, slightly sweet bread along with goat cheese or a relatively strong option can be the perfect combination between savory and sweet to start your morning!

The post 3 Great Ways to Use Fresh Figs appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Oats and Natural Yogurt

Oats are one of the best sources of slow-release energy. They’re great with a dollop of unsweetened natural yogurt, slices of fresh banana, and a drizzle of honey on top.

Scrambled Eggs and Salmon

You can whip this delicious and nutritious meal up in about five minutes. Simply scramble your eggs, season them with salt and pepper, and add the shreds of smoked salmon. Tip: if you want extra creamy scrambled eggs, mix in some natural yogurt while beating the eggs.

Protein Smoothie

One of the quickest, easiest, and least filling ways to get your daily fix of energy is to blitz a high protein smoothie. Mix up a combination of fruits, oats, natural yogurt and some plant-based protein powder. It fires you up without bloating.

The post Energizing Breakfasts to Get You Through the Day appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Fortunately, there are loads of breakfast food combinations that can help improve your energy levels throughout the day and boost your body’s nutrition.

Here are some of the best.

Oats and Honey

A bowl of oats is always going to be a good start to your day. They provide slow release energy that can keep you functioning all day long. Have your oats with milk, banana slices, blueberries and a drizzle of honey to top it off. Delicious!

Eggs

Besides oats and wholegrains, there are few foods that can match them for long lasting energy levels. Fortunately, eggs is one of them. You can have them poached, fried, scrambled, boiled, or even as an omelet. It’s your choice. Personally, a winning combination is scrambled eggs on freshly buttered toast, seasoned with salt and lots of black pepper.

Fruit Salad with Natural Yogurt

Packed full of all kinds of vitamins and minerals, natural sugars and probiotics, this is a lighter option that still packs quite a punch. Mix together a combination of your favorite fruits and add a dollop of creamy unsweetened natural yogurt on top. The texture and bitterness of the yogurt complements the soft and sweet fruit. If you like, drizzle a little honey on it as well.

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One of my favorite ways to do this is to add sliced fruit or berries to my cereals every morning. Here are three fruits that you can try!

Banana

Slicing a banana and putting in on my cereal is a tradition I have kept going since I was a young kid. Adding the delicious sweetness to a normal type of cereal makes for both a sweet and a nutritious breakfast choice.

Strawberries

A handful of strawberries sliced up and placed upon a bed of cereal and milk is another great way to kick off your morning. The sweet and tangy flavor of these berries work together perfectly with the flavors of milk and the grains that make up cereal.

Blueberries

Finally, if you want a super easy choice that you don’t even have to use a knife to slice up to put in your cereal, why not try blueberries? These tart and slightly sweet little berries are a great option, if you’re looking for a simple choice that isn’t as sweet as the two previous options.

The post Spice Up Your Cereal with These Fruit Toppings appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Unfortunately, as anyone who has ever ordered avocado toast at a restaurant before probably knows, the price that you generally pay for this meal is disproportionately high! So, why not learn how to make it at home? Here’s how!

Ingredients:

• 2 slices of high-quality bread (preferably whole wheat and/or artesanal, from a local bakery)
• 1 ripe avocado
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

1. Start off by heating up a skillet or a toaster. Once this device is ready, add a little bit of olive oil on the outside of your bread and toast it until it is golden-brown and firm. This is the first step to enjoying great avocado toast!
2. Next, open up the ripe avocado, remove the pit, and take out all of the delicious, creamy flesh with a spoon. Put it into a small bowl, and then add the olive oil, lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper.
3. Mash all of the ingredients together with a spoon until it has reached a creamy and smooth consistency.
4. Take the toast, spread this avocado mix on top of each piece, and there you have it! Your avocado toast is ready to enjoy.

The post Making Your Own Avocado Toast is Easier Than You Think appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Bacon and Leek

Ingredients (to serve 2):

• 1 leek
• 4 slices of bacon
• 1 tablespoon of oil
• 1 teaspoon of black pepper
• 2 tablespoons of cream

Instructions:

1. Heat the oil in a pan.
2. Finely slice the leek and add it to the pan. Cook until the leek has softened, this usually takes around 10 minutes. Slice the bacon into strips. Add these to the pan along with the black pepper, and cook until the bacon is ready.
3. Stir the cream through the mix, and then fill your pancakes.

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Spinach and Cheese

Ingredients (to serve 2):

• 1 cup of grated cheese
• 2 cups of fresh spinach
• 1 tablespoon of butter
• Juice of half a lemon

Instructions:

1. Heat the butter in the pan and add the spinach.
2. Cook until the spinach wilts, then add the lemon juice.
3. Fill your pancakes with the cooked spinach and a handful of grated cheese.

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Salmon and Cream Cheese

Ingredients (to serve 2):

• 4 slices of smoked salmon
• 3/4 cup of cream cheese
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper

Instructions:

1. Finely slice the salmon into strips.
2. Mix the lemon juice and black pepper into the cream cheese.
3. Fill your pancakes with the salmon and cream cheese mix.

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Ingredients:

• 3 cups oats
• 1 cup mixed nuts (e.g., almonds, pecans), chopped
• 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
• A pinch of salt
• 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla 

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Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 325°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a bowl, combine the dry ingredients and stir well.  In a separate microwave-safe bowl, melt the coconut oil and mix it with the honey or maple syrup and pure vanilla extract.
• Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is well-coated. 
• Spread the sticky mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet. Press it down with a spatula to create a compact layer.
• Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until it starts to turn golden brown, stirring it every 10 minutes for
• Once the granola is done, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool on the baking sheet. Once cooled, break up the clusters and enjoy!

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The post The Perfect Chocolate Granola Recipe appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Take pumpkin scrambled eggs as an example. You probably didn’t think of pairing up pumpkin with eggs for breakfast. However, you might want to, because this dish is quite tasty and a perfect way to shake up your breakfast routine. Here is how to make it.

Ingredients:

• 4 eggs
• 2 slices of pumpkin
• 1 cup grated Parmesan
• 1 tablespoon freshly chopped chives
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon sour cream
• Salt & Peeper

Instructions:

1. Peal the pumpkin slices and remove the seeds if there are any. Chop them into small cubes.
2. Pour the olive oil into a pan and put on medium heat. Add pumpkin cubes and fry until they are soft.
3. Whisk the eggs in a bowl and then pour over the pumpkin. Introduce grated parmesan and cook the eggs while mixing frequently.
4. When the eggs are almost cooked, add salt and pepper to taste.
5. Sprinkle freshly chopped chives over your pumpkin scrambled eggs and serve with a side of sour cream.
6. Dig in!

The post Pumpkin Scrambled Eggs are a Great Way to Shake Up Your Breakfast Routine appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Oat Bowls

Traditional oatmeal is a healthy and simple breakfast, with plenty of protein and fiber to get your day going. But there are lots of ways to make this into a more interesting breakfast bowl, such as baking the oatmeal or adding thickening agents and flavors like matcha or cocoa powder. Top with nuts, seeds, fruits, and nut butter for crunch and extra protein.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Narumi (@oatmeal.diary_n)

Rice Porridge

Rice porridge, or congee in southeast Asia, can be made either sweet or savory. It’s a great way to use leftover rice, although it does take quite a bit more time to cook than oatmeal. For sweetness, you can cook it with cream and sugar, and for a savory version use plenty of garlic and ginger with sesame oil. Top with sesame seeds, green onions, leafy greens, and a soft-boiled egg.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Thanuja Krishnaratna (@apron_of_thanu)

Smoothie Bowl

The benefit of a smoothie bowl, as opposed to a smoothie, is that you can make your smoothie really thick, and you can top it with whole fruit pieces, nuts, and seeds so you’ll have more control over the texture.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Iyad OU (@dream_er030)

The post 3 Easy Breakfast Bowls appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Eat Them By Themselves

While most of us aren’t used to eating them, fresh figs are a sweet and delicious treat. All of the fruit is edible except for its stem, which you should cut off. Other than that, just slice open, take small bites and enjoy its ultra-sweet flavor.

In Salads

Figs are a great topping for a salad as long as you don’t go over the top with them. They go great with ingredients like berries, spinach, and goat cheese. My favorite dressing to use on salads with figs is a balsamic vinaigrette.

On Toast

Have you ever tried fig toast before? Using a multi-grain, slightly sweet bread along with goat cheese or a relatively strong option can be the perfect combination between savory and sweet to start your morning!

The post 3 Great Ways to Use Fresh Figs appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Oats and Natural Yogurt

Oats are one of the best sources of slow-release energy. They’re great with a dollop of unsweetened natural yogurt, slices of fresh banana, and a drizzle of honey on top.

Scrambled Eggs and Salmon

You can whip this delicious and nutritious meal up in about five minutes. Simply scramble your eggs, season them with salt and pepper, and add the shreds of smoked salmon. Tip: if you want extra creamy scrambled eggs, mix in some natural yogurt while beating the eggs.

Protein Smoothie

One of the quickest, easiest, and least filling ways to get your daily fix of energy is to blitz a high protein smoothie. Mix up a combination of fruits, oats, natural yogurt and some plant-based protein powder. It fires you up without bloating.

The post Energizing Breakfasts to Get You Through the Day appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Fortunately, there are loads of breakfast food combinations that can help improve your energy levels throughout the day and boost your body’s nutrition.

Here are some of the best.

Oats and Honey

A bowl of oats is always going to be a good start to your day. They provide slow release energy that can keep you functioning all day long. Have your oats with milk, banana slices, blueberries and a drizzle of honey to top it off. Delicious!

Eggs

Besides oats and wholegrains, there are few foods that can match them for long lasting energy levels. Fortunately, eggs is one of them. You can have them poached, fried, scrambled, boiled, or even as an omelet. It’s your choice. Personally, a winning combination is scrambled eggs on freshly buttered toast, seasoned with salt and lots of black pepper.

Fruit Salad with Natural Yogurt

Packed full of all kinds of vitamins and minerals, natural sugars and probiotics, this is a lighter option that still packs quite a punch. Mix together a combination of your favorite fruits and add a dollop of creamy unsweetened natural yogurt on top. The texture and bitterness of the yogurt complements the soft and sweet fruit. If you like, drizzle a little honey on it as well.

The post Nutritious Breakfast Ideas to Kickstart Your Day appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

One of my favorite ways to do this is to add sliced fruit or berries to my cereals every morning. Here are three fruits that you can try!

Banana

Slicing a banana and putting in on my cereal is a tradition I have kept going since I was a young kid. Adding the delicious sweetness to a normal type of cereal makes for both a sweet and a nutritious breakfast choice.

Strawberries

A handful of strawberries sliced up and placed upon a bed of cereal and milk is another great way to kick off your morning. The sweet and tangy flavor of these berries work together perfectly with the flavors of milk and the grains that make up cereal.

Blueberries

Finally, if you want a super easy choice that you don’t even have to use a knife to slice up to put in your cereal, why not try blueberries? These tart and slightly sweet little berries are a great option, if you’re looking for a simple choice that isn’t as sweet as the two previous options.

The post Spice Up Your Cereal with These Fruit Toppings appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Unfortunately, as anyone who has ever ordered avocado toast at a restaurant before probably knows, the price that you generally pay for this meal is disproportionately high! So, why not learn how to make it at home? Here’s how!

Ingredients:

• 2 slices of high-quality bread (preferably whole wheat and/or artesanal, from a local bakery)
• 1 ripe avocado
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

1. Start off by heating up a skillet or a toaster. Once this device is ready, add a little bit of olive oil on the outside of your bread and toast it until it is golden-brown and firm. This is the first step to enjoying great avocado toast!
2. Next, open up the ripe avocado, remove the pit, and take out all of the delicious, creamy flesh with a spoon. Put it into a small bowl, and then add the olive oil, lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper.
3. Mash all of the ingredients together with a spoon until it has reached a creamy and smooth consistency.
4. Take the toast, spread this avocado mix on top of each piece, and there you have it! Your avocado toast is ready to enjoy.

The post Making Your Own Avocado Toast is Easier Than You Think appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.