toppings Archives - thedancingcucumber.com thedancingcucumber.com Thu, 15 Aug 2024 14:35:11 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 3 Soup Toppings to Liven Up Lunch https://thedancingcucumber.com/3-soup-toppings-to-liven-up-lunch/ Sat, 17 Aug 2024 08:45:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=9969 Soup is a great go-to option for a quick, healthy lunch. Homemade is always your best option, but many store bought varieties contain plenty of healthy vegetables, protein and fiber. If you find yourself getting a little bored of your old favorites, why not add a simple yet tasty topping to add crunch, flavor and […]

The post 3 Soup Toppings to Liven Up Lunch appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

]]> Soup is a great go-to option for a quick, healthy lunch. Homemade is always your best option, but many store bought varieties contain plenty of healthy vegetables, protein and fiber. If you find yourself getting a little bored of your old favorites, why not add a simple yet tasty topping to add crunch, flavor and even more nutrition to your lunch? Check out these three simple options, each of which pairs well with a variety of vegetable and meat soup recipes.

Grilled Cheese

A grilled cheese topping goes exceptionally well with a squash or tomato based soup. Simply allow five minutes before your soup is ready to heat a pan, slice the cheese and grill it under it is well done on both sides. Add a few slices to each bowl of soup and enjoy!

Toasted Seeds

There are many ways to make your own toasted seeds at home, although you can also opt for store bought. Simply take a mixed selection of seeds and add to a pan with a little oil. Add salt, pepper and any other seasonings you may wish to add, and then stir well until the seeds have darkened in color. Remove from the heat and store in a sealed container until you’re ready to use them – these pair well with every vegetable soup you can imagine.

Croutons

These small cubes of fried bread are incredibly tasty, and offer a great way to use up bread that’s too otherwise too dry to eat. Cube the bread into pieces, and then heat a little olive oil in a pan. Add the bread and keep stirring until the cubes become crispy. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, and then remove from the pan. These croutons pair great with chicken, tomato and fish soups.

The post 3 Soup Toppings to Liven Up Lunch appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

]]> Easy Additions To Make Your Breakfast Cereal Healthier https://thedancingcucumber.com/easy-additions-to-make-your-breakfast-cereal-healthier/ Fri, 16 Aug 2024 08:58:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=9968 For many of us, cereal is often the quickest and easiest breakfast choice in the morning. What could be simpler than pouring milk into a bowl and adding some cereal? However, while this breakfast is undeniably easy, many breakfast cereals don’t offer a decent nutritional start to the day. Luckily, with just a few simple […]

The post Easy Additions To Make Your Breakfast Cereal Healthier appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

]]> For many of us, cereal is often the quickest and easiest breakfast choice in the morning. What could be simpler than pouring milk into a bowl and adding some cereal? However, while this breakfast is undeniably easy, many breakfast cereals don’t offer a decent nutritional start to the day. Luckily, with just a few simple toppings you can boost the health profile of your breakfast, without slowing down your morning routine. Check out these three simple additions which will provide a nutritional (and taste) boost.

Cacao Nibs

These small dark nibs are made from cocoa beans, and contain an incredible amount of health-boosting antioxidants. They are low in sugar but high in healthy fats, and the fiber in these nibs helps to promote healthy digestion.

Mixed Seeds

A sprinkling of mixed seeds over your morning cereal can deliver a whole host of benefits, including a brain boost from the omega 3 and 6, smoother, bouncier skin from the vitamin E, stronger bones and muscles from the protein and calcium, and boosted digestion thanks to the fiber content.

Berries

Fresh or frozen berries can add sweetness to your cereal without you needing to reach for the honey or sugar in the morning. These little powerhouses are also packed with antioxidants, protecting your body throughout, and they will provide you with a range of vitamins and minerals to boost your overall health.

The post Easy Additions To Make Your Breakfast Cereal Healthier appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

]]> Jazz Up Store Bought Pizza https://thedancingcucumber.com/jazz-up-store-bought-pizza/ Fri, 01 Feb 2019 11:21:30 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=2101 After a long day at work, a lot of people are tempted to pick up the phone and order in a pizza. But even if you can’t muster the courage to make one yourself, you can still avoid delivery and do a slightly healthier version of one by using a store-bought pizza. Store-Bought Crust Whether […]

The post Jazz Up Store Bought Pizza appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

]]> After a long day at work, a lot of people are tempted to pick up the phone and order in a pizza. But even if you can’t muster the courage to make one yourself, you can still avoid delivery and do a slightly healthier version of one by using a store-bought pizza.

Store-Bought Crust

Whether you get just raw dough or a pre-made crust, you can make a pizza much healthier by using your own tomato sauce, or making one using a combination of canned pure pureed tomatoes and some real tomatoes. Top it with some cheese and your favorite toppings, and you already have a healthier pizza.

Pre-Made

If you really don’t have the energy to do any cooking, the best thing to do is buy a plain cheese pizza and put your own vegetables on it for the toppings. Using vegetables like peppers, mushrooms, zucchini, or even eggplant will make your pizza at least have some good nutrition.

Spices

Adding spices to your pizza is a great way to get extra antioxidants and other health benefits. Add some spice with red chili flakes or fiber and vitamin E with oregano. You can also add fresh herbs for an even healthier addition.

The post Jazz Up Store Bought Pizza appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

]]> Waffle Toppings to Take Your Dessert Game to a New Level https://thedancingcucumber.com/tasty-waffle-toppings-to-take-your-dessert-game-to-a-new-level/ Fri, 06 Jul 2018 10:00:26 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=559 Do you already have a waffle maker at home, but you’ve simply run out of ideas on how to make the waffles fun again? Well, you can find three amazing ideas if you tag along. These are the perfect summer recipes, that will help you take your waffle toppings game to a whole new level. Summer […]

The post Waffle Toppings to Take Your Dessert Game to a New Level appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

]]> Do you already have a waffle maker at home, but you’ve simply run out of ideas on how to make the waffles fun again? Well, you can find three amazing ideas if you tag along. These are the perfect summer recipes, that will help you take your waffle toppings game to a whole new level.

Summer Waffle

This delicious ice cream topping is everything you need this summer. You can choose any flavor that you like, then add some whipped cream and sprinkles on top. If you are an overachiever, don’t hesitate before topping the topping with some chocolate syrup.

Berry Craze

Nothing beats the waffle-berry combo. The perfect waffle topping is made of all the berries that exist. This is a healthier version compared to adding whipped cream or ice cream on top. Some people really love the taste of banana combined with berries, so that’s another way to go.

Lunch Waffles

Waffle toppings don’t always have to be sweet. You can always switch that sandwich with a delicious waffle topped with avocado, tomato, cucumber and even some bacon. When it comes to salty recipes, you can really experiment with your favorite vegetables. Sour cream is one of the best toppings that goes perfectly with cucumbers and tomatoes.

The post Waffle Toppings to Take Your Dessert Game to a New Level appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> toppings Archives - thedancingcucumber.com thedancingcucumber.com Thu, 15 Aug 2024 14:35:11 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 3 Soup Toppings to Liven Up Lunch https://thedancingcucumber.com/3-soup-toppings-to-liven-up-lunch/ Sat, 17 Aug 2024 08:45:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=9969 Soup is a great go-to option for a quick, healthy lunch. Homemade is always your best option, but many store bought varieties contain plenty of healthy vegetables, protein and fiber. If you find yourself getting a little bored of your old favorites, why not add a simple yet tasty topping to add crunch, flavor and […]

The post 3 Soup Toppings to Liven Up Lunch appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

]]> Soup is a great go-to option for a quick, healthy lunch. Homemade is always your best option, but many store bought varieties contain plenty of healthy vegetables, protein and fiber. If you find yourself getting a little bored of your old favorites, why not add a simple yet tasty topping to add crunch, flavor and even more nutrition to your lunch? Check out these three simple options, each of which pairs well with a variety of vegetable and meat soup recipes.

Grilled Cheese

A grilled cheese topping goes exceptionally well with a squash or tomato based soup. Simply allow five minutes before your soup is ready to heat a pan, slice the cheese and grill it under it is well done on both sides. Add a few slices to each bowl of soup and enjoy!

Toasted Seeds

There are many ways to make your own toasted seeds at home, although you can also opt for store bought. Simply take a mixed selection of seeds and add to a pan with a little oil. Add salt, pepper and any other seasonings you may wish to add, and then stir well until the seeds have darkened in color. Remove from the heat and store in a sealed container until you’re ready to use them – these pair well with every vegetable soup you can imagine.

Croutons

These small cubes of fried bread are incredibly tasty, and offer a great way to use up bread that’s too otherwise too dry to eat. Cube the bread into pieces, and then heat a little olive oil in a pan. Add the bread and keep stirring until the cubes become crispy. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, and then remove from the pan. These croutons pair great with chicken, tomato and fish soups.

The post 3 Soup Toppings to Liven Up Lunch appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

]]> Easy Additions To Make Your Breakfast Cereal Healthier https://thedancingcucumber.com/easy-additions-to-make-your-breakfast-cereal-healthier/ Fri, 16 Aug 2024 08:58:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=9968 For many of us, cereal is often the quickest and easiest breakfast choice in the morning. What could be simpler than pouring milk into a bowl and adding some cereal? However, while this breakfast is undeniably easy, many breakfast cereals don’t offer a decent nutritional start to the day. Luckily, with just a few simple […]

The post Easy Additions To Make Your Breakfast Cereal Healthier appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

]]> For many of us, cereal is often the quickest and easiest breakfast choice in the morning. What could be simpler than pouring milk into a bowl and adding some cereal? However, while this breakfast is undeniably easy, many breakfast cereals don’t offer a decent nutritional start to the day. Luckily, with just a few simple toppings you can boost the health profile of your breakfast, without slowing down your morning routine. Check out these three simple additions which will provide a nutritional (and taste) boost.

Cacao Nibs

These small dark nibs are made from cocoa beans, and contain an incredible amount of health-boosting antioxidants. They are low in sugar but high in healthy fats, and the fiber in these nibs helps to promote healthy digestion.

Mixed Seeds

A sprinkling of mixed seeds over your morning cereal can deliver a whole host of benefits, including a brain boost from the omega 3 and 6, smoother, bouncier skin from the vitamin E, stronger bones and muscles from the protein and calcium, and boosted digestion thanks to the fiber content.

Berries

Fresh or frozen berries can add sweetness to your cereal without you needing to reach for the honey or sugar in the morning. These little powerhouses are also packed with antioxidants, protecting your body throughout, and they will provide you with a range of vitamins and minerals to boost your overall health.

The post Easy Additions To Make Your Breakfast Cereal Healthier appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

]]> Jazz Up Store Bought Pizza https://thedancingcucumber.com/jazz-up-store-bought-pizza/ Fri, 01 Feb 2019 11:21:30 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=2101 After a long day at work, a lot of people are tempted to pick up the phone and order in a pizza. But even if you can’t muster the courage to make one yourself, you can still avoid delivery and do a slightly healthier version of one by using a store-bought pizza. Store-Bought Crust Whether […]

The post Jazz Up Store Bought Pizza appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

]]> After a long day at work, a lot of people are tempted to pick up the phone and order in a pizza. But even if you can’t muster the courage to make one yourself, you can still avoid delivery and do a slightly healthier version of one by using a store-bought pizza.

Store-Bought Crust

Whether you get just raw dough or a pre-made crust, you can make a pizza much healthier by using your own tomato sauce, or making one using a combination of canned pure pureed tomatoes and some real tomatoes. Top it with some cheese and your favorite toppings, and you already have a healthier pizza.

Pre-Made

If you really don’t have the energy to do any cooking, the best thing to do is buy a plain cheese pizza and put your own vegetables on it for the toppings. Using vegetables like peppers, mushrooms, zucchini, or even eggplant will make your pizza at least have some good nutrition.

Spices

Adding spices to your pizza is a great way to get extra antioxidants and other health benefits. Add some spice with red chili flakes or fiber and vitamin E with oregano. You can also add fresh herbs for an even healthier addition.

The post Jazz Up Store Bought Pizza appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

]]> Waffle Toppings to Take Your Dessert Game to a New Level https://thedancingcucumber.com/tasty-waffle-toppings-to-take-your-dessert-game-to-a-new-level/ Fri, 06 Jul 2018 10:00:26 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=559 Do you already have a waffle maker at home, but you’ve simply run out of ideas on how to make the waffles fun again? Well, you can find three amazing ideas if you tag along. These are the perfect summer recipes, that will help you take your waffle toppings game to a whole new level. Summer […]

The post Waffle Toppings to Take Your Dessert Game to a New Level appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

]]> Do you already have a waffle maker at home, but you’ve simply run out of ideas on how to make the waffles fun again? Well, you can find three amazing ideas if you tag along. These are the perfect summer recipes, that will help you take your waffle toppings game to a whole new level.

Summer Waffle

This delicious ice cream topping is everything you need this summer. You can choose any flavor that you like, then add some whipped cream and sprinkles on top. If you are an overachiever, don’t hesitate before topping the topping with some chocolate syrup.

Berry Craze

Nothing beats the waffle-berry combo. The perfect waffle topping is made of all the berries that exist. This is a healthier version compared to adding whipped cream or ice cream on top. Some people really love the taste of banana combined with berries, so that’s another way to go.

Lunch Waffles

Waffle toppings don’t always have to be sweet. You can always switch that sandwich with a delicious waffle topped with avocado, tomato, cucumber and even some bacon. When it comes to salty recipes, you can really experiment with your favorite vegetables. Sour cream is one of the best toppings that goes perfectly with cucumbers and tomatoes.

The post Waffle Toppings to Take Your Dessert Game to a New Level appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

]]>