Recipes - Ancestral Nutrition

Blog March 5, 2014

Five Ingredient Eggplant Dip

I love dips. There’s something about setting out dips, homemade bread, olives, raw cheese and cured meats that makes me feel very European, and I’m into that. Even though I’ve only been to Europe once. Also, I’d just like to say that I’m so excited for the farmers market to come back next month. My favorite farmer has amazing, gigantic, organic eggplants. Only one more month until that awesome market is back in my life! And eggplants are super healthy. Eggplants contain: vitamin C beta carotene phosphorous potassium magnesium niacin copper thiamin vitamin B6 This dip is super easy to make and goes over well at parties. Sources: http://ndb.nal.usda.gov/ndb/foods/show/3010?fg=&man=&lfacet=&format=&count=&max=25&offset=&sort=&qlookup=eggplant 5 ingredient Eggplant Dip I love easy healthy dips like this 5 ingredient eggplant dip! All you need to do is roast some eggplants and a whole head of garlic and you have yourself the best healthy appetizer ever! Perfect for…

Blog February 28, 2014

Immune Boosting Spicy Cabbage Salad

I know that cabbage is kind of an acquired taste. It seems like people either love it or hate it. I grew up eating it, so I love it. Which is great because cabbage is super healthy, especially when it’s paired with carrots, ginger, jalapeño, fermented mayo and apple cider vinegar. This salad will help: prevent cancer improve gut function provide beneficial enzymes provide beneficial gut flora reduce inflammation provide several vitamins and minerals boost the immune system detoxify So yeah, I’d say this salad is pretty good for you. And it tastes awesome! I love the spiciness of the jalapeño with the sweetness of the raw honey and creaminess of the homemade mayo. Oh my god it’s so good. Immune Boosting Spicy Cabbage Salad This easy red cabbage salad will help: prevent cancer, improve gut function, provide beneficial enzymes provide beneficial gut flora reduce inflammation provide several vitamins…

Blog February 27, 2014

Kimchi Fried Rice & Eggs

Kimchi rice has quickly become my favorite post-workout meal. It’s full of healthy fats, probiotics, protein, veggies, and glucose. Kimchi is fermented cabbage and spices and it’s the national dish of Korea. Some Korean homes even have a separate fridge just to store kimchi. I learned that on House Hunters International. It’s quick and easy to prepare for a post-workout recovery, too. At the beginning of each week I make a batch of white rice (you can read about why I eat white rice here) so this really only takes a few minutes to throw together. Kimchi Fried Rice KIMCHI RICE HAS QUICKLY BECOME MY FAVORITE POST-WORKOUT MEAL.It’s full of healthy fats, probiotics, protein, veggies, and glucose. Kimchi is fermented cabbage and spices and it’s the national dish of Korea. 1/2 cup white rice1/2 cup kimchiHalf an onion (diced)2 garlic cloves (minced)1 tbsp coconut oil (THIS coconut oil has…

Blog February 25, 2014

Vanilla Salted Caramel Cups

I’m not a huge chocolate fan. Or a caramel cups fan… most of the time. I know it’s nuts but chocolate just doesn’t really do it for me. I much prefer vanilla, and I love vanilla with caramel. These make great candies and are the perfect little treat. Caramel recipe HERE. Vanilla Salted Caramel Cups These vegan and paleo Salted Caramel Cups make great candies and are the perfect healthy little treat. 2 cups cashews (I buy THIS brand)1/2 cup maple syrup (I buy THIS brand)1/2 cup coconut oil (melted (I buy expeller pressed, it has no coconut flavor))1 tbsp vanilla (I buy THIS brand) Soak the cashews overnight in filtered water.Drain the cashews and add them to a blender with all of the other ingredients. You will need a strong blender for this, like a Vitamix.Pour the mixture equally into 8 cupcake tins.Add to the fridge and make the caramel…

Blog February 22, 2014

Jalapeño Cilantro Deviled Eggs

I’m obsessed with deviled eggs. They are freaking delicious and make the best snacks! Plus, eggs are rich in vitamins A, E, D and K, choline and the beneficial omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA. They’re basically multivitamins, ones that you can actually absorb and easily digest. These are also perfect for parties. You don’t have to add the jalapeño ring on top, but I am in love with spicy food so I of course do. The creaminess of the yolk and mayo pair perfectly with the cilantro and jalapeño. It’s unbelievably good. Jalapeno Cilantro Deviled Eggs I’m obsessed with deviled eggs. They are freaking delicious and make the best snacks!Plus, eggs are rich in vitamins A, E, D and K, choline and the beneficial omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA. They’re basically multivitamins, ones that you can actually absorb and easily digest. 3 hard-boiled eggs1 jalapeño2 tbsp fermented mayo…

Blog February 21, 2014

Paleo Chicken Nuggets with Sriracha Mayo

Who doesn’t love chicken nuggets?! Especially if you’re a kid. They’re the perfect snack and they’re so easy to make. Unfortunately, a lot of people just pop some Tyson chicken nuggets into the oven and call it a day. I mean, their commercials say it’s healthy, so it is right? Wrong. Tyson chicken nuggets come from birds fed GMOs. And the ingredients aren’t so stellar either. Chicken, water, salt, and natural flavor. BREADED WITH: Wheat flour, water, wheat starch, white whole wheat flour, salt, contains 2% or less of the following: yellow corn flour, corn starch, dried onion, dried garlic, dried yeast, brown sugar, extractives of paprika, and spices. Breading set in vegetable oil. Gluten, vegetable oil and GMOs galore. Lucky for you my chicken nuggets are super easy to make and only take a few minutes. Paleo Chicken Nuggets with Sriracha Mayo Who doesn’t love chicken nuggets?! Especially if…

Beef February 19, 2014

Philly Cheesesteak Casserole

One time Scott and I took a day trip to Philly just so I could get a grass-fed Philly cheesesteak and go to a bakery we like. I didn’t eat the sub roll, but holy hell does a Philly cheesesteak do a person good. But I crave them about once a month. It’s not always realistic to drop everything and drive to Philadelphia (although it’s definitely fun to do and I highly recommend it). Anyway, I was craving a Philly cheesesteak like crazy last week. I didn’t want to go out and buy one made of CAFO cow and wrapped in a tub of gluten. So I figured I could just make my own version, and it was freaking delicious. Philly Cheesesteak Casserole Philly Cheesesteak Casserole is all about the best parts of a philly cheesesteak sandwich. Have it all together, as a perfect dinner dish! 1 green…

Blog February 18, 2014

Easy Banana Bread (Grain, Dairy & Nut Free)

Not only is this bread gluten and grain free, it doesn’t have any dairy, nuts or added sweeteners. This makes it a safe option for breakfast or great as a quick and filling snack that won’t weigh you down or spike your blood sugar. It took about 5 minutes to throw together and 30 minutes in the oven, making this one of the easiest desserts ever (which I like). Just goes to show you don’t need to spend a lot of time in the kitchen to make tasty treats that are also healthy. It really couldn’t be easier, and you can freeze it too! Easy Grain-free Banana Bread Not only is this banana bread gluten and grain free, it doesn’t have any dairy, nuts or added sweeteners.This makes it a safe option for breakfast or great as a quick and filling snack that won’t weigh you down or spike…

Blog February 17, 2014

Greek Goat Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

Greek food is my favorite food. Dill and oregano are two of my favorite spices and they work really well in these stuffed ‘shrooms, but feel free to add or omit any spices. You can also use feta cheese instead of goat cheese, which was my plan until I realized I didn’t have any feta. I also added red pepper flakes, because I’m obsessed with all things spicy. Greek Goat Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 10 mins Total time: 20 mins Ingredients 6 mushrooms caps, stems removed and set aside 1 tbsp butter, ghee or coconut oil 5-6 cups spinach (it shrinks!) 2 tbsp sun dried tomatoes 1 garlic clove 3.5 oz goat cheese dash of oregano dash of dill Instructions Preheat oven to 375. Remove the stems from the mushrooms and give them a chop. Give the spinach a rough chop. Melt the butter, ghee…

Blog February 14, 2014

Liver Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Jalapeños

Let’s be honest, most people think liver is disgusting. The truth is that liver is pretty delicious, especially if you make it right. One of the best meals I ever had included duck liver pate and holy hell was it amazing. Most people also don’t realize that liver is the most nutritious food on earth. Yup, you read that right. More nutrient dense than “super foods” like chia seeds or goji berries, more nutrient dense than broccoli, more nutrient dense that kale. See this chart I made: Kale (100 g) Beef Liver (100 g) Iron 1.47 (non-heme) 4.90 Phosphorous 92 387 Zinc 0.56 4 Niacin 1 13.175 Folate 141 290 B6 0.271 1.083 B12 0 59.30 Vitamin A (retinol) 500 (has to be converted) 4968 Vitamin D 0 49 Liver is a nutritional powerhouse! Which is why instead of taking a multivitamin, I recommend eating liver; or at least taking…