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Nutrient-Dense Thanksgiving Recipes for a More Nourishing Holiday
By Melissa Zitt
The holidays are full of traditions - parades and football, matching pajamas and cheesy movies, family road trips and joyous gatherings - but let's be honest, we're here for the food.
That's why we're sharing some of our favorite holiday recipes that bring all the flavors you love with ingredients that love you back.
If need help with specific substitutions to fit your dietary needs, please reach out to me! [email protected]
Appetizers
Bacon Wrapped Prunes
This is one of my favorite appetizers year round due to how easy it is to put together, even the day before. Feel free to swap the almond for the stuffing of your choice or no stuffing at all. You can also swap the prunes for dates (though prunes have a slightly preferred nutrient profile + less sugar). Recipe at FoodNetwork.com.
Sage Stuffed Mushrooms
Mushrooms are one of the most nutrient dense foods we enjoy and are perfectly complimented with the savory flavors of fall. This ...
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By Patrick Zitt, DC, DNM, IFMCP, MS
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Paleo Chocolate Zucchini Quick Bread
By Melissa Zitt
If there is one thing I have learned after years of avoiding gluten, dairy, refined sugar, and processed oils, it's that you really don't need any of those things to make something delicious.
This chocolate zucchini quick bread (or muffins) is everything you could want in a healthy indulgence:
- High protein
- Low(ish) carb
- Healthy fats
- Grain free
- Refined sugar free
- Hidden veggies
- Chocolate
- Quick assembly
- Easy cleanup
- Foolproof
I adapted this recipe from the Gluten Free Palate to include more veggies, protein, and gooey chocolatey goodness.
Great results every time.
Over the past few weeks I have made several batches and I discovered that you cannot mess this recipe up. I have added protein powder and left it out. I used a small zucchini and then a large one. I got distracted and left the loaf in the oven about 10 minutes too long. And even though I suppose there were slight differences between the batches, they each received their own rave reviews.
...The BEST Paleo Protein Hot Chocolate with Coconut Whipped Cream
By Melissa Zitt
Warm. Rich. Creamy. CHOCOLATY GOODNESS IN A CUP.
Who doesn’t love hot cocoa?
If you’re following a dairy or sugar free lifestyle though, you may have thought this indulgence was lost to you forever.
WELL MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU! Because we’re bringing you a hot chocolate recipe that is:
- High Protein
- Low carb and ketogenic diet adaptable
- Gluten, dairy and refined sugar free
- AMAZING!
What’s even better? This recipe is as simple as opening up a packet of Swiss Miss. No crazy substitutions or chemistry experiments to make it taste like the real deal.
Of course you can get fancy if you wanted to. Add a teaspoon of pure vanilla extract, a dash or two of cinnamon and nutmeg or even a dollop of coconut whipped cream (betchya thought you couldn't have whipped cream anymore either!)
So! Light a fire, turn on a Hallmark Christmas movie and sip on this delicious hot chocolate.
Why we chose Designs For Health PurePaleo chocolate protein
We've tried many protein...
Dr. Patrick Zitt, DC, DNM, MS
Author
Dr. Z is the founder of Perfect Human Function and the Anxiety Liberation Project. He has a passion for healthy living and a gift for teaching. His goal is to continuously increase his understanding of the human condition and share helpful insights along the way.
Melissa Zitt
Author
Melissa is the lead administrator for Perfect Human Function and wife of Dr. Zitt. She has been applying the principles of functional medicine to her own household and is happy to share her secrets.
