coconut + turmeric protein bark

insanely delicious and a perfect snack on the go...i know you'll love this treat!

turmeric is obviously an amazing food, as I'm sure you already know. anti inflammatory and a whole host of other benefits. but, in order for your body to properly assimilate and use it, it must be consumed with black pepper, which is also a great digestive aid.

these two super spices are paired with the amazing collagen protein (which you can always sub for whatever protein you have on hand), and the yummy and nutritious fats from coconut. as always, you can substitute any sweetener for the stevia, just add it to taste. you may find it doesn't need any sweetener at all!

1/3 c coconut oil
1/4 c coconut butter
1 dropper full of stevia (or to taste)
2 T collagen protein powder
1 t turmeric
pinch of black pepper
pinch of vanilla bean powder

-blend all ingredients together until very smooth. line a dish with parchment paper and sprinkle 1/3 c chopped macadamia nuts over the bottom. pour mixture over the nuts evenly and set in freezer for 10-15 minutes until firm. break into bite-sized pieces and enjoy! (best if kept in fridge or freezer).

gut healing legume & nut free, protein packed hummus dip

as many of you know, hummus is one of my all-time favorite foods, and lately I've been staying away from legumes as my tummy has not been loving them. I wanted to create a tasty hummus that I could enjoy that was high in protein & nutrients...I think I figured it out! 

this took 5 minutes from start to finish and was a tasty treat that I enjoyed with some grain-free chia crackers. 

ingredients:

4 T collagen protein powder

3 T raw tahini

1/2 c sprouted watermelon or pumpkin seeds

4 T lemon juice

2 T apple cider vinegar 

2 T extra virgin olive oil (or water)

3 garlic cloves

1 t cumin

1 t turmeric

1/4 t sea salt

1/4 t black pepper

handful of cilantro or parsley

-add all ingredients to a blender and blend until very smooth. add more liquid to your liking and serve on sandwiches, with veggies or your favorite chips/crackers!