Nicole Alexandra

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15-Minute Easy Beef and Broccoli Bowl the Whole Family Will Love

Using minimal ingredients, this easy beef and broccoli bowl comes together in 15 min and is full of delicious flavor your whole family will love!

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In the hustle and bustle of life, we often find ourselves craving a quick and satisfying meal that doesn’t compromise on flavor. This easy beef and broccoli bowl is a timeless favorite that perfectly fits the bill. Bursting with rich savory flavor of beef, tender broccoli, and fluffy rice, this dish is not only a treat for your taste buds but also a breeze to prepare.

I find myself making this recipe weekly because it comes together so quickly, is delicious, and the cleanup is minimal. If you don’t eat beef, you could try to substitute ground turkey or cooked beans for the protein.

I also have a clever trick to sneak in some extra veggies: When you’re cooking rice, try adding some riced cauliflower. Not only does it boost the fiber and nutrient content of your dish, but it seamlessly blends in with the rice, both in terms of flavor and texture. Give it a try and watch how easily you can amp up the nutritional value of your meal!

You can always omit the riced cauliflower, but I think it’s a great addition. You can usually find it already prepared for you at the grocery store in either the produce section with the bagged salad or in the freezer section with the veggies. It also cooks up very quickly.

So skip the take-out and enjoy this amazing and quick dish!

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Ingredients You’ll Need:

  • Ground Beef
  • Broccoli
  • Cooked Brown Rice
  • Riced Cauliflower
  • Garlic Powder
  • Seasoning Salt
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Butter
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easy beef and broccoli

15-Minute Easy Beef and Broccoli Bowl the Whole Family Will Love

Nicole Alexandra
Using minimal ingredients, this easy beef and broccoli bowl comes together in 15 min and is full of delicious flavor your whole family will love!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 cups chopped broccoli
  • 1 cup riced cauliflower
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 1/2 tsp seasoning salt, MSG free
  • 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Rice

  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tbsp butter

Instructions
 

  • Rinse the rice and add it to a pot along with 1/2 tbsp of butter and 1/4 tsp garlic powder and then cook the rice according to the package instructions.
  • Place a large skillet over medium heat and add 1/2 tbsp of olive oil. Add your ground beef and cook until no longer pink. Season with 1 tsp of seasoning salt and 1 tsp of garlic powder. Transfer the ground beef to a bowl to keep warm.
  • Using the same large skillet over medium heat add another tbsp olive oil.  Add the chopped broccoli and 3 tbsp of water. Cover with a lid and saute for 6-7 min, then check the tenderness of the broccoli and stir.
  • Once the broccoli is tender, add the riced cauliflower and cook an additional 3-5 minutes. Turn off your stove and season the veggies with 1/2 tsp of olive oil, 1/2 tsp of seasoning salt, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder.
  • Add the cooked ground beef and combine it with the veggies. Then add your cooked rice and combine the dish together.
  • Place in bowls, serve, and enjoy!
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Quick and Easy Enchilada Skillet with Rice

On nights when you just want to make a “don’t want to think about it” meal, make this delicious and healthy enchilada skillet!

Enchilada Skillet

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I’m all about quick, easy, and healthy dinners; this is the perfect recipe for that combo! This meal has it all: fiber, fat, protein, and carbs. Made with sauteed veggies, beans, cheese, brown rice, and avocado, it’s nutritious and comfort in a bowl. With minimal prep and easy cleanup, you’ll have a healthy and tasty family-friendly meal on the dinner table in no time!

I’ve made versions of this meal many times, but the difference this time is that I added enchilada sauce. I love verde sauce, but red enchilada sauce would also taste fabulous in this dish.

And although this meal is vegetarian, you could certainly add chicken or ground meat for even more flavor and protein. I love topping this dish with avocado, jalapeno, a little greek yogurt, and cilantro. You’ll love how easy this meal comes together for busy weeknights!

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Quick and Easy Enchilada Skillet with Rice

Nicole Alexandra
On nights when you just want to make a "don't want to think about it" meal, make this delicious and healthy enchilada skillet with rice!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 yellow onion, diced
  • 1 large red bell pepper, diced diced
  • 1 15 ounce can of pinto or black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1 cup frozen cauliflower rice
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 8 ounce package of green enchilada sauce I like simply organic
  • 1 cup shredded cheese I use white cheddar
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced

For Garnish

  • sliced jalapenos
  • cilantro
  • greek yogurt or sour cream

For Rice

  • 1 cup rice, cooked according to the package
  • 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • pinch of salt

Instructions
 

  • Add the rice to a pot with 1/2 tbsp of olive oil, 1/2 tsp of garlic powder, and a little salt, and cook according to the package.
  • While the rice is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet and add your diced onions and red bell peppers. Season with garlic powder and salt and let cook stirring occasionally for about 8 minutes or until the veggies are soft.
  • Add in your beans, riced cauliflower, and frozen corn, and saute another few minutes. Then add in the enchilada sauce and let simmer for 5 min.
  • Remove the skillet from heat, and add your cooked rice and shredded cheese to the pan.
  • Divide into bowls and serve topped with avocado, greek yogurt or sour cream, cilantro, and jalapenos. Enjoy!
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Healthy Butterfinger Smoothie

This butterfinger smoothie combines frozen bananas, peanut butter, spinach, vanilla protein powder, and hemp seeds for a butterfinger blizzard-like taste!

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I love how good food can create such fond memories. Growing up, my dad used to create these incredibly delicious homemade butterfinger blizzards for my younger brother and me. Even now, they remain my absolute favorite childhood treat, evoking such fond memories. This protein smoothie not only takes me right back to my childhood but also offers a satisfying healthy treat.

My go-to staple ingredients for delicious smoothies are frozen bananas and peanut butter. However, I usually use chocolate protein powder. But when I used the vanilla it totally surprised me by tasting like a butterfinger! Adding the hemp seeds at the end gives this smoothie a nice crunch, just like the little blended butterfinger bits in my dad’s homemade blizzard.

How is this butterfinger smoothie healthy?

This smoothie recipe is irresistible and healthy by providing an impressive 34 grams of protein! The hemp seeds contribute protein and fiber, which will leave you feeling satisfied and satiated. Furthermore, the addition of spinach gives this smoothie extra nutrients and the ripe banana adds sweetness with a creamy and thick texture.

This smoothie is a crowd pleaser, from my 4-year-old son to my husband to my picky mom lol, everyone loves this butterfinger smoothie. Don’t let the green color of this smoothie deter you, I’m telling you it’s so good and will absolutely satisfy your sweet tooth!

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Healthy Butterfinger Smoothie

Nicole Alexandra
This butterfinger smoothie combines frozen bananas, peanut butter, spinach, vanilla protein powder, and hemp seeds for a butterfinger blizzard-like taste!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Drinks
Servings 1

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
  • 1/2 ripe medium frozen banana
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 2 scoops(37 grams) vanilla protein powder, I use Orgain Simple
  • 1 tbsp peanut butter
  • 3 tbsp hemp seeds also called hemp hearts
  • 5-6 ice cubes

Instructions
 

  • Place all ingredients except hemp seeds into a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth.
  • Pour into a glass and add the hemp seeds on top. Stir the hemp seeds into the smoothie and enjoy!
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How To Make Canned Chickpeas Taste Delicious

This is the simplest canned chickpea recipe that is full of flavor, a vegetarian protein source, and it tastes amazing!

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Sure you can open a can of chickpeas, rinse and throw them in your salad or whatever recipe you’re making, but if you want to really make those chickpeas stand out, then you’ve got to give this simple but delicious recipe a try. No more bland canned beans here!

This recipe only calls for five ingredients and in under 10 mins, you have a tasty vegetarian protein source to throw in all types of recipes or to even eat by themselves. They’re seriously addicting! And you can feel great about serving this delicious and healthy canned chickpea recipe to your family!

Ingredients For The Best Tasting Canned Chickpeas:

  • Chickpeas: One organic can of chickpeas is obviously the main star of this dish. Also called garbanzo beans, this little legume is packed full of protein and fiber
  • EVOO: extra virgin olive oil will help make the chickpeas tender plus EVOO is rich in antioxidants and monounsaturated fats
  • Onion: diced and sauteed with the chickpeas, they get caramelized and sweet
  • Garlic Powder: adds instant flavor and is high in iron, potassium, and magnesium
  • Salt: I cook with Pink Himalayan Salt which gives this dish a bit more flavor
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Double This Recipe For Leftovers or Meal Prep!

This recipe calls for one can of chickpeas, but my husband and I can eat it all in one meal especially if it’s our only source of protein for that meal. Therefore, I like to double this recipe for leftovers. Cooked chickpeas will stay good in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Ways To Eat Cooked Chickpeas:

  • Make Chickpea Gyros
  • Alongside roasted veggies
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How To Make Canned Chickpeas Taste Amazing

Nicole Alexandra
This is the simplest canned chickpea recipe that is full of flavor, a vegetarian protein source, and it tastes amazing!
This recipe only calls for five ingredients and in under 10 mins, you have a tasty vegetarian protein source to throw in all types of recipes or to even eat by themselves. They're seriously addicting!
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 15 ounce can of chickpeas
  • 1/2 small white or walla walla onion diced
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • generous pinch of salt salt to your liking

Instructions
 

  • Dice your onion.
  • Drain and rinse the can of chickpeas until the bubbles are gone.
  • Heat a skillet on medium heat and add the olive oil.
  • Add the chickpeas, onion, garlic powder, and salt to the pan.
  • Saute stirring occasionally until the chickpeas are tender and the onion is lightly browned. About 8 min or so.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Notes

*Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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Frozen Chocolate-Covered Banana Clusters

These easy and delicious chocolate-covered banana clusters are a healthy cold treat the whole family will love!

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With summer in full swing, we’re enjoying plenty of ice cream, snow cones, popsicles, and cold treats. But as usual, I’m always looking for new ways to put a healthier spin on recipes to pack in more nutrition. These yogurt clusters are no exception. They are cold, creamy, and nutty, with a crunchy chocolatey shell, similar to an ice cream bar. The Greek yogurt gives this dessert a good dose of protein. And the combination of the banana, peanut butter, and chocolate is a match made in heaven.

frozen chocolate banana

Ingredients For Chocolate-Covered Banana Clusters:

  • Greek Yogurt: The main ingredient, full-fat greek yogurt is rich and creamy.
  • Mashed Ripe Bananas: The bananas give it a sweet and creamy taste. You could substitute strawberries or another fruit instead of bananas if you want.
  • Peanut Butter: You just need a little bit, but it goes so well with the banana and chocolate. Any nut butter would be great in this recipe or you could omit it.
  • Vanilla Extract: Vanilla extract gives any dessert a fabulous taste.
  • Honey: Since this recipe calls for plain greek yogurt, this will naturally sweeten this recipe.
  • Walnuts: The nuts add healthy fats and a nice crunch but it’s completely optional.
  • Melted Chocolate: I used semi-sweet chocolate chips but feel free to use any chocolate you prefer.

This will become your new healthy summer treat!

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Frozen Chocolate-Covered Banana Clusters

Nicole Alexandra
These easy and delicious chocolate-covered banana clusters are a healthy cold treat the whole family will love!
They are cold, creamy, and nutty, with a crunchy chocolatey shell, similar to an ice cream bar. The Greek yogurt gives this dessert a good dose of protein. And the combination of the banana, peanut butter, and chocolate is a match made in heaven.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups chopped ripe but firm banana
  • 1 cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp peanut butter
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp chopped walnuts
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions
 

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients but the chocolate.
  • Using a spoon, scoop out small clusters and put them on the parchment paper, evenly spaced out.
  • Freeze for an hour until the clusters are firm.
  • Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave.
  • Dip most of the cluster into the melted chocolate and place it back on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Freeze for an additional 5 min until the chocolate has hardened.
  • Take one out of the freezer and enjoy!
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