Just wrapped an incredibly inspiring weekend at a blog conference in Salt Lake City. I stayed at my mom’s house to lessen the commute and got to enjoy some great breakfast chats with her over this yummy dish – Breakfast Quinoa with Blueberries. We are both a few weeks into the The Fast Metabolism Diet (see how I lost 5 lbs in a week!). During Phase 1 grains and fruits are important – making this breakfast the perfect way to start your day! Quinoa definitely makes an appearance in our dinner and snack menu plans. Quinoa and Parmesan Cheese-Stuffed Tomatoes – yes, please! But I have yet to try quinoa for breakfast so I was intrigued when my mom shared this dish with me.

The dish is so simple to make!

Arrowhead Mills Organic Gluten-Free Quinoa Rice & Shine Hot Cereal

1 cup of rinsed blueberries
Stevia
Cinnamon

Prepare according to the box instructions. Just add water – it’s super simple! Mix with fresh blueberries and top with sprinkles of cinnamon and Stevia. Enjoy!

I love recipes like this for Phase 1 of Haylie Pomeroy’s Fast Metabolism Diet. The quinoa adds a slightly nutty taste and the protein keeps you full for much longer.

You can find the Quinoa Rice and Shine at Harmon’s or also on Amazon.com at the link below. Love free shipping and you get 5 percent off when you add it to your subscribe and save order!

I am still loving this book and the results I am seeing from it! I took a mini-break while I was at the blogging conference, but now I am back on board!

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What are your favorite healthy breakfast recipes?

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Call me crazy, the brussel sprout is one of my favorite vegetables. Not just any brussel sprouts, brussel sprouts roasted in coconut oil and sea salt. I pop these yummy morsels in my mouth like candy. I seriously hesitate to share with my children and my husband’s fingers better move fast if he wants any.

When I was asked to try out Tropical Traditions Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil, I just knew it was perfect for my favorite brussel sprouts recipe. The Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil is certified organic and traditionally made. The taste is pure and delicious!

Ready to try out the infamous brussel sprouts? They are beyond easy to make. Most of the time, I guesstimate my ingredients for this recipe according to taste, but I’ve written out some estimations just for you. My sister in law shared this recipe with me and I’ve been a fan ever since!

Roasted Coconut Brussel Sprouts

Ingredients:

Brussell Sprouts – a bowlful

Sea Salt – 1/2 teaspoon

Tropical Traditions Organic Virgin Coconut Oil – 2 tablespoons

Directions:

Preheat oven to 400. Line a baking sheet or pan with foil (all about avoiding messes!) Cut the stem off of each brussel sprout and then cut in half vertically. Gently rinse brussel sprouts. Place brussel sprouts with melted coconut oil and sea salt in a sealed plastic bag and shake. Pour onto baking sheet. Roast approximately 30-45 minutes. Be sure to check on them often during the last minutes to make sure they don’t burn! I love mine with just a little crisp!

Tropical Traditions has kindly agreed to give one of my readers their own 1 quart jar of Tropical Traditions Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil. I hope you love it as much as I do. You can find out more about the product in this video or at this link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4h6eycjf29M

My family has been using coconut oil for about three years. It’s a fantastic addition to our pantry and has so many uses! You can check out more ways to use coconut oil here.

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