Saturday, June 6, 2015

Fixate Cookbook

Autumn Calabrese, creator of the 21 day fix, is coming out with a cookbook on July 14th! It includes 101 21 day fix approved recipes. We have a sneak peak for those waiting for it to release! They look so good!! I can't wait to get my hands on this cook book!!


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Zucchini Chips


SERVES: 4 Prep Time: 15 min. Cooking Time: 2 hrs. CONTAINER EQUIVALENTS (per serving): 1 green  ½ tsp

2 large zucchini, very thinly sliced
1 Tbsp. olive oil
½ tsp. sea salt (or Himalayan salt)


1. Preheat oven to 225° F.
2. Place zucchini slices in one layer between paper towels to help draw out liquid.
3. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
4. Place zucchini slices on prepared baking sheets.
5. Brush zucchini with oil; sprinkle with salt.
6. Bake for 2 hours, or until golden brown and crispy.
7. Cool completely before serving.


Pineapple Chicken Skewers

SERVES: 4 (2 skewers each) Prep Time: 20 min. Cooking Time: 10 min. CONTAINER EQUIVALENTS (per serving):1/2 green 1/2 purple 1 red

8 bamboo skewers
1 lb. raw chicken breast, boneless, skinless, cut into 16 1-inch pieces
¼ cup reduced-sodium tamari soy sauce, gluten-free
2 tsp. sesame oil
2 tsp. grated fresh ginger
1 (8-oz.) can pineapple chunks in juice, drained
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 16 1-inch chunks
 ½ large red onion, cut into 16 1-inch chunks 

1. Soak bamboo skewers in water for 30 minutes.
2. Place chicken in resealable plastic bag (or container); add soy sauce, oil, and ginger; seal bag and shake gently to mix. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes to marinate.
3. Preheat gas or charcoal grill on medium heat.
4. Place a piece of chicken, pineapple chunk, bell pepper, and onion onto a skewer. Repeat, so the skewer has two pieces of each ingredient. Repeat with seven remaining skewers. Discard marinade that contained chicken.
5. Grill skewers on covered grill for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until chicken is no longer pink in the middle.
6. Serve immediately



Quinoa and Black Bean Salad

SERVES: 12 (1 cup each) Prep Time: 30 min. Cooking Time: 12 min. CONTAINER EQUIVALENTS (per serving): 1 green 2 yellow 1½ tsp

1⁄3 cup fresh lime juice
1 Tbsp. ground cumin
1 Tbsp. sea salt (or Himalayan salt)
1⁄3 cup olive oil
2 cans black beans, (15-oz. ea.) drained, rinsed
4½ tsp. red wine vinegar
Ground black pepper (to taste; optional)
4 cups water
2 cups dry quinoa, rinsed
1 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 medium orange bell pepper, finely chopped
1 medium yellow bell pepper, finely chopped
1 (10-oz.) bag frozen corn, thawed
1 bunch fresh cilantro, finely chopped

1. Combine lime juice, cumin, and salt in a medium bowl; whisk to blend.
2. Slowly add oil, while whisking constantly. Set aside.
3. Combine beans, vinegar, and pepper (if desired) in a medium bowl; mix well. Set aside.
4. Bring water to a boil in medium saucepan over high heat.
5. Add quinoa. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, covered, for 10 to 12 minutes, or until all water has been absorbed. Remove from heat. Cool for 15 to 30 minutes. Set aside.
6. Place cooled quinoa in a large bowl. Fluff with a fork.
7. Add bell peppers, corn, cilantro, bean mixture, and dressing; toss gently to blend. 

TIP: This salad is delicious when eaten immediately. It holds well, refrigerated, and can be eaten for 2 to 3 days.


Starwberry-Banana Ice Cream

SERVES: 2 ( 1 ⁄3 cup each) Prep Time: 10 min. Cooking Time: None CONTAINER EQUIVALENTS (per serving): 1½ yellow

2 medium ripe bananas, cut into pieces
1 cup frozen strawberries
Unsweetened almond milk (optional)

1. Place banana in plastic bag; freeze for 4 hours, or until completely frozen.
2. Place banana and strawberries in blender (or food processor); cover. Blend until smooth. Add 1 to 2 Tbsp. almond milk, if needed, for creamier texture.
3. Serve immediately


Roasted Vegetable Soup

SERVES: 6 (approx. 1½ cup each) Prep Time: 30 min. Cooking Time: 55 min. CONTAINER EQUIVALENTS (per serving): 3 green ½ orange  ½ tsp

1 lb. butternut squash, peeled, seeded, cut into 1½-inch pieces 
6 medium parsnips, peeled, cut into 1½-inch pieces 
2 medium carrots, peeled, cut into 1½-inch pieces 
2 medium onions, quartered 
1 medium yellow (or orange) bell pepper, cut into 1½-inch pieces 
1 Tbsp. olive oil 
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh thyme (or 2 tsp. dried thyme) 
1 tsp. sea salt (or Himalayan salt), divided use 
½ tsp. ground black pepper 
6 cups low-sodium organic vegetable broth, divided use 
1 Tbsp. hot pepper sauce (like Tabasco) (to taste; optional) 
6 tsp. raw pumpkin seeds

1. Preheat oven to 425° F. 
2. Line two large baking sheets with foil. Set aside. 
3. Combine squash, parsnips, carrots, onions, and bell pepper in a large bowl; mix well. 
4. Add oil, thyme, ½ tsp. salt, and pepper; toss gently to blend. Divide vegetables between prepared baking sheets. 
5. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, stirring twice, until tender and golden brown. 
6. Place 4 cups broth and roasted vegetables in a blender or food processor, in two or more batches, if necessary; cover with lid and kitchen towel. Blend until smooth. 
7. Cook vegetable mixture, remaining 2 cups broth, and hot sauce (if desired) in large saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes, or until heated through. 
8. Season with remaining ½ tsp. salt. 
9. Serve immediately topped evenly with pumpkin seeds.


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