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Carrot-Cheddar Sandwich

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Always up for something new and healthy, I first enjoyed this novel sandwich at a raw juice bar in Orlando, Florida. Trust me when I tell you that the combo of raw carrot with grassfed cheddar cheese is absolutely delicious!

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Carrot-Cheddar Sandwich

Carrot-Cheddar Sandwich

Ingredients

  • 1 medium organic carrot, grated
  • 2 oz. grassfed cheddar cheese
  • 1-2 tsp mayo
  • Lettuce and sliced tomato
  • 2 slices of your favorite gluten-free or grain-free bread

Instructions

  1. Toast bread. Grate carrot and cheese and transfer to a small bowl.
  2. Add in mayo (or substitute with whole milk yogurt) and mix well to combine.
  3. Top the toasted bread with the carrot-cheddar sandwich filling.
  4. Add lettuce and tomato, if desired.
  5. Serve with fresh pineapple chunks.
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Grilled Chicken Salad (GF)

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This makes a great lunch option for using leftover grilled chicken. For parties, stuff endive leaves with the chicken salad and top with fresh microgreen sprouts. yum!

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Grilled Chicken Salad (GF)

Yield: 2 servings

Grilled Chicken Salad (GF)

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound grilled chicken (or 1 1/2 cups of shredded roast chicken)
  • 1/2 cup finely diced organic apple
  • 1/2 cup finely diced organic celery
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/4 cup organic raisins, currants or dried cranberries
  • 2-3 tbsp mayo
  • Pinch of dried tarragon
  • Sea salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a medium-size mixing bowl, add apple, celery, walnuts and raisins (currants and dried cranberries are also delicious!).
  2. Add two tablespoons of mayo and mix to incorporate all ingredients together.
  3. Dice grilled chicken into bite-size pieces (or use shredded roast chicken). Add to mayo mixture.
  4. Season with a pinch or two of dried tarragon and Celtic sea salt to taste.
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Healthy Chicken Nuggets (GF)

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What are two of the top kid-favorite foods in the U.S.? Yes, you guessed it – the chicken nugget, and of course, the French fry! However, rather than rely on processed frozen varieties, or worse yet, fast food establishments, why not create a real food “Happy Meal” at home.

And since these are so easy to make, why not get your kids involved in preparing them with you! It’s a blessed opportunity to teach your children not only how to cook, but how to eat healthy – two important skills that will last a lifetime!

For more kid-friendly recipes and cooking with kid tips, check out Kids in the Kitchen.

Time-Saving Tip: These delicious gluten-free, grain-free nuggets freeze great, so make a double batch to have on hand for days when you need a quick, but healthy meal! To freeze, simply loosen cooked chicken from bottom of the baking sheet, but leave chicken on the baking sheet and set aside to cool completely. Then, place baking sheet in freezer for a couple of hours to freeze the chicken. Once frozen solid, place chicken nuggets into a freezer safe container, or gallon-size ziplock baggie, and freeze. These reheat great in the oven or toaster oven. Simply thaw the frozen nuggets in the fridge first, then bake at 300 degrees until warmed through and crispy again, about 8-10 minutes.

Kids in the Kitchen: Set up all the ingredients and have your kids do the fun part – dredging the chicken in the GF breadcrumbs!


These gluten-free, grain-free nuggets are the perfect kid-favorite quick lunch or dinner! And because they are made with healthy real food ingredients, you can feel good about serving them!

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Healthy Chicken Nuggets (GF Option)

Yield: 4-5 servings

Healthy Chicken Nuggets (GF Option)

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pound of organic chicken breasts (fat trimmed, no skin)
  • 2 tbsp cultured buttermilk (or non-dairy milk, such as almond milk, if you're DF)
  • 1 large pastured egg
  • 1/8 tsp each of the following herbs/seasonings:
  • garlic powder
  • dried parsley
  • Celtic sea salt
  • Fresh ground pepper
  • 1 cup homemade breadcrumbs
  • Olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly oil a baking sheet with olive oil and set aside.
  2. In a wide shallow bowl or dish, whisk together Kefir, egg and seasonings until slightly foamy.
  3. For chicken strips/tenders: Cut chicken breasts into thin strips about a half-inch in thickness. For chicken nuggets: Cut chicken breasts into small chunks.
  4. Place chicken into the egg wash and be sure to turn them to ensure they are well coated with the egg wash. Allow chicken to sit in the egg wash about two minutes.
  5. On a large plate, add breadcrumbs.
  6. Remove chicken from egg wash, one piece at a time, and dredge through the breadcrumbs, making sure to thoroughly coat each side.
  7. Place chicken on oiled baking sheet, sprinkle with a pinch of salt and bake approximately 15-20 minutes, until breadcrumbs are lightly browned at top/edges and chicken is cooked through.
  8. Serve with Healthy Valley Ranch Dressing and Healthier French Fries.

Notes

Chicken Parmesan Dunkers: For a delicious chicken nugget parmesan, simply reduce the breadcrumbs to 3/4 cup and add 1/4 grated parmesan cheese. Serve nuggets with a side of warm marinara sauce. Yum!

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