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Egg Salad Sandwich (serves 3-4) Ingredients: 4 eggs 1 medium...

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:13:55 -0400

Egg Salad Sandwich (serves 3-4)

Ingredients:
4 eggs
1 medium carrot, minced
1 celery stalk, minced
1 Persian cucumber, minced
1/4 onion, minced
3/4 cup light mayo
Pepper and salt to taste
Whole wheat bread

Directions:
1. Boil eggs for 10-12 mins. Shell and slice.
2. In a medium bowl mix carrot, celery, onion, cucumber, salt, pepper and light mayo. Add eggs and mix together.
3. Toast bread and spread egg salad spread. ENJOY!!!

Aren’t you #happy it’s #Saturday? #papaya #banana...

Sat, 04 May 2013 10:48:37 -0400

Aren’t you #happy it’s #Saturday? #papaya #banana #swisschard #cilantro #carrot #spirulina #homemade #smoothie

#Roast #sandwich for #breakfast! Don’t ask me why...

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 14:40:39 -0400

#Roast #sandwich for #breakfast! Don’t ask me why it’s called roast because I wouldn’t know how to answer you. #healthy #foodie (at www.thehappyhealthyhippie.com)

Tonight, dinner was made in 30 minutes. #Cauliflower #rice #Crab...

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 22:22:38 -0400

Tonight, dinner was made in 30 minutes. #Cauliflower #rice #Crab #cake and some #Baked #Sweet potato #fries. #YUM! (at www.thehappyhealthyhippie.com)

Having a lil #makeout sesh with mr #banana over here with some...

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 13:46:27 -0400

Having a lil #makeout sesh with mr #banana over here with some #homemade honey roasted #peanutbutter #foodporn redefined (at www.thehappyhealthyhippie.com)

Today’s #Green #Juice #Breakfast is brought to you by 2...

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 11:26:40 -0400

Today’s #Green #Juice #Breakfast is brought to you by 2 kinds of #kale #carrot #cilantro #strawberry #banana #cinnamon #chia #oats #spirulina and a side of #pretty daisies 🌼 #healthy (at www.thehappyhealthyhippie.com)

Ultra Healthy Baked Pineapple Chicken Ingredients: 4 pcs organic...

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 11:11:00 -0400

Ultra Healthy Baked Pineapple Chicken

Ingredients:
4 pcs organic chicken breast
1 tbsp garlic, minced
1 tbsp ginger, minced
1/2 cup onion, sliced
1 cup real pineapple, sliced
2 sprigs cilantro for garnish

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
In an ungreased baking pan, place unseasoned chicken pieces. Bake for 20 minutes.

2. In a saucepan, cook garlic, ginger for 2 mins in medium heat. Then add onion, wait to caramelize before adding pineapple. Cook for another 7 mins.

3. Take chicken out from the oven to pour pineapple onion glaze over. Continue baking for 20 to 25 mins.
Garnish with cilantro.

4. Enjoy the natural flavors of your ultra healthy dish!

* If you’re trying to cook/eat healthier, try to take high salt, canned, processed and factory made sauces from your diet. Your body and taste buds will thank you!!!

#healthy #recipe #foodie #baked #pineapple #chicken

Tonight’s #easy #healthy #dinner: #Broiled #Rainbow...

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 23:20:01 -0400

Tonight’s #easy #healthy #dinner:

#Broiled #Rainbow Trout and Brussel Sprout #Kale #Salad #yum #LOVE #donthateonthehashtag (at www.thehappyhealthyhippie.com)

I started drinking #lemon and warm #water to stimulate my body...

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 09:43:39 -0400

I started drinking #lemon and warm #water to stimulate my body (digestive system, liver, etc) first thing in the #morning. Instead of coffee, lemon water wakes me up from the inside out. It’s good for the heart and its high in alkaline which is good for my metabolism. Rise and shine! #ayurveda #health (at www.thehappyhealthyhippie.com)

#Passover ain’t over yet! #ManBreakfast #oilfree #nosalt...

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 11:41:30 -0400

#Passover ain’t over yet! #ManBreakfast #oilfree #nosalt #protein #organic #farmersmarket #eggs #homemade #peanutbutter #hashtaghashtaghashtag (at www.thehappyhealthyhippie.com)

I’m on an #oatmeal roll this weekend! I topped it with...

Sun, 17 Mar 2013 11:40:33 -0400

I’m on an #oatmeal roll this weekend! I topped it with #strawberry #raspberries and a couple of #vegan dark #chocolate chips just for #fun! #healthy #breakfast (at www.thehappyhealthyhippie.com)

#breakfast in #bed pre #yoga training: #oatmeal w/ #homemade...

Sat, 16 Mar 2013 10:57:52 -0400

#breakfast in #bed pre #yoga training: #oatmeal w/ #homemade #peanutbutter #strawberry #banana topping #healthy (at www.thehappyhealthyhippie.com)

Ooooh a #rainbow!!! #breakfast #smoothie (at...

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 13:08:01 -0400

Ooooh a #rainbow!!! #breakfast #smoothie (at www.thehappyhealthyhippie.com)

Mondays are awesome because I usually have the freshest...

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 23:39:13 -0400

Mondays are awesome because I usually have the freshest farmer’s market ingredients in my kitchen to make meals with. Yesterday, I bought these #organic #rainbow #carrots from our favorite farmer, Ryan. He suggested that I roast them (for 20 mins) and add on some fresh dill. I did just that with some cumin, pepper and EVOO and look how beautiful and yummy they became! Thanks to Larchmont Village Certified Farmer’s Market for the weekly inspiration. Support your local farmers and get inspired on Sundays from 10a-2p :) #vegan #cleaneats #healthy #food #losangeles (at www.thehappyhealthyhippie.com)

Open your #heart to a #healthy #diet of #fruits and #vegetables....

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 10:54:23 -0500

Open your #heart to a #healthy #diet of #fruits and #vegetables. Your body and spirit will #love you.

This breakfast smoothie served 2, made with #kale (not pictured), #cucumber, #avocado #pear and #mango. I added some #spirulina powder, #chia seeds and water. It’s a little thick but it’s #delicious and #nutritious! (at www.thehappyhealthyhippie.com)

Today, March 6, 2013, marks the FIRST YEAR of my blog. And, to...

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 11:36:56 -0500

Today, March 6, 2013, marks the FIRST YEAR of my blog. And, to celebrate it, I’m highlighting my friend, Kelsey Hotchkiss’ recipe of KALE AND BRUSSEL SPROUT SALAD to celebrate the spirit of inspiration within the community for which this blog is created for.

KALE AND BRUSSEL SPROUT SALAD (4-5 servings)

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon minced shallot
1 small garlic clove, finely grated
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 bunch of kale, center stem discarded, leaves thinly sliced
6 ounces brussels sprouts, trimmed, finely grated or shredded with a knife
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1/4 cup slivered almonds, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Directions:

1. Combine lemon juice, Dijon mustard, shallot, garlic, salt and a pinch of pepper in a small bowl. Stir to blend; set aside. Mix thinly sliced kale and shredded brussels sprouts in a large bowl.

2. Spoon 1 tablespoon oil into a small skillet; heat oil over medium-high heat. Add almonds to skillet and stir frequently until golden brown in spots, about 1-2 minutes. Transfer nuts to a paper towel–lined plate. Sprinkle almonds lightly with salt.

3. Slowly whisk remaining olive oil in cup into lemon-juice mixture. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.

4. Add dressing, almonds, cheese to kale mixture; toss to coat. Season lightly with salt and pepper.

5. Enjoy with friends.

I’m so grateful to have shared this blog to my friends, family and to followers for a year now. I have gotten so much positive and some negative feedbacks that allowed me to grow and nourish my blogger spirit. THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

And now for the real news, I’ll be taking a HAPPY HEALTHY HIPPIE HIATUS for the next 2 months or so to focus on planning my wedding in May. I’ll be a changed woman by then so there will be lots of improvements and new things by then. STAY TUNED.

Keep spreading the #love and light. #Happy #Monday!!!

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 10:53:09 -0500

Keep spreading the #love and light. #Happy #Monday!!!

Last night was girls’ night at my friend’s new...

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 14:04:00 -0500

Voila! Frozen Yogurt-covered Fruit Snack

Organic grapes, strawberries, blueberries and mango (not pictured)

Crushed Pistachio

Dip fruit in Non-fat Greek Yogurt

Roll fruit in pistachio

Line fruits up on parchment paper

Pour some honey into yogurt for the second batch of fruits. No pistachios this time.

Freeze them babies up for 15-20 mins.

Last night was girls’ night at my friend’s new apartment. She was making dinner so I volunteered to make the dessert. At first, I was thinking of making something chocolate-y and sugar-y but the healthy part of me kicked in and thought why not make something fruit-y instead? I’ve been wanting to make these for the summer but I just couldn’t wait any longer.

Frozen Yogurt-covered Fruit Snack

Ingredients:

Grapes/Strawberry/Blueberry/Mango

Non-fat Greek Yogurt

Pistachio, shelled

Honey

Directions:

1. Crush pistachio.
2. Cover grape, blueberry, strawberry and mango in yogurt.
3. Sprinkle crushed pistachio on each yogurt covered fruit.
4. Line fruits up onto parchment paper in a baking sheet. Freeze for 15-20 mins.
5. Enjoy w/ friends!

*** I made 2 different kinds, one with honey-infused yogurt and the other one with plain yogurt rolled/sprinkled with crushed pistachio.

THANKS to Marni Fishbain, Nadya Ann Awan and Kelsey Hotchkiss for helping and for a great time last night :)

Quinoa Spinach Chicken Sausage Lunch Bowl (easy) Recipe: makes...

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 15:06:44 -0500

Quinoa Spinach Chicken Sausage Lunch Bowl (easy)

Recipe: makes 2 servings

1/2 cup quinoa
2 chicken sausages
1/4 cup onion
1 tomato
5 white mushrooms, sliced
A handful of spinach
Jalapeño, diced (optional for extra spice)

1. Cook 1/2 cup #quinoa in a small pot.
2. Slice up 2 #chicken #sausages into small pieces and throw it in the pan w/o oil. Let the sausage brown for 3-4 mins. Add onions and mushrooms then cook for another 2 mins.
3. Mix cooked quinoa, #spinach and tomatoes in a bowl. Add chicken sausage, onion and mushrooms on top.

*no extra oil or salt necessary ;) #healthy #eating #lunch (at www.thehappyhealthyhippie.com)

Happy Face Monday! I get so happy when it’s Monday because...

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 11:11:00 -0500

Happy Face Monday! I get so happy when it’s Monday because it means I get to start the week fresh again :). I like making shapes and artful creations with fruits and veggies before I make them into a smoothie to get my creative juices flowing in the morning. It also makes it looks so appetizing, doesn’t it? You should try it some time.