Easter Brunch - Frittata with Kale, Tomatoes and Parmesan

I have been on the prowl for the perfect Easter Brunch item to bring to my family gathering tomorrow.  I stumbled upon a recipe for a Frittata and felt inspired!  I am a huge fan of eggs, egg whites and veggies!  What better way to start your day then with protein and veggies?! I cannot wait to serve this at Easter Brunch tomorrow!

Frittata with Kale, Tomatoes, and Parmesan

Total Time: 35 min.
Prep Time: 10 min.
Cooking Time: 20-25 min.
Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients:
10 large egg whites (1¼ cups)
6 large eggs
¾ cup almond milk 
¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Sea salt and ground black pepper (optional)
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cups chopped Kale
Nonstick cooking spray
1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half 

Preparation:

1. Preheat oven to 350° F.
2. Combine egg whites, eggs, milk, cheese, salt (if desired), pepper (if desired) in a medium bowl; whisk to blend. Set aside.
3. Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat.
4. Add onion and kale; cook for 4 to 5 minutes, or until tender. Turn off heat.
5. Lightly coat sides of skillet with spray.
6. Add tomatoes and egg mixture to skillet.
7. Place skillet in oven. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until puffy and set.

Tip: You can use spinach or any other favorite greens.  Also omit parmesan cheese for a dairy free.  

If you are using a Beachbody program such as the 21 day fix here are the conversions: 

**recipe adapted from Team Beachbody.com 

Dairy Free Oatmeal Banana Cookies - 21 day fix dessert

One of my all time favorites and vices is COOKIES!  I don't discriminate when it comes to cookies!  Sugar, chocolate chip, cutouts, gingerbread - you name it, I will eat it!  Since I've made a change to be healthier and eat cleaner cookies are limited.  Well, not anymore with these super yummy Dairy Free Banana Oatmeal Cookies!   

If you are following the 21 day fix  you should know that you can trade out one of your yellow contains for one of these yummy cookies!  

Banana Oatmeal Cookies

(Makes 8 cookies - Serving size is 2 and replaces 1Yellow container on the 21-Day Fix)


Ingredients:
Nonstick cooking spray
1 cup Old Fashioned Rolled Oats
2 tsp ground Cinnamon
1/4 tsp Sea Salt
2 medium ripe Bananas, mashed
1/4 cup golden raisins 
1/4 cup walnuts
1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (I used Enjoy Life Vegan chips)

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Lightly spray baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
3. Combine oats, cinnamon and salt in a medium bowl, making sure to mix well.
4. Add mashed bananas, walnuts, golden raisins and chips if using, mix well.
5. Drop by heaping Tbsp onto your baking tray.
6. Bake for 14-15 minutes, or until they are firm.
7. Cool and Enjoy!

(recipe adapted from 21 day fix meal plan guide)

These cookies are a great Dairy Free option!  I sometimes enjoy them for breakfast on the go or if I'm having a sweet craving.  My kids also like them which is exciting!  

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