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Paleo Apple Pie

Recipe does not include crust.

Ingredients 

  • 3 apples, chopped in 1/2″-1″ cubes
  • 1.5 Tbs Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 Tbs Ghee
  • 1 Tbs Maple Syrup
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 Tbs Almond Butter
  • Optional:  Granola and cashew milk ice cream

Directions

  1. Add apples to saucepan with 1.5 tbs apple cider vinegar.  Cover and cook over medium heat until the apples become slightly soft and apple cider vinegar is mostly absorbed.
  2. Add Tbs Ghee and stir until the apples are coated.  Cook for about 5 minutes until the apples become soft.
  3. Add 1 Tbs maple syrup and 1.2 tsp cinnamon and stir until well mixed.  Cook for additional 3-5 minutes until apples are a desired softness.
  4. Gently add 1 Tbs almond butter, stir to coat all apples.
  5. Serve.
  6. Optional: Sprinkle on granola and serve with your preference for ice cream.
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Homemade Mustard Vinaigrette Dressing

I make this simple homemade mustard vinaigrette dressing when I’m following an elimination diet or avoiding gluten and dairy.  It’s quick and easy to make and tastes great.  This recipe is included in another post, Simple Summer Salad, but I’m adding a separate post for the dressing for quick reference.  Feel free to experiment with the quantity of ingredients.  I like to increase the mustard for a thicker, creamier dressing and unique taste.

Ingredients

  • 2/3 Cup Olive Oil
  • 2 Tbsp Spicy Brown Mustard
  • 2 Tbsp Water
  • 1/4 Cup Vinegar (Balsamic or Red Wine)
  • Juice for 1/2 Lemon
  • Salt & Pepper to taste
  • Optional Seasonings (garlic salt, onion powder, thyme, basil or parsley)

How to Make it

To prepare dressing mix 2/3 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons water, 1/4 cup of vinegar, 2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard and lemon juice in a container and add salt, pepper and additional seasonings to taste.  Whisk all ingredients together and serve over cool salad.

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Simple Summer Salad Recipe

This simple summer salad recipe is perfect for a quick and healthy meal.  The homemade mustard vinaigrette is light and refreshing and works with most diets (gluten free/dairy free/paleo/keto).  Ingredients in the salad dressing can be adjusted for your taste.  Enjoy!

Ingredients

  • 5 oz Baby Arugula
  • 3 Tbsp Pine Nuts
  • 1 Avocado
  • 1 Cup Slides Strawberry
  • 2/3 Cup Olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp Brown Mustard
  • 2 Tbsp Water
  • 1/4 Cup Vinegar
  • Juice from 1/2 Lemon
  • Salt, Pepper to taste
  • Optional Seasonings (garlic salt, onion powder, thyme, basil, parsley)

Homemade Mustard Vinaigrette Dressing 

To prepare dressing, mix 2/3 cup olive oil, 2 Tablespoons water, 1/4 cup of vinegar, 2 tablespoons brown mustard and lemon juice in a container and add salt, pepper and additional seasonings (optional) to taste.  Whisk all ingredients together.

How to Make It

In a large bowl mix in arugula, pine nuts and strawberries.  Add in dressing, top with sliced avocado and serve!