These recipes are not only healthy but also fun to make together as a family. Enjoy the flavors of fall!
1. Pumpkin Spice Overnight Oats
Ingredients:
1 cup rolled oats
1 cup almond milk (or milk of choice)
1/2 cup pure pumpkin puree
1 tsp pumpkin spice
1 tbsp maple syrup
Toppings: chopped nuts, raisins, or apple slices
Instructions:
In a bowl, mix oats, almond milk, pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice, and maple syrup.
Divide into jars or bowls, cover, and refrigerate overnight.
In the morning, add your favorite toppings and enjoy!
2. Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos
Ingredients:
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp chili powder
Corn tortillas
Toppings: avocado, salsa, cilantro
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, cumin, and chili powder, then roast for 25-30 minutes.
Warm the black beans in a saucepan.
Assemble tacos by placing sweet potatoes and black beans on tortillas, then top with avocado, salsa, and cilantro.
3. Apple Cinnamon Energy Bites
Ingredients:
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
1/2 cup dried apples, chopped
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
1 tsp cinnamon
Pinch of salt
Instructions:
In a bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well.
Roll the mixture into small balls and place on a baking sheet.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
4. Harvest Vegetable Soup
Ingredients:
1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
4 cups vegetable broth
1 tsp thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
Add butternut squash, vegetable broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20-25 minutes until veggies are tender.
Blend if desired for a creamy texture, or serve as is.
5. Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Ingredients:
1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp maple syrup
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
In a bowl, toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until caramelized and crispy.