Creamy Lemon Brussel Sprout Pasta (Dairy-Free, Vegan, Gluten-Free)

Are you looking for the perfect creamy pasta recipe that contains no dairy? Do you love the taste of lemon and Italian spices? Today, Dawn Potter Acupuncture in Clearwater is discussing Creamy Lemon Brussel Sprout Pasta which is gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan. You can substitute other green vegetables such as spinach, broccoli or even kale. Each one requires a bit of a different cooking technique but tastes great. For this recipe, you’ll need the following ingredients:

Ingredients

1. 15 Brussel Sprouts (Quartered)

2. 1 TBSP Olive Oil

3. 6 TBSP Lemon Juice

4. 1 TBSP Garlic Powder

5. 1 TBSP Onion Powder

6. 1 Can Unsweetened Coconut Milk

7. 1 TBSP Dried Basil

8. ½ TBSP Dried Oregano

9. ½ TBSP Dried Parsley

10. ½ TBSP Dried Thyme

11. ½ TBSP Crushed Red Pepper

12. 1 Box Gluten Free Pasta

Once you have all your ingredients ready and measured out, you’ll follow these instructions.

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.

2. Cut brussel sprouts into quarters, toss with 1 TBSP olive oil, ½ TBSP garlic powder, ½ TBSP onion powder and 1 TBSP of lemon juice.

3. Roast brussel sprouts in the oven for 30 minutes.

4. Add 1 can unsweetened coconut milk, 5 TBSP lemon juice, ½ TBSP garlic powder, ½ TBSP onion powder, 1 TBSP dried basil, ½ TBSP dried oregano, ½ TBSP dried parsley, ½ TBSP dried thyme and ½ TBSP crushed red pepper to saucepan, heat on low, stirring occasionally for 15 minutes.

5. Boil water in a large pot for pasta, salt as needed.

6. Add pasta of your choice to boiling water.

7. Remove brussel sprouts from the oven, combine with creamy lemon sauce and top over pasta.

8. *Optional* top with vegan/dairy-free parmesan cheese.

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Have you tried our Creamy Lemon Brussel Sprout Pasta? Did you love it? Want to let us know how it was? Email us, we’d love to hear from you about how it went. Have questions? Interested in the treatment options we offer here at Dawn Potter Acupuncture in Clearwater, Florida? Contact us today, we’re always welcoming new patients and would be delighted to schedule your appointment with us.

Vegan, Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Cookies

When it comes to trying to live and eat healthily, dessert is often something we end up skipping. Most desserts are packed with added refined sugars and fats the body just doesn’t need. Today, we’re making a dessert that is tasty and healthy! If you aren’t a fan of peanut butter, you can substitute it for any other kind of nut butter that you prefer (cashew is also quite tasty). These cookies are a good way to get additional fiber and protein.

Today, we bring to you Vegan, Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Cookies. Let us know what you think after you’ve made them!

1. 1 cup smooth, natural peanut butter

2. 1/2 cup raw honey, or raw agave syrup. (or 1/4 cup powdered stevia).

3. 3-4 Tbsp ground chia seeds

Baking Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

3. Mix all ingredients together in a bowl until combined.

4. Form small balls on the cookie sheet (with about 4 inches in between each cookie).

5. Press each ball into a cookie shape and press with a fork.

6. Bake 8-10 minutes.

7. Remove from the oven and cool until firm and chewy.

These cookies are a fantastic way to indulge without having to feel bad about it. They are also a perfect snack for the little ones in your home..

Visit Dawn Potter Acupuncture in Clearwater, Florida Today

Do you have questions about eating a healthy diet? Interested in learning more healthy recipes from Dawn Potter Acupuncture? Want to live a more healthy lifestyle? Contact Dawn Potter Acupuncture in Clearwater, Florida today, we would be happy to schedule your consultation and provide information about nutrition and diet.

Brief Guide to Oriental Medicine

Do you suffer from chronic pain? Are you going through cancer treatment? Suffer from headaches or migraines? Interested in a different approach to your healthcare? Considering oriental medicine in Clearwater, Florida? At Dawn Potter Acupuncture we proudly offer a range of oriental medicine for our patients. Oriental medicine has been used throughout history and various studies have found it to be effective in treating a wide range of ailments.

About Oriental Medicine

Oriental medicine has been used over thousands of years, evolving as time has gone on. Oriental medicine practitioners use a wide range of body and mind practices (such as acupuncture, Chinese herbs, manual therapies, nutrition, and more) to address a wide range of health ailments and diseases.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a form of oriental medicine that uses fine, sterile, one-time-use needles that are inserted into specific points around the body. Doing so regulates the flow of energy in the body, allowing the mind and body to re-balance and heal.

Nutrition Guidance

We’ve all heard “you are what you eat” and it couldn’t’ be more true. Nutritional guidance is another form of oriental medicine that focuses on the diet of a patient. When it comes to nutrition, having a healthy diet can provide the energy and nourishment your body needs to sustain and heal itself. Dawn Potter will work with you on your dietary needs to ensure your body has what it needs to function best.

Chinese Herbal Medicine

Traditional Chinese herbal medicine has been around for thousands of years and utilizes substances derived from mineral, animal, and even plant sources. These herbs can come in the form of tea, soup, extracts, tablets, lotions, creams, and more.

Manual Therapies

Manual therapies are another form of oriental medicine that can be used to heal the body. These therapies include massage, cupping, gua sha and moxabustion. These therapies improve circulation and can speed up healing.

Schedule Oriental Medicine in Clearwater Today

Ready to schedule Clearwater oriental medicine? Contact Dawn Potter Acupuncture today, we’d be delighted to provide a consultation and get you added to our schedule for an appointment.