My Top 10 Fall Staples
Well, it’s officially fall and therefore my favorite season of the year. I mean, what’s not to love?
crisp fall air
leaves 🍁 changing to vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows
pumpkin 🎃 and apples🍏 topping the charts of all my rotating recipes
soup 🍲and sweater weather
football 🏉 season
and the list goes on…
Since we’re talking about favorites, I decided to share my favorite food items in my kitchen with you that help me lead a healthy lifestyle. I hope they inspire you to keep it simple and make small changes. They add up big time!
Leafy greens 🥬 - These versatile veggies offer so many nutrients and are a year-round crop. They are super easy to throw in a stir fry, smoothie or make a side salad.
Dark Chocolate 🍫 - full of antioxidants and great for your mood as well as smart way to curb a craving, try some 75%+ dark chocolate when you want something sweet. Let it dissolve in your mouth and savor the flavor. It’s a great way to curb a craving. We love THEO’s Chocolate and Thrive.
Apples 🍎 🍏- I mean, you knew I had to. Great on salads, baked up, added to smoothies, for a snack with your favorite nut butter, and even as cider.
Eggs 🥚 - pasture-raised and organic are the way to go! They are a great go-to added source of protein and healthy fat. Add them to a stir-fry, cook up some egg cups for easy on-the-go breakfast and snacks, or even make a batch of hard-boiled eggs.
Peppermint & Herbal Teas - 🫖 Not only do studies show that peppermint helps to curb cravings, but herbal tea in general is a great way to end the day. It helps your body prepare for sleep, and has so many other unique properties depending on the flavor you choose. Try it out!
Homemade Hummus + chopped veggies 🥕 for dipping- I know not everyone wants to make their own hummus (here’s a variation of my recipe) but you can still find good quality (avoid anything with canola oil) and sub out the chips for veggies for a great snack option.
Simple Mills Crackers - However, if you’re going to have chips or crackers, find a brand with simple ingredients, the fewer the better, and eat them in moderation. I love these crackers because they have 5-6 ingredients and a great for dips, soups and so much more. BONUS! Costco usually has a big pack of them for a STEAL of a deal.
Canned tomatoes 🥫 - It’s soup season. Having at least 4 cans of diced tomatoes (again, I love cento or another organic brand without all the added junk) is great to make spaghetti sauce and soups in a pinch.
Bone Broth - 🍜 First of all, a quality organic bone broth can have up to 10 grams of protein per serving. I have sipping broth all the time when I need a pick-me-up. Bone broth is so nutrient-dense and great for improving gut health and helping your body fight off pathogens!
Canned Pumpkin - Great for adding to smoothies this time of year to get added fiber. But also it’s great for baking healthier treats like these cookies. And if you want to get extra credit, a variety of fall squashes (butternut and acorn are my favorites) for adding to soups, stews, chilis, and to STUFF!
So there you have it! I hope you are making your grocery list for this week with at least a few of these favorites added to it!
