So much food to share…so little time to write about it!!
Breakfasts
I’m on a egg + toast kick. Is that surprising to you? It is to me. I think I have fallen out of love with oatmeal and I have no idea why or how! All of a sudden it’s more fun to have breakfasts with multiple parts to eat.
Did I tell you Matt made me a custom loaf of Irish Soda Bread? Boy was it good!!!
Served with scrambled eggs (shared with Mazen!) and some fruit salad
One one dark, dreary morning I had baked apples with greek yogurt, buckwheat and lots of sunbutter from a newly opened jar
I used Emily’s technique of putting a bag full of tiny apples, chopped into quarters, in my rice cooker along with 1/4 cup water and lots of cinnamon. They turned out AMAZING! Yes I know I could do this easily in the oven, the microwave or even the stove-top but it’s just so much more fun when the cooker does it for you.
I also ate them for a snack with coconut whipped cream.
I used Angela’s technique to whip up a chilled can of full fat coconut milk one night to serve over strawberries. INCREDIBLE!
Back to breakfast – more eggs, toast and fruit!
But I still manage to eat oatmeal at least once a week : ) Banana cottage cheese oats with sunflower butter on top. It was about time I opened another jar – it had been ages!
And my other love – French toast! Dakota bread with banana + chia seeds + sunbutter.
Lunches
Workin’ through some quiche!
I made some for a party I hosted and ate the leftovers the next day. Served with salad, TJ’s Cilantro Jalapeno Hummus and avocado for M
Said party!! A moms group triple baby shower. 4 of our group members are expecting. AGAIN! Ahh!
My friend Jessica owns Indulge Gluten-Free Bakery here in town. Gluten and I are best friends, but who cares if this had gluten or not – it was delicious! Chocolate with raspberry buttercream. Jessica has some major talent!
Salads with leftovers are so easy for me to make while Mazen is underfoot. They take me 60 seconds to assemble and not much longer to eat.
Matt and I shared a smoked herring salad with hummus, cheese and blue corn chips on Sunday
This one was spinach with cottage cheese, hummus, leftover chicken and corn chips.
And this one was served as efficiently as possible in a greens container with sweet potato, chicken and almonds and a balsamic and oil drizzle for dressing.
Served with a different kind of corn chips!
This salad featured leftover pork from a dinner, sweet potato wedges, bleu cheese, greens, balsamic, leftover roasted veggies and chips. Theme of the week!
And finally, smoked trout (yum!!) with avocado, bleu cheese, veggies, spinach, balsamic + oil and chips. Lemonade-spiked water on the side.
Dinners
I always seem to have a shortage of dinner photos – I have no idea why! I think because I skip taking photos when we’re out these days, like when we’re picnicking!
This one was fresh kale + mushroom quiche with cheesy crust and side salad
And this dinner was awesome – Keta salmon with green beans tossed in coconut oil and toasted Dakota bread with butter
And we had the stir-fry I mentioned in my Day in the Life post!
I honestly can’t remember what we had for dinner the other nights of the week – my mind is mush!
Kaila @healthyhelperblog! says
That coconut whip cream looks AMAZING! So thick!
Chelsea @ Designs on Dinner says
I definitely have to try that coconut cream—it looks amazing!
Liz @ Tip Top Shape says
All of this food looks yummy!! Your posts always make me want to go and buy some quality bread!
Sunnie@moderngirlnutrition says
WOW that coconut cream is amazing. And thanks for the quiche recipe- I’m making it for a brunch part tomorrow 🙂
Jane @ Not Plain So Jane says
Ha gluten is my best friend too 🙂
Lynn @ the actor's diet says
I haven’t eaten oatmeal in months. Maybe bc I don’t get cravings from reading your blog???
Deb @ Dietitian Debbie Dishes says
I love all those yummy looking salads! I’m feeling inspired to make some more creative ones this week for lunch. 🙂 I agree with Kaila and Chelsea – must try that coconut whipped cream!!
Natalie @ FreshLifeFindings says
Oh man all of your food looks so delicious! I love that coconut whipped cream from Angela. And your Dakota Bread just looks so crunchy and yum.
Stephanie says
For some reason the blue corn chips make the salad look extra attractive and tasty to me! Salmon with green beans look delicious too!
Sarah (The Simple Dietitian) says
It’s so strange, but I have been out of the running with oatmeal lately too. I used to eat it every.single.morning, and now I have no idea why I’ve stopped!
I’ve been on more of a cold cereal kick. 😀
(p.s. THAT CREAM = AMAZING!!!! Look how thick and luxurious. Yum!)
Shel@PeachyPalate says
Amazing food as always! Your salads all look beautiful and I’m totally on the same breakfast train. I think it’s because fruit is so amazing this time of year it needs to just sit pretty and be enjoyed straight up on the side of some yummy toast; so refreshing! As soon as the weather heats up oats just get sidelined….though overnights are always a good option in parfait form!
Katie @ Peace Love & Oats says
I need to get on this coconut whipped cream thing, pronto!
Hil says
Quiche looks amazing. I never would have thought to put kale in a quiche, but now I am intrigued. I am going to have to try that very soon.
Lisa says
Mmm. I love your “Lately” posts!
Randy says
I know how much you like oatmeal but I also know how much you like eggs and toast so it isn’t really that much of a surprise to me. It is good to switch to different things from time to time I think or sometimes we can get bored with the same thing.
I do the grocery shopping for our family and a few months ago I decided to start buying “the best” eggs instead of the usual that they have.
For me, I think it is more about concern for the chickens than anything so I only get the cage free, vegeterian fed and no additives of any kind from an egg farm that I did some research on. To me, happier hens will lay better eggs and hopefully, we are eating better as a result in the change.
Enjoy the switch from oatmeal to eggs and toast; you can always switch back when you want.
Mary says
I am curious, why do you eat out of the containers when you are home? I pack a lunch and even eating out of the clean Tupperware (with plastic cutlery ugh) makes my meal feel boring. I bought a gorgeous place setting of Corelle and brought it to work along with proper heavy cutlery and plate my lunch. So much more satisfying. A quick squirt of soap, rinse and wipe and they are ready for the next day. We have a dishwasher at work too so it isn’t a big deal. I feel like how I present my food to me is a reflection of how I feel about myself. I am deserving of an attractive meal. Anyway it is nice to see you exploring new textures and eating things apart instead of atop each other… It is so much prettier. Have a great weekend. I always look forward to your lately posts!
Laura says
Ok, I know this is a food post, and it all looks delish, but what I’m really liking the looks of is the polish on you’re thumb!!! Polka dots??? so cute!!!!
KathEats says
They are stick/glue on
Steph says
I spy Jamberry nails!
KathEats says
Yes! Love!
Leah says
What are jamberry nails? I was going to comment that your polish looked awesome.
KathEats says
Check out http://sarara.jamberrynails.net/. So many designs! They stick on with heat
Sarah says
it’s actually jamberrynails.net….!
KathEats says
Ooops!! So sorry! I updated – thanks
Sara says
Do they last very long? So cute!
KathEats says
10 days!
Nate says
Hi Kath. I’d never thought I’d say this about green beans, but the coconut oil tossed green beans look so tasty! Salmon and green beans is one of my favorite dishes. Thanks for the pics!
Lea says
I usually sneak a spoonful of the full-fat coconut milk when I cook with it, yum!
You could use the crockpot to cook those apples!
Jojo says
Whipped coconut cream is genius! I need to try that
Jillian says
My mouth is watering… I now have to go prepare myself something to eat but don’t have anything nearly as tasty in my fridge… groan. Note to self, don’t look at yummy food blogs with an empty stomach – and empty fridge!
Christy says
That french toast looks amazing! I never thought of tossing green beans in coconut oil. I bet it gives it a really good flavor.
Kori says
Now making coconut whipped cream is an absolute must. 🙂 I will have to this soon & serve it over fresh berries too! Great post!
Karen says
Hey Kath! Rumor has it that SYTYCD starts April 14/15…wheee:)
Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend!
KathEats says
Do you mean May!? YAY!!!!!!
Karen says
Whoops…yep, I mean May. YAY indeed!
KathEats says
Can’t wait!
Tiffany says
I love your breakfasts pictures!! Lately I’ve wanted to recreate your egg and toast breakfast without the egg. Any vegan protein idea as to what can replace the egg besides peanut butter?
Thank you!!
KathEats says
A tofu scramble?
Tiffany says
I was thinking about that but I’m not a big fan of tofu…thank you for the suggestion though 🙂
Jennay says
I’m a new follower and I just wanted to take some time to stop by and say hello! Your blog inspires me to eat healthier and I really enjoy all of your posts! Thanks for sharing with us! I have always been overweight and I’m trying to turn that around by introducing more fruits, veggies, and protein. Thank you for helping me and showing me the ropes of nutrition so that I may reach my goals. =)
KathEats says
Welcome!
Rebecca says
Hi Kath! I’ve noticed that you use coconut oil atop of alot of your meals….is it pretty “neutral” flavored, or does it have a strong “tropical” flavor? Also, what are your thoughts about its dietary value and health benefits? I’m always on the lookout for tasty fats that are good for me!!!1!
KathEats says
While I do cook with coconut oil, it’s actually coconut butter that I’m using as a garnish. It tastes very coconutty and has an amazing texture. And it melts onto hot things and forms a magic shell on cold ones. Check out this page/video for more info on it: https://www.katheats.com/favorite-foods/all-about-coconut-butter
Kristen @ Change of Pace says
Delicious as always!
Susan H @ The Food Allergy Chronicles says
Coconut Whipped Cream is a great alternative when you are allergic to dairy. 🙂
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
Your posts always make me so hungry! I love whipped coconut cream.
Ashlee@HisnHers says
I really want to come live at your house and have you cook all of my meals! Ha!
Elizabeth says
I love breakfast with different chooses! I eat eggs every morning with a bunch of fruit and some nuts. I love the different textures and flavors!
Melissa says
New found love eggs = nursing Mama
Occasional eating out of container = being a Mom now and cutting out some clean-up later! 🙂
J @ Chocolate Covered Chickpeas says
The coconut whipped cream looks scrumptious!!!