Berbere Spice

This easy-to-make berbere spice blend adds depth and warmth to a wide range of dishes. Use it on roasted vegetables, in soups and stews, in my creamy Creole Berbere Sauce, or even in breakfast dishes like my Berbere-Spiced Cherry Chocolate Oats.

Berbere is a cornerstone of Ethiopian cuisine, but you don’t need to cook traditional dishes to enjoy it. Keep a batch on hand—you’ll find yourself reaching for it again and again..

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup paprika

• 1/2 cup chili powder or ground New Mexico chilies

• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/2 teaspoon cardamom

• 1 teaspoon coriander

• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

• 1 teaspoon onion powder

• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

• 1 teaspoon mustard powder or fenugreek powder

Instructions

1. Combine all the spices in a bowl.

2. Store in an airtight glass container.

Use it liberally and adjust to taste. The beauty of homemade spice blends is you can make it your own!

Berbere-Spiced Cherry Chocolate Oats

Oatmeal is the ultimate canvas for flavor, and this version takes it somewhere unexpected. Cherries add a bright, tart pop, cocoa gives deep, comforting richness, and a touch of berbere spice brings warm, gentle heat and earthy notes. Together, they create a sweet-and-spicy balance that’s playful, comforting, and perfect for breakfast or brunch.

Start with a small amount of berbere and adjust to taste, the heat blends beautifully with the chocolate and cherries as the oats cook. This recipe makes 2–3 servings, so it’s perfect for sharing or enjoying over a couple of mornings.

Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

• 1 cup cherries, pitted and chopped

• 4 tablespoons cocoa powder

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar (adjust to taste)

• 3 teaspoons berbere spice (or more to taste)

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 cup oats

• 3 cups plant-based milk

• 1 cup water

Instructions

1. Combine oats and milk in a pot and bring to a gentle boil.

2. Reduce heat and stir in the brown sugar, salt, and cherries.

3. Add the berbere spice along with water, and simmer until oats are fully cooked, stirring occasionally.

4. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

5. Serve topped with extra cherries, whipped cream, or a drizzle of syrup if you like.

Cook time: ~10 minutes.

Gluten-Free Banana Waffles

Need a quick one for a weekend breakfast or brunch? Try these banana waffles! They are soft, light, fluffy, and guilt-free.

They’re great if you have ripe bananas you need to make use of, and you’ll only need about 3 tablespoons of gluten-free flour (like coconut, almond, or oat). The rest of the batter consists of eggs (or a replacement), coconut, pecans and spices. The pecans and coconut add some needed texture.

No need for a whole lot of the sugar! The coconut, syrup or honey on top will do the trick.

Ingredients

2 bananas

1/4 cup pecans

1/4 cup desiccated coconut (sweetened)

1 teaspoon vanilla

3 1/2 tablespoons coconut flour

3 eggs

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Instructions

Mash the bananas in a large bowl.

Add the eggs, spices, salt, baking soda and vanilla, whisk until evenly mixed.

Stir in the pecans and coconut.

Prepare your waffle maker and cook as normal.

Serve and garnish with syrup and whipped cream. Makes 2.

Avocado, Corn and Tomato Salad

When warmer weather rolls in you want an easy, refreshing salad that can be paired with almost every dish. For this salad the tomatoes provide acidity and a tang, the avocado a creamy texture, and the corn and red onion a necessary crunch.

Salad, Summer salad, Healthy, Keto

Vegetarian

Yield: 4

Author: Dontmissmyplate

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Avocado, Corn and Tomato Salad

This salad is easy to put together and well balanced with creamy and crunchy textures, tang and acidity and is high in healthy fats and other nutrients.

Prep time: 15 MCook time: Total time: 15 M

Ingredients:

• 2 large Hass avocados, chopped
• 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 large boiled or roasted corn cobs, shaved
• 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped 
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons black pepper
• 1 teaspoon chili flakes
• 2 teaspoons salt

Instructions:

1. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half, place then in a bowl.
2. Stand the corn cobs upright and shave the sides, place into the bowl with the tomatoes.
3. Finely chop your onion, add to the bowl.
4. Slice the avocados in half and scoop out each side, remove the seeds then cut into cubes.
5. In a smaller bowl, whisk the salt, black pepper, chili flakes, olive oil, vinegar, and lemon.
6. Add the dressing to the large bowl and mix until everything is evenly coated. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate.
7. Increase portions accordingly if needed.

Calories

370

Fat (grams)

28.73

Carbs (grams)

30.24

Protein (grams)

4.5

I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information on dontmissmyplate.com should only be used as a general guideline.

https://www.dontmissmyplate.com/eat-clean/2020/5/25/avocado-corn-tomato-salad

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Salmon and Asparagus Omelette

A light breakfast can be an easy decision but sometimes tricky especially when you are seeking a healthy option. Applying the keto diet rules can help narrow down your options, and the omelette is a great vehicle for this. You can stuff or top it with vegetables, healthy fats like avocado, and protein like fish and poultry. This omelette is decked out with herbs and a dollop of coconut cream with a side of avocado, totally guilt-free and should give you a great energy boost. You can also make it if you feel hungry later on in the day.

Recipe: Beat 2 eggs with a tablespoon of coconut cream or sour cream, season with salt and pepper. Cook the eggs in a non-stick pan until most of the egg liquid is firm, topping with bits of cheese and 1/8 cup asparagus tips, then add 1/8 cup shredded salmon on one side (the side you are going to fold over). Fold and cook for another 1-2 minutes, top with fresh thyme and cilantro.

Blueberry Chocolate Oatmeal Bowl

Blueberries are a superfood offering a wide range of benefits including antioxidants. Oats are also rich in nutrients, containing an ideal amount of soluble fiber (which make you feel fuller for longer). Why not combine the two for a morning boost? The great thing about oatmeal bowls is that you can top them with whatever you like!

Recipe: On a stovetop, for about 5-7 minutes on medium heat, cook your rolled oats with 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 cup blueberries, 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1/3 cup milk, and 1/3 cup water. Once oats are cooked, add about 1/3 cup or so of milk. Top with another 1/4 cup blueberries and other dried fruits, peanut butter, chocolate chips, and/or honey.