3 Delicious & Healthy Recipes that are Perfect for Fall

 

3 Delicious & Healthy Recipes that are Perfect for Fall

In my opinion, Autumn is the peak season for delicious food. Whether the dishes contain iconic flavors like pumpkin, apple, or cinnamon, fall food reigns above all others. These 3 delicious & healthy recipes that are perfect for fall are essential as we delve into chillier, cozier weather while also being healthy and nutritious! 

First up we have my favorite soup of all time. This butternut squash recipe is perfect for warming up on a cool day in October, or could even be made for the first course on Thanksgiving day. Feel free to omit the cayenne if you aren't a spice lover, but I think it makes it even better!    

Butternut Squash Soup

Ingredients

4 cups butternut squash peeled and diced

3 tablespoons olive oil

1/2 white onion

3-4 cloves garlic minced

1 teaspoon fresh ginger

2 cups vegetable stock 1 additional cup for thinning

1 tablespoon maple syrup

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Garnish: crème fraîche and chopped green onion

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This next recipe is certainly a crowd pleaser. Fall is all about baking (check out https://spoonuniversity.com/recipe/carrot-cake-twist-of-the-hummingbird-bakery-recipe) and it would not be a proper list of fall recipes without pumpkin muffins! This gluten-free recipe makes 20 muffins, perfect for sharing or eating all by yourself. No Judgement here!      

Gluten-free Pumpkin Muffins

Ingredients

3 cups almond or cassava flour

1 teaspoon sea salt

1 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

5 teaspoons ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon cloves

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

8 eggs

1 1/2 canned pumpkin

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2/3 cup maple syrup or coconut sugar

1/2 cup mix ins: chocolate chips walnuts or both!

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For the last recipe, we have the quintessential fall salad. I know salads can be boring, but this recipe is anything but. Containing protein, grains, veggies, and starch, this salad is hearty but also sooo delish.  

Hearty Fall Salad

Ingredients

1 sweet potato

3 tablespoons olive oil

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

5 cups chopped kale

2 cups shaved brussel sprouts

3/4 cups walnuts

1 cup cooked quinoa

1/2 cup dried cranberries

2 chopped apples

3 ounces shredded pecorino-romano

1/3 cup lemon juice

1 tablespoon dijon mustard

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

2 tablespoons minced shallots

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I can't wait for you to try these 3 delicious & healthy recipes that are perfect for fall!