2B Mindset Holiday Side Dish Swaps

Traditionally the holidays are full of delicious not so healthy side dishes and desserts! I too fall into bringing some not so healthy dishes to our family get togethers. Since starting the 2B Mindset and getting my 2B Mindset Mentor Certification I have really tried to bring at least one healthy snack, side dish, or treat to all get togethers. Below you will find some of these delicious side dish swaps!

Caramelized Carrots; 2 Servings, ~1¼ Cup Each

2 lbs. carrots, raw, peeled, cut into
4–6-inch pieces
Parchment paper or tin-foil
3 Tbsp. brown sugar
1 tsp. sea salt (or Himalayan salt)
1½ tsp. cinnamon
2 Tbsp. olive, grapeseed or avocado oil
orange or lemon zest to taste (optional)
fresh thyme for garnish

1. Add 1–2 inches of water to the bottom of a large saucepan over
medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
2. Place a steamer basket or meal colander into pot. Add carrots
and steam for 10–12 minutes or until fork tender.
3. As the carrots steam, preheat oven to 400° F.
4. Line baking sheet with parchment paper or tinfoil. Set aside.
5. In a large bowl, mix together salt, brown sugar and cinnamon.
Add the oil and turn into paste.
6. When carrots are done, add them to the mixing bowl in batches,
continuously tossing them to cover with the paste.
7. Spread carrots evenly on prepared baking sheet. Bake for 8–10
minutes.
8. Garnish right before serving and enjoy!

Holiday Tips: To make this dish more festive and decadent, add 1–2 Tbsp. of either chopped pecans, walnuts, raisins or dates.
Dinner Tip: For a quick and easy dinner, enjoy with 2 rotisserie chicken thighs or legs.

Mashed Cauliflower; 4 Servings, ~ 1 Cup Each 

Hot water
1 (2-lb.) medium cauliflower, cut into small
florets, stem discarded
½ tsp. sea salt (or Himalayan salt)
¼ tsp. ground black pepper
¼ tsp. garlic powder
¼ tsp. onion powder
2 to 4 Tbsp. unsweetened coconut milk beverages

1. Boil water in steamer (or large saucepan) over high heat. Reduce
heat to medium-high. Place cauliflower in steamer basket; cook
for 5 to 7 minutes, or until tender. Drain well.
2. Combine cauliflower, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder,
and 2 Tbsp. coconut milk in large bowl; mash with a potato
masher or (large fork) until mixture reaches desired consistency.
Add additional coconut milk, 1 Tbsp. at a time, if needed.

Cooking Tip: Short on time? Instead of chopping a head of cauliflower, fresh (and frozen)
cauliflower florets may be found at your favorite grocery store.
Dinner Tip: Pair this with your favorite protein for a warm and hearty dinner!

Brussels 'N' Bacon; 2 Servings, ~1 Cup Each

Nonstick cooking spray
3 slices raw turkey bacon, chopped
¼ medium onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 (10-oz.) bag shaved brussels sprouts
1 to 2 Tbsp. low-sodium organic vegetable
broth

1. Heat medium nonstick skillet, lightly coated with spray, over
medium-high heat.
2. Add bacon; cook, stirring frequently, for 3 to 4 minutes, or until
bacon starts to crisp. Remove bacon from pan and place on a
plate with a paper towel. Set aside.
3. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, for 1 minute.
4. Add brussels sprouts; cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes,
or until well-mixed.
5. Add 1 to 2 Tbsp. broth; cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7
minutes, or until brussels sprouts soften and are cooked through.
6. Evenly divide brussels sprouts mixture between two serving
plates; top with bacon and enjoy

Cooking Tips: Most shaved brussels sprouts come in 9- or 10-oz. bags. You can use either size. If you prefer to use a cover for your skillet when cooking brussels sprouts, omit the broth. Cover skillet; continue to cook for 5 to 7 minutes, or until brussels sprouts soften and are cooked through.

Meal Tips: Top each serving with 2 cooked eggs (or scrambled egg whites) for
“breakfast for dinner.”

Chocolate Peanut Butter Wonder Whip; 1 Serving 

1 cup reduced-fat (2%) plain Greek yogurt
2 Tbsp. peanut butter powder
1 tsp. pure cacao powder
1 tsp. pure vanilla extractr
1 scoop Shakeology Boost: Digestive
Health† (optional)
¼ cup high-fiber cereal (optional)
Liquid stevia (to taste; optional)

Combine yogurt, peanut butter powder, cacao powder,
extract, cereal (if desired), and stevia (if desired) in a
medium bowl; mix well.

Cooking Tips: Dry stevia can be substituted for liquid stevia.