20 DELICIOUS AVOCADO RECIPES YOU WILL LOVE

Avocado is the most versatile fruit that you can use in your cooking for dozens of recipes. Some time back I had an Avocado month where I realized there are so many ways that one can enjoy avocado, you can eat in breakfast recipes, sweet and savory recipes and even bake with the avocado. . The above recipe is CHOCOLATE AVOCADO TRUFFLES, very delicious and so easy to make you will be making often. Here are some of the tasty avocado recipes that I had made on the blog and looking forward to trying out more avocado recipes Avocado recipes offer numerous health benefits due to the nutritional value of avocados:

Elevate Your Palate with the Vibrant Trio: Carrots, Tomato, and Orange Detox Juice

 

Day 4 has more brightly colored vegetables and fruits, carrots and oranges. Carrots are a particularly good source of beta carotene, fiber, vitamin K1, potassium, and antioxidants. Carrots are rich in beta carotene (vitamin A), which your body converts into vitamin A. This nutrient promotes good vision and is important for growth, development, and immune function. Intake of carrots has been linked to lower cholesterol levels. Individuals with low vitamin A levels are more likely to experience night blindness, a condition that may diminish by eating carrots or other foods rich in vitamin A or carotenoids. Carotenoids may also cut your risk of age-related macular degeneration

Unleash the Power of Antioxidants with BLUEBERRY, PURPLE CABBAGE, AND CUCUMBER DETOX JUICE

Day 2 of my detox juice cleans continues with Blueberry Cabbage juice. Blueberries are low in calories but high in nutrients. Blueberries are the King of antioxidant foods. Blueberries are believed to have one of the highest antioxidant levels of all common fruits and vegetables. Blueberries protect cholesterol in your blood from becoming damaged. Blueberries May lower blood pressure. Blueberries appear to have significant benefits for people with high blood pressure, which is a major risk factor for heart disease. Blueberries can help maintain brain function and improve memory.

Beet Root Green Apple Kale and Ginger Detox Juice: A Healthy Delight

 

Hey lovelies, so I'm starting a 10 day fruit juice detox journey that I have been thinking about. There are so many different types of detox that include fruits and vegetables. So what is a juice cleanse? A juice cleanse is a type of diet that involves consuming only juices from vegetables and fruits in an attempt to lose weight and detoxify the body. It is important to note that there are differences between juicing (using juicer) and blending (using blender) :Juicing involves squeezing the juices from fruits and vegetables and separating them from the pulp.Blending mixes all of the edible parts of fruits and vegetables, including the pulp, or fibrous portion

Top 30 Recipes on Nairobi Kitchen You Tube Channel

HAPPY NEW YEAR MY LOVES!!!

 

I know, it’s already February but it still feels like a new year. Happy New Month! 2020 came and went just like that. It had been a tough year with all the pandemic issues that we had to deal with. I thought that now that we are quarantined, I would have the chance to cook dozens of meals but I guess the inspiration was lackluster to the point I was always happy that there were left overs. No need to cook. I hope this year will be a bit better and hoping for the best. So to start us off, ill share with you my top 30 recipes on my YouTube channel. My channel has officially crossed 6,000 subscribers with 500, 000 overall views! It’s something small to celebrate because when I started my channel I was a bit scared about not receiving feedback or people not watching the content, but thank you guys for your interactions, comments and even views, you are my MVPs! Which recipe was your favourite on my blog and on my channel? What would you like me to cook this year? What content would you like me to add on my YouTube channel? Let me know below in the comments, I always look forward to all your interactions! much love and kisses!

MINTY PINEAPPLE MANGO SMOOTHIE

This was a perfect smoothie that was actually made with the left over fruits that were in the fridge. Call it refrigerator clearing mode. We were travelling to the village for the Christmas holiday and so we decided to clear rhe fridge of anything that could go bad while we were away. So there were lots of fruits that we could not just eat all at once, so I decided that a smoothie would be perfect. Even if there was left over, we would carry as we travelled on the road trip. I love the mint that adds such a vibrant tropical vibe and taste!

VIRGIN MOJITO

I love refreshing drinks and this drink is just that. A Virgin Mojito is a popular non alcoholic drink that is perfect for hot summer days. A perfevt blend of lemon flavours, minty taste and fizzy taste, this drink rejuvenated the senses and quenche your thirst. The Virgin Mojito is also perfect when you are entertaining since it literally takes seconds to whip up!

UJI YA UKWAJU NA NDIMU (TAMARIND & LEMON PORRIDGE)

I love my porridge sweet and tangy and this is exactly what this Uji (porridge) is! I recently made some UKWAJU Juice and I knew this was the first thing I would be using the juice for. Most of the time people tend to think that Uji is usually for kids but its healthy, delicious and nutritious. This uji I made using Wimbi flour thats filled with lots of nutrients for the body, both kids and adults! Rich, creamy and thick, what more would you want from hot uji on these cold days?

HOW TO MAKE UKWAJU (TAMARIND) JUICE

My earliest memories of Ukwaju date back to when I was really young, less than 10 years old. Sighs "seems like ages ago lol" We used to go visit our grandma every holiday after closing schools. That is every April, August and December, like clock work we knew our holidays would be spent in "ushago" upcountry. And we loved it! Partly because the chores would be less, you know, its true that grandmas always spoil their grandkids 😉... I can't really remember which month it was or if it was those 3 months but the ukwaju (tamarind) tree was always ripe. Since the tree was too rough to climb, we would use long sticks to beat the pods out of their stems. Then we would gather on the ground, peel off the top later and suck the hell out of all those yummy insides. They do have a tangy sweet taste which we loved anyway. Then after the holidays, we would carry some back to town and mom would make fermented porridge and add the ukwaju while cooking. It was the best tasting porridge ever! Now fast foward to now, and being a grown up, I know the many uses of the ukwaju (tamarind) other than eating and adding to porridge. So my first ukwaju recipe is how to squeeze out the delicious juice so that you can use it for many other recipes. Have you tasted Ukwaju before? What has been your experience?

AUTHENTIC PURE KENYAN TEA

KENYAN DAWA DRINK

The dawa which is (medicine) in Swahili is a drink that is usually made to heal or help in curing the cold. It is a concoction that is made with ginger, lemon and hot water and can be alcoholic or like a mocktail. It was supposedly invented at the Carnivore restaurant in the Langata suburb of Nairobi, Kenya.

BEET BANANA CHIA SMOOTHIE

I'm loving smoothies right now not only because they are healthy but delicious too! Beetroot is not really every persons cup of tea, most guys I know do not like beets. If you do not like them, you can start small by grating and adding to salads or this way by adding to smoothies. I love beets in smoothies because they give them such a vibrant color that you will be attracted to the smoothie. Filled with awesome nutrients for your body, this beet banana chia smoothie is perfect for your breakfast, pre work out, post work out or even for the kids snack throughout the day.

HEALTHY MANGO STRAWBERRY SMOOTHIE

I love mangoes. I love strawberries. Freeze them. Drink them. I am recently loving smoothies especially for breakfast. You will definitely love this smoothie since it has a handful of different fruits that are naturally sweet. You can even skip the honey due to how sweet the smoothie will be for you.

AVOCADO STRAWBERRY BREAKFAST SMOOTHIE

Healthy breakfast is the best way to start your mornings. Since I love avocado my first smoothie on my blog is avo-strawberry. This smoothie is creamy, filled with great nutrients like Calcium which is wonderful for your bones. The best part about smoothies is that you can substitute lots of ingredients to suit your diet and preferences. If you want sugar free, you can skip the sweetener, if you don't use dairy you can add water instead or use plant based milk like almond or soy. Smoothies are great breakfast options, great for weight loss or even a post work out drink.

ORANGE SPICED SIMPLE SYRUP

Take your simple syrup game to another level by making it spicy, sweet and aromatic. A simple syrup is usually a liquid sweetener that is usually perfect t in cocktails,drinks or even for decorating cake. It can also be used to sweeten foods like fresh fruits and baked goodies. When it comes to making the simple syrup the ratio of sugar to water is usually between 1:1 or 2:1 respectively. Then the mixture is simmered for around 10 minutes until the liquid has reduced to about half of its original quantity or volume. Now that is the basic way of making a simple syrup but you can add character to your simple syrup by spicing it up. And that is where flavoured simple syrups come into. Common flavours include lemon simple syrup, vanilla simple syrup, cinnamon simple syrup, ginger simple syrup, and even mint simple syrup among others. The flavored ones are best for topping sliced fruit, pancakes, baked goods and even ice cream. Flavored simple syrups can also be drizzled over desserts or used to glaze them, to sweeten lemonades, iced coffee, cocktails, iced tea or other cold beverages. Simple syrups can be stored in airtight containers or jars for up to 6 months or more. If you want to prolong the shelf life even further, you can add a small quantity of vodka to it, about one shot of vodka into two cups of simple syrup. A flavored or simple syrup takes a few minutes to prepare yet you can use it in countless ways!

WATERMELON BASIL ICED TEA

Enjoy a refreshing and healthy drink this hot season. It's almost the end of January that has been generally hot. It is this time that you need to be hydrated well to avoid energy depletion. The best way to stay hydrated without just having to take water is to have iced tea. So what is iced tea? Iced tea is a form of cold tea. Though usually served in a glass with ice, it can refer to a tea that has been chilled or cooled. It may or may not be sweetened. Iced tea is also a popular packaged drink. It can be mixed with flavored syrup, with multiple common flavors including lemon, raspberry, lime, passion fruit, peach, orange, strawberry, and cherry. While most iced teas get their flavor from tea leaves, herbal teas are sometimes served cold and referred to as iced tea. Iced tea is sometimes made by a particularly long steeping of tea leaves at lower temperature. Some people call this "sun tea". In addition, it can be left to stand overnight in the refrigerator. Iced tea is popular in Austria and is commonly known as Eistee (ice tea); it is usually drunk heavily sweetened.In Brazil, particularly in Rio de Janeiro, one of the most popular beverages is mate or chá mate. In Canada, iced tea refers to sweetened iced tea, flavoured with lemon. The iced tea is usually made at home from drink powder or obtained in bottles or cans. Sweetened green teas and those flavoured with raspberry, peach, or pomegranate are becoming more common via marketing efforts. In china Common types of iced tea are black, green, oolong and lots of herbals as well. Iced herbal teas are especially popular in the hot summers, where "yin" or cooling herbs are used to make tea such as chrysanthemum, kuding tea  etc. Cooled tea (but still warm) was popular throughout ancient times. So let's get started on our Watermelon Basil iced Tea

7 DAY INFUSED WATER CHALLENGE DAY 7 - LIME WATERMELON WATER

So day 7 of my 7 Day infused Water challenge which is the last day and today we have Lime Watermelon Water. It has been great getting to taste the different infused waters and I have a few of my favorite that I will definitely be drinking often. Lime has many health benefits that include weight loss, skin care, eye care, improved digestion, respiratory disorders, urinary disorders and relief from constipation, and treatment of scurvy, piles, peptic ulcer, gout, and gums. Many studies have suggested that increasing consumption of plant foods like Limes decreases the risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease and overall mortality while promoting a healthy complexion and hair, increased energy and overall lower weight. Limes are great for asthma prevention. The risks for developing asthma are lower in people who consume a high amount of certain nutrients. One of these nutrients is vitamin C, found in many fruits and vegetables including limes. Lime help in boosting the immune system. Foods that are high in vitamin C and other antioxidants can help the immune system battle germs that cause a cold or flu. Limes will assist you have healthy skin. The Vitamin C in Limes can help to fight skin damage caused by the sun and pollution, reduce wrinkles and improve overall skin texture. Eating higher amounts of citrus fruits like Limes may lower ischemic stroke risk for women. Lime juice has antibacterial and anti-fungal properties.Watermelon which is rich in carotenoids helps prevent the hardening of arteries and veins, thereby also helping reduce the risk of blood clots and atherosclerosis. Watermelon Reduces Insulin Resistance. Not only is watermelon and its high citrulline content beneficial for post-workout recovery, but it may also be good in pre-workout regimens since it allows for more intense training and faster recovery after each workout. Watermelons actually have a very abundant supply of both calcium and potassium, each of which contributes to helping flush out the toxins in the body’s kidneys, the calcium provided by watermelon is important for regulating cell functions, maintaining cell structure, and benefiting the cell differentiation process.  Extra calcium also aids in reducing the concentration of uric acid in the blood, too much uric acid can cause hyperuricemia, which will make you very sick. Because watermelons are rich in such carotenoids and antioxidants, they are the perfect remedy for preventing mascular degeneration.  Watermelon and Digestion; Watermelon has both a rich water and fiber content; this juicy fruit easily helps promote regularity for a healthy digestive tract. source. Check out the other infused water challenge days

Day 1: PINEAPPLE JALAPENO WATER

Day 2: WATERMELON CILANTRO WATER

Day 3: ORANGE BLUEBERRY WATER

Day 4: LEMON CUCUMBER WATER

Day 5: CUCUMBER LIME GINGER WATER

Day 6: WATERMELON JALAPENO WATER

7 DAY INFUSED WATER CHALLENGE DAY 6 - WATERMELON JALAPENO WATER

Day 6 of my 7 Day Infused Water Challenge is here! So excited with today's infused water combination. Refreshing Water Melon and Hot Spicy Jalapeno. Delicious! The carotenoids present in Watermelon help prevent the hardening of arteries and veins, thereby also helping reduce the risk of blood clots and atherosclerosis. Watermelon Reduces Insulin Resistance. Not only is watermelon and its high citrulline content beneficial for post-workout recovery, but it may also be good in pre-workout regimens since it allows for more intense training and faster recovery after each workout. watermelons actually have a very abundant supply of both calcium and potassium, each of which contributes to helping flush out the toxins in the body’s kidneys, the calcium provided by watermelon is important for regulating cell functions, maintaining cell structure, and benefiting the cell differentiation process.  Extra calcium also aids in reducing the concentration of uric acid in the blood, too much uric acid can cause hyperuricemia, which will make you very  sick .  By decreasing any extra amounts of this acid; the calcium and potassium in watermelon help to reduce the chances of kidney diseases. Because watermelons are rich in such carotenoids and antioxidants, they are the perfect remedy for preventing mascular degeneration.  Watermelon and Digestion; Watermelon has both a rich water and fiber content, this juicy fruit easily helps promote regularity for a healthy digestive tract. Source. Jalapeños are packed with vitamins and antioxidants. Many of these jalapeño health benefits center around their overall level of capsaicin. Capsaicin is the substance responsible for creating the wide variety of heat levels of chili peppers. The ingestion or even external application of capsaicin has been shown to cause an endorphin response, which can help block pain receptors in humans. This can be extremely beneficial to those who suffer from bothersome conditions such as arthritis, headaches, or even neuropathic pain. The capsaicin found in chilies is very popular in many diet pill formulas, and there’s a very good reason. It literally burns calories and fat, and the heat it creates helps you sweat out excess water weight. Eating more jalapeños is a terrific natural alternative to these pills. It can help you meet your diet goals in the tastiest way possible. Jalapeño heat has the natural ability to get even the most clogged nostrils running. Eating jalapeños (or using a capsaicin spray) increases your mucous creation, which, in turn, loosens up any nasal blockages. Jalapeños provide potassium, iron, magnesium, copper, zinc, flavinoids, and other essential minerals. These minerals affect things like improving digestion, improving bone density, lowering blood pressure, fighting free radicals, and calming the nervous system. Source. Check out the other infused water challenge days

Day 1: PINEAPPLE JALAPENO WATER

Day 2: WATERMELON CILANTRO WATER

Day 3: ORANGE BLUEBERRY WATER

Day 4: LEMON CUCUMBER WATER

Day 5: CUCUMBER LIME GINGER WATER

7 DAY INFUSED WATER CHALLENGE DAY 5 - CUCUMBER LIME GINGER WATER

Hey Lovelies,

I'm on day 5 of my 7 Day infused water challenge. Today I will be having Cucumber Lime Ginger Water. Such an interesting combination that I am so excited to make it. Cucumbers are refreshing, Limes are bitter sweet and Ginger has this earthy taste. So many different tastes and flavors that will be infused in water to form a great healthy drink. Ginger is full of carbohydrates, which are excellent source of energy. Ginger, being quite tangy can support us in losing weight. This spicy herb is recognized to stimulate saliva and respectively speed up metabolism. Helps with nausea and motion sickness. Ginger has been proven by various studies to control the blood sugar levels in our system. Ginger can effectively treat migraine just as well as a medicine, yet without triggering any side effects. Ginger has been proven by various studies to control the blood sugar levels in our system. Ginger, being rich in antioxidants, the elements delaying our aging process, has anti-inflammatory characteristics which could potentially prevent damage to nerve cells. Have you noticed how much you sweat when you are stuck in bed with flu? It’s your body’s method of detoxification and getting rid of viruses. Ginger cures such  infections, when served with lemon in a cup of hot water (or herbal tea), will get you working up this sweat.Many studies have suggested that increasing consumption of plant foods like Limes decreases the risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease and overall mortality while promoting a healthy complexion and hair, increased energy and overall lower weight. Limes are great for asthma prevention. The risks for developing asthma are lower in people who consume a high amount of certain nutrients. One of these nutrients is vitamin C, found in many fruits and vegetables including limes. Lime help in boosting the immune system. Foods that are high in vitamin C and other antioxidants can help the immune system battle germs that cause a cold or flu. Limes will assist you have healthy skin. The Vitamin C in Limes can help to fight skin damage caused by the sun and pollution, reduce wrinkles and improve overall skin texture. Eating higher amounts of citrus fruits like Limes may lower ischemic stroke risk for women. Lime juice has antibacterial and anti-fungal properties. Check out the other infused water challenge days

Day 1: PINEAPPLE JALAPENO WATER

Day 2: WATERMELON CILANTRO WATER

Day 3: ORANGE BLUEBERRY WATER

Day 4: LEMON CUCUMBER WATER

7 DAY INFUSED WATER CHALLENGE DAY 4 - LEMON CUCUMBER WATER

It's day 4 of my 7 Day infused water challenge and I'm not bored with drinking these waters. I actually look forward to each different fruit and vegetable combinations the following day. If water tasted this good I probably would be drinking it every minute. Cucumbers have an extraordinary amount of water (about 96%) that is naturally purified, thus making the water content much higher in quality than ordinary water.  Cucumbers are extremely beneficial for overall health, especially during the summer since they are mostly made of water and important nutrients that are essential for the human body. The flesh of cucumbers is rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, and folic acid. Cucumbers are known to heal many skin problems, under eye swelling and sunburn.Cucumbers also contain ascorbic and caffeic acids which prevent water loss, therefore cucumber is frequently applied topically to burns and dermatitis. Cucumber has high alkaline levels, thus regulating the body’s blood pH and neutralizing acidity.Cucumber is rich in silica, which is the essential component that aids in developing strong and healthy connective tissues in the muscles, ligaments, tendons, cartilage, and bone. Cucumbers are a perfect blend of both fiber and water therefore, it helps to protect your body from both constipation and kidney stones. Lemons, naturally, are high in Vitamin C, which is an antioxidant and co-factor for the absorption of other nutrients such as iron. Lemonsare also naturally low in sugar, both glucose and fructose, and have a low glycemic index. The health benefits of lemon include treatment of throat infections, indigestion, constipation, dental problems, fever, internal bleeding, rheumatism, burns, obesity, respiratory disorders, cholera and high blood pressure, while it also benefits your hair and skin.Known for its therapeutic property since generations, lemons help to strengthen your immune system, cleanse your stomach, and it is considered a blood purifier. The health benefits of lemon are due to its many nourishing elements like vitamin C, vitamin B6, vitamin A, vitamin E, folate, niacin thiamin, riboflavin, pantothenic acid, copper,  calcium, iron,  magnesium, potassium, zinc, phosphorus and protein. Check out other infused water challenge days

Day 1: PINEAPPLE JALAPENO WATER

Day 2: WATERMELON CILANTRO WATER

Day 3: ORANGE BLUEBERRY WATER