Greek Yogurt Alfredo Sauce

by Alli | May 5, 2022 | Condiments, Recent Recipes

Greek Yogurt Alfredo Sauce

This Greek yogurt Alfredo Sauce is a healthy alternative to store-bought alfredo sauce. It’s made with wholesome real ingredients: greek yogurt, parmesan cheese, and seasoning. The greek yogurt adds extra protein and a creamy texture to the sauce.

Most store-bought alfredo sauces are full of sugar and unknown preservatives. I’ve wanted to make a healthy alfredo sauce that has real ingredients. This sauce fits all the criteria, plus it’s healthy and tastes so creamy! You’ll never want another alfredo sauce after trying this one.

Ways to eat this healthy alfredo sauce

This alfredo sauce tastes amazing in so many different recipes.

- Mix into whole wheat pasta
- Add on top of a zucchini waffle
- Use as a salad dressing
- Use as pizza sauce
- Add sauce to casseroles
- Use as a sauce for lasagna instead of marinara.

Benefits of this alfredo sauce:

No added sugars –Processed alfredo sauce is full of added sugars. This healthy alfredo sauce is completely refined sugar-free making it a healthier and better for you.
Greek yogurt – Greek yogurt is full of probiotic and protein.
Real simple ingredients only – This alfredo sauce only has 7 simple wholesome ingredients. Greek yogurt, butter, garlic powder, whole milk, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. These ingredients create the perfect rich and creamy alfredo sauce.
Whole Milk – Whole milk is high in natural healthy fat, vitamin D, calcium, omega-3, and protein.

Ingredients for Alfredo sauce

You only need 6 simple ingredients to make this sauce.

Greek yogurt plain
Butter
Garlic powder
Whole milk
Parmesan cheese shredded
Salt and pepper

How do you store greek yogurt alfredo sauce?

Store in a jar or tight container. The alfredo sauce will last in the fridge for 5 days. Another way to store this sauce is in the freezer and you can defrost it when ready to use.

Healthy Greek Yogurt Alfredo Sauce

servings - 4

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Prep Time 5 mins

Total Time 3 mins

Ingredients

4 oz Greek yogurt
3/4 cup Whole milk
1 tbsp Butter
2/3 cup Parmesan cheese (shredded)
1 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
1/4 tspp Salt and pepper

Instructions

In a medium sauce pan, melt butter on medium heat
Stir in milk, spices, and parmesan cheese. Keep stirring until the cheese is melted.
Remove the pan from the heat and whisk in the greek yogurt. (yogurt will crumble if it gets too hot so don't skip this step)

Notes

How to store: Store in a jar or tight container and keep in the fridge for 3-5 days or freeze and defrost when ready to use.

10 benefits of drinking water

by Alli | Apr 21, 2022 | Health Resource Articles

10 benefits of drinking water

Water is one of the most important substances to maintain a healthy body. We need water to live and for our bodies to function. It’s important to drink enough water each day. A good general range is to drink half your weight in water. For example, if you weigh 140 pounds, you’d need at least 70 oz of water each day.

Here are the top ten benefits of drinking water.

Here are 10 benefits of drinking water and why water is crucial to being healthy.

1. Water helps aid digestion

Water is necessary for breaking down the food that you eat every day. After breaking down the food, it allows for the vitamins and minerals within the food to be absorbed into your body. Water is also needed for swallowing foods and allowing food to travel throughout the digestive tract.

2. Helps absorb nutrients

Nutrients are vital to your bodily functions and immune system—they give us the energy to go throughout the day. Drinking more water paired with a healthy diet will help your body absorb nutrient-rich foods quicker and more efficiently.

3. Weight management

Drinking more water is a great way to manage your weight. Sometimes our hunger cues get confused with being thirsty instead of hungry. Drinking plenty of water balances your appetite and helps you not overeat. Water also helps you from drinking calorie-heavy sodas and soft drinks.

4. Prevents sicknesses

Your body is constantly working to prevent sickness. Viruses may enter your system at any moment, and water allows your body to be working at full capacity. When you drink more water, it prevents dryness in your mucus membranes so that they can catch any virus trying to enter your system. Water also helps add oxygen to your bloodstream so that plenty of oxygen can get where it needs to go.
When you do happen to get sick, it is important that you drink plenty of water to help fight the sickness. A lot of fluids are often lost through fevers, vomiting, and runny noses. Water is also a great body temperature regulator, so while you are warmer than you should be, water may help aid in bringing your temperature back to normal.

5. Keeps your brain healthy and functioning

Your brain, just like any other muscle, relies on sufficient water to function properly. Water helps flush out metabolic waste that accumulates in your brain. It also is a key player in new cells generated within the brain.
Another great result of drinking more water is that it balances hormone levels. When stress and anxiety are building up, be sure to drink as much water as you can. Water helps to regulate these stress levels and bring you back down to normal.

6. Water keeps your skin healthy

Your skin needs water to stay hydrated and healthy. Skin cells rely on sufficient water to regenerate and stay healthy.

7. Flushes out toxins

Your body is built to separate the toxins from good nutrients for your body. Your liver and kidneys are hard at work separating these toxins and they need water to help flush them out. This is yet another key reason why water helps you stay healthy, by keeping your kidneys and liver functioning properly.

8. Prevents constipation

Constipation is the result of a lack of water in the digestive tract. Drinking plenty of water should aid you in returning to a digestive balance again.

9. More energy

Water helps you absorb key nutrients that bring your body energy. Without water, your body couldn’t easily absorb the nutrients it needs to stay moving. During a workout, water is essential. Water helps you keep going, reduces fatigue, and prevents muscle cramps.

10. Regulates your body temperature

Water is a natural temperature regulator. This is one of the most important roles of water in the human body. You want to keep your temperature right around 98.7 degrees Fahrenheit. Drinking plenty of water will aid your body in staying right around that benchmark.

About Alli

Hi! I started this blog to share healthy wholesome real food recipes and nutritional info. Choosing to strive to eat wholesome real foods will result in a nutritious healthy sustaining diet and give our bodies the nutrition to stay healthy.

Sourdough Wheat Waffles

by Alli | Apr 18, 2022 | Breakfast, Recent Recipes

Sourdough Wheat Waffles

These sourdough wheat waffles are the perfect easy breakfast meal. This recipe contains healthy, energy-boosting ingredients that will help to fuel you throughout your day. Top these waffles with all your favorite toppings – whether sweet or savory! They’re light, fluffy, and perfect hint of sourdough flavor.

Why you’ll love these sourdough waffles?

High in protein. One waffle has 9 grams of protein.
They are quick and easy to make. Just mix all the ingredients in a bowl, pour batter into a waffle iron and enjoy!
Great recipe for meal prep. Make a double or triple batch of these waffles. Refrigerator or freeze for an easy healthy breakfast.

What’s in these waffles?

Sourdough starter – for this recipe you need a unfed sourdough starter (but you could use active bubbly sourdough starter as well) If you don’t have a starter and want one, here’s some great info on how to make and care for a starter.
Wheat flour – I love using wheat flour. Whole wheat flour contains all the nutrients rich parts of the wheat grain.
Egg – Adds nutrients and protein to the waffles
Whole milk – You can use any kind of milk or swap it for non-dairy milk. I prefer whole milk because of all the important nutrients like Vitamin D, Omega-3, Protein, Calcium, and has full fat to keep your body full and satisfied.
Baking soda and powder – To help the waffles rise.
Sea salt – I like using natural salts like sea salt or real salt.
Butter – Use butter or coconut oil.

Topping and mix-in ideas:

Waffle toppings and mix-in options are endless. Here are some yummy ways to enjoy them.

Nut butter and syrup – Spread any kind of nut butter then drizzle pure maple syrup on top.
Pure maple syrup and fruit – Serve with pure maple syrup. Add any kind of fruit on top.
Raspberry or strawberry jam – Spread your favorite jam on these waffles. I love using my healthy no sugar strawberries chia jam recipe.
Greek yogurt – I love putting Greek yogurt on top and then pouring warmed-up frozen berry mix. It’s the perfect combo and tastes like dessert for breakfast.
Fruit – Mix in strawberries, blueberries, bananas, or any other fruit into your waffle batter or add on top of your waffles.
Protein powder or collagen – Add a scoop of protein powder into the batter for extra protein. I love this protein brand and this collagen brand.

How to store leftover sourdough waffles?

If you have extra waffles leftover or want to meal prep. Make sure to let the waffles cool completely before storing. When you are ready to eat them. Pop the waffles in a toaster or microwave.

To freeze: Place waffles on a sheet pan and place in the freezer for an hour. Once the waffles are frozen place them in a bag or freezer-safe container. These waffles last 3-4 months in the freezer.

To refrigerate: I like to store mine in a tortilla warmer in the fridge because it makes reheating the waffles much easier. Another option is to use an air-tight container or reusable ziplock bag. They last for up to 3 days in the fridge.

FAQ about these waffles

Can I make the batter ahead of time? Yes! This recipe is great to make the batter the night before and use in the morning.
Are these waffles healthy? You bet! These waffles are full of real ingredients, probiotics to help your gut, and no added sugar (most waffle recipes have unnecessary added sugar).
Can I meal prep these waffles? Absolutely! Double or triple batch this recipe. Either store the extra batter in the fridge or make the waffles and freeze them.
Favorite waffle makers? I have this double stacker waffle maker and love it! You can make two large waffles at the same time. Perfect for families!
How do I get waffles not to stick? It’s important to use cooking spray to ensure the waffles don’t stick. I buy Chosen Foods avocado oil spray for a natural healthier oil option.

Looking for more sourdough recipes?

If you try this recipe, I’d love to know! Feel free to tag me @fullofwholesome on Instagram, write a comment below, or send me a message.

Sourdough Waffles

This recipe contains healthy, energy-boosting ingredients that will help to fuel you throughout your day. Top these waffles with all your favorite toppings - whether sweet or savory! Mix up your breakfast routine and give this sourdough waffle recipe a go!

servings - 2

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Cook Time 5 mins