Recipes

Jump To

Three Blueprint Meal Recipes

Three Blueprint Meal Recipes

Hi friend, Here's a list of three new recipes I've been eating lately.  If you'd like to view a tutorial on how to cook all three dishes, you can do so here: VIDEO TUTORIAL BLACK LENTIL AND ROASTED VEG BOWL Ingredients: For the bowl: 3/4 cup dry black lentils, rinsed 1 1/2 cups water 1 small zucchini, chopped 1 small red bell pepper, chopped 1 cup cauliflower florets 2 tsp macadamia nut oil 1 packed cup baby spinach or massaged kale 50 grams of shiitake mushrooms   For the dressing: 3/4 cup cooked chickpeas 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 tbsp nutritional yeast 4 tbsp water (more to thin) 1 small garlic clove Optional: a few fresh herbs like parsley or chives for color.    Instructions: Cook the black lentils In a small pot, combine lentils and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.  Cook for 20 minutes until tender.  Drain any excess water and let cool slightly.  Roast the vegetables Preheat oven to 400 ° F Toss chopped zucchini, bell pepper, and cauliflower with 1 tsp macadamia nut oil. Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and slightly golden.  Sautee mushrooms Sautee the chopped mushrooms in a stainless steel frying pan for 3-5 minutes on medium heat with 1 tsp macadamia nut oil.  Remove from heat once done.  Make the dressing  In a blender or food processor, combine chickpeas, lemon juice, garlic, nutritional yeast, olive oil, and water.  Blend until smooth and creamy. Add more water as needed for pourable texture.  Taste and adjust lemon or garlic as desired.  Assemble the bowls In each bowl, layer:  Half the lentils Half the roasted vegetables A handful of greens Drizzle generously with dressing.    BLUEPRINT MEAL PREP GREEN SMOOTHIE Ingredients: 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds 3 pitted dark cherries 1 stalk celery, chopped 1 banana 1 handful katle 1 handful spinach 1 tbsp hemp seeds 1 tsp wheatgrass powder juice of 1/2 lemon 1 tsp chia seeds 1/4 cup macadamia nuts 1 cup macadamia milk 1/4 tsp unsweetened vanilla extract   Instructions: Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender.  Blend until smooth and creamy.  Adjust liquid or add ice for desired consistency.  Serve chilled.    SWEET POTATO CURRY WITH QUINOA Ingredients: 1 1/2 medium sweet potato 1/2 cup cauliflower florets 1/2 cup green beans 1/2 cup chopped broccoli florets 1/2 cup carrots 1/4 cup peas 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated 1 tsp of turmeric powder 1/2 tsp of black pepper 1 tsp fresh lime juice 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 1/2 cup macadamia nut milk 1 tsp avocado oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1/4 small onion, diced 1/2 cup cooked quinoa (about 1/4 cup dry) water or broth as needed small pinch black sesame seeds (optional)   Instructions: Cook quinoa Cook the quinoa over medium heat according the package instructions Make the curry Add garlic, ginger, onion, and avocado oil, along with turmeric, black pepper, sweet potato, carrots, broccoli and cauliflower to a sauce pan. Pour in just enough water to cover.  Simmer for 25 minutes until vegetables are tender.  Stir in green beans, peas, and macadamia nut milk. Bring back to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 more minutes.  Add lime juice and chopped cilantro. Season to taste.  Serve  Serve the curry over cooked quinoa. Garnish with black sesame seeds, if using.  Want more recipes? See all recipes
Grain free porridge with butterfly pea flower

Grain free porridge with butterf...

Almond, flax, chia. Power meal.  Ingredients: 250ml (1 cup) macadamia nut milk 30g (1/4 cup) almond flour 15g (1 tbsp) hemp seeds 10g (1 tbsp) chia seeds 10g (1 tbsp) ground flax 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp butterfly pea flower powder 1/4 tsp cardamom Handful of fresh berries for topping   Instructions: Add all the ingredients into a blender Blend until smooth Top with the fresh berries Serve and enjoy Want more recipes? See all recipes
Buddah bowl recipe by Bryan Johnson

Buddha bowl

Ingredients: 1 Japanese Sweet Potato 1⁄2 Head Of Asparagus 5–6 Leaves Kale 1 Red Pepper 2 Carrots 1⁄4 Cup Walnuts Handful Of Cilantro 1⁄2 Tsp Blueprint Extra Virgin Olive Oil Handful Of Green Onions Lemon Handful Of Chopped Dill 1⁄2 Cup White Beans 1 Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar 1⁄2 Tsp Cumin Seeds   Instructions: Poke a few holes in the sweet potato and slightly cover with Blueprint Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Roast the Japanese sweet potato for 45 minutes to 1 hour at 400°F. Once roasted, pull out of the oven, cut in half, and top with green onions and cilantro. Roast the red pepper in the oven for 25–30 mins at 400°F. Thinly slice the pepper after roasting. Trim off the woody ends of the asparagus and boil in 1–inch water in a large skillet for 2–5 minutes. Rinse and drain the white beans. Top beans with juice of 1 lemon and a handful of chopped dill. Shred the carrots and massage with apple cider vinegar and cumin seeds. Chop the kale, add a splash of Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and massage kale with your hands until kale softens. Assemble the bowl with the sweet potato, asparagus, red pepper, bean salad, kale, and shredded carrots. Top with toasted walnuts and a squeeze of lemon juice. Want more recipes? See all recipes      
Blueprint superfood smoothie

Blueprint superfood smoothie

Superfood Smoothie Polyphenols, Antioxidants and Flavanols Ingredients: • ½ cup strawberries• ½ cup blueberries• ¼ cup pomegranate arils• ½ cup dark cherries, pitted• 1 cup almond milk• 1 tablespoon flax seeds• 5-6 macadamia nuts• 1 teaspoon chia seeds• 1 teaspoon Blueprint Cocoa   Instructions: Add all the ingredients into a blender Blend until smooth Serve and enjoy Want more recipes? See All Recipes  
Asian dense bean salad

Asian dense bean salad

Ingredients: • 1 cup cooked chickpeas (soaked overnight)• 1 cup cooked cannellini beans (soaked overnight)• 1 cup shelled edamame• 2 cups shredded cabbage• 1 cup shredded carrots• 4 green onions, thinly sliced• almonds, chopped Miso sesame dressing: • 3 tablespoons low-sodium white miso• 2 tablespoons low-sodium tamari• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar• 2 tablespoons roasted sesame seeds• 1 tablespoon lime juice• 1 teaspoon Blueprint extra virgin olive oil• 1 teaspoon Blueprint manuka honey Instructions: Make the salad: In a large bowl, add the chickpeas, cooked cannellini beans, shelled edamame, shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, and sliced green onions. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together white miso, tamari, rice vinegar, roasted sesame seeds, lime juice, Blueprint extra olive oil, and honey until smooth. Combine: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly. Finish and serve: Divide into bowls and top with chopped roasted almonds. Serve right away, or chill for 30 minutes to let the flavors come together. Want more recipes? See all recipes You deserve better than fast food.  
Blueprint thanksgiving recipe guide

Blueprint thanksgiving recipe guide

Hi Friend,Here is a Thanksgiving meal guide that will: + slow your speed of aging+ increase your energy+ improve your sleep + leave you feeling proud of yourself🍞Cauliflower Lentil Loaf🍄Mushroom Walnut Stuffed Acorn Squash🌿Herb Seasoned Cauliflower ‘Turkey’ With Sweet Potato And Blanched Green Beans🍊Fennel, Radicchio, And Citrus SaladMushroom and Walnut Stuffed Acorn SquashFor the Squash:- 2 medium acorn squash, halved and seeds removed- 1 tablespoon olive oilFor the Filling:-1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil-16 oz crimini mushrooms-4 tbs chopped walnuts-4 tbs unsweetened dried cranberries-1 tbs honey-1/2 tbs of cinnamon Instructions1. Roast the Squash: - Preheat the oven to 425F (204°C). - Place the acorn squash halves on a baking tray. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil each half, and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. - Roast in the oven for approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the squash is caramelized and fork-tender.2. Prepare the Mushroom mix: - While the squash is roasting, heat a stainless steel pan on medium high heat. - Add the olive oil and chopped mushrooms.- sauté until the mushrooms are softened and the extra liquid from mushrooms has evaporated.- Remove from heat and add mushrooms to a mixing bowl.- Add the walnuts, honey, cranberries and cinnamon to the mushrooms.- Give everything a mix and set aside.3. Assemble the Dish: - Remove the roasted squash from the oven. Fill each half with the mushroom mix - Drizzle balsamic glaze or honey over the stuffed squash before serving.Herb-Seasoned Cauliflower "Turkey" with Sweet Potato Mash and Blanched Green BeansFor the Herb-Seasoned Cauliflower "Turkey":- 1 large head of cauliflower (about 900 grams)- 30 ml extra virgin olive oil- 10 g garlic powder- 10 g onion powder- 10 g smoked paprika- 5 g dried thyme- 5 g dried rosemary- 15 g nutritional yeast - 100 ml vegetable broth (for basting)For the Sweet Potato Mash:- 800 grams sweet potatoes- 30-60 ml almond milk (or any plant-based milk)- 5 g garlic powder - 5 g ground cinnamon For the Blanched Green Beans:- 400 grams green beans, trimmed- Ice water (for blanching)Instructions:1. Prepare the Cauliflower "Turkey": - Preheat your oven to 425F - Remove the leaves and stem from the cauliflower; slice in thick slices. - In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, rosemary, black pepper, salt, and nutritional yeast. - Brush the marinade all over the cauliflower and place it in a baking dish. - roast for 30 minutes, baste with vegetable broth, and roast uncovered for another 20 minutes.2. Prepare the Sweet Potato Mash: - While the cauliflower is roasting, peel and cut the sweet potatoes into chunks. - Boil in a large pot of salted water for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. - Drain and return to the pot. Add almond milk, garlic powder, and cinnamon. Mash until smooth and creamy. 3. Blanch the Green Beans: - Bring the pot of water to a boil. - Add the trimmed green beans and boil for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. - Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. After a few minutes, drain again and set aside.4. Serve: - Slice the roasted cauliflower and serve it alongside the sweet potato mash and blanched green beans. Garnish the mash and green beans with fresh herbs if desired.Vegan Cauliflower Lentil LoafIngredients:- 200 grams cooked brown lentils (about 100 grams dry lentils)- 300 grams raw riced cauliflower - about 1 small head of cauliflower- 150 grams chopped sweet onion (about 1 medium onion)- 8 oz of chopped mushrooms - 30 grams nutritional yeast- 5 grams minced garlic (approximately 1 teaspoon)- 5 grams Dijon mustard (approximately 1 teaspoon)- 2.5 grams smoked paprika (approximately ½ teaspoon)- 2.5 grams cumin (approximately ½ teaspoon)- 1.5 grams black pepper (approximately ¼ teaspoon)- 1.5 grams chipotle powder (approximately ¼ teaspoon)Glaze:- 80 ml unsweetened ketchup- 5 ml liquid smoke (hickory flavor recommended)Instructions:1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425F2. Prep the Vegetables: - In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion and mushrooms for about 5 minutes until they soften. 3. Rice the Cauliflower: - In a food processor, pulse the cauliflower until it resembles rice. You should have about 300 grams of riced cauliflower. - Place the riced cauliflower in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze to remove excess moisture.4. Cook the Lentils: - Cook the lentils according to package instructions and let them cool down.5. Combine Ingredients: - In a large food processor, combine the cooked lentils, riced cauliflower, sautéed onion and pepper, nutritional yeast, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, cumin, and chipotle powder. - Pulse until everything is well mixed (not smooth; you want it to be slightly textured).6. Prepare the Loaf Pan: - Line a 22 x 12 cm loaf pan with parchment paper. Press the loaf mixture firmly into the pan and smooth out the top.7. Prepare the Glaze: - In a small bowl, mix together the unsweetened ketchup and liquid smoke. Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the pressed loaf.8. Bake the Loaf: - Place the loaf in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes until set and golden.9. Cool and Serve: - Let the loaf cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before lifting it out. Slice and serve warm.Fennel, Radicchio, and Citrus Salad- 2 small bulbs fennel (about 300-400 grams total)- 1 small head radicchio (or ½ head if larger)- 140 grams arugula (about 1 pack)- 1 orange- 1 pink grapefruitFor the Fennel Vinaigrette:- 2 tbs olive oil- 30 ml champagne vinegar (or other mild white vinegar)- 30 ml fresh lemon juice- 5 grams honey Dijon mustard (if using regular Dijon, add a dab of honey)- 1 handful of fennel frondsInstructions:1. Prepare the Fennel: - Trim the stalks from the fennel bulbs and remove any rough outer leaves. - Slice the fennel bulbs very thinly, about 3 mm thick, using a mandoline slicer or a sharp knife. - Reserve the leafy fronds. If the fennel is young, you can leave the core, but if it's larger, remove it before slicing. - To prevent browning, place the sliced fennel in a bowl of cold water with lemon juice.2. Prepare the Radicchio: - If using a whole head of radicchio, halve it and remove the core. Thinly slice or shred the radicchio leaves.3. Prepare the Citrus: - Peel the orange and pink grapefruit. Segment the orange and either segment or slice the grapefruit into thin slices.4. Assemble the Salad: - Arrange the radicchio, fennel, and citrus segments on top of a large plate or serving platter.5. Make the Dressing: - In a jar that fits your immersion blender, combine the olive oil, champagne vinegar, lemon juice, honey Dijon mustard, and fennel fronds. - Blend until the dressing is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the seasonings or acidity with additional lemon juice or vinegar. If desired, blend in more fennel fronds for extra flavor.6. Dress the Salad: - Drizzle the dressing over the salad, season with freshly cracked black pepper, and garnish with additional fennel fronds.I am grateful for existence. Wishing you a happy holiday.Enjoy,Bryan