Paleo Power

The paleo diet consists of whole, unprocessed foods-what our ancestors ate. LOTS of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats are consumed in this way of eating that helps many experience an improved level of health and wellbeing. I have been in a Paleo way of life for the past few years and can honestly claim it has made quite a difference in how I feel.

Beyond the Basics

Okay, so fruits are being discussed here, but again, not any ordinary fruit salad. We are dealing with something gourmet here; let's say a little spa for your taste buds. We're gonna be using fruits of different textures, tastes, and we're gonna top it off with just a touch of sweetness and crunch. I am not joking, but this bowl constitutes so much more than just the mixture of fruits put together. It is an art!

Ingredients Needed Basic ingredients, but honestly, you can get as creative as you want with the fruits. This recipe is just that versatile and customizable to how you like things. Let's get started!

• Tropical Fruits: Mango, Pineapple, Papaya, Banana, Kiwi- any combination desired or use only those that you like.
• Berries: Strawberries, Blueberries, Raspberries, Blackberries-add some colorful pops in there! *Coconut: Shredded Coconut, Coconut Cream-for that extra richness! *Nuts: Almonds, Pecans, Walnuts-to add a crunchy texture. *Seeds: Chia Seeds, Flax Seeds-add nutrition to your bowl! Optional: Squeeze a lime over top; drizzle with some coconut oil, because who doesn't love a little extra flavor!!

Assembling Your Masterpiece

Time to make this fruit bowl happen! This is where you get to be most creative. There's really no wrong way to do this, but here's how I typically do it:

1. Start with your base: Grab a beautiful bowl-it's gonna be a centerpiece!-and chop your favorite fruits into bite-sized pieces. Slice banana thin if you're using them so that they don't get mushy.
2. Layer those flavors: In the bowl, layer your fruits and make some bright, colorful masterpiece. I tend to start with the larger pieces-mango and pineapple-and then add smaller pieces of papaya, kiwi, and berries.
3. Add a creamy touch: Spoon in some coconut cream, smoothening it over the fruits. It really adds a velvety, creamy touch to the sweetness of the fruits.
4. Sprinkle with crunch: Sprinkle some nuts and seeds on top for healthy fat and crunchy texture. Use your favorite nuts and seeds.
5. Sweeten it up: A drizzle of honey or maple syrup lends just the right amount of sweetness, bringing out the natural sweetness in the fruits.
6. Finishing touches: Squeeze in some lime juice to brighten up those flavors. If feeling extra fancy, drizzle a little bit of coconut oil on top over the bowl.
7. Enjoy: This is the best part—dig in and savor deliciousness. It is healthy, it's indulgence, and it's any time of the day!