legumes: recharge your batteries

The varieties of legumes? There are dozens and dozens of them and it's sure that you know them already! They are found with different shapes and colors, from all over the world. Who doesn't love having a wide range of legumes as the ILIOS ones?

ILIOS legumes

An interesting alternative to animal proteins, legumes that do not make you fat, regular consumption that reduces bloating, inexpensive foods that you can keep for a long period of time, legumes have so many benefits for refueling. For this fall and winter, you can take as much as possible. And for each of your ILIOS legumes, here is a recipe idea to make the most of it!

White beans

This Tuscan white bean soup is a simple and tasty vegetarian recipe that takes less than 30 minutes to prepare and full of flavor!

The recipe here.

Tuscan white bean soup

Jumbo lima beans

It is a dish that truly illustrates the wisdom of Greco-Mediterranean cuisine. This recipe combines beans which are of course a great source of protein, antioxidants, and fiber, while the addition of tomato not only makes them tastier but the vitamin C in tomato helps increase the absorption of iron from the beans.

The recipe here.

Jumbo beans in tomato sauce

lupinis

This legume is rich in protein and healthy nutrients and very widespread in Italy. Lupinis are mainly eaten as a snack during the Christmas period or at festivals and fairs. Here is how to prepare Lupini beans in its brine.

The recipe here.

Lupinis as an aperitif

BLACK EYED PEAS

A traditional dish from the South. Hearty, warm, and comforting food. This black-eyed cowpea recipe is smoky, spicy with a deep but not overwhelming bacon flavor.

The recipe here.

Traditional black eyed peas recipe

CHICK PEAS

A daily recipe, very quick, ready in 10 minutes, and which satisfies well. You can eat it with rice, corn, or semolina with spices.

The recipe here.

Tomato and paprika chickpeas

lentils

This lentil recipe is one of the best. Simple and nutritious, which you can prepare with lentils but also use green lentils, red lentils, brown lentils, or a mixture of lentil soup.

The recipe here

Lentil soup

And finally, to go further and learn more about the nutritional benefits of legumes, we found this article from Sante magazine that tells you everything!

Read the article here.

Everything about legumes in the kitchen

And There you go! You will no longer run out of ideas to taste your ILIOS legumes from now on!

fall Detox: body and mind reset

Why you should do a Fall Cleanse?

Fall is a time of natural transition, to reset your system, slow down and restore your body's health.

Fall is time when we get ready for the “storing season” so our bodies should be cleaned and prepared for the winter months, both physically and emotionally. Physically, it helps to build the immune system up in order to prevent the common cold and flu and prepare your organs for colder months, and emotionally it helps attain a clearer and more focused mental state.

Where to start?

We found this mindbodygreen Mini-Guide To A 1-Day Detox perfect to start!

They recommend starting your day by flooding your body with antioxidants, thanks to a green smoothie. You can definitely prepare yours with your favorite ILIOS spinach.

Link to the article here

ILIOS green smoothie, avocado, kiwi, lemon, citrus

What we love about this article is that not only you will clean your body but also your mind, focusing on what is the most important: meditation, word of gratitude, restoring sleep, walk, etc.

No more spoiling! Read it through and share with us your own tips to start this new season!

5 breakfast ideas for children with ILIOS

These recipes will make you serve up delicious, protein-packed breakfasts to fuel your kids!

With these beautiful mixes full of colors, you are going to make the little ones want to enjoy their breakfasts in the mornings right before heading off to school for days full of stories to tell!

ILIOS organic GRANOLA and Yogurt Popsicles

It changes from the classic granola or cereal bowl, right?

Kids will feel like they’re breaking all the rules by having “ice cream” for breakfast, while you’ll rest easy knowing they’re getting plenty of protein and calcium. Plus, you can easily redo this recipe with your favorite ILIOS organic granola!

Get the recipe here

ILIOS Mushroom, Spinach, and Emmental Scramble

For the more adventurous eaters, these cheesy vegetable-filled scrambled eggs are packed with delicious nutrition.

In the original recipe, the scramble is made with Swiss cheese but nothing prevents you from changing it for your favorite ILIOS Emmental! Cheese, cheese, more cheese!

Get the recipe here

ILIOS ORGANIC Quinoa Breakfast Cookies

These breakfast cookies make a great quick breakfast or healthy snack for the kids! Made with carrots, quinoa, and oats, they're naturally sweetened and to stay in the same healthy spirit, we suggest you do it with ILIOS organic. The kids will love these cookies!

Get the recipe here

ILIOS Tuna melt pizza baguettes

So with this recipe, you will be adored by your kids! Having pizza for breakfast? What a luck !

Your little ones will love these quick and easy pizza breads. Do not forget to use your ILIOS tuna for an awesome Mediterranean taste!

Get the recipe here

Fancy rice or corn cake

So you can easily make this recipe in the morning with your little ones, and it works just as well as a breakfast or a snack. You can decorate your small ILIOS rice rollers into a cute little owl with blueberries and apples as in this recipe. For sure, the kids will love it!

Get the recipe here