Hungry + Single on Valentine’s Day?

February 14th, 2018 • BY Erinn Morgan

In search of a healthy, self-love-centric recipe, whether you’re betrothed or single on Valentine’s Day? Today, celeb chef of the healthy meal, Alina Z., releases her new book, “Single and Hungry: A Realistic Guide to Food & Self-Love,” and to celebrate, she shares a healthy and “sexy feel-good” recipe with WomensMovement.com 

Here, she serves up a delish concoction for vegan, nutrient-packed dragon fruit ice cream, but if you’re looking for something warmer on a cold winter day, check out one of her most popular recipes on YouTube for Banana Oatmeal Pancakes.

PITAYA (DRAGONFRUIT) BOWL

One of my favorite food groups is ice cream; however, it doesn’t love my body too much, so I try to avoid it. When I want to satisfy the cravings for cold, creamy food, this is my go-to dish. I like to buy dragonfruit fresh when it is in season, cut and freeze the chunks for later use. You can also buy it already frozen in small packs. 

Pitaya Base

1 Cup frozen pitaya (with magenta-colored flesh) 

1/2 Frozen ripe banana

1/2 Cup frozen mango

1/2 Cup frozen raspberries

1/4 Cup coconut water or unsweetened almond milk

1/2 Teaspoon vanilla extract

Toppings

Fresh strawberries

Goji berries

Gluten-free granola (I like Mamma Chia® brand)

Chia seeds

Coconut shreds

Preparation

Blend all bowl ingredients in a Vitamix®, using a plunger to move the ingredients around. If using a regular blender, add more liquid or use fresh fruit instead of frozen to get it to blend. Pour into a bowl and decorate with either suggested toppings or your favorite fruits, berries, nuts and granola.