Breakfast is my favorite meal of the day.
My breakfast is usually some sort of protein shake to follow a workout; however, I’ve been working out at night more and decided to shake up my breakfast routine.
Lat year I experimented with a raw bulgur – it’s not so different from overnight oats! You simply soak the bulgur in water for 15-20 minutes and add whatever mix-ins you like.
When NuNaturals reached out to me to check out a few of their new orange and lemon liquid Stevia products I was particularly inspired by the orange-flavored liquid Stevia. I could smell it before I even opened the bottle! The best part was that is actually smelled like oranges (i.e. not like some your granny’s potpourri) – both of the new products use real lemon and orange.
I decided it would be perfect for breakfast in my raw bulgur bowl. The bright orange sweetness went perfectly with cinnamon and a bit of cardamom.
Topped with fresh coconut, I felt like I was having breakfast on a tropical island rather than in the early morning dimness of my condo. Recipe at the end of this post.
NuNaturals would like YOU to try out their new products too – the lemon liquid Stevia (I used here in this vegan Alfredo sauce) and this orange liquid Stevia.
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Let me start be saying I am NOT complaining but…
I finally got a referral to an orthopedic doc for my knee. I took the first available appointment (May 22!). THEN on my walk Saturday I realized I was feeling pretty good and decided to try running. 5.5 miles later, my knee was still fine! Now, I didn’t run all of that 5.5. I didn’t even try to run more than 1/2 a mile at a time, but all told I think I ran 2.5 miles… wayyyy more than I’ve been able to do since January.
Did simply making the doctor appointment cure me?!
Workout Recap (4/16 – 4/22):
- Monday – Tris/Chest, Bike intervals
- Tuesday – This Pinned workout (2x), Bike intervals, 6 min plank rotation, 100 push-ups
- Wednesday – This Pinned workout, Bis/Back, Ab Ripper X, 2 mi walk
- Thursday - This Pinned workout, Shoulders, 2 mi walk, 100 push-ups
- Friday - This Pinned workout, 2.25 mi walk, Lindsay’s leg workout
- Saturday – 5.5 mile run/walk, 100 push-ups
- Sunday – 5.6 mile run/walk, 30 mins bike intervals, 100 push-ups
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Orange and Coconut Raw Bulgur Breakfast Bowl
- 1/4 C bulgur, uncooked
- 1 T chia
- 1/4 C + 2 T water
- 5-6 drops NuNaturals Orange Liquid Stevia
- 3/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp cardamom
- 2 T unsweetened coconut
- 2 T chopped nuts
Mix together everything except the coconut and chopped nuts. Allow to soak for 15-20 mins.
Stir and top with coconut, nuts, or other toppings as desired.
Note: You could sub a bit of orange extract and your preferred sweetener here if you don’t have the NuNaturals orange liquid Stevia.
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My Sesame Baked Tofu made the FoodBuzz Top 9 this weekend. Thank you for the Buzz!!! Check out the Top 9 here.
Have you ever eaten bulgur (or other grain) raw/soaked?
Did you enjoy the sunshine this weekend? Any races?
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Stephanie
April 23, 2012 at 7:39 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Vanilla is stil my fave, but will need to give orange a try, I love the smell of real orange, and I would love to add that taste to my muffins
Rachel @ My Naturally Frugal Family
April 23, 2012 at 8:36 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
A new way to enjoy bulgur…
I have never tried nunaturals. I assume that just a couple of drops does it?
Laura
April 24, 2012 at 11:25 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
For sure – as with many flavorings, a little goes a long way.
Rachel @ My Naturally Frugal Family
April 23, 2012 at 8:37 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I tweeted your giveaway.
janet @ the taste space
April 23, 2012 at 8:50 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Looks like a great breakfast! It has been a while since I’ve had bulgur and I should remedy that!
I must admit that I’ve only ever tried the vanilla flavour… didn’t even know there was a whole line of flavours!
Laura
April 24, 2012 at 11:26 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I think these flavors are much more intense than the vanilla – which I like. I still have to add extract when I used the vanilla stevia.
janet @ the taste space
April 23, 2012 at 8:51 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I already subscribe by RSS.
sarah @ sarah learns
April 23, 2012 at 9:23 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
i follow you on twitter!
sarah @ sarah learns
April 23, 2012 at 9:24 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
i tweeted! https://twitter.com/#!/sarahlearnsblog/status/194416383663153152
sarah @ sarah learns
April 23, 2012 at 9:25 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
the orange and lemon stevias sound awesome! my favorite right now is the vanilla flavor. i have some ginger tea that is supposed to help with digestion, but it is VERY bitter and difficult to drink on it’s own so i always use the vanilla stevia to sweeten it up a bit!
Laura
April 24, 2012 at 11:27 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
that’s a really good idea! i have some ginger tea that i don’t use for the same reason… i bet the lemon stevia would be great in it.
Emily
April 23, 2012 at 9:30 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I tweeted your giveaway!
Cait's Plate
April 23, 2012 at 9:39 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Oooh interesting that they have flavors!! That bowl looks delicious – bulgar is one thing I need to try in the morning for sure.
Emily
April 23, 2012 at 9:48 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I tweeted your giveaway! Thanks!
Emily
April 23, 2012 at 9:49 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I like NuNaturals on Facebook!
Emily
April 23, 2012 at 9:50 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I’ve never tried any of the flavored Stevia but would love to!
Emily
April 23, 2012 at 9:54 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I follow you on Twitter! I can’t wait to try the orange flavor!
madna
April 23, 2012 at 10:21 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I follow you on twitter!
Allie
April 23, 2012 at 10:36 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I’ve only ever tried vanilla stevia, so so far that one’s my favorite, haha. I’ve never eaten a raw/soaked grain (other than overnight oats, but I’m not sure that one counts). I’m definitely trying soaked barley now, though!
Kiri W.
April 23, 2012 at 10:48 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Our weekend was icy cold and snow is coming today… so not so much
I’ve never had bulgur raw, just soaked in hot water, but that I love.
Laura
April 24, 2012 at 11:30 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Ewww! It was cold and breezy here, but we’re back at 80 by Friday!
Lauren @ Oatmeal after Spinning
April 23, 2012 at 10:57 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Can not WAIT to make this! I love bulgur!!
I’ve never used NuNaturals brand stevia. I only had Sweet Leaf stevia- they have such an awesome selection of flavors. I’m kind of obsessed with the English Toffee.
The orange sounds interesting… I could see that being pretty good!
Laura
April 24, 2012 at 11:31 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I’ve never tried SweetLeaf, but I have been eyeing that toffee flavor in WF forever. They need an almond flavor!
Catalina @ Cake with Love
April 23, 2012 at 11:17 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I have never had Stevia, but I would love to try the lemon flavor!
Heather @ Better With Veggies
April 23, 2012 at 11:48 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Okay – I think I’m ready to try this – so you should pick me so I can have a favorite flavor in the future.
Laura
April 24, 2012 at 11:34 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
LOL! You know I would if I could! Did you know you can buy Stevia plants at Home Depot? You should grow some!
Heather @ Better With Veggies
April 23, 2012 at 11:49 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I already follow you on RSS & twitter.
Heather @ Better With Veggies
April 23, 2012 at 11:49 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
And I tweeted about the giveaway!
sportsglutton
April 23, 2012 at 11:54 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
For a moment I got so excited when I saw your post title in my Reader as I thought you wrote “Raw Burger” and returned to the world of carnivores.
Oh well.
Laura
April 24, 2012 at 11:36 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
LOL! I have been known to enjoy a good steak tartare in the past.
Rebecca W.
April 23, 2012 at 1:31 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I subscribed to the feed!
Rebecca W.
April 23, 2012 at 1:32 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I love the vanilla stevia flavor. It always adds a little something extra to my overnight oats!
Carrie
April 23, 2012 at 1:40 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I subscribe to your RSS feed
Carrie
April 23, 2012 at 1:41 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I tweeted about the giveaway.
Carrie
April 23, 2012 at 1:43 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I’m following you on Pinterest
Carrie
April 23, 2012 at 1:43 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I’ve never tried flavored stevia…so I guess my favorite flavor is plain!
Jenny @ simply be me
April 23, 2012 at 2:18 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I have a jar of regular stevia in my kitchen but I have yet to use it – but I’m intrigued by the flavoured ones.
Laura
April 24, 2012 at 11:40 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
You should try it out! Beware: it’s stronger than sugar – a little goes a long way.
Grubarazzi (@Grubarazzi)
April 23, 2012 at 2:24 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
What a cool idea. I’m so torn on Stevia. Is it good for me? Is it not good for me? Will it affect my blood sugar? le sigh. But that raw bulgur bowl, giiiiirl. You’ve done it again.
Laura
April 24, 2012 at 11:40 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I think it is just fine… it’s a leaf…
Accoridng to stevia.com, it may actually lower blood sugar levels: http://www.stevia.com/Stevia_Article/Frequently_asked_questions_FAQ/2269
Laura
April 23, 2012 at 3:02 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I’ve never tried flavored stevia, but lemon sounds awesome!
Laura
April 23, 2012 at 3:03 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I follow you on twitter!
Laura
April 23, 2012 at 3:04 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
And I tweeted!
Claire @ Live and Love to Eat
April 23, 2012 at 3:24 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
The vanilla stevia is my favorite, by far!
Elle
April 23, 2012 at 3:32 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I follow you on twitter
Elle
April 23, 2012 at 3:33 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I tweeted your message
Elle
April 23, 2012 at 3:34 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I have never tried a flavored Stevia but would love to!
Elle
April 23, 2012 at 3:37 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I follow NuNaturals on twitter and like them on FB and I pinned your post to my Giveaway board
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carah
April 23, 2012 at 4:16 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
my favorite is vanilla, may seem boring but it is so versatile
carah
April 23, 2012 at 4:16 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
i am following you on pinterest
carah
April 23, 2012 at 4:17 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
im a follower on instagram
Choc Chip Uru
April 23, 2012 at 4:39 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Breakfast is definitely the best ingredient by far! I am loving your wonderful dish featuring it
And although I am not entering since I have never even tried stevia this is an awesome giveaway and best of luck to all
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Carol @ Lucky Zucca
April 23, 2012 at 5:05 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Woo!! You are so smart & creative with your raw eating! Bulgar sounds great!
OK Sooo I follow you on twitter! 
Carol @ Lucky Zucca
April 23, 2012 at 5:06 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
And I tweeted!
Carol @ Lucky Zucca
April 23, 2012 at 5:07 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
And I follow them on twitter! hahaha!
Carol @ Lucky Zucca
April 23, 2012 at 5:07 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
And lastly… I don’t know my favorite flavor. I haven’t ever tried Stevia! I’d bet vanilla would probably be my favorite though.
Suzi
April 23, 2012 at 6:02 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I have never used stevia. I see it in the healthfodd store but I’m not much into sweets so never considered buying it. Your breakfast dish looks great, good to see bulgur wheat used other than in tabbouleh.
Laura
April 24, 2012 at 2:25 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I wish I wasn’t into sweets… *sigh*
Julia
April 23, 2012 at 9:07 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I follow you on twitter
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen)
April 23, 2012 at 9:16 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I’m such a breakfast girl too! I always try to figure out a way to work breakfast into dinner time too!
I love NuNaturals. Such an incredible product and company!
Colette
April 23, 2012 at 11:23 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I’m subscribed to your RSS feed!
Colette
April 23, 2012 at 11:24 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
My favorite flavor is vanilla – yum!
Colette
April 23, 2012 at 11:25 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I like NuNaturals on Facebook!
Baker Street
April 23, 2012 at 11:49 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I only learnt a few days ago that stevia had flavors too! I imagine vanilla must be a treat to use.
Laura
April 24, 2012 at 2:27 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
It is! But I really was pleasantly surprised by the orange.
Mattie @ Comfy and Confident
April 24, 2012 at 6:53 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I tweeted!
Ashley @ Freckles & Spice
April 24, 2012 at 7:38 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I’ve only used the vanilla flavor – these look great!
No races for me this weekend but I did enjoy sunshine on Saturday. I’ve done raw buckwheat soaked – but I want to branch out.
Ashley @ Freckles & Spice
April 24, 2012 at 7:39 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Tweeted the giveaway !
Mollie
April 24, 2012 at 10:37 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I have honestly never tried Stevia so I don’t have a favorite-this is my chance
Mollie
April 24, 2012 at 10:39 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I am subscribed to your blog on google reader!
Meg
April 24, 2012 at 11:37 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I love bulgur so much. I like soaking it, dehydrating it, and using it like a granola
Meg
April 24, 2012 at 11:38 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
wait
I do that for buckwheat 
but bulgur is good for breakfast too hehe
Lena H.
April 24, 2012 at 1:38 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I’ve just started going back to overnight oats for my breakfast — and bulgur is the next grain on my checklist to try, great timing!
But I have to be honest, I’ve never tried Stevia. I’m 110% artificial sweeteners but haven’t been able to bring myself to try it instead. But knowing you like, I could maybe be convinced to give it a try. I’d want to start safe and simple though — vanilla for me, please
Laura
April 24, 2012 at 2:31 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Never tried it?! You have to! It’s particularly good for sweetening non-baked foods like smoothies and oats. No after taste!
Lena H.
April 24, 2012 at 1:39 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
And of course, I already follow you on Twitter and am subscribed to you in my reader
Lora @ Crazy Running Girl
April 24, 2012 at 5:40 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Follow you on Twitter!
Lora @ Crazy Running Girl
April 24, 2012 at 5:41 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I like the vanilla flavor
Arianna
April 24, 2012 at 6:40 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Vanilla! It goes so well with a creamy bowl of oatmeal
Heather
April 24, 2012 at 7:24 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
i’ve only tried vanilla and regular… i REALLY love nunaturals vanilla!
i’d love to try the orange or lemon, so interesting! i’ve also been wanting to try the cocoa one.
LauraT
April 26, 2012 at 7:42 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I tweeted your giveaway!
LauraT
April 26, 2012 at 7:44 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I would love to try the NuNaturals Orange Liquid Stevia especially so I could make a “copy cat” bowl of your yummy looking Bulgar Breakfast Bowl!
LauraT
April 26, 2012 at 7:45 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I follow you on twitter.
Rebecca
April 26, 2012 at 9:03 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
You know, so far my favorite is plain but the vanilla and orange look really really good!
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