Welcome to the first annual PaleoHacks Awards. We’ve hand-picked the best of the best in the Paleo world, from crave-worthy recipes to the top blogs of the year.
Recipes
Best Paleo Dinner Recipes
Best paleo Lunch Recipes
Best Paleo Breakfast Recipes
Best Paleo Snack Recipes
Best Paleo Dessert Recipes
Best use Of bacon
Best "Paleofied" Recipe
Paleohacks Team Favorites
Jennafer Ashley @FreshandFit1 @jennafreshandfit
A healthy take on a notoriously unhealthy dish makes this finger food a treat you can enjoy at anytime!
Lauren Fellows @LaurenFellows @laurenfellowsss
Making cookie dough specifically to be eaten in its raw form is a rare decadence that should be enjoyed thoroughly! This recipe is amazingly free of the granulated sugar, milk, white flour and raw eggs that make the traditional stuff substandard by comparison.
Dr. Marc Bubbs @drbubbs @drbubbs
This recipe is an absolute favorite with my clients and I love the twist on a traditional hummus by swapping out higher carb chickpeas for nutrient-dense cauliflower. It makes a great low-carb snack, packs a high fiber punch, helps cool inflammation and supports liver detox pathways.
Courtney Hamilton
This side is the perfect balance between sweet and savory. Simple but hearty, the maple nut topping is the real star with its blend of hazelnuts, pecans, cinnamon and maple syrup.
Casey Robert Thaler @eatcleantclean @eatcleantraincleanofficial
Why is this my favorite recipe? For starters, it's delicious. Secondly, it is super simple to make. Third, making any type of Paleo cake is a win, in my opinion. And lastly, it comes in a mug. What's not to love?
Erin Druga @TheAlmondEater @thealmondeater
This dessert is perfectly sweet in a feel-good way. The crust is almond flour while the filling is a mix of coconut milk, chocolate and coconut sugar.
Heather Resler @cookituppaleo @cook_it_up_paleo
Perfect tortillas on Paleo? No more! These grain, nut, and egg-free tortillas require only four ingredients! They're perfect for tacos, burritos, lunch wraps, and more!
Nick Kowalski @nicksfit @nicksfit
A scoop of this and not only are you satisfied, but all that healthy fat and zinc from the egg yolks helps raise healthy levels of testosterone, giving you incredible vigor, drive and plenty of other benefits.
Best Premade Paleo Snacks
Paleo around the web
Best Paleo Blog
Since PaleoHacks is (of course), your #1 favorite Paleo blog, we rounded up 25 fellow Paleo blogs that offer everything from amazing recipes to great fitness and fitness tips. So get your link-clicking finger ready, as we help you navigate the best Paleo blogs on the Web!
Mark Sisson went from endurance expert to inventor of the Primal concept. His site is an invigorating daily read, always updated with fresh and new content. And don’t forget -- The Primal Blueprint was one of the original Paleo books -- #1 for a reason.
Jam-packed with practical tips on how to change your relationship with food, as well as amusing anecdotes and tough love, this is a great site to bookmark.
What would the Paleo concept be without Loren Cordain? Full of facts and science, this site is great to show anyone who is completely new to the Paleo concept. If you’re looking for the science behind Paleo, go here first.
The first print magazine dedicated entirely to the Paleo lifestyle, the Paleo Magazine blog is loaded with exclusive content and unique recipes. Definitely worth a daily read.
Want breathtaking recipe photos? Look no further. Steph has turned this site from a personal archive into a household name.
Not many Paleo bloggers have an action figure, but Michelle Tam sure does. Loaded with amazing recipe photos, Nom Nom Paleo dates back to the very beginnings of Paleo blogs - and is still extremely relevant today.
The reason we’re all here! Robb combines a treasure trove of Paleo and science knowledge with humor and wit -- resulting in an endlessly entertaining website. Go there now. You can thank me later.
Want Paleo tips from a pre-med candidate? This is the site for you. Packed with beautiful recipe shots as well, Monica Bravo is likely the future of Paleo on the Web. Definitely check this blog out.
Mainstays in the Paleo community for a number of years now, Hayley Mason and Bill Staley are entertaining, kind -- and make darn good cookbooks! Check out their blog and see why millions have already become fans. Not to be missed.
Want debunking? Want science? Chris Kresser is the man for you. Offering deeply researched, scientific articles, Chris has covered nearly every topic under the sun. Don’t miss out on his well-backed insights on everything from mercury to microwave dangers.
Sarah Fragoso was a client at Robb Wolf’s gym -- and soon became a Paleo expert herself. If you’re a mom looking to make Paleo meals for your kids, or just want simple, practical tips, this is the place for you. Fun, accurate and realistic -- one of the best all-around Paleo websites.
Rubies and Radishes provides a clean, warm Paleo experience. Great for sharing with your kids, and even your grandparents.
Do you want the nitty gritty scientific details? Check out the Perfect Health Diet. Paul Jaminet is a Ph.D who learned the magic of a Paleo approach by transforming his own health. This is a great website for anyone looking to know why a Paleo approach works.
If Robb Wolf didn’t bring you into the Paleo world, it was likely Diane Sanfilippo. Practical Paleo and The 21-Day Sugar Detox are both great books, and Diane’s website reflects that same high level of quality.
As a Ph.D, Stephan Guyenet has been writing on the science behind all of our food choices for a number of years now. Always look at what he says on the tough issues behind Paleo. He won’t steer you wrong.
Danielle Walker has a wonderful, refreshingly sensible approach to healthy eating, and her website is no different.
Emily Deans, M.D. is one of the smartest people you will ever meet (or read). This site contains zero filler. Just cold, hard science -- and Emily’s awesome personality. I highly recommend you check out this site if you are looking to gain a few IQ points.
One of the first -- and still one of the best. Any Paleo recipes you need can be found right here! And if you like your meals served with some zaniness and sarcasm, you’ll be right at home with Juli!
Sarah Ballantyne, Ph.D, has an amazing brain -- and this site reflects it perfectly. If you are looking for detailed answers to your tough scientific questions, go here.
Want restaurant-quality meals? George Bryant has your back. If you’re looking to up your quotient in the kitchen, be sure to check this site out.
The Spunky Coconut is a stunning site that you can enjoy with the entire family. Makes eating healthy a true delight!
Aptly titled, this is a site filled with hilarious insights, delicious recipes, and much more!
Offering a unique perspective on all things Paleo, Todd carved out a specific place for himself in the wide world of Paleo. One of a kind.
Check out The Domestic Man when you need some minimal, beautiful recipe photos -- or when you have no idea how to make your own Paleo dinner.
While not technically just a Paleo blog, Thrive has created so much great content this year, that we had to put them on the list. They offer a whimsical take on healthy living, offering countless videos to help guide you through your fitness and health goals.
Most viral paleo stories
Best Paleo Videos
Best Paleo Cookbooks
Author Danielle Walker, blogs at AgainstAllGrain.com where she posts recipes and the chronicles of her recovery from an autoimmune disease. Against All Grain includes over 150 recipes, with a wide variety of baked goods recipes, including some dessert recipes and even grain-free granola and breakfast recipes. It even includes a section of specifically kid-friendly recipes.
This New York Times Bestseller by Diane Sanfilippo makes this list because of its in-depth section explaining the basics of living Paleo. The graphic design and layout delivers information in an accessible and visually pleasing way. Insets, lists, tear-out guides and charts, and beautiful photos all combine to make the science clear and the application simple.
The second installment of the Everyday Paleo Around the World series, Sarah Fragoso takes us to Thailand to discover beloved recipes. Discover how to make how to make these fresh dishes entirely free of grain, gluten, legumes, and dairy, while also following Fragoso’s adventures on her travel blog.
With over 100 recipes created by Melissa Joulwan, this Paleo cookbook uses spices, seasonings, and sauces to create variety and maintain interest in your diet. She believes in preparing foods for quick cooking and even provides a section for a “Weekly Cookup” with tips on how to prepare foods to have on hand for a week of clean eating.
With many step-by-step photos on how to recreate the over 100 recipes in this cookbook, Michelle Tam and Henry Fong have created a fantastically simple but amazing collection. Not only do the recipes taste amazing, but the quirky and humorous writing will have you pleasantly surprised with how easy and enjoyable Paleo can be.
Le Cordon Bleu-trained Chef, Peter Servold, delivers gourmet dishes that are not only Paleo-approved but easy-to-make as well. His dishes have been featured in the likes of Bon Appétit Magazine and Food & Wine. Now, you can recreate Pete’s restaurant-quality food from the comfort of your kitchen and in less than 30 minutes, too.
A PaleoHacks original, this dual book set offers drool-worthy homemade snacks without any of the processed gunk. These aren’t your ho-hum carrots or trail mix, either. Recipes range from Paleo Hazelnut Brownies to help curb mid-day cravings to Roma Tomatoes with Hemp Seeds and Tahini Dressing.
Simone Miller does it all in the Zenbelly Cookbook, offering everything from family meals for busy nights to elegant dishes to impress dinner guests. Our personal favorite recipe? The Apple Cider Donut Holes. Oh, yes.
Colorful, inspiring coastal recipes fill the pages of this book by professional chef Nabil Boumrar and Certified Nutrition Consultant Caitlin Weeks. With over 150 paleo-approved dishes and two 30-day meal plans, you have everything you need to help you on your primal journey.
This is the cookbook to get if you're looking to eat a low-carb, high-fat diet. Jimmy Moore and Maria Emmerich team up to create an ultimate food guide to support a ketogenic lifestyle.
Best Paleo Instagram Accounts
Stupid Easy Paleo - Need inspiration for workouts, real-life amazing paleo food, and general awesomeness? Steph Gadreau has you covered.
Autoimmune Paleo - Wondering how to eat on the Autoimmune Protocol? Follow Angie Alt and Mickey Trescott as they provide daily ideas.
Diane Sanfilippo - Paleo food, daily thoughts and inspiration, and even business advice is what you’ll find on bestselling author Diane Sanfilippo’s awesome feed!
The MerryMaker Sisters - Emma and Carla Papas post gorgeous healthy food photos and encourage people to follow their bliss on their must-follow feed.
Primal Palate - Paleo treats, sweets, main dishes, spice blends and more; Bill and Hayley show you that simple paleo food can be mouthwateringly delicious.
Nom Nom Paleo - Michelle Tam is a home cook, mother, and well-known Paleo blogger; follow her feed for creative food inspiration.
Against All Grain - Author and cook extraordinaire Danielle Walker turned her Ulcerative Colitis healing journey into a passion for helping others cook and eat in a way that’s both healing and amazingly delicious.
Slim Palate - The 19-year-old cookbook author Joshua Weissman has an awesome feed of outstanding eats and a recipe blog to match.
Paleo Cupboard - Cookbook author and real food blogger Amy Densmore’s gram is a unique mix of real food meals and humor.
DownShiftology - Lisa Bryan’s part airy food photography, part travel photography will make you envious with wanderlust.
No Cook Paleo - Charissa shares her super quick, no cook Paleo meals with her Instagram fans. She’s a woman after our own hearts.
Health Starts in The Kitchen - Hayley Ryczek is Instagram’s self-proclaimed homesteader and delivers the coziest food photography on her feed.
Lexi’s Clean Kitchen - For those who like to keep it simple, follow Lexi to discover easy-to-make and fresh Paleo dishes.
Eat Your Beets - Trisha Hughes, aka the “minimalist style seeker,” is a must-follow master food stylist and real food blogger!
Brittany Angell - This Paleo and allergy-free baking queen needs no introduction. Follow her feed for some of the best primal fuel around.
Whole30 - Need daily motivation, ideas, and humor for your Whole30? Follow this feed!
Paleo Parents - Parents, Paleo cookbook authors, heavy lifters, nutrient seekers, inspirational - just a few ways to describe the amazing Stacy and Matt!
Grazed and Enthused - Co-author of The Healing Kitchen and amazing AIP cook, Aleana Haber’s feed is a collection of bright, sunny food inspiration.
The Paleo Mom - Need motivation to eat healthy and work out? Follow cook and author extraordinaire Sarah Ballantyne’s feed!
The Urban Poser - Blue, moody hues fill Jenni Hulet’s gorgeous feed of grain-free baking and cooking.
PaleOMG - Paleo diet meets fitness meets fashion on Juli Bauer’s feed. Her eclectic style and hearty food photos make it a rabbit hole of cool-girl pictures. You’ve been warned.
Elana’s Pantry - One of the original grain-free blogger and bakers, Elana Amsterdam is the Instagram to follow in the Paleo world.
Paleo Foodie Kitchen - Check out Jenny Castaneda for jaw-dropping meal inspiration that you won’t believe is totally healthy. (Luckily, it is.)
The Domestic Man - Russ Crandall is the author of The Ancestral Table and Paleo Takeout. Peek his feed for classic dishes reinvented.
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