Brad M. Cortez — Faith • Recovery • Endurance • Unity • Purpose • Forgiveness

Recipes

"Fueling the Body That Carries the Mission — Faith-Fueled Recipes for Recovery and Endurance"

Eating for the Mission

What I put in my body is part of the same discipline as recovery and running — it's stewardship. These recipes lean on Bulletproof Diet principles: quality fats, clean protein, and ingredients that keep blood sugar steady, so I can train, recover, and show up for my family without the crashes I used to chase away with worse things.

Every recipe below sticks strictly to the Bulletproof Diet's "green zone" — the foods the Roadmap says you can eat freely because they carry the lowest toxin load and won't spike blood sugar or trigger inflammation. That meant swapping out a few common keto staples (onion, garlic, tomatoes, chili powder, vanilla extract) for green-zone alternatives, so a couple of these look a little different from the usual version.

So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.
— 1 Corinthians 10:31

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100% Green Zone

Classic Bulletproof Coffee

My go-to start to the day — clean energy without the mid-morning crash, perfect before an early run or a long day of work.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Brew a strong cup of coffee using your preferred method.
  2. Pour the hot coffee into a blender and add the butter or ghee and MCT oil.
  3. Blend on high for 20–30 seconds until the coffee turns frothy and the fat is fully emulsified.
  4. Pour into a mug and drink right away while it's hot and foamy.
Prep time: 5 min Serves: 1
100% Green Zone

Iced Bulletproof Coffee

Same clean fuel, built for hot mornings or right after a sweaty training session.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Brew coffee double-strength and let it chill in the fridge, or brew ahead and refrigerate overnight.
  2. Add the chilled coffee, butter or ghee, MCT oil, and ice to a blender.
  3. Blend until smooth and frothy, about 20–30 seconds.
  4. Pour over fresh ice if needed and finish with a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Prep time: 5 min (plus chilling) Serves: 1
100% Green Zone

Bulletproof Bone Broth

A staple for recovery days — collagen and minerals to support joints after long miles, and something warm to slow down with.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Place the bones in a large stockpot or slow cooker, cover with water, add the vinegar, and let sit for 30 minutes — this helps draw out minerals.
  2. Add the carrots, celery, fennel, and thyme.
  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a low simmer for 12–24 hours (or slow cooker on low for 18–24 hours), skimming off any foam that rises.
  4. Stir in the parsley during the last 10 minutes, then strain the broth and season with sea salt.
  5. Cool and store in the fridge or freezer; sip it warm on its own or use it as a base for soups and stews.
Prep time: 15 min Cook time: 12–24 hrs Makes: About 3 quarts
100% Green Zone

Green Zone Beef & Vegetable Soup

A hearty, warming dinner that holds up well for meal prep after a long training week. This is a green-zone rebuild of a chili — tomatoes, onion, garlic, peppers, and chili powder all fall outside the green list, so this leans on bone broth and green-zone vegetables and spices instead.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat, then drain any excess fat.
  2. Add the bone broth, carrots, celery, turmeric, and ginger. Bring to a simmer.
  3. Cook uncovered for 20 minutes, then add the zucchini and broccoli and simmer another 10–15 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
  4. Season with sea salt and stir in the fresh parsley or cilantro just before serving.
  5. Top with sliced avocado, if using.
Prep time: 10 min Cook time: 35 min Serves: 4–6
100% Green Zone

Coconut Flour Pancakes

A weekend breakfast that keeps things grain-free without sacrificing the comfort-food feeling.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Whisk together the eggs, coconut milk, and melted ghee in a bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine the coconut flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and let the batter rest for 5 minutes to thicken.
  4. Heat a small amount of ghee in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.
  5. Pour small rounds of batter into the skillet and cook 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  6. Serve warm with extra ghee or grass-fed butter.
Prep time: 10 min Cook time: 15 min Serves: 2
100% Green Zone

No-Bake Collagen Fat Bombs

An easy grab-and-go snack that keeps energy steady between meals, especially on long training days.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Stir the almond butter, melted coconut oil, and melted cocoa butter together until smooth.
  2. Mix in the collagen powder, cinnamon, stevia, and sea salt until fully combined and thick.
  3. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined tray.
  4. Freeze for 20–30 minutes until firm.
  5. Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.
Prep time: 15 min (plus chilling) Makes: About 12 fat bombs
100% Green Zone

Bulletproof Salad with Creamy Herb Dressing

A simple, satisfying lunch that's loaded with quality fats and clean protein rather than empty filler.

Ingredients — Salad

Ingredients — Dressing

Instructions

  1. Whisk the dressing ingredients together until emulsified, or blend for a creamier texture.
  2. Arrange the greens on a plate or bowl.
  3. Top with avocado, walnuts, and flaked salmon.
  4. Drizzle with the dressing just before serving.
Prep time: 15 min Serves: 2