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Beet, Apple, Walnut Salad
I am the only person in my family who actually enjoys eating beets. I think they are delicious in salads or just by themselves. Since they have health benefits like antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds, I try to sneak them in and make my family eat them too. They are also a great source of fiber. This beet, apple and walnut salad is one recipe they will eat! The dressing is a little sweet from the honey inside of it. If you let the salad chill overnight, it tastes even better the next day when the flavors marinate together. To make things easier, you can buy already cooked beets at the…
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Black Eyed Peas with Brussels Sprouts and Egg
Black eyed peas are a popular food in the Southern United States, and they are even thought to bring prosperity in the New Year! As a legume, they offer a good amount of fiber and iron to your diet. Foods with fiber keep you feeling full longer, which can help with weight loss. They are delicious in soups and salads. In this recipe, I mix black eyed peas with roasted brussels sprouts and egg for a healthy lunch or dinner. It tastes even better with chopped bacon, but I omitted this because we have stopped eating so much meat. This recipe requires a little multi-tasking. While you cook the brussels…
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Greek Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette
This Greek salad is one of my top 5 favorite salads! It is the definition of fresh, and super easy to toss together in a matter of minutes. You can enjoy this Greek salad as a main dish for a light lunch or dinner, or as a side to your main meal for times when you are hungrier for more. Did you know that soaking red onion in water for 10 minutes can take away some of the bite? I like onions in my salads, but sometimes they can be too strong, so I always soak them for a few minutes before tossing them into the salad. All of the…
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Roasted Cumin Carrots and Fennel
The first time I had this roasted carrot and fennel side dish was when my husband cooked it for me when we were on vacation. The funny thing is I don’t even remember where we were exactly, but I remember him cooking this dish because it was SO GOOD. I have never had roasted carrots and fennel before that day, and couldn’t believe the incredible flavors I had been missing out on. The key to making this side dish a success, I think, is a lot of olive oil and cumin. Don’t be shy! As you probably know, carrots are considered a super food for the eyes. They are packed…
