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Monday, May 23, 2016

Fun li'le snack - Mediterranean Skewer


Speckle of spice for soul - 
The more powerful minded you get; the less you gotto prove to others...
Be so great & strong, that you are answerable only to yourself

Just out of thin air this combo clicked 
Gave it a shot for a Mediterranean themed party
&
result = received plenty of compliments...
this melody of sweet, salt, sour and tangy was super cool ;)

Ingredients :  all readily available from organic, low sodium packaged / fresh produce aisles.

Dates – an edible fruit in the desert oasis of the Arab world for centuries. The fruits are a rich source of protein, carbohydrates, dietary fibers, certain essential vitamins and minerals (calcium, sulfur, iron, potassium, phosphorous, manganese, selenium, copper and magnesium; thiamin, Vit K, Vit B, riboflavin etc.. are few more nutrient compositions) 
Helps greatly with muscle development, nervous system stays active, improved eye health, fights off osteoporosis, laxative and helps with constipation relief, helps growth of good bacteria, supplement for anemia, helps improve health for seasonal allergies, great energy booster, keeps heart healthy, anti- carcinogenic  

Olives - Greatly helps with heart health and cardio vascular wellbeing (mono saturated fat),  it aides in breakdown of fat cells and promotes weight loss, an antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, promotes healthy cell formation (this helps with anti-cancer qualities, pain relief etc..), very high source of Vit E which aides healthy hair, anti-histamine (fights against seasonal allergies), helps ward off bad bacteria in digestive tract, provides improved eye health, exceptional source of iron to fight anemia.

Pineapple –   fruit contains an enzyme bromelain – that is anti-inflammatory, anti-clotting and anti-cancer properties. Studies have shown that consumption of pineapple regularly helps fight against arthritis, indigestion and worm infestation.

Fresh pineapple is an excellent source of antioxidant vitamin; vitamin C -maintains the integrity of blood vessels, skin, organs, and bones. Protects from scurvy, develop resistance against infectious agents (boosts immunity).  It also contains small amount Vitamin A -antioxidant properties (promotes skin, muscle, anti-cancer health). Contains coppermanganese and potassium. Helps controlling heart rate and blood pressure, aides for red blood cell synthesis. Manganese is a is a very powerful free radical scavenger.

Wednesday, May 11, 2016

Roasted potatoes - call it a side / or snack; anyway you luv 'em...


Mind & body with goodness of spices / positive thoughts..
Few great reminders for a happy relationship:-

Sometimes it takes a steep fall to realize who you are & what you are capable off...
Never forget the people who make / made time for you in their life
If you are not one of the priorities on someone's agenda; that someone needs reevaluation...

Recipe:-
Boil potatoes with salt ( as needed quantity)
After 3/4th done - drain & set aside to cool
MIX
Olive oil - 2 or 3 tsp
Cumin powder, black pepper , oregano, basil - to taste (freshly chopped or bottled powdered)
Coat cooled potatoes well with MIX
Preheat oven to 325
Convection roast - for 30 minutes or till skin browns
VOILA 😋

PROTEIN & FIBER overload Peppers !!!


Be Happy, Be Healthy... (it all starts from inside & out)

Let go of toxic people in your life
Let go of the need to be right all the time, every time...

Lately been seeing many stuffed peppers recipes online; my family loves beans and I am happy to ensure that it's low fat, high protein and filling.  Kinda just went with the flow and blended up this recipe, interesting enough; it was a worth sharing :)

Ingredients (main ones)

Small sweet peppers - about 20
Black beans - 1 cup
Quinoa - 1 cup
Cheese - any type - 1/2 or 1/4 cup
Garlic cloves - 3 or 4

Wash well & Soak one cup black bean overnight.
Pressure cook next day for 2 or 3 whistles (with salt, garlic cloves, cumin & turmeric powder - all spices to taste)

Once done drain water (you can save this for any dish for future) mush well & set aside.
Cook one cup quinoa with little salt (in rice cooker or your usual method)

Cut off head portion & Slit peppers enough to open
Clean insides

Mix the mushed beans & quinoa, cheese, black pepper (to taste), salt (if more is needed)

Stuff spoonfuls into peppers
Preheat oven to 325 degrees, roast or bake for 20 mins

We ate it hot & packed leftovers for lunch - either way, it was great. Didn't get soggy or lose its texture 👍 - tada

Left over bean mix can become sandwich fillers or quesadilla stuffing