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Self and Salad Love

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I love taking care of my body. Now that I know how to properly fuel and take care of my body, life is so much more fun!

The feeling of getting a cold and planning what tea to drink and how to fuel up on the Vitamin C. It’s almost like a challenge- how fast can I kick this cold in the behind with my nutritional knowledge?

The feeling of around 3:00PM (my afternoon snack time) and thinking through my day and what food group I’m lacking. Do I need some carbs? Protein? Calcium? I love that I’m learning to listen to my body and when I’m in a slump, I can usually figure out what I’m lacking.

The feeling at the end of the day as I’m finishing up my desert with no regrets because I fueled my body for what it needed that day and indulged, not deprived.

The feeling of completing my workouts for the week and enjoying a lazy Sunday afternoon.

The feeling of never letting myself reach the point of “I’m starving!” but rather eating 3 meals+ 3 snacks a day and keeping my metabolism regulated and level all day. This is a huge one for me- I used to get to the starving point a lot and then bingeing occurred. I used to never be able to stop at 3 cookies or one piece of cake but now that I fuel all day long, I’m never so hungry that I eat everything in sight. And boy, can I just say that I love this feeling. Sort of like you thought your were in control when you starved yourself but now you realize you really had none?

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Anyways,

Ever heard of Waldorf Salad? I was completely unaware of what it was until my mom requested in for her birthday. I have been hooked ever since.

Along the way however, I have come up with my own little version.

Waldorf Salad:

1 medium apple

1/3 cup chopped celery*

1/2 a banana

1/4-1/3 cup walnuts, broken into small chunks

1/3 cup plain yogurt- Greek or non, according to your nationality preference :) *

1 tsp lemon juice

4 dashes of cinnamon

A large bowl

*okay, I didn’t actually do measurements when I made this so I am not 100% sure they are correct but, they should be close enough!

Chop your apple and celery into bite size pieces, combine.

Slice and chop your banana and break up the walnut pieces also into bite size portions.

Add your lemon juice; stir. Finally add yogurt and cinnamon and stir in very well.

Enjoy your new obsession. I promise it won’t disappoint.

I often make this for breakfast or as a side at a meal. But really, any time is Waldorf Salad time.

Happy Weekend.

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How to Make a Salad

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Homework is consuming my life these days so instead of more yummy treats for you to drool over, I am sharing my “perspective essay” for english class with you because it is “How to Make a Salad.” (Now I’m off to write my explaining and descriptive essays…)

Happy Sunday.

     The word “salads” to many people is equivalent or equal to the words boring and bland. However, salads can be some of the most delectable dishes if prepared properly. First in preparing a salad, start with the vegetables, particularly lettuce. Some choices include romaine, ice berg, spinach, Swiss chard, arugula, and kale. Once the greens are washed and chopped, other preferred vegetables can be added such as: carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, peppers, onions, and corn. Fruit is also great on a salad as it adds a tangy, sweet taste. The most common fruits used on salads are tomatoes, apples, strawberries, mandarin oranges, and grapes. Next, and one of the most important parts of a salad, is the choice of protein to top it with. Some great sources of protein for your salad is chicken, steak, fish, beans, legumes, nuts, seeds, and cheese. Without a source of protein in a salad, the person enjoying the salad will go home hungry and dissatisfied. Protein on a salad is always a must unless it is a side salad complementing the main meal. Nuts and seeds are a great addition for people who like extra crunch in their meals, plus they provide many healthy Omega 3′s.  The last step in making a salad is picking the correct dressing to top it with. Some people after adding all the various toppings do not need a salad dressing however, most prefer one. Homemade dressings are usually the most flavorful and healthy, however some of the most common store bought are Ranch, Honey Mustard, Caesar, Balsamic Vinegar, and Italian. Once your salad is prepared and tossed, grab a fork and enjoy the wonderful blend of flavors and textures.

Salad of All Salads

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sautéed squash, zucchini, can of black beans, onions, tomatoes, garlic powder, ground black pepper, cumin, chili pepper, and cheddar jack cheese all over a bed of lettuce. HOLY YUM.

This salad kind of reminded me of a Chipotle bowl. (All I needed was their amazing guacamole)

I completed this salad with an apple with peanut butter and two dark chocolate cookies….gotta balance out those veggies somehow :)

Oh, and breakfast was pretty yummy too: Natures Path Mesa Sunrise cereal, Multigrain Puffins, half a banana, blackberries, milk. I think we buy blackberries maybe once a year at my house so these were a real treat!

My sister and mom scored it good at a gluten-free meeting! Can’t wait to try their goodies…I’ll let you know if any catch my fancy ;)

Happy Monday!!