Back on my healthy eating kick!

Back on my healthy eating kick!

So many happy foods that are healthy.  Here’s my random list at the moment:

1. Ezekiel Bread - found in the freezer section.  At only 80 calories a slice, it totally curbs your carb cravings.  
2. Natural Peanut Butter - yes, the stuff that separates in the jar.  I personally love the extra crunchy kind.  My personal favorite breakfast now?  Two slices of toasted cinnamon raisin Ezekiel bread with a schmear of this stuff on it.  Pick a fruit to go with it!
3. Strawberries - it’s summer time!  Not only are they my favorite food of all time, but they are so good for you.  Make sure you wash them only when you’re ready to eat them.  They’ll last longer that way =).  Just bought a huge club pack at Wegman’s for only $2.99 - SUCH A BARGAIN!
4. Greek Yogurt - not only do I love it as a cool treat, but it’s the best substitution for mayo, sour cream, cream cheese and other calorie-bursting dips/spreads.  I make a veggie dip with Greek yogurt and spices and a dash of Srircha!  YUM!
5. Multi-grain sprouted wheat chips - Goodness.  These are my new healthy kick go-to munchy!  I love eating them with salsa (mango, black bean roasted corn…YUM!)  My personal favorite at the moment?

And check out the awesome nutrition facts =)

Until next time, happy healthy eating!  Happy summer! Enjoy =)

Current Obsession: Greek Yogurt

Hello foodies!! Let me tell you about my current obsession (that I have a feeling will stay pretty persistent!) GREEK YOGURT! Not only is it inexpensive, but it's so good for you in so many ways. Here's a few of the benefits: 

1. Cost effective - get a huge tub of it (~$6) and it lasts a week. I get it plain, 0% or 2% fat. It's so good and tasty!

2. Replace it for anything you use sour cream/cream/half-and-half for. I use it to make chicken, tuna, and egg salads. I use to marinade meat (any white meat or firm seafood - the yogurt cultures help tenderize the meat too!) Add siracha, chili powder, paprika, garlic and onion powder and other favorite spices for a DELICIOUS marinade! I also use it to make amazing dips for veggies and multi-grain chips. SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE DIP IS NOW GOOD FOR YOU!!!

3. It's the quickest, most effective breakfast EVER. It's versatile: no prep, no cooking...and it is AWESOME. Drizzle honey, add fresh or frozen berries or a banana and you're good to go. For a crunch, add some nuts (added protein too!)