Monday, June 11, 2012

Chipin:Funeral for Alice Engelke

Thursday, June 7, 2012

Chilled Cucumber Avocado Soup!

Chilled Cucumber Avocado SoupRecipe: Chilled Cucumber Avocado Soup

(Makes 1 serving)
So you took our advice, went to the farmers' market, and loaded up on seasonal produce. Nice work. Now what the heck are you going to do with it? Soup, anyone? We know, we know. Soup is generally considered a winter dish, but it's time to break that mold. After all, we're all outliers here, right?

Enjoy this creamy concoction cold or with a fresh, green salad. It's a great "light" meal for a hot summer night.

  • 1 large cucumber, peeled and chopped
  • 1/2 medium avocado
  • 1 medium serrano chili, seeded
  • 6 oz. plain yogurt
  • 2 tsp. fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp. sea salt
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  1. Place cucumber, avocado, serrano chili, yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and ice cubes in food processor.
  2. Process until smooth; serve immediately.
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 2 minutes
Total Time: 7 minutes
Nutritional Information: (per serving)

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Calories Fat Saturated Fat Cholesterol Sodium Carbs Fiber Sugar
143 7 g 2 g 0 mg 351 mg 14 g 3 g 9 g

Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Seasonal foods for summer!


    Looking for those seasonal foods to fill your tummy's while not leaving you bloated and adding on the extra calories....Try out these!

1) Melons- Full of water, low in calories and a great pick-me up!
2) Cucumbers- Great source of Fiber and water. Great addition in salads, sandwiches and more!

3) Avocados- Full of good "fats" that keep you fulfilled in moderation, and great source of Vitamin E

4) Corn- Better in the summer months because it is full of digestive enzymes, fiber and high in antioxidants

5) Lemons- Great in water, natural system cleanser that aids digestion and stimulates your liver!

6) Green Beans- rich in manganese, a nutrient that helps in the metabolism of carbohydrates. Manganese also metabolizes vitamin E, which fights against the signs of aging. Great cooked or raw!

7) Peppers- sweeter bell peppers (red and yellow) are packed with vitamin A, which keeps your skin nice and strong while incidentally fighting off infection. Hot peppers are low in calories and have the benefit of being metabolism-enhancing fat burners

8) Tomatoes- contains Lycopene that helps fight against cancer, vitamins A and C as well as beta-carotene, which are heavy hitters in the war against free radicals that cause cell damage. 

9) Cherries- contain melatonin, a natural hormone produced in our brain's pineal gland that is known to slow the aging process. Increasing your melatonin levels can offer the benefit of a beautiful night's rest, as well as acting as a pain reliever. Cherries also contain antioxidants  

10) Peaches- including vitamins A and C, as well as other antioxidants and fiber. As well as lutein and zeaxanthin, which protect your eyes from sun damage. 

All of these fresh delicious foods can help curve your appetite while keeping you satisfied! 


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