TURKEY CHILI - GLUTEN FREE AND PALEO

Turkey Chili makes a great winter dish. Its not only full of protein from the turkey and the kidney beans but tomatoes have a lot of antioxidants and are a rich source of vitamins A and C - great for anyone suffering from heart disease, diabetes and cancer. I found this recipe originally on all recipes.com.  I made it at home because I was looking for something hearty and low fat to eat for dinner and thought I would pass it on. Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS:

1.5 TSP of Olive Oil
1 LB of Ground Turkey
1 Large Yellow Onion (chopped)
2 Cups of Water
1 Can of Crushed Tomatoes (28 Oz Can)
1 Can of Kidney Beans - drained and rinsed (16 Oz Can
2 Cloves of Garlic (chopped finely)
2 TBSP of Chili Powder
1/2 TSP of Paprika
1/2 TSP of Dried Oregano
1/2 TSP Ground Cayenne Pepper
1/2 TSP Ground Cumin
Salt and Pepper (as desired)

DIRECTIONS:

Heat the olive oil in a pot on the stove on medium heat. Place turkey in the pot and cook until it is evenly brown (about 4-5 minutes)

Stir in Onion and let that continue to cook until the onion becomes soft and tender.

Add water to pot before adding in the rest of the ingredients! Bring to a boil then reduce heat and cover. Let simmer for 30 minutes till sauce is thickened. If sauce hasn't thickened enough remove cover and continue to let simmer until it is.

 

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SCRAMBLE EGGS WITH SMOKED SALMON, CHIVES AND CREAM CHEESE

Eggs are known to be a great breakfast foodbut they can get a little boring after awhile. Why not reinvent your breakfast by adding some smoked salmon, chives and cream cheese? Smoked salmon is a great source of Omega 3's which helps with joint stiffness, asthma and depression while eggs are a great source of protein in the morning. Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS:

1 TSP of Butter
2 Eggs (beaten)
1 TBSP of Milk
Salt and Pepper to taste
1 TSP of Chives (chopped)
50-100 Gr of Smoked Salmon
A dollop of Light Cream Cheese
 

DIRECTIONS:

Place butter in a frying pan and set to low-medium heat. Let butter melt.

Add milk, salt and pepper to beaten eggs in a small bowl. Mix and add to frying pan and allow to cook and become fluffy moving the eggs around so they can evenly cook.

Plate your eggs when ready, top with chopped chives and accompany with smoke salon and cream cheese. Serve!

 

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SMOKE SALMOM SANDWICH ON PUMPERNICKLE

I love lox bagels but I sometimes feel guilty about all the calories in bagels. Who needs all that calories, right? Pumpernickel bread is made with coarsely ground rye flour and therefore it has a much lower glycemic load then white bread. That means that when you eat pumpernickel your body which turns carbs in the bread to sugar doesn't have as much carbs to turn to sugar as regular bread which is great if you have diabetes. Salmon is a great source of Omega 3 as well as protein, B vitamins, vitamin D, magnesium and selenium which is essential for daily body functions. Enjoy guilt free.

INGREDIENTS:

100 Gr Of Smoke Salmon
Light Cream Cheese
2-3 Branches of Chives (diced)
1 Small Red Onion (sliced)
1 Vine Ripe Tomato (sliced)
2 Pieces of PumperNickle Bread (toasted)


DIRECTIONS:

Take both of your toasted pumper nickle bread and cover in light cream cheese.

Sprinkle your cut chive on either side of the bread you just dressed with cream cheese

Next start to build up your sandwich with tomato slices and onion and lastly with smoke salmon.

Next add more tomato and onion and the other sandwich, cream cheese side down. Serve!

 

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GRANOLA YOGURT PARFAIT WITH HONEY AND BERRIES

Granola is a great thing to eat in order to stay full for a long time. It helps you stop from snacking and reaching for those unhealthy treats. Mixing granola into your breakfast is a great way to get the benefits of all the plant based protein and omega 3 fatty acids you can find in granola that are great for heart health. Meanwhile the yogurt gives you a good daily dose of calcium and the berries - antioxidants. Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS:

1 Cup of Granola - I have posted a 'Maple Syrup Granola Recipe' if you want to make it at home.
1/2 Cup of Plain Yogurt
1 TBSP of Honey
Handful of Mix Berries - I used raspberries, blueberries and blackberries

DIRECTIONS:

Layer the yogurt, then honey, then granola and lastly the berries. REPEAT until cup is full and SERVE

 

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TOMATO, CUCUMBER & FETA SALAD WITH A TWIST - VEGETARIAN

Salads are great if you are trying to lose weight. This is a extended take on a Greek Salad but with a much less complicated dressing. Its super easy to make and can be customized however you like however this salad allows you to get a vast amount of healthy minerals and nutrients you body needs to be provided while dieting.  Enjoy!!

Yields 2 Salad Servings

INGREDIENTS:

Salad
2 Vine Ripe Tomato (chopped) - anti inflammatory properties
1/2 An English Cucumber (chopped) - hydrate
1/2 a Cup of Feta (Chopped) - optional - calcium
1/4 Cup of Red Onion (Chopped Finely) - calcium, magnesium, potassium, manganese and vitamins C
Hand full of Fresh Basil (chopped roughly) - High in vitamin K - essential to building strong bones and preventing heart disease
1/2 an Avocado (chopped) - good fats and oils
1/4-1/2 a Cup of berries (I used blackberries and blue berries) - antioxidants
1-2 TBSP of Hemp hearts - protein, fatty acids, iron and vitamin E
1 TBSP of Pine Nuts (Garnish) - protein and oils

Dressing
2-3 TBSP of Olive Oil
1-2 TBSP of Balsamic Vinegar
Salt and Pepper (as desired)

DIRECTIONS

Place all ingredients for the salad in a bowl, mix dressing ingredients in a cup and drizzle on top of your salad. Serve.

 

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