Asparagus, Black Beans, Tomato...Black beans are a starch.
So we try to limit the intake on beans. And aim more in eating the green veggies. I realize beans are protein also and high in fiber but they are also starchy according to our dr.
This is a very filling side dish. And so tasty. I usually buy fresh asparagus and steam it. This could be more of a cold side dish.
So good!!! And a economical dish for busy people.
We really try to stay clear of noodles, bread, crackers. And if we do have them we be sure to make sure to eat the correct portion. And they are whole wheat noodles with fiber.
Patience bless her heart almost everyday will eat a sandwitch on whole wheat bread with her fruit. Or salad with grilled chicken. Or a wrap. But today I switched it up and put a cold pasta in her lunch with fruit and small piece of grilled chicken.
Whole wheat pasta
Diced can of tomato
Diced peppers
Diced onions
A few diced olives
A sprinkle of basil
This photo is quite a few servings...But to be honest in the past I could have ate the whole thing. When we give Patience a pasta we usually pack it full of veggies and she knows once that serving is eaten that's it.
We all measure our pasta servings now. Like i said we really try to stay clear but every now we will have whole wheat. Maybe once a week if that. Making sure veggies are the main items on the plate. Any other veggies would be great: cucumber, carrots, spinach, broccoli. I just made it simple. Because Patience talks alot at lunch...LOL I would never want to buy those pasta kits because those are loaded with soduim. I like to make it because fresh veggies are so good for you.
I'm so proud and amazed how she has maintained her weight. :)
One of my favorite not so good for me foods is Egg roll. So I have found a way to get that same flavor without eating something deep fried in oil and batter.
I scramble a egg and let it cook till it covers the whole bottom of the pan. Flat. Then I stir fry my cabbage and carrots. Or you could purchase a bag of Cole slaw mix the veggies.
Cook those up. Then i put the veggies in the egg and roll it up like a real egg roll. And either dip it in Chinese hot sauce or put the hot sauce on. Alot less calories and not so bad for you. Patience has eaten this for breakfast even. Of course without the hot sauce...LOL
She does not like very spicy things. I so wish I had a photo of the face she makes when something is to spicy.
The one thing I'm really starting to believe is true if I believe Im a healthy person then that is what I become. No I haven't reached my goal weight just yet. But when I make healthy choices in each meal. It's amazing how the rest just falls in place.
I bought a new pair of Capri's a couple weeks ago and they were Little snug now they are baggy... Yes there are times I am tempted. But for the most part I am a healthy person.
What you believe is what you will become. At first it was just me imitating what I wanted to be now I am becoming what I believe.
Personally I love soup sometimes when I do not feel like a large meal. I will sip on soup. This may be eaten warm or cold. I even eat soup in the summer time.
1 cup of onion
2 garlic cloves
1 and half cups of veggie broth
1 Avocado
3 cups of cucumber
1 tablespoon of olive oil
1 tablespoon of lemon
1/2 cup of plain yogurt
Heat chopped onion and garlic gloves , add lemon juice and heat for about one minute. Add broth, and cucumber, Add all in a blender or food processor. Be careful. And puree. Add avocado. And yogurt.
You may add a pinch of cayenne pepper . This soup can be served warm or chilled. Its healthy and a wonderful snack or nice with a salad.
Makes 4 servings one cup
One of the sweet treats we all love is plain yogurt with berries or fruit. Greek Yogurt is excellent for you. The yogurt in the store that is already sweetened is not so good. The fruit gives the yogurt a sweet taste. It's like eating McDonald's yogurt at home.
We always buy the big bag of frozen strawberries each week and use it for smoothies and shakes or this. It is only like $7.00 at Walmart and it last all week. I defrost the berries and put in Patience lunch sometimes at school. This is a treat food for Patience I have no guilt about. She likes a sprinkle of cinnamon on her yogurt.
I have not yet give up eggs. And since we are watching the carbs.
I make egg salad on lettuce leaves.
Boil about 4 eggs
Chop 1 celery stalk
About 1/2 cup of onions
And any other veggies :bell pepper, carrots (a food processor chops everything in nice bite size pieces)
After the eggs are boiled and cooled peel and put in the food processor. And pulse about 6 times. You do not want mushy egg salad. Then I add about 3 Tablespoons of Mayo
And one teaspoon of mustard. And all the veggies. And a sprinkle of dill weed.
This is a snack when you miss having dip. The lettuce leaf is lot lower in carbs than chips. This makes about 4-5 generous servings.
This is a snack I make for Patience and it is Patience approved.
