I had a great time at Macy's Mother's Day Fashion Show last Saturday in Herald Square. Macy's is partnered with The American Heart Association's Go Red For Women campaign, bringing awareness to the number one killer in women, Heart Disease. I was on hand providing nutrition tips and information. Thanks to everyone who came out to support, learn and of course, see some Spring fashion!
Success!
Last night's Wellness event at Normal turned out to be a great time. We learned how to deal with stress via psychotherapy techniques, nutrition & yoga! Special thanks to Shira Burstein Therapy, Danielle Morelli, Talia Halperin, Just Salad, Titan Tea, tanya-b & Normal.
Black Eyed Pea Dip With Roasted Broccoli
I'm a long time fan of hummus, but I wanted to change things up with black eyed pea dip. According to Southern folklore, black eyed peas represent wealth and prosperity. Who doesn't want some of that? Instead of dipping with typical crackers or bread, roasted broccoli is a healthier, less carb ridden accompaniment.
I decided to use fresh beans, soaking them for 6 hours, then boiling for 40 minutes. You can either use fresh or canned. This recipe was inspired by my new Nutribullet--but a blender or food processor will work just as well.
Ingredients for dip:
1 1/2 cups cooked black-eyed peas (or 1 15-ounce canned black-eyed peas)
1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large clove garlic chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
ground pepper
salt as needed (depending on preference)
Directions:
1. Put aside a few black-eyed peas for garnish
2. Place peas in bowl
3. Add parsley, lemon juice, oil, garlic, tarragon & pepper.
4. Process until smooth
5. Taste to add seasonings or salt
6. Transfer to bowl & garnish with the extra peas
Notes:
- I had to add about 1/2 cup of water to the dip while in the Nutribullet for a smoother texture
- IT IS SO GOOD! I'm mmmm'ing all over the place.
Ingredients for Roasted Broccoli:
1 1/2 pounds (24 ounces) broccoli florets
4 tablespoons olive oil
3 minced garlic cloves
juice from half of lemon
black pepper
Directions:
1 Preheat the oven to 450°
2. In a bowl toss the broccoli florets, minced garlic, olive oil & lemon juice
3. Place the broccoli florets on a greased baking sheet
4. Roast for 35 minutes or until nicely browned
Ginger Stir Fry
Ginger strengthens immunity & improves digestion/absorption of essential nutrients in the body. Today I was feeling a cold coming on. I am visiting my parents so my mother & I decided to make this Ginger-based quick & easy recipe packed full of nourishing & beneficial ingredients. The prep time is 20 minutes, total cook time from start to finish ~45 minutes.
Ginger is a herb often used in:
- alleviating nausea, dizziness, motion sickness, morning sickness & stomach pains
- pain reduction from menstrual cramps, common muscle soreness & arthritis
- relieving respiratory ailments
-preventing cold/flu
THE "RECIPE"
Ingredients:
1 onion
2 tablespoons of ground fresh organic ginger
9 ounces baby bella mushrooms (1 pack)
1 red pepper
1 yellow pepper
1 green pepper
1 orange pepper
canned or fresh beansprouts (14 ounces)
5 ounces shredded carrots (can buy already shredded)
2 medium size green squash
1/2 cup string beans
4 tablespoons of ground ginger root
olive oil
5 tablespoons low sodium lite teriyaki sauce
black pepper
brown rice
Steps:
1. Coat wok pan with olive oil
2. Cut up onion into small pieces & put in wok
3. Add 3 tablespoons of low sodium teriyaki sauce
4. Use food processor to grind ginger into small pieces OR garlic press to press ginger directly in work OR chop ginger into small pieces
5. Put half of the ground ginger into wok
6. Sprinkle black pepper, then sauté
7. While sautéing, cut peppers into thin strips
8. Add peppers, sauté on low flame for 5 minutes
9. Add string beans
10. Slice mushrooms, add mushrooms
11. Slice squash, add squash
12. Add carrots
13. Add 2 tablespoons of teriyaki
14. Saute' all of the vegetables on low to medium light until close to fully cooked, stir frequently. (Should take ~10 to 15 minutes)
15. Add beansprouts
16. Add other 1/2 of ginger (about 2 tablespoons, can add more depending on taste buds)
17. Stir, cook for 2-3 minutes
18. Plate over 1/2 cup of brown rice
19. Eat
20. Feel good
