One of the best gifts and biggest
surprises I received from doing this program is my new found
enjoyment of food!
That's right. I like food more! I
need it less---- but I like it more.
I am not referring to the foods I used
to use to squelch emotions, I am referring to those wonderful foods
that Heavenly Father has presented in abundance to nourish and
energize us.
Okay, I will admit it for all of my
crazy...binge eating, sneaking tastes..etc. I have been pretty
picky.
But what I have learned as my pallet
has been cleansed, is that the taste of healthy vegetables and lean
meats is amazingly good.
I have watched my families taste change
as well.
For instance: Jacob wanted lots of
Brussels sprouts and “a really good salad” with his birthday
dinner!!! That’s right! brussel sprouts! How cool is that?!
Speaking of that change, People have
asked how I do the program with my family. Well I serve lean and
green dinners. I started out trying to just modify what we were
already having, but I rarely do this anymore. I will once in a
while, but not often. They have granola and cereal for breakfast,
bread and tortilla's available for lunches. They also get plenty of
junk food and “treats” from outside sources. Believe me there is
no shortage of sugar, fats or simple carbs in their lives. So if
dinner is healthy lean and green, they will not suffer. And guess
what. They actually like real food more as well. Also they are
eating more fruits and veggies through out the day....crazy. Who'd
of though?
I'll admit this has not been an instant
or even quick change. It has been gradual. As we have incorporated
this simple healthy habit into life, we have watched the unhealthy
habits start to fade away........
But not these guys!
Balsamic Chicken Salad
| Yield | |
|---|---|
| Prep time | 5 minutes |
| Tags | Green |
Description
Balsamic goodness.
Ingredients
| 1⁄4 | c | Balsamic Vinegar (Get the good stuff; 20 calories) |
| 1 | T | Horseradish (Koops horseradish mustard; 0 calories) |
| 1 | t | Garlic (crushed; 0 calories) |
| 2 | t | Splenda (< 5 calories) |
| 2 | T | Water |
Instructions
Whisk to blend. Toss with warm roasted shredded chicken breast
and put on top of salad made with cucumbers, tomatoes, radishes and
green onions. Drizzle "a little" more dressing over top.
