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March 3, 2015

Enoki and Salmon Soup

Life gets crazy-busy sometimes (ok, maybe all the time). When you get hit with an intense schedule, what do you tend to reach for to fuel yourself? A cup of coffee? A candy bar? Do you sit at your desk and nosh on chips instead of an actual meal? Today I wanted to give you a little recipe inspiration that shows how healthy food can be made in a flash! This Enoki mushroom and Salmon Soup is one of my go-to’s. As you may know by now, I LOVE salmon, and I also love Asian cuisine (Japanese, Thai, Korean- I can’t get enough)! This soup is sort of my “busy girl Asian-fusion” soup. I think it’s super easy to make at night, either for dinner, or lunch the next day. All you have to do is heat it up, and bam! Delicious and totally healthy.IMG_2669

Some of the ingredients may seem a bit foreign, but I’m gonna give you the run down of why they should become diet staples!

First, we’ve got our tofu shirataki noodles. As a self-professed noodle lover, I was in heaven when I discovered these way back when. A whole package is only 20 calories and 6 grams of carbs! It’s hard to find a run-of-the-mill noodle that can stand up to that. The secret? The noodles are made of, you guessed it, tofu… and yam flour! I love to use the spaghetti-style noodles in this recipe because they remind me of the noodles that are typically used in pho, a vietnamese soup.

How about Enoki mushrooms? Maybe you think they look a little freaky. Personally, I think they are adorable. (My sister is super afraid of raw mushrooms, to the point where she won’t even touch them until they are cooked. It’s really hilarious. Is anyone else like this??? I think it might be a texture thing.) Enokis are perfect for adding a mild flavor to the soup, without adding a lot of calories, so feel free to pile on the enoki!!

Another favorite of mine is Bragg’s Liquid Aminos. It tastes just like soy sauce, but is very low in sodium, so it won’t leave you feeling puffy or bloated like traditional soy sauce would.

This soup is perfect for those cold days where you are craving something warm and cozy to fill you up, but you don’t want to feel heavy or enter a dreaded food coma. It’s full of flavor, but low in sodium (sorry, Campbell’s) and calories, so hurry up and put a pot on the stove, already!

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup vegetable broth (always go for low sodium)
  • 3-4 ounces salmon (Hello, Omega-3’s!)
  • 1 cup chopped kale
  • 1/4 cup edamame (soy beans)
  • 1 package of tofu shirataki noodles
  • as many enoki mushrooms as you like!
  • 1 tsp Bragg’s Liquid Aminos
  • 1/2 tsp ginger juice ( sub powdered ginger if you cannot get ginger juice. It is sold at most grocery stores, or you can make your own by putting about an inch of ginger root through a juicer.)
  • oil, for misting pan

Directions:

  1. Bake salmon in oven at 375 degrees for 20-25 minutes, until cooked through.
  2. Over medium-high heat, mist a saucepan with oil. Add mushrooms and kale to pan. Sauté until kale begin begins to wilt.
  3. Add vegetable broth, ginger juice, and liquid aminos to the saucepan, stirring occasionally.
  4. Once the broth begins to simmer, throw in the edamame.
  5. Drain the shirataki noodles, and add the to the saucepan. Stir until noodles are just heated through.
  6. Transfer soup to a bowl, and add salmon. Enjoy!

Let me know what your favorite soups are! I would love to take your most-loved soups (especially the unhealthy ones or store-bought faves) and make them over into a healthy, delicious version 2.0. Feel free to share in the comments!

XO, Alexandra

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January 19, 2015

Life, Craziness, and an Announcement!

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First things first, Happy New Year! I promise I haven’t fallen off the face of the earth!!! The past few months have been so busy. Between Thanksgiving and now, I have taken finals, studied for and taken the GRE, and applied to dietetic internships. For those of you who aren’t too familiar with applying to dietetic internships, it’s like applying to college all over again, but on a larger and more stressful scale! Needless to say, it has felt like I haven’t even had time to catch a breath! (I’m sure you all can relate.)

Now for the exciting announcement! I didn’t share this news on the blog several months back when I got the position, so I am so happy to finally share it with you. I have been interning for The Nutrition Twins!

Tammy and Lyssie are registered dietitian nutritionists and personal trainers. As nutrition experts, you may have seen them on television (Good Morning America, Fox News, Bravo) or read their contributions in Self, Vogue, or InStyle. They are nutrition superstars, and I have been so fortunate to have the position working for them.

As an intern, I get to create content for their blog.This means I get to do exactly what I love: create healthy recipes, photograph food, and write about nutrition! I would love it if you guys checked out this recent post on the Nutrition Twins website- it features my New Year’s Resolution, and one of my favorite go-to recipes! Feel free to check out some of the other recipe posts on their blog; you may be reading something I created!

Thank you so much for staying with me after all this time. And please let me know what your resolutions are for 2015, if you have any!

XO, Alexandra

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October 1, 2014

Perfect Pumpkin Parfaits

Happy October!!!

I love this time of year because I absolutely adore pumpkin! Nothing says “Fall” quite like pumpkin. I mean, really, what other vegetable do we use to decorate with??? (Spinach garlands, anyone?) Seriously, though, pumpkin is SO full of yummy health benefits- until it hits store shelves in super processed, sugar saturated, artificially flavored form. (I’m looking at you, pumpkin Oreos.) So to help you out with your pumpkin fix and save you from falling into the “processed pumpkin” trap, I’m sharing a delicious and simple recipe: Pumpkin Parfaits!

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Why does pumpkin get so much attention? Well, beyond being super tasty and oh so comforting, it is a nutritional powerhouse! A cup of pureed pumpkin has over 200% of the vitamin A you need in a day! Pumpkin is also a good source of vitamin C and potassium. You can totally use it in many of the recipes where you might use bananas, like smoothies or oatmeal. Bonus: pumpkin is very filling, and a whole cup will only set you back 50 calories. Just make sure you get your pumpkin on with some healthier options, like this parfait, and not a slice of pie piled with whipped cream 🙂

This little creamy and crunchy dish is perfect for a snack, breakfast, or lunch (or dinner. Hey, I won’t judge.)

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Serves 4

Ingredients

1 can of pumpkin puree (NOT pumpkin pie filling)

4 individual- sized containers of plain Greek yogurt. Look for a brand low in sugar. Use a dairy free option, if you so desire.

1 TBS honey

1 tsp vanilla

1 tsp cinnamon

1/2 tsp nutmeg

Granola, for garnish- I used this one. The cinnamon in the granola works perfectly in this recipe

Directions

1. Mix pumpkin puree with honey, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

2. In a bowl or mason jar, alternate layers of pumpkin and yogurt, using a whole container of yogurt per serving, and 1/4 of the pumpkin mixture ( a little more than 1/3 cup)

3. Top with granola, and enjoy the flavors of fall!

This recipe is so quick and easy, and you really can’t mess it up. Feel free, as usual, to get creative with your parfait. (spiced pecans instead of granola? Yes please!)

What are some of your fave ways to enjoy pumpkin? Do you have any pumpkin-y indulgences that you would like to see me healthify? Let me know! Now if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got some pumpkin calling my name!

XO, Alexandra

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September 9, 2014

True Food Kitchen

This post is a a little different than my previous posts. I decided to share something new on here- restaurant reviews! I absolutely LOVE trying new restaurants and hunting down eateries that cook healthy, delicious grub. I’m one of those people who gets all excited to look at menus online and read Yelp reviews in my free time. Anyone else do this, or am I just crazy? I’m also one of those people who pulls out their phone to take pictures of the food that comes to the table. Pictures are not only fun to look back on and share with others, but I also find having some pics of great meals reminds me of great things to order if I go to that restaurant again. Not to mention, if I’m feeling  inspired to try my hand at recreating the meal at home, I have a visual reference to guide me in my foodie endeavor.

The first restaurant I’ve got to share with you is called True Food Kitchen. There are locations in Southern California, Arizona, Colorado, Texas, Georgia, and Virginia! I can guarantee they will get more locations because the food is just that good. Their whole philosophy, as stated on their website, is that they “want you to feel better, live longer, and make your mouth happy in the process.” I can totally stand by that, and so can my tastebuds. They are not serving up bland rabbit food. The food is full of flavor, and leaves you satisfied without feeling like you are in a food coma. If you have a True Food Kitchen near you, I highly recommend you stop in. Quite simply, they are serving nutritious food you can feel good about eating. Here are pics of some of my favorite things I have tried so far.

Green Arnie (matcha lemonade), beet and carrot juice, and a honey lemonade
Green Arnie (matcha lemonade), beet and carrot juice, and a honey lemonade
quinoa veggie salad with crunchy almonds, goat cheese, and grilled steelhead salmon
quinoa veggie salad with crunchy almonds, goat cheese, and grilled steelhead salmon
inside out quinoa burger with kale and sweet potatoes
inside out quinoa burger with kale and sweet potatoes

Are you salivating yet? I was while I was putting this post together. Ahhhh the food is so good, to the point where you actually crave healthy foods! Plus most of the menu items are simple to put together at home, so you know I am drawing some major inspiration for future blog recipes! Would you guys try any of these types of foods at a restaurant? What are some of your favorite places to stop in for a healthy bite to eat? Let me know!

XO,

Alexandra

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June 23, 2014

To Juice, or Not to Juice

Juicing…is it good? Is it bad? There seems to be an ongoing debate about this health trend. I have a really strong opinion about the matter, so I’m letting you know where this dietitian-in-the-making stands.

First, I do not recommend doing a juice cleanse or a juice fast. These fads might seem like a good idea, but they can actually harm your body. Typically juice fasts are low in calories- much lower than the amount of calories you should be getting in a day, which can put your body into starvation mode and ultimately slow down your metabolism. Nobody wants a slowed down metabolism! Also, it is important that you get enough fat and protein in your diet. Juice cleanses are heavy on the carbs, and contain very little fat or protein if any at all.

Don’t be fooled by the dreaded juice fast as a route to losing weight. You may lose weight while on a juice fast, but as soon as you stop the fast and begin to eat normally again, you will gain it back. Surviving off of juice alone is not a sustainable diet! You will eventually have to go back to eating normal food, so the weight you lost while on a low calorie juice fast will come back.

It is common that people do cleanses to “detox”. Believe it or not, the body has a fully functioning detoxification system built right in! It’s your liver and kidneys, and they are designed to provide your body with all of the detoxification it needs.

Enough of the cons about juicing. But please, I am begging you, for your health and wellbeing, do not put yourself through a juice fast! There are much safer ways to lose weight, and much more enjoyable ways, as well.

Juicing is not all evil! Incorporating a fresh pressed juice into your life can be a great thing! It allows you to get a large amount of nutrients in a small volume. Something to remember when making or purchasing juices is to pick juices that are heavy on vegetables and light on fruits, since the fruits tend to be higher in calories and sugar. Having a juice a day could be a great addition to a diet of clean healthy eating, which is why I’m including one of my favorite juice recipes. Feel free to try different combinations of fruits, veggies, and herbs!

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Serves 2-3

3 carrots

3 stalks of celery

1 bunch of parsley

2 apples

an inch or so of ginger root

Chop everything up and toss it in the juicer. The result is a fresh, zingy juice with all the benefits of lovely fruits and vegetables. It is keeps in the fridge for a day or two, but I can never seem to make it last that long!IMG_1019

Let me know what some of your favorite fruits and veggies are to juice! I would love to get some new recipe inspiration.

XO,

Alexandra

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