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Fall Flavors Salad

J Walden

As we move into the Fall, try this hearty salad full of fall flavors.

 

Fall Flavors Salad

recipe by: womenshealthmag.com modified by eatlivefit.net

Ingredients:

  • 3/4 cup salted, shelled pumpkin seeds
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp plus 1/4 cup olive oil, divided
  • Shredded cooked chicken (optional)
  • 3 sweet potatoes, peeled and grated
  • 2 tbsp red-wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp honey
  • 1/4 cup raisins

Directions:

Coat seeds with nonstick spray. Sprinkle with chili powder. Roast in the oven at 375F for 5 minutes, or until lightly browned. Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add sweet potatoes. Lightly cook for 7 minutes. In a bowl, whisk vinegar, mustard, honey, and a dash of chili powder. Whisk in remaining 1/4 cup oil. Add potatoes, cooked chicken, seeds, and raisins. Toss well.

Banana Ice Cream

J Walden

The banana has gotten some bad press over the years and I want to clear up misconceptions.  While it is one of the sweetest fruits available, it is chock full of nutrients and minerals.  Bananas are a great “go to” when that sweet tooth is nagging you.

One little banana…

  • is loaded with potassium, a mineral helpful in maintaining blood pressure and cardiovascular health
  • contains natural sterols which help block the absorption of dietary cholesterol
  • contains Vitamin C and B6, for immune system support and energy
  • is low fat, with less than 4% of calories from fat
  • has natural fiber, 3 grams per banana, to help regulate digestion and thus keep blood sugar levels from spiking.
  • Did I mention portable and cheap?

Now that the weather is warming up, here is a healthy alternative to ice cream using bananas.

Banana Ice Creambanana ice cream

recipe by youmustlovefood edited by eatlivefit.net

SERVES 2-3 1/2 cup servings

TIME 10 minutes to mix; 2 to 3 hours in freezer

Ingredients

  • 6 very ripe bananas, peeled and cut into medallions
  • 1 cup almond milk unsweetened
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • sprinkle of chopped almonds, for topping (optional)
  • cinnamon stick, for garnish (optional)

Other Equipment

  • large resealable freezer bag and Blender or food processor

Directions

Put the bananas into a resealable airtight bag and freeze for at least 3 hours or overnight. Place the bananas into a food processor or blender along with the almond milk, vanilla, and ground cinnamon and blend until smooth (this may take a few minutes). Scoop into dishes and top with almonds, and garnish a cinnamon stick.  If you want a thicker texture like traditional ice cream, place blend back into the resealable bag and freeze for up to 3 hours.