This is a healthy delicious lunch that gives you protein and complex carbs to fuel your day! I usually buy organic produce from Whole Foods. I make a quick honey Dijon mustard dressing...This is a healthy delicious lunch that gives you protein and complex carbs to fuel your day! I usually buy organic produce from Whole Foods. I make a quick honey Dijon mustard dressing...
Romaine lettuce
Small sweet tomatoes
Broccoli and carrot slaw ( I buy this in a container at Whole Foods)
½ Avocado
Sauté four small chicken breast fingers with salt and pepper in olive oil for about 10 minutes
Honey Dijon Mustard Dressing
Dash of Red Wine Vinegar
1 /4 teaspoon of Dijon mustard
1 / 2 teaspoon of honey
Drizzle in some Olive Oil
*If you're not giving up grains make some crunchy croutons to go with your salad. In microwave melt 1/2 stick of butter with some garlic pepper. Brush on Udi's or your favorite gluten free bread and toast in a 325 degree oven for about 25 to 30 minutes. Break the bread up into bite size pieces and store left overs in a plastic bag.
*Facts About Eating Raw Broccoli -
Broccoli has been of particular interest to scientists because it contains the highest levels of certain glucosinolates, a class of phytochemicals that many believe may reduce the risk of prostate, breast, lung and colorectal cancer. When eaten as a raw or lightly-cooked food, enzymes in the broccoli help to break down the glucosinolates into two valuable compounds of intensive research interest -- sulforaphane and erucin. Although broccoli has the highest levels of glucosinolates, they are also found in cauliflower, cabbage, kale and other cruciferous vegetables. The same cooking recommendations would apply to those foods to best retain their health benefits, Ho said. Read More Here From Science Daily
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