Friday, June 26, 2009

Nutrition :: Springtime Shrimp Salad

Springtime Shrimp Salad

Here's what you need...

For the Dressing

  • 1 Tablespoon grated orange peel
  • 1/3 cup orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

For the Salad

  • 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 8 cups torn Boston lettuce
  • 3 Oranges
  • 1 lb fresh or frozen shelled deveined cooked shrimp, thawed
  1. In a small bowl combine all of the dressing ingredients; beat with a wire whisk until well blended. Set aside.
  2. In large nonstick skillet, bring 1/2 cup water to a boil. Add asparagus and return to boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook 5 to 6 minutes or until tender.
  3. Meanwhile, arrange lettuce on 4 individual salad plates. Peel oranges and halve lengthwise; cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
  4. Drain asparagus. Rinse with cold water; drain well. Arrange asparagus, orange slices and shrimp over lettuce. Drizzle salads with dressing.

Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 290 calories, 9g fat, 24g carbohydrate, 6g fiber, and 29g protein.





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Friday, June 12, 2009

Nutrition :: Sunny Day Grilled Chicken

Sunny Day Grilled Chicken

Serve this delicious grilled chicken at your next barbecue. The honey-mustard glaze has a wonderful tangy flavor. Remember to add healthy side dishes for a summer meal that will satisfy without weighing you down.
Servings: 6

Here's what you need...

  • 4 Tablespoons honey
  • 4 Tablespoons spicy mustard
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
  • 2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  1. Pre-heat your grill. If using coals, heat until the coals turn gray and there are no longer strong flames, 35-45 minutes.
  2. Combine honey, mustard, lemon peel, soy sauce and garlic. Mix well. Reserve a few tablespoons of the sauce. Add chicken and marinate in the refrigerator for 40 minutes.
  3. Cook the chicken 5 to 6 minutes per side. Brush with the reserved sauce, and continue cooking for an additional 3 to 4 minutes per side, until chicken registers 170 degrees F on a meat thermometer.

Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 183 calories, 2g fat, 13g carbohydrate, 0g fiber, and 28g protein.






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Friday, June 5, 2009

Fitness Tip :: Emotion Creates Motion

Emotion Creates Motion

Can you remember a time when you felt completely discouraged with your body? It's easy to beat yourself up when the body that you have is miles from the one you want. When negative emotions flood over you resist the urge to get down on yourself, rather turn the tides in your favor. You may have heard the expression 'emotion creates motion'. This is a very powerful tool. Channel your dissatisfaction with your body into 'motion'. Take control of your body and put a plan into action.




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