When VFitters get together, they bring the fun and the healthy food to share! This dish was part of the NorCal VFit get together and is a MUST MAKE! Chock full of nutrient dense and delicious ingredients, this is a real crowd pleaser and perfect to bring to a pot luck. Thank you Linda S for sharing! This is from the cookbook Soups and Sides by Catherine Walthers.
MEDITERRANEAN SPINACH SALAD
A simple, nutritious and delicious girl on the go style meal. This salad takes all of our favorite bits of Mediterranean cooking and pulls them together in a very satisfying salad.
CREAMY TOMATO SHRIMP OVER ZOODLES
This recipe was put together in Rachele's kitchen based off of a craving she was having for a creamy tomato dish. Feel free to get creative with this one, add in other fresh herbs or any protein of your choice. A great way to use some fresh tomatoes in the late summer.
CHILI ROASTED SALMON WITH CILANTRO CREAM
This is one of those dishes that tastes like it took hours to prepare, but was easily made in 30 minutes. We are sure once you try this dish, you will be making it all the time. Feel free to add any extra veggies on hand. Pairs well with cauli mash or over steamed greens.
CACAO MINT PROTEIN SMOOTHIE
Ladies and gents: Meet the Cacao Mint Chip Protein Smoothie. Just a couple quick fun facts about the mighty cacao bean to get you all excited n’ stuff:
1. It’s one of the most antioxidant rich foods on the planet.
2. In its raw form (= “nibs”), Cacao is unprocessed and does not contain any sugar.
3. It contains over 300 compounds including fiber, iron, magnesium, AND a “bliss” chemical that has a unique resemblance to TCH (don’t worry, you won’t get a buzz. But expect a good mood.)
BLUEBERRY AND KALE SMOOTHIE
Smoothies are a great way to eat your greens first thing in the morning or for part of a post-workout snack. The blueberries and almond milk blend together with the kale and creates a vibrant smoothie full of life, and fuel, to get you through your day!
30 MINUTE THAI MEATBALLS IN SAUCE
This is great as a main dish, or as an appetizer to share. Your guests will think you spent hours in the kitchen with all the complex flavors. And there are veggies added in, which make this a superstar dish in our minds. If serving as a main dish, this pairs great over zoodles, quinoa, cauli rice or brown rice.
Adapted from www.ifodreal.com
CHUNKY MONKEY SMOOTHIE
This is a great meal on the go option for those needing a good power boost without spending a lot of time in the kitchen. This smoothie is inspired by the infamous Chunky Monkey flavor from Ben & Jerry's, but packs a nutrient punch with chia seeds and the superfood powers of cacao.
ASIAN CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS
Sweetness from raw honey, a crunch of water chestnut, earthiness of mushrooms, along with chicken and Asian flavors, these lettuce wraps will be a hit next time you are craving a taste of the Far East. Our recipe uses easy lettuce wraps for an added boost of color, health benefits, and make this great dish hand held!
CRUNCHY THAI CHICKEN SALAD
You have to try this salad to believe how great it is! If you love Asian chicken salads, you will love this fresh creation. Free of processed sugar and less than desirable oils, you will feel full of energy after this power burst of flavor and nutrients. You can always omit the chicken or add any other protein in its place. The recipe was adapted and modified slightly from the Against All Grain Blog. This salad tastes best if you let it sit for at least an hour prior to serving, make sure you allot for that time when putting this together. This also makes a HUGE salad, so even though there's a lot of slicing and shredding, know you'll have plenty of this salad to eat and enjoy!
