Official, new and updated 21 Day Fix food list (as of August 2015).
Recently updated to include a wider variety of foods. :)
Tuesday, 11 August 2015
Monday, 14 April 2014
10-Day Shakeology Challenge: May 2014
Need a fun way to jump start your weight loss, clean up your nutrition, and lose a few pounds? Then join my 10 Day Shakeology Challenge. I have vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, and greenberry packets. If you've been curious about Shakeology and my accountability groups, this is a great way to see what it's all about!
What does it entail?
* Commit to replacing 1 meal each day with Shakeology
* Commit to exercising at least 30 minutes 8 out of 10 days. Any form of exercise will do!
* Weight yourself at the beginning and end of the challenge to see your results. I always like to take measurements too.
* Commit to exercising at least 30 minutes 8 out of 10 days. Any form of exercise will do!
* Weight yourself at the beginning and end of the challenge to see your results. I always like to take measurements too.
I will be available throughout the challenge to answer any questions you have and cheer you on!
Email me at moreveggiesplease@gmail.com
I host one EVERY month! If you missed this one, email me to join the next one! :)
I host one EVERY month! If you missed this one, email me to join the next one! :)
Tuesday, 25 March 2014
Garlic Rubbed Roasted Cabbage Steaks
If you love cabbage, you are going to freak out about how
good this is. Now, if you are on the fence about cabbage, you need to try this
because this might be the recipe that converts you to a cabbage lover.
This is a simple side dish worthy of a dinner party and
couldn’t be easier to make. Four ingredients, a couple of minutes to prepare
and toss in the oven for an hour.
Ingredients
1 (approx 2lb) head of organic green cabbage, cut into 1″
thick slices
1.5 tablespoons olive oil
2 to 3 large garlic cloves, smashed
kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper
spray olive oil OR non-stick cooking spray
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 400F and spray a baking sheet with
non-stick cooking spray. Pull outer leaf off cabbage (it’s usually dirty and
nasty looking), cut cabbage from top to bottom (bottom being root) into 1″
thick slices.
2. Rub both sides of cabbage with smashed garlic.
3. Use a pastry brush to evenly spread the olive oil over
both sides of the cabbage slices.
4. Finally, sprinkle each side with a bit of kosher salt and
freshly cracked black pepper.
5. Roast on the middle rack for 30 minutes. Carefully flip
the cabbage steaks and roast for an additional 30 minutes until edges are brown
and crispy. Serve hot and Enjoy!
Sunday, 23 March 2014
Chalene Johnson is releasing a HOT new workout called PiYo!
BREAKING NEWS! If you are a fan of Chalene Johnson or have ever tried and loved Turbo Jam, Turbo Kick, or Turbo Fire then you will be SO excited to hear that Chalene is releasing a HOT new program, PIYO! If you want to be the FIRST to know when it releases, be sure to sign up and enter your email address below!
What is PiYo? Chalene describes PiYo as “Strength and stretch and flexibility all rolled into one powerfully dynamic workout!” Chalene continues, “PiYo is for people who just don’t feel like Yoga and Pilates is the right fit for them. People who know they need flexibility training, but they want to get more out of it.”
PiYo is a 60 Day workout program for your home. The workouts range from 25 to 45 minutes long.
Saturday, 22 March 2014
Weight Watcher Points for Shakeology
I have had questions from people also following Weight Watchers. How many WW points are in Shakeology?
The following are the Weight Watcher points for the
corresponding Shakeology formulas:
Chocolate = 3 points
Greenberry = 3 points
Tropical Strawberry Vegan = 3 points
Chocolate Vegan = 4 points
Vanilla = 3 points
Strawberry = 3 points
Keep in mind, the Shakeology formulas may change over time, as well as the way WW calculates points, which could affect the point values listed above. If ever in doubt, it is best to
consult the online point calculator at www.WeightWatchers.com where customers can simply enter the Fat,
Carbs, Protein and Fiber amounts from any label to retrieve the WW Point value.
Black Bean & Sweet Potato Chili
Ingredients
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium-large sweet potato, peeled and diced
1 large red onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chili powder
½ teaspoon ground chipotle pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 ½ cups stock
1 15-ounce cans black beans, rinsed
1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
½ cup dried quinoa
4 teaspoons lime juice
Directions
Heat a large heavy bottom pot with the oil over medium high
heat.
Add the sweet potato and onion and cook for about 5 minutes,
until the onion if softened.
Add the garlic, chili powder, chipotle, cumin and salt and
stir to combine.
Add the stock, tomatoes, black beans and quinoa and bring
the mixture to a boil. Stir everything to combine.
Cover the pot and reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer.
Cook for 10-15 minutes until the quinoa is fully cooked and
the sweet potatoes are soft.
Add the lime juice and remove the pot from the heat. Season
with salt as needed.
Garnish with avocado, cilantro, crema or cheese before
serving.
Friday, 21 March 2014
Turkey Lettuce Wrap Taco
Yum! I am a huge lover of tacos.... and this recipe makes my taco night a little healthier.
1 lb Lean ground turkey, chicken, or beef (ground chicken is my favorite!)
1 cup Salsa (pineapple or mango salsa would be yummy)
1 (4 oz) Green chilies
1/2 tbs Taco seasoning (or seasonings of your choice)
Toppings:
1 (15 oz) can Corn, drained
Directions
Spray a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Add turkey meat, salsa, green chiles, and taco seasoning to skillet, and turn on heat to medium high. Stir everything to combine, breaking up turkey as best as possible while cooking. Cook for 8-12 minutes, or until turkey is completely browned, and cooked through, (no longer pink). Take off heat. Add beans and corn and stir to combine.
To make the lettuce wraps, Cut off the stem (or base) of the lettuce head, and cut in half long ways. Peel off individual leaves, and wash and pat dry. Scoop 1/2 cup meat into lettuce wraps and and top with low fat plain greek yogurt or low fat sour cream, additional salsa, and olives if desired.
1 (15 oz) can Black beans, rinsed and drained
1 Head lettuce OR 6 low carb tortillas
Optional: Low fat plain greek yogurt or low fat sour cream, additional salsa for serving, corn, black beans, sliced olives
Directions
Spray a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Add turkey meat, salsa, green chiles, and taco seasoning to skillet, and turn on heat to medium high. Stir everything to combine, breaking up turkey as best as possible while cooking. Cook for 8-12 minutes, or until turkey is completely browned, and cooked through, (no longer pink). Take off heat. Add beans and corn and stir to combine.
To make the lettuce wraps, Cut off the stem (or base) of the lettuce head, and cut in half long ways. Peel off individual leaves, and wash and pat dry. Scoop 1/2 cup meat into lettuce wraps and and top with low fat plain greek yogurt or low fat sour cream, additional salsa, and olives if desired.
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