السنة: 2019
Grapefruit
Grapefruit is rich in nutrients, antioxidants, and fiber, making it one of the healthiest citrus fruits you can eat.
Research shows that it may have some powerful health benefits, some of which are:
Grapefruit is low in calories but is full of nutrients and an excellent source of vitamins A and C which makes it a rich source of antioxidants.
These can help combat the formation of free radicals known to cause cancer. Lycopene intake has been linked with a decreased risk of prostate cancer in several studies.
The antioxidant vitamin C can also help to fight skin damage caused by the sun and pollution, reduce wrinkles, and improve overall skin texture when eaten in food or applied to the skin.
The powerful nutrient combination of fiber, potassium, lycopene, vitamin C, and choline in grapefruit all help to maintain a healthy heart.
Because of its water and fiber content, grapefruit helps to prevent constipation and promote regularity for a healthy digestive tract as well as maintain weight.
Grapefruit consists of 91 percent water. This makes it one of the most hydrating fruits available. It is also full of electrolytes and a great snack to have available to prevent dehydration.
Grapefruit is surely a wondrous fruit. The components and their benefits to your overall well-being indicate that it is nothing less than medicine.
Incorporate this sweet and sour fruit into your diet and enhance the quality of your life!
Butternut Squash Hummus
Butternut Squash Hummus
A velvety butternut squash hummus with tahini, garlic and toasted pine nuts — a vibrant twist on the classic.
المقادير
Method
- Peel the butternut squash, cut into cubes and toss with a drizzle of olive oil. Spread on a baking tray and place in the oven for 25 minutes or until tender.
- Drain your chickpeas and place in a food processor along with the cooked squash, minced garlic, tahini, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, salt, and blend.
- Add a dash of water as you blend and gradually add the olive oil until well incorporated.
- Adjust salt to taste and garnish with a drizzle of oil, freshly chopped cilantro and lightly toasted pine nuts.
- Serve with Crudités and toasted pita chips
ملاحظات
Enjoy your healthy snacking!
Sweet Potato Salad Bowl
Sweet Potato Salad Bowl
A nourishing sweet potato and arugula salad bowl topped with pumpkin seeds in a zesty herb dressing.
المقادير
Method
For the Salad
- Peel the sweet potatoes and cut into medium-sized cube and finely chop the sweet onion. Place the cubed sweet potatoes and chopped sweet onion in a zip bag with 1 Tbsp of olive oil and a pinch of salt. Shake until evenly coated then spread on a baking sheet and place in the oven to bake for 25 minutes until evenly browned and a little crispy. While the sweet potato cooks, thoroughly wash the arugula (or any other greens of choice), cut the green onions, and chop the cilantro. Allow the sweet potato and sweet onions to cool then toss with the chopped greens
For the Dressing
- In a bullet or food processor place the roughly chopped cilantro, lemon, zest, garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, salt and pepper to evenly combine. You will have a zesty green and delicious dressing.
