Why I Keep this Blog

When I first discovered my dietary restrictions, I felt deprived, but then I discovered that all Baby Boomers, in fact people of most ages, should probably be eating the same way to ensure a long, healthy life, and that I can still eat and cook very good food.

I don't even bother to go down many isles of the grocery store any more. Most of what I cook and eat is fresh. Very, very little is pre-prepared, and anytime I buy anything already processed, I read the label to inspect every ingredient that goes into it before it goes into me.

But I eat very well. These are recipes that fit into my diet. If you enjoy them, welcome to my collection. Cheers!

Friday, July 15, 2011

GOAT CHEESE AND ZUCCHINI FRITTATA

I'm trying this recipe from Whole Foods in the morning. I have all the ingredients at home!






2 eggs eggbeaters
Salt and pepper to taste 
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil* 
Few thin slices of red onion 
1/2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced 
1 ounce fresh goat cheese* 
1 roasted red pepper from a jar, chopped 
Small handful fresh herbs such as parsley and chives, roughly chopped 

Serves 1

Serve this perfect frittata for one with a green salad on the side, if you like. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available in the Whole Foods Market Family of Brands.

Ingredients









Method

Beat eggs and season well. Heat oil in a small cast iron or other ovenproof skillet and cook onion and zucchini 2 to 3 minutes to soften. Add eggs and cook 1 to 2 minutes until almost set. Dot with goat cheese and roasted red pepper, then sprinkle with herbs. Place under broiler until golden, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition

Per serving (about 11oz/314g-wt.): 390 calories (270 from fat), 30g total fat, 9g saturated fat, 435mg cholesterol, 690mg sodium, 11g total carbohydrate (3g dietary fiber, 6g sugar), 20g protein

Monday, July 4, 2011

Grilled Sea Bass


I kid you not . . . the Sea Bass I made with this recipe tasted like lobster!!


By: ZSTYLIN on Allrecipes.com
"This is a truly flavorful dish with a lovely plate presentation. My mom and I experimented and made this for lunch. It came out so good I promptly went to the fish market so I could make it for my dinner guests that night. YUMMY!"

                              Ingredients

  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • lemon pepper to taste
  • sea salt to taste
  • 2 pounds sea bass
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 large cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chopped Italian flat leaf parsley
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Directions

  1. Preheat grill for high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, stir together the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, lemon pepper, and sea salt. Sprinkle seasonings onto the fish.
  3. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter with the garlic and parsley. Remove from heat when the butter has melted, and set aside.
  4. Lightly oil grill grate. Grill fish for 7 minutes, then turn and drizzle with butter. Continue cooking for 7 minutes, or until easily flaked with a fork. Drizzle with olive oil before serving.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 232 | Total Fat: 12.2g | Cholesterol: 78mg
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Sunday, July 3, 2011

Lemony Lentil Salad with Salmon

I have left-over salmon we smoked in our back yard in the frig.  And we love lentils.   YUM!  (Disappointed that we couldn't find canned lentils at Whole Foods)


Salmon and lentils are a familiar combo in French bistro cooking. For the best presentation, flake the salmon with a fork, then stir gently into the salad to keep it in chunks, not tiny bits.


Ingredients

Serves: 
    • 1/3 cup lemon juice
    • 1/3 cup chopped fresh dill
    • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
    • Freshly ground pepper to taste
    • 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
    • 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and diced
    • 1 cup diced seedless cucumber
    • 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
    • 2 15-ounce cans lentils, rinsed, or 3 cups cooked brown or green lentils (see Tip)
    • 2 7-ounce cans salmon, drained and flaked, or 1 1/2 cups flaked cooked salmon

Directions

Whisk lemon juice, dill, mustard, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Add bell pepper, cucumber, onion, lentils and salmon; toss to coat.
Tip: To cook lentils: Place in a saucepan, cover with water and bring to a boil. Cook until just tender, about 20 minutes for green lentils and 30 minutes for brown. Drain and rinse under cold water.

Nutrition Facts

Per Single Serving / Serves 6 Total
Calories354Total Carbohydrates25gm8%
Calories from fat 162Total Fat 18gm28%
Saturated Fat3gm15%Mono Unsaturated Fat12gm
Protein24gmCholesterol31mg10%
Fiber9gm9%Sodium194mg8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available.


http://www.kitchendaily.com/recipe/lemony-lentil-salad-with-salmon-389/#ixzz1Qyn35zP0