Looks what’s for dinner!
I’ve been noticing lately that Pork Loin Roast have become part of the revolving grocery store ad cycle. Pork Loin is a great lean protein and what’s easier than a crock pot to cook it in. Check out this delicious time saving recipe…
Chalupa
Cooked in a slow cooker, such as a crock-pot, this is a low-fat version of a fast food dish.
Serves: 22 person(s)
Preparation Time: 25 mins
Cooking Time: 9 hrs
Extra Time: 8 hrs
(for soaking)(note: above cooking time is for slow cooker)
Ingredients
3 lb extra lean pork roast
1 lb dry pinto beans
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 Tbsp ground cumin
1 Tbsp dried oregano
2 Tbsp chili powder
1/2 Tbsp salt
1 can (4 oz) chopped green chilis
1 crockpot of water
Directions
In the slow cooker, cover the beans with hot water (about 1/2 an inch above the beans). Turn the slow cooker to high for 1 hour and then turn it off. Leave to soak over night.
In the morning, remove beans (reserving cooking water), and put roast in bottom of cooker. Add remaining ingredients (including the beans and their soaking water) and more water if needed to cover all the ingredients. Cook on high 1 hour, and then on low 6 hours. Remove meat and shred with two forks. Return the meat to the slow cooker. Cook on high 1 more hour, or until the beans are tender.
Variations:
Serve over a bed of lettuce. Can top with lowfat grated cheese, chopped onions, tomatoes, fat free sour cream and lowfat tortilla chips.
Serving suggestions and garnishes are not included in nutritional analysis, and may not be dairy-free or gluten-free.
Tips:
This meat and bean mixture also makes wonderful burritos.
Nutrition Report for June 24, 2012
Calories 124
% DV**
Total Fat 3 g 5%
Sat. Fat 0.3 g 2%
Cholesterol 23 mg 8%
Sodium 184 mg 8%
Total Carbs. 14 g 5%
Dietary Fiber 5 g 20%
Sugars 0.7 g -
Protein 11 g 22%
Calcium 31 mg 3%
Note: A dash indicates no data is available.
** Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values maybe higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. These values are recommended by a government body. They are not Fitness Results recommendations.
USDA MyPlate
Its not always easy to make the right food choices and sometimes the right amount to eat can be confusing. The new USDA MyPlate is a great example to follow in building your meals. Its important to have a healthy lean protein, delicious vegetables, fruits, and grains plus some dairy to help balance a good eating plan. Try out and see for yourself!
Craving Pancakes?
If you must eat pancakes a couple strategic substitutions can make it a more healthy choice.
Apple Oatmeal Pancakes
Serves: 5 person(s)
Preparation Time: 10 mins
Cooking Time: 5 mins
Ingredients
- 3 small apples
- 1 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup oatmeal
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp nutmeg
- 2 cup water
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract, or to taste (optional)
Directions
Peel, then chop apples. Add about a teaspoon of water. Put in small pan and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes or until soft. Mash apples with the back of a spoon or potato masher, leaving some chunky apple pieces.
In a separate bowl, mix all dry ingredients together. Add water and mashed apples. Stir until combined.
Drop about 1/4 cup mixture onto a heated skillet that has been lightly sprayed with oil.
Makes about a 4-inch sized pancake.
Tips:If desired, add a tablespoon of maple syrup, for a little sweetness (optional). It will be a little thick; spread it with a spoon.
Serving suggestion not included in nutritional analysis.
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Calories 270
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| % DV** | ||
| Total Fat | 6 g | 9% |
| Sat. Fat | 0 g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 197 mg | 8% |
| Total Carbs. | 49 g | 16% |
| Dietary Fiber | 8 g | 32% |
| Sugars | 8 g | - |
| Protein | 8 g | 16% |
| Calcium | 144 mg | 14% |
| Note: A dash indicates no data is available. |
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| ** Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values maybe higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. These values are recommended by a government body. They are not Fitness Results recommendations. | ||
BREAKFAST, LUNCH OR DINNER…..
Romaine lettuce w/ Chicken Breast, Salsa, Strawberries, Vegetables, Olive Oil, Red Vinegar and Avocado….
Romaine Blend: 1 1/2 cups, calories: 50, fat: 0g, carbs: 10g, protein: 2.5g
Roasted Broiled or Baked Chicken Breast (Skin Not Eaten): 1 oz boneless, skinless, calories: 138, fat: 0g, carbs: 0g, protein: 24g
Salsa: 1 cup, calories: 33, fat: 0g, carbs: 7.5g, protein: 1.5g
Strawberries: 1 cup sliced, calories: 13, fat: 0g, carbs: 3g, protein: 0.3g
Vegetables, Fresh: Peppers, bell or sweet, red, raw, edible portion: 0.25cup, chopped (5.3 oz), calories: 9, fat: 0.1g, carbs: 2.2g, protein: 0.4g
Fresh or Dried Vegetables: Shallots, raw, edible portion: 2 tablespoon, chopped (0.4 oz), calories: 14, fat: 0.02g, carbs: 3.4g, protein: 0.5g
Oils: Olive: 1.5teaspoon (0.2 fl.oz), calories: 59, fat: 6.7g, carbs: 0g, protein: 0g
Red Wine Vinegar: 1 tbsp, calories: 0, fat: 0g, carbs: 0g, protein: 0g
Avocado: 1 oz, calories: 50, fat: 4.5g, carbs: 3g, protein: 1g
TOTAL CALORIES: 368, FAT 11.3g, CARBS: 29.1g, PROTEIN: 30.1g
Calories 368
% DV**
Total Fat: 11.3g 17%
Sat. Fat: 1.5g 8%****Low in Saturated Fat
Cholesterol: 72mg 24%
Sodium: 1118.3mg 47%
Total Carbs.: 29.1g 10%
Dietary Fiber: 14.5g 58% ***Good Source of Fiber
Sugars: 11.8g-Protein: 30.1g 60%-Calcium: 24.3mg 2%
PUT A LITTLE SPICE IN YOUR BREAKFAST…..
PUT A LITTLE SPICE IN YOUR BREAKFAST…..
Egg whites, salsa, avocado and some fruit/vegetable juice…under 300 calories!!!
EggBeaters: Egg Substitutes: Egg Whites: 8oz, calories: 123, fat: 0g, carbs: 0g, protein: 24.7g,
Salsa: 2 Tbsp., calories: 10, fat: 0g, carbs: 2g, protein: 0g,
Avocado: 1 oz, calories: 100, fat: 9g, carbs: 6g, protein: 2g,
Fruit & Vegetable Juices: Grapefruit, pink or white, fresh (6.3 fl.oz), calories: 38, fat: 0.1g, carbs: 9g, protein: 0.5g
TOTAL: Calories: 271 , fat: 9.1g, carbs: 17g , protein: 27.1g
Calories: 271
% DV**Daily Value Percentage
Total Fat: 9.1g 14%
Sat. Fat: 1g 5%****Low in saturated fat
Cholesterol: 0mg 1%***Low in cholesterol
Sodium: 770.8mg 32%
Total Carbs.: 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber: 2.1g 8%
Sugars: 9.9g-Protein: 27.1g 54%: Calcium: 8.8mg 1%
TRY THIS FOR BREAKFAST TOMORROW!!!
Excellent choice for breakfast: oatmeal, blueberries, almonds and egg whites.
Oatmeal: 1 cup cooked, calories: 108, fat: 1.5g, carbs: 18.8g, protein: 4.5g
Blueberries: 1 cup, calories: 20, fat: 0g, carbs: 5.3g, protein: 0.3g
Almonds: 1 oz, calories: 82, fat: 7g, carbs: 2.5g, protein: 3g
Egg White: 1 cup, calories: 63, fat: 0g, carbs: 0.5g, protein: 13g
TOTAL: calories: 274, fat: 8.5g, carbs: 27g, protein: 20.8g
Calories 274
% DV**
Total Fat: 8.5g 13%
Sat. Fat: 0.5g 3% ****Low in saturated fat
Cholesterol: 0mg 1% ****Low in Cholesterol
Sodium: 410.3mg 17%
Total Carbs.: 27g 9%
Dietary Fiber: 4.5g 18% ***Good source of fiber
Sugars: 4.5g-Protein: 20.8g 42%-Calcium: 6.3mg 1%
HEALTH CHOICE FOR LUNCH OR DINNER-UNDER 300 CALORIES
HEALTHY CHOICE FOR LUNCH OR DINNER-UNDER 300 CALORIES!!!
Simple meal consisting of vegetables (squash, carrots and broccoli), strawberries and filet mignon (or steak of choice).
Vegetables, Fresh: Broccoli, raw, edible portion: 2oz, calories: 19, fat: 0.2g, carbs: 3.8g, protein 1.6g
Vegetables, Fresh: Carrots, raw, edible portion: 3oz, calories: 34, fat: 0.2g, carbs: 8.1g, protein 0.8g
Vegetables, Fresh: Squash, summer, zucchini, with skin, raw: 2oz, calories: 9, fat: 0.1g, carbs: 1.9g, protein: 0.7g
Strawberries: 1 cup halves, calories: 24, fat: 0g, carbs: 5.5g, protein: 0.5g
Beef Steaks: Steak, Tenderloin (Filet Mignon), Lean, broiled: 3oz, calories: 152, fat: 5.6g, carbs: 0g, protein: 23.9g
Oils: Olive: 1 teaspoon (0.2 fl.oz), calories: 39, fat: 4.5g, carbs: 0g, protein: 0g
TOTAL: calories: 279, fat: 10.6g, carbs: 19.3g, protein: 27.5g
Calories 279, Protein: 48%, Carbs: 34%, Fat: 18%
% DV** (Daily Value)
Total Fat: 10.6g 16%
Sat. Fat: 2.8g 14% ****Check out the low saturated fat
Cholesterol: 56.1mg 19%
Sodium: 134.3mg 6%
Total Carbs.: 19.3g 6%
Dietary Fiber: 6g 24% ****Good amount of fiber
Sugars: 9.3g-Protein: 27.5g 55%-Calcium: 81.3mg 8%
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