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food-and-recipes2 years ago

"Delicious and Healthy Chickpea and Roasted Eggplant Salad Recipe"

Recipe developer Catherine Brookes shares a delicious and nutritious recipe for a chickpea and roasted eggplant salad. Packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this salad features smoky roasted eggplant, sweet bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and hearty chickpeas. The dish is tossed in a tangy maple and balsamic dressing and garnished with arugula and cilantro. Chickpeas provide protein and dietary fiber, while eggplants offer antioxidants and essential vitamins and minerals. This versatile salad can be served as a side dish, lunch, or light dinner, and pairs well with grilled meats, grains, or as part of a mezze spread.

food-and-nutrition2 years ago

The Ultimate No-Cook, High-Fiber Dish for Cookouts: A Dietitian's Favorite

This article highlights a dietitian's go-to dish for cookouts - a Bell Pepper & Feta Chickpea Salad. The salad is no-cook, simple to prepare, and can easily feed a crowd. It is also nutritious, high in fiber, and customizable to accommodate various dietary restrictions. The recipe uses pantry and fridge staples, takes only 10 minutes to make, and holds up well as leftovers. Overall, it is a delicious, satisfying, and convenient option for summer gatherings.

food-and-nutrition2 years ago

The Ultimate No-Cook, High-Fiber Dish for Cookouts

Dietitian Jessica Ball shares her go-to dish for cookouts: a Bell Pepper & Feta Chickpea Salad. This no-cook, high-fiber recipe is quick to make, customizable, and packed with flavor. It's a nutritious option that can easily feed a crowd, and it's convenient as it utilizes pantry and fridge staples. The salad is naturally gluten-free, egg-free, soy-free, and nut-free, making it suitable for various dietary needs. With its combination of creamy cheese, crunchy bell pepper, heart-healthy chickpeas, and fresh herbs, this salad is a delicious and satisfying addition to any summer gathering.

health-and-nutrition2 years ago

"Doctor-approved Mediterranean lunch recipes for a healthy diet"

Dr. Simon Poole, an expert in the Mediterranean diet, shares three lunch recipes that align with the diet's principles of healthy eating. The recipes include a chickpea salad with avocado, cubed cheese, and vegetables, as well as rye bread with various toppings. The Mediterranean diet, which emphasizes vegetables, legumes, seafood, and olive oil while limiting processed and fried foods, red meat, refined grains, sugar, and saturated fat, has been shown to reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

health2 years ago

"Maximizing Weight Loss and Health with DASH Diet"

To manage high blood pressure and support weight loss, it's important to follow the DASH Diet guidelines, which encourage the consumption of foods rich in potassium, calcium, magnesium, and fiber, while limiting added sugars, fried foods, and high-fat meats. A Cranberry-Walnut Chickpea Salad is a great lunch option that falls within these guidelines and provides minerals, plant-based protein, probiotics, and may promote blood vessel health. Along with including lunches like these, daily physical activity, quality sleep, and stress management can also support a heart-healthy lifestyle.