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Kamis, 19 November 2009

Asparagus Salad

Yields : 6 servings

Time :
10 minutes


Ingredients:
  • ¼ c lemon juice
  • ¼ c olive oil
  • 20 kalamata olives, chopped
  • 1/3 c fresh mint, chopped
  • 1½ pounds asparagus,steamed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • small red onion, finely chopped
  • salt
  • pepper
  • optional garnish: crumbled goat cheese
Directions :
Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, olives, and mint, then toss with remaining ingredients. Top with goat cheese and serve at room temperature or chilled.

Notes :
In the original recipe, the asparagus is halved lengthwise, and the bell pepper and onion are thinly sliced. I
find that arrangement, while lovely, is kind of awkward to eat, which is why I just chop everything up.



Article Source : www.theveggietable.com

Jumat, 13 November 2009

The Benefits of Enjoying Vegetarian Food

Vegetarianism is the act of eliminating meat from the diet. This includes chicken, fish, beef, pork, or any other form of meat. Some people choose this diet out of respect for animals, while others enjoy these eating habits for their health benefits. Below are some of the main benefits of eating healthy vegetarian food recipes.

Benefit 1: You will have lower levels of cholesterol, which is commonly caused by eating a lot of red meats.

Benefit 2: Vegetarianism helps to decrease the amount of toxins in the body. Fresh fruits and vegetables do not introduce nearly as many toxins as meat.

Benefit 3: You will have lower blood pressure, which is wonderful especially if you currently have high blood pressure.

Benefit 4: You will have a lower risk of heart attack or stroke.

Benefit 5: The food is delicious and will give you the energy your body needs.

Benefit 6: Vegetarian recipes are very nutritious! You will be eating a variety of vegetables, which are rich in nutrients and vitamins that your body needs to stay healthy.

As you can see, eating a vegetarian diet does not come without its own list of great benefits. One of my favorite vegetarian food recipes is a simple salad with cheese cubes. It's incredibly delicious, and you can put almost anything in a salad. Finish it off with your favorite salad dressing and you have yourself a great meal or snack, depending on the size of your bowl!

Vegetarian food recipes are incredibly healthy for you and can be a lot of fun too. If you have any favorite meat recipes, you can alter them to become vegetarian by substituting meat for something else. Get creative with your diet and have fun with your cooking. Your body will thank you, and so will your family.