Food~ Everybody's lover

No life changing discussion today, so I thought I would share some of my favorite recipes with you.....
Healthy, of course, but really tasty!!!

Your fitness goals are achieved through very hard work, dedication and a huge focus on your nutrition. 80-90% of your success will come through proper nutrition. Not all healthy food has to taste like healthy food.....here's some proof:)
I've been working a lot with KALE lately.
 *Kale one of the best foods in the WORLD, so high in antioxidants its almost un believable :)

KALE CHIPS-

rinse and dry your Kale, make sure it really is dry :)
tear into chip sized bits and place in bowl.
Drizzle with olive oil and seasoning of your choice.

I like, sea salt, pepper and garlic.

Bake at 425 for 8-10 minutes.


KALE, CARROT AND AVOCADO SALAD- vegan friendly, high fiber, non dairy and of course high antioxidant count.

1 bunch kale, stemmed and chopped
2C grated carrot
1/2C avocado, peeled and pitted
1/4C thinly sliced red onion
2Tbsp lemon or lime juice
2Tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
1/2tsp low sodium soy sauce.

 HOW TO:
Toss all ingredients together in bowl, use a fork to thoroughly mash the avocado into the kale. Set aside at room temperature for 30 minutes prior to serving.
This serves 4-


KALE WALDORF SALAD- Gluten, wheat and dairy free, sodium conscious and vegan friendly.

4C packed finely chopped raw kale
1 large red apple, fuji is best
1C thinly sliced celery
1/2C walnuts, toasted and chopped
1/4C + 2Tbsp raisins
2Tbsp Dijon mustard
2Tbsp water, more if needed
1Tbsp red wine vinegar
dash salt

HOW TO:
Place kale in large bowl, chop half the apple and add to kale along with celery, 1/4C walnuts and 1/4C raisins.
Chop remaining half apple and remaining walnuts and remainder of raisins, mustard, water, vinegar and salt in blender. Puree until well mixed and slightly thickened, adding water when needed.
Pour this over the kale salad to combine.
This serves 6-