Carob Halvah

Halvah is a middle eastern sesame seed dessert kind of like nougat.It is usually very high in calories, fat, and sugar.This halvah uses nothing but raw ingredients and can be put together in about 5 minutes and ready for eating in 30 minutes.It uses carob which is considered a chocolate substitute but lower in calories with zero fat.

Yield:6 small servings

Ingredients:

1 c raw sesame seeds

1 tbsp. raw carob powder

dash of ground cinnamon

pinch of sea salt

1/4 c raw honey

2 tbsp. raw tahini

1 tsp. vanilla extract

1. Put sesame seeds in a food processor and process for 60-90 seconds.Put sesame seeds in a large bowl.

2. Add the carob powder, cinnamon, and the salt to the sesame seeds and blend together.

3. Add the honey, tahini, and vanilla extract to the sesame seeds mix and blend together to form a stiff dough and shape.

4. Store halvah in the fridge prior to serving.Will keep in a sealed container for 3 weeks.Bring to room temperature before serving.

Per Serving:215 calories, 15g fat, 2g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 0mg sodium, 19g carbohydrates, 4g fiber, 5g protein.

Tropical Carrot Mango Blend

Yeild:1 Serving
Ingredients:
2 carrots
1 celery sticks
1 apple
1 mango, peeled and cubed
1 c peeled and cubed pineapple
2 oz.water

1. Push carrots, celery,apple,mango, and pineapple through a juicer and process.Add water and mix.Serve immediately.

Per Serving:254 calories, 0.3 g fat, 0 saturated fat, 3g protein, 59.8g carbohydrates

Carrot Kale Juice Blend

Here's another blended fruit/vegetable juice that's perfect for the start of the day.

Yield:1 Serving
Ingredients:
3 carrots
2 celery ribs
2 apples, cored, sliced
2 kale leaves

1.Put all ingredients in a juicer , alternating between each one.Stir and serve immediately.

Per Serving:174.5 calories,1.5 g fat, 0 g saturated fat, 6 g protein, 39.5 g carbohydrate.

Greens Smoothie

This smoothie is a great way to get all the healthy benefits of vegetable and fruits in a single serving.A great way to start your day or perfect for an afternoon pick-me up.

Yield:1 Serving
Ingredients:
1 medium apple, cored, sliced
1 medium pear, cored, sliced
1/2 bunch of kale leaves
1 celery stalk
2 oz. water

1. Put all the ingredients except the water in a juice extractor.Add the water to juice and mix.Serve immediately.

Per Serving: 215 calories,0g total fat,0mg cholesterol,30mg sodium,57carbohydrate,11g fiber,2g protein.

Fresh Tomatillo Salsa

This is a simple tomatillo salsa which you can use as a dip for tortilla chips or as a salsa for tacos or enchiladas.You can adjust the amount of chilies if it is too strong or omit them all together for a milder taste.

Yield:2 1/2 c
Ingredients:1 lb. tomatillos,husks removed, and rinsed, cut in half
3 serrano chiles, cut in half, deseeded (optional)
1 jalapeno chili, cut in half, deseeded (optional)
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
juice of 2 limes
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c fresh cilantro, roughly chopped

1. Place all ingredients in a food processor or blender and process till it becomes a chunky puree. 2.Transfer tomatillo salsa to a small serving bowl and use as a dip or salsa.

Per Serving:13 calories,0g fat,0 saturated fat,0mg cholesterol,37mg sodium,
3g carbohydrates,1g fiber,0g protein

Baked Grapefruit Chicken Breasts

This recipe came about because I had a bagful of grapefruits that were given to me and had to figure out an ingenious way to use them.It's simple to make and makes a nice alternative to lemon.

Yield:6 Servings
Ingredients:
6 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 grapefruit, halved, juice squeezed out
3 Tbsp. olive oil
1/2 tsp. seasoned salt

1. Preheat oven to 400F.
2. Oil a baking dish with 1 Tbsp. olive oil.Place chicken breasts in baking dish.Pour grapefruit juice evenly over chicken breasts.
3.Drizzle chicken with remaining olive oil and seasoned salt. Add 1/4 c water to baking dish.
4.Cover baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes.Remove from oven and serve warm.

Per Serving:290 calories,3 g carbohydrates, 50 g protien, 18 g fat, 5 g fiber, 88 mg cholesterol, 82 mg sodium.

Easy Chicken Feta Bake

This is a fairly easy dish to put together and is perfect for a mid-week dinner.

Yield:6 Servings
Ingredients:
6(about 5oz. each) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 pkg. (4oz.)Athenos Crumbled Feta Cheese
1/4 c red bell pepper, chopped
1/4 c fresh parsley, chopped

1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Oil a baking dish with the olive oil and place the chicken in the dish.
2. Drizzle chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.Spread the remaining ingredients equally among the top of each chicken breast.
3. Place in oven and bake chicken for 45-55 minutes.


Per Serving: 263 calories, 12 g fat, 0.5 g carbohydrate, 36 g protein, 0.25 fiber, 107.76 mg cholesterol, 236.51 mg sodium.