Are you feeling ready to freshen up your snack & meal options by adding a variety of veggies and plant-based foods this season?
Eating more unrefined, plant-based foods can be an important strategy in the promotion of overall health. The American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) recommends an eating plan based predominantly on a variety of minimally processed vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds for the treatment, reversal and prevention of lifestyle-related chronic disease such as heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and certain types of cancer.
What can this look like?
Nourish bowls are a simple way to assemble a meal utilizing already prepared food or ingredients you have in your pantry. A mix of dark, leafy greens, protein, complex carbohydrates, vegetables, and healthy fats will provide you with energy and help you feel fuller for longer. Try different herbs, spices and sauces to add variety throughout the week.
Leafy greens (2-3 handfuls): red or green leaf lettuce, spinach, kale, arugula Extra veggies (1 cup): green or purple cabbage, carrots, peppers, beets Protein (1/2-1 cup): black, kidney & garbanzo beans, tofu, edamame Fiber-rich carbs (1/2-1 cup): brown rice, quinoa, corn, fruit: berries, apples Healthy fats (1-2 toppings): avocado (1/4), hummus (2 Tbsp), pumpkin seeds (2 Tbsp) Toppers to add flavor: lemon/lime juice, mint, cilantro, apple cider vinegar, salsa
