Meatless Monday: On My Plate... Yummy coffee with yummy soy creamer

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While not technically on my plate, this has been in my cup a lot lately. I am using my daughter's mug. Isn't it cute?? This is Mount Hagan Organic-Cafe Coffee, which is decaffeinated with carbon dioxide. I use NOW stevia as a sweetener, and soy creamer from Organic Valley. YUM! :)




Until next time.... God bless!

Meatless Monday: On My Plate... Amy's California Burger with Daiya Cheese :)

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All I have to say about that is... yum. :) Read the reviews here: Amy's California Veggie Burger and Daiya Cheddar Style Shreds.


Until next time.... God bless!

Meatless Monday: On My Plate... Cinnamon Raisin Oatmeal (Homemade and sugar free)

I've always wanted to like oatmeal, and know I finally do! :) This recipe is very yummy, and quite healthy. I will be posting the recipe this Foodie Friday, so stay tuned for that- or check the recipe index.

What are you having that's yummy today? :) Let me know in the comment section below.

Until next time.... God bless!

Meatless Monday: On My Plate... Sunshine burger and Daiya Cheese! :)

We picked up a new type of veggie burger at Whole Foods this week... the original Sunshine burger. (See review section of YVD for review of Sunshine burger.) Since my allergies have been acting up, I chose a vegan cheese this week- Daiya cheese. (Again, see review section.:) The bun is a Trader Joe's stone ground whole wheat bun.

I actually ate this yesterday, but may eat another today. Speaking of yummy food, we also picked up some salsa  made from peaches (made in-store)... quite possibly the best salsa I've ever eaten! It was so yummy! I'll have to pick some more up to blog about, cuz we ate it all! ;)

Until next time.... God bless!

Meatless Monday: On My Plate... Simple Snaps

 

You don't always have to be fancy to eat a healthy dish. Here I have Trader Joe's frozen snaps. I put the snaps in a bit of water, added some Celtic Sea Salt, and cooked them in a pan on the stove top until tender.

Very yummy.

For fancier ways to use snaps, see the veggie pot pie and snaps and fennel recipes. :)

I am thinking of making roasted vegetables and quinoa soon, so check the recipe index for that recipe if you'd like to read about it or give it a try! :)

Until next time.... God bless!

Munchin' Monday: On My Plate... Chinese syle veggies and rice

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Today for a late dinner I had some leftover Chinese style vegetables and Jasmine rice. I am planning to post the recipe this Foodie Friday. This dish is very tasty and nutritious. And that is what was in my bowl today... :)

Munchin' Monday: On My Plate... Trader Joe's Vegetable Masala Burger

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Trader Joe's Vegetable Masala burgers are tasty and economical. (Read review here.) A box of 4 is like $2. They are potato based with veggies like corn and carrots mixed in, along with Indian spices. I like to eat this veggie burger on a bun (had to make my own today:), with organic cheese (Horizon brand I think). I also put ketchup and mustard on my veggie burger, and it is yum to the e.

Until next time.... God bless!

Munchin' Monday: On My Plate... Organic Decaf Coffee Drink (sugar free Mocha!)

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I love me some coffee. Too much caffeine will get me wired and stressed though. So, I use organic instant coffee that is safely decaffeinated with carbon dioxide. You can read about the decaf process here.

This coffee drink can be made with milk or milk substitute. Right now I use water and milk... a little more milk than water. I am also currently omitting the walnuts just because I haven't picked up any; I am not using ice, and I am using lots of organic NOW stevia. The recipe for this yummy coffee drink can be found here. If you like the taste of coffee like I do then I suggest you give it a try. I really think it is one of the healthiest ways to enjoy coffee. :)

Until next time.... God bless!

On My Plate... grape tomatoes and oranges, Yum! :)

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Grape tomatoes and oranges has been my snack of choice for a few weeks now. Even though the weather is cold, they are so sweet and yummy. We get organic tomaotes from Trader Joes or Walmart, and the organic oranges we buy from Whole Foods. Let's see what nutritional value and health benefits these particular snacks have to offer...

Tomatoes

Tomatoes provide about 68% of the daily value of vitamin C. They are also high in vitamin A and K. They are rich in the phytonutrient lycopene, which studies have shown helps to prevent cancer. Organic tomatoes supposedly contain more lycopene than nonorganic. I do believe this nutrient is more readily available in cooked tomaotes however.

They are also a good source of fiber. And they contain potassium, niacin, vitamin B6, and folate- all vitamins that contribute to heart health. Studies have shown them to reduce cholesterol, and the juice of the tomato may prevent blood clots and act as an anti-inflammatory.

Oranges

One orange contains about 116% of the daily value of vitamin C. They are also high in fiber. 

They have several phytonutrients that have been shown to reduce blood pressure, cholesterol, and inflammation.

They also contain compound called liminoids, which are unique to citrus fruits. These compounds have been shown to fight cancer. 

Oranges also help to prevent kidney stones, ulcers, and protect against rheumatoid arthritis.

Wow. With all of the health benefits, why not join me in eating tomatoes and oranges? :) What is your favorite snack? Share below in the comments section! :)

Nutritional information obtained from one of my favorite nutritional websites, http://whfoods.org . 

Feel free to leave a comment below. Until next time... God bless!