Sunday, February 5, 2012

Turkey and Guacamole Wraps



So the other day I bought some Zumba DVDs.  Have you all heard of Zumba??
It's the newest craze in exercise classes in LA.  It's like a Latin dance class that gives you a super aerobic workout!

So my DVDs came the other day and I was so excited to start my new attempt at exercise that actually is fun to do...you know the kind you want to stick with?  I have such hopes for Zumba...that it will be the ONE! 

You see, exercise tapes have come and gone around here...but please oh please this has got to be fun!  Everyone says it is...

So I popped it in my player and started up that Latin beat and learned several dance moves!  I was actually laughing trying to keep up with the fast moves...but at the same time I was having fun! Hooray!  

I think Zumba is going to be my ticket to aerobic heaven...or at least I tell my self it's heaven!  So out of breath and tired from my workout I find that I need to eat something light for dinner.  Plus I don't feel I have enough energy to cook...hehe!

So I dug some deli turkey out of the frig with a few extras and made myself this Turkey and Guacamole Wrap.  Wow, was this easy to put together and packed a spicy kick from the spicy guacamole that I used!  Simple, healthy, and it sure beats a plain 'ole sandwich.  It was the perfect meal after my tiring workout.  I think it may be a go-to quickie meal with my new routine.  Zumba!!  and a wrap!








Turkey and Guacamole Wraps

Serves 4

2 c baby spring mix lettuce
2 small tomatoes, seeded and diced
2 T low calorie Italian dressing
6 T. spicy guacamole
4 6 -8 inch flour tortillas
12 oz sliced turkey, deli or roasted

In a medium bowl toss lettuce and tomato with dressing.

On each of the 4 tortillas, spread 1 ½ tablespoons of guacamole over surface.  Add about 2-3 slices of deli sliced turkey, or about 3 oz of roasted turkey.  Add ¼ of the lettuce and tomato mixture.

To wrap:  Fold in the left and right side of the tortilla until the edges are about 1 inch apart.  Roll from the top down.  Cut in half and serve.

Friday, February 3, 2012

Pear Salad





I love this salad.  

It's a winter salad for me since I get to use fresh pears.  I soooo miss summer fruit, so I try and sneak all the winter fruit in my diet that I can.  Pears, apples, and oranges hit the spot.  


This is a healthy salad with some complex flavors.  The lightness of the pears compliment the bite of the herbed goat cheese.  The citrus touch with the salad dressing is refreshing.  I must say that this mix of dressing, orange juice and plain old bottled low calorie Italian dressing is the bomb!  I usually make a little more and keep the extra in frig to use all week long.  It's that good!  Trust me...


Why not treat yourself to a healthy salad this week.  Try this and let me know what you think!


Happy winter (with dreams of summer fruit!).







Pear Salad

Serves 4

½ c low calorie Italian dressing
½ c orange juice
6 cups mixed baby greens
¼ c sliced almonds, toasted
2 oz herb and garlic goat cheese, crumbled
2 medium Bartlett pears, diced

In a small bowl whisk together the Italian dressing and the orange juice. 

In a large salad bowl or platter add mixed baby greens, sliced almonds, goat cheese, and diced pears.  Toss together.

Whisk dressing one more time and drizzle over salad, tossing to coat.

adapted from Healthy Calendar Cooking

Wednesday, February 1, 2012

Super Bowl Party Food Round Up



Are you ready for some football?


What a great day to hang with family and friends, watching a great game, and eating some great food!  (lots of greats...)


Part of the fun is eating super bowl snacks, munchies, and party food.  So this post is a round up of some great dishes that would make your Super Bowl Party spectacular!


Just click on the food title that inspires you and it will take you to the recipe.




Appetizers


Spinach and Feta Cheese Bundles




Sausage Mushroom Quiche Appetizers














Cheesy Garlic Herb Bread



Cheesy Italian Bread



Sweet Onion Salsa



Mini Pizzas



Salsa Roja



Munchies


Chicken Pot Pie Pockets



Baked Chicken Taquitos



Simple Perfect Chili



Chicken Verde Tacos



Chicken Quesadilla Grande



One Pot Pasta



Tex Mex Soft Tacos



Fajita Bar


Try some of these great recipes, and make some great food.  Most of all have a wonderful Super Bowl Party!

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