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We’re at that certain time of year when spring is just around the corner. Before you know it, it will be time to shed the coats and jackets, so now is the time to start making good on those new years resolutions to get fit.
To assist in this effort, Maplewood Bootcamps is a good resource for not only but-kicking workouts, but also healthy recipes. Here are two that you might like:
Healthy Chicken Fajitas
This recipe is a wonderful option for a weekday dinner – it's healthy, delicious and ready in 20 minutes. Serve with low fat toppings like salsa, chopped tomatoes, fat free sour cream or hot sauce.
Yield: 4 servings
Here's what you need...
Yield: 4 servings
Here's what you need...
- 1 teaspoon Chile powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 4 uncooked chicken breasts (4oz each)
- 1/2 green bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
- 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Lime wedges for serving
- In a re-sealable bag, combine Chile powder, salt, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, cornstarch, and water. Add chicken, bell peppers, and onion; gently knead to coat. Refrigerate for 15 minutes
- Heat the oil in a skillet, empty the contents of the bag into the skillet and cook over high heat. Stir occasionally and cook until the vegetables are tender crisp and the chicken is cooked through, about 7 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in lime juice
- Transfer to serving dish and enjoy with lime wedges.
Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 160 calories, 5g fat, 5g carbohydrate, 1g fiber, and 24g protein.
Potato & Carrot Casserole
This casserole is great because it is very low in fat, is packed with vegetables and contains healthy protein. It's also easy to make and tastes great - even the kids will eat it. Enjoy with a side of steamed broccoli.
Yield: 6 servings
Here's what you need...
Yield: 6 servings
Here's what you need...
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 clove garlic, pressed
- 3/4 cup fat free chicken broth
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 3 cups grated red potato, cleaned but don't peel
- 3/4 cup egg white (or egg beater)
- 1/4 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/4 cup wheat germ
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Grease a medium sized baking pan and set aside.
- In a medium sized frying pan, sauté the onion in the water until well done. Add the garlic. Add the chicken broth, carrots, and potatoes and cook for 3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in egg whites.
- In a small bowl, combine flour, wheat germ, baking powder, salt and pepper. Add to the vegetables. Pour into the prepared pan and bake for 60 minutes.
- Serve with a side of steamed broccoli.
Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 143 calories, .5g fat, 28g carbohydrate, 4g fiber, and 8g protein.
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For more info: Visit the Maplewood Bootcamps website at http://www.maplewoodbootcamps.com/Special10Off.html or send an email to carlos@maplewoodbootcamps.com.
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