Tag: Zucchini

Aside from whole grains, vegetables can be used to replace refined grains like bread and pasta. Leafy greens like kale double as sandwich wraps, while Portobello mushrooms make excellent buns. Run cauliflower through a food processor for rice or pizza crust. Thin slices of veggies work well as baked chips, quiche crust, or mini pizzas. Use peppers instead of bread bowls. With a spiralizer, vegetables like beets and zucchini can be turned into noodles.

Food allergies and strict diets may stop you from having regular bread. Replace regular bread with your own grain and wheat-free breads. Because you replace wheat, you may require multiple flours like coconut flour, tapioca flour to bake the bread. Some easy-to-bake breads include coconut flour bread, banana walnut bread, lemon bread, zucchini bread, and pumpkin bread.

If you are a big fan of noodles and pasta but is dealing with gluten intolerance, many healthier alternatives are available for you. These include the very popular zucchini noodles, beet and carrot noodles, sweet potatoes and squash varieties too. In addition to the fact that these are grain-free, they are power-packed with essential nutrients that make them both delicious and good for you.

We all know we need at least 8 glasses of water a day to stay hydrated, but many nutritionists believe it’s far more beneficial...

If you are one of those conflicted people who desperately want to cut down on carbs but also happen to be a major foodie...

Low-carb breakfasts can be interesting with high-protein, high-fiber ingredients that will keep you satisfied. When you do eat carbs, make them whole grain. Use portabella mushrooms for "bread" in a breakfast sandwich and non-starchy veggies instead of potatoes. Adding grilled vegetables to oatmeal or yogurt will also make a yummy, savory meal. Make an avocado egg salad or poached egg with salmon. A tofu scramble with vegetables will also boost your protein intake.

Being diagnosed with celiac disease or gluten intolerance can make life difficult because most of our favorite foods contain gluten. While the food industry...

Have you been eating carrots regularly because it helps improve your eyesight? Or have you been drinking carrot juice daily to get that glowing,...

Healthy snacks can serve the dual purpose of keeping you going between meals and giving you the feeling you’ve indulged a little without ruining your diet plan. Whether it is a protein-rich split-pea spread on whole grain toast, a tangy soup, a fiber-rich homemade trail mix, a nutrient and antioxidant packed sweet treat of grilled fruit with cinnamon, or a hearty faux Thai noodle salad made from zucchini - snacking on a weight loss plan doesn’t have to be boring!

Growing up we ate our carrot sticks with the constant reminder that they are good for our eye sight! But, that's not all the benefit...

Eating light and healthy has its benefits in summers! It's too hot to have heavy meals, anyway. If the heat is getting to you,...

Maintaining a healthy life and diet is quite easy by consuming the right foods. Given here is an A to Z list of healthy foods for you to get good nutrition.

Slice 2 zucchini and 4 carrots and other veggies of your choice into 1/2 inch slices. Drizzle olive oil and sprinkle with mix of 1/2 tsp each of salt, garlic powder and oregano, 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper and lemon zest - fresh or dried. Evenly coat the slices with this mix. Grill on med-high heat for about 3-4 mins and flip. If you want it soft, grill on med flame for longer.