Challenge: Day 6
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Today was pretty good, but I was craving carbs, as you can easily see below. It was the sweet potato I had with salmon and vegetables for dinner tonight that put me over, but it was well worth it.
Totals for the day:
* 1 cup vegetables
* 1/2 cup fruit
* 1 cup protein
* 3 1/4 cups carbs
* 2 T healthy cheese (“light”)
* 3 tablespoons healthy oil
* 3 tablespoons nuts
I had about 1 1/2 cups of a ginger miso broth, but I’m not sure where to include this. It was only about 45 calories, so not a big deal in terms of calories.
After dinner, I do like to have a bit of sweet, and I had a few apples that were just a little past eating prime, but perfect for cooking. On this rainy evening, this warm comforting dessert was just right.
Apples Sauteed with Honey and Pure Maple Syrup, served with Non-Fat Greek Yogurt
Apples with Honey & Pure Maple Syrup
2 large green apples, such as Pippins
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Peel, core, and slice apples into about 1/4-inch thick pieces.
Heat honey and maple syrup over medium high in a heavy bottomed non-stick pan. Watch carefully as it could scorch easily.
When the honey and syrup are bubbling, add the apples and stir to coat. Sprinkle with about 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Reduce heat to low and cover. Cook about 15 to 20 minutes until the apples soften. Uncover, increase heat to medium high and cook to thicken the pan juices to make a nice, caramely sauce.
Serve warm, garnished with plain non-fat Greek yogurt for a warm and satisfying, yet healthy, dessert.
Makes 2 servings – this will be a lovely and heart-healthy Valentines’ Day dessert for your sweetheart.
I think next time I make this I will add some lemon zest, and maybe a little lemon juice along with the apples.