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It’s funny, when meet new people and they hears that I am a personal trainer, the next few minutes usually involves my new friends apologetically explaining why they are not currently exercising enough, why they can’t keep weight off, or why they are about to munch on the unhealthy party food wherever we happen to be, which I don’t mind and happily answer any questions or give advice.  But I find it funny because what they don’t realize is that even as a person who lives a pretty healthy lifestyle, I also believe in moderation.  I have definitely been known to enjoy a slice of pizza or glass of wine or bowl of ice cream every once in awhile.   Or munch on a bowl of chips and guacamole at a party.  But…for the most part I eat a healthy diet of lean protein, whole grains and fruits and veggies. I stay away from pre-packaged foods and watch my sugar and fat intake.

One of my favorite things to do is have people over for dinner at my place.  What is better than great food, great wine and great company? So when I have my friends over for dinner I take the night off and don’t worry so much about what I am eating.

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And I don’t always cook low-cal low fat dinners – this last weekend I had a great time with my pals over a home-made lasagna.  However, I also tried this new recipe which I found in Shape Magazine.  It is quick and easy,  low in fat, high in protein and completely yummy!  Enjoy

Whole-Wheat Crostini with white beans

Serves 2

Prep time: 5 minutes

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Total time: 15 miutes

2 tablespoons olive oil

1/2 cup chopped onion

1/2 cup low sodium chicken or veggie broth

1 15-ounce can white beans, rinsed and drained

salt and freshly ground black pepper

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

zest of 1 lemon

8 slices whole-wheat baguette, toasted

2 plum tomatoes, cut into 8 slices

1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted

1. Combine olive oil and onion in a medium skillet.  Saute over medium heat for about 5 minutes or until onion is tender.
2. Add rosemary, broth and beans to the onions.  Simmer gently for another 5 minutes or until broth is reduced and thickened.  Remove from heat and season to taste with salt and pepper, if desired.
3. Fold in parsley and lemon zest.  Top each baguette slice with a tomato slice and 2 tablespoons of the bean mixture.  Garnish with pine nuts and serve.  – Kyle Shadix, RD

Serving – 4 crostini

252kcal, 9g fat, 1g sat fat, 32g carbs, 11g protein, 8g fiber, 137mg calcium, 4mg iron, 43 mg sodium

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One Response to “Healthy Wining and Dining”

1. Kylie Batt Says:
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