Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Blog Entry 8.25

Food tip: Product Endorsement: Barilla Plus Multigrain Pasta

So we all know that multigrain or wheat pasta is healthier than white (unless you live under a rock!). But often these healthy pastas taste like hair and regret. Not this one! Barilla Plus Pasta is awesome. It is in a gold box in the pasta section of most grocery stores. It is an excellent source of protein and good fiber, along with good oils. It is the perfect meal. And it tastes fantastic! So if you are craving a bowl of carbs on a sad day, eat this and you won’t have to live in regret. It has up 17 to 24 grams of protein a serving!

Fitness tip: Protein
Protein is key in building muscle. Protein eats fat! Literally! But do you know how much protein is in your meal. Well here are some tips.

Chicken breast 27grams
Ground beef ¼ lb 21 grams
Milk 8oz 8 grams
3 eggs 18 grams
Salmon 3oz 22 grams
Shrimp 3 oz 18 grams
Tuna one can 39 grams

Recipe: Greek pasta Salad
Makes 6 servings
This lunch for this week!
1 box Barilla Pasta Plus Farfalle
5 oz Feta Cheese
1 diced green pepper
6 oz Black Olives sliced
3 chicken breasts grilled and cubed
Place all of these ingredients in large mixing bowl or Tupperware.
Dressing
1/4 cup teaspoons olive oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon pepper
1 tsp honey
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
Make dressing and add to rest of ingredients. This is a great pre- or post workout meal!
 
 
 
 

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