
Day 2 Breakfast – Tofu Stuffed Avocados
Servings | Prep Time and Cook Time | |
6 People | 25 Minutes |
Ingredients4 Avocados, cut in half, de-seeded and pulp removed 4 oz. tofu, cubed 1 tomato, chopped 2 green onions, sliced ½ teaspoon garlic, minced 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning salt and pepper to taste |
Instructions
- Mash avocado pulp with a fork.
- Stir in remaining ingredients, spoon mixture back into avocado shells, serve immediately.
Tips or Substitution:
You can substitute just about anything for the tofu in this recipe: artichokes, chopped garden vegetables, kale you can even use cooked chopped chicken or fish.
Why it works:
Eggs – in traditional Chinese medicine, eggs are recommended to strengthen one’s blood and energy by enhancing digestive and kidney function.
Lemon juice – great for stimulating digestion
Day 2 Lunch – Spinach & Strawberry Salad
Servings | Prep Time | |
4 People | 10 Minutes |
Ingredients6 cups baby spinach ¼ cup red onion, sliced thinly 2 cups strawberries, washed trimmed and sliced ½ cup sunflower seeds Juice of 1 lemon 2 Tablespoons olive oil 2 Tablespoons of honey |
Instructions
- Lay the spinach on a nice large platter, layer the onions, strawberries and sunflower seeds on top of the spinach.
- Combine the olive oil and lemon juice and drizzle over the top of the spinach, drizzle the honey and serve.
Why it works:
Spinach – contains twice as much iron as most other greens
Red onions – are a very good source of B6, which is important for your energy
Strawberries – are a great protector against cancer and inflammation
Sunflower seeds – are a wonderful source of protein and selenium
Olive oil – is a very heart healthy oil
Day 2 Dinner – Ginger Chicken and Asparagus Stir Fry
Servings | Prep Time | Cook Time |
Ingredients4 tbs gluten-free tamari soy sauce 2 tsp cornstarch 2 – 8 oz. chicken tenderloins, trimmed and thinly sliced 2 tsp peanut oil Salt and pepper to taste 2 tbs minced fresh ginger 4 garlic cloves, minced 16 oz. asparagus, woody ends discarded, cut into 2-inch pieces 1 & 1/3 cup chicken broth or water Drizzle of sesame oil |
Instructions
- Whisk together soy sauce and cornstarch in a medium bowl. Add chicken, stir to coat, and set aside.
- Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add chicken mixture, season with salt and pepper, and stir-fry until no longer pink, about 2 minutes. Re-move from the pan and set aside.
- Add ginger and garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for 30 seconds without browning. Add asparagus and stir-fry for 1 minute.
- Stir in broth, cover, reduce heat to medium-low and cook until asparagus is crisp tender, about 2 minutes. Return chicken to pan and stir-fry to reheat, about 1 minute. Drizzle a little sesame oil over and serve immediately.
Why it works:
Chicken – in chicken soup helps the immune system to fight the symptoms of the common cold
Ginger – is a great anti-inflammatory herb to help with your aches and pains
Garlic – is a good anti-microbial food to help keep colds and illnesses away
Asparagus – has anti-oxidants to help fight off pollutants and toxins in your body
Day 2 Snack – Creamy Italian Dip
Servings | Prep Time | Cook Time |
8 People | 15 Minutes | 0 |
Ingredients3 Cups non-dairy Yogurt 1 ½ cups non-dairy yogurt mixed with 1 ½ cups non-dairy cream cheese. 3 cups firm tofu, drained and blended 3 cups Cashew Cream* Cashew Cream 2 cups cashews, soaked overnight 2 cups filtered water |
Instructions
- Drain the cashews (reserving the soaking liquid),
- Process in a food processor until smooth adding the soaking liquid until you have the desired consistency. Serve immediately and refrigerate remaining portion.
Why it works:
Cheese – can help improve blood sugar control so you feel fuller longer
Greek yogurt – is a very good source of B12. B12 deficiencies are a common cause of fatigue Sundried tomatoes – help keep your eyes healthy and protect against cataracts and macular degeneration
Garlic – is an excellent source of B6, needed for energy production
Veggies – have fiber and phytochemical nutrients
Bonus – French Baguettes
These French baguettes are perfect sliced fresh from the oven with the Creamy Italian Dip. You can make them into crispy crostini by slicing, drizzling both sides with olive oil, then lay them on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated 325 degree oven for 10-12 minutes until golden and crispy . Allow crostini to cool slightly before serving.
SHOPPING LIST:
Fruits:
Avocado – 1
Strawberries – 2 cups
Veggies:
Baby spinach – 6 cups
Red onion – 1/4 cup
Lemon – 1
Asparagus – 2 cups
Sundried tomatoes – 16
Carrots
Snap peas
Red pepper
Proteins:
Eggs – 6
Chicken tenderloins – 2-8oz
Dairy:
Part-skim ricotta cheese – 1 cup
Low-fat cottage cheese – 1 cup
Non-fat plain Green yogurt – 1 cup
Breads & Baking Needs
Honey – 2 tbsp
Cornstarch – 2 tsp
Dried Herbs:
Salt Pepper Italian herbs – 2 tsp
Fresh Herbs:
Parsley – 1tsp
Ginger – 2 tbsp
Garlic cloves – 8
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