Quick 'n Delicious, Healthy Eats

Remember this picture from yesterday?

See all those delicious grains in the corner there?  Well that is what fuels my addiction for this:

Heaven sent, I tell you.

I think I may have a problem.

Blueberry Blast Oatmeal

• Superhero Oatmeal
• 2 T Chia Seeds
• 1/2 C Kashi Go Lean
• 2 T Coconut Shreds
• 1 T Honey
• BIG handful of delicious blueberries

 The deciousness continued into lunch.

Health is happiness.

• Slice of Marathon Bread topped with Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
• Baby Carrots
• Peach Chobani Yogurt

• 2 C Organic Spinach, Arugula and Radicchio Blend
• 2 Mushrooms
• 1/4 Chopped Red Bell Pepper
• 2 T Goat Cheese
• 1 T Balsamic Vinaigrette

I was craving sweets, so I incorporated that into dinner.

• 2 Slices Multi-Grain Bread
• 2 T Sunbutter
• 1 Banana
• 1 T Honey Drizzle

Life doesn't get much better than this?  Is it wrong that food makes me so happy? I don't think so. :)

Happy Tuesday!  I'm off to the Public Market!

Tropical Treat Oatmeal

Oh yes my friends.  This picture says it all.  Superhero Oatmeal topped with fresh pineapple, strawberries, coconut and a drizzle of honey.

You. must. eat. this.

Recipe

4 C Rolled Oats

1 C Lecithin Granules

1 C Sunflower Seeds

1 C Sliced Almonds

1 C Ground Flax Seed

1 C Wheat Germ

1/2 C Raisins

2 C Oat Bran
1 C Cubed Pineapple
1/2 C Sliced Strawberries
2 T Coconut
1 T Honey

Have a wonderful weekend!

A Special Delivery PLUS Banana Bread in a Bowl Oatmeal

Guess what came in the mail today!

Oh yes, I broke down and bought my ABSolute (pun intended) favorite piece of gym equipment off of e-Bay.

Call me silly, but I am obsessed with the Ab Wheel.  Ever since my mom got one off an infomercial many moons ago up, until I was re-introduced to one at the RIT gym, I have been in love.

I can not find a single pilates class, machine, or exercise video that kills my abs like this little baby.  All you have to do is get in a modified push-up position, hold the handles, and roll in and out. Don't forget to keep your tummy tucked to support your back!

I cannot wait for the pain I'm going to be in tomorrow. Ehhh- Call me a masochist! :)  

Speaking of pain, this definitely was NOT.

I like to call it Banana Bread in a Bowl Oatmeal.

• 1 Banana
• 1 Tbs Honey
• 1 tsp Cinnamon
• 1 Tbs Chia Seeds
• 1/2 C Oats

Delish!

Happy April Fools!

It's a Beautiful Mornin'

Good morning! There's nothin' I love more than waking up to a big bowl of oatmeal and a cup of coffee. Notice the coffee's almost gone... :)

Mmmm. Oats and Chia Seeds, Honey and Coconut, plus the star of the show: Strawberries!

 I can't think of a better way to start my day....  

Except perhaps a nice long run!

IheartGoogleMaps. :)

Happy Wednesday!

Weekend Eats and Treats

Oh boy, do I have some catching up to do!  You know those weekends that are really busy, but you don't really know with what?  Well, that was my weekend.

It began with a trip to Fleet Feet for new running shoes! Yay!! My knees were starting to bug me, and I was definitely over due.

These bad boys have seen better days.

Now I have these great little babies.

I think I am going to really like the dark gray.  Won't show the dirt as much. :)

Later that evening, we dug out the ole' charcoal grill from Collin's storage and had The First Grill Night of Nicer-ish Weather!  (I say "nicer-ish" because its only maybe gotten up to 60--But hey! For upstate New York, that's a heat wave!)

 

The burgers were delish, as were the bakery-fresh rolls and the grilled asparagus.  I love grilled asparagus.  Toss in a little olive oil, sprinkle on some seasoning of your choice, roll them around on the grill for a couple of minutes and BAM! Done. :)

Saturday evening, we headed over to the McCormack's for a little post-St. Patrick's Day Celebration.  Collin's mom made traditional Irish cabbage, cooked vegetables and ham.  So good! Juicy and delicious.  Yum!  I had a huge plate, plus cornbread, AND soda bread. Oh my.  I am full just thinking about it.  On top of all that, Katie made Bailey's cheesecake. Needless to say, I left stuffed to the max.

Sunday morning we had fresh pineapple and scrambled eggs with salsa verde. 

Do you live near a Wegmans?  If you do, pick this up!

 I really can't get enough of it.  

Sunday was grocery shopping day.  I got lots of yummy stuff.  

I think I need a bigger basket...

Here's a tip for you:  Clean and cut a few fresh veggies.  That way it's easier to throw together a quick salad or healthy snack.

Store them in tupperware and you're ready to go!

I also made a big pot of Quinoa (pronounced Keen-Wah).

For those who may be unfamiliar with this grain, quinoa is a complete protein, meaning in contains all of the essential amino acids.  It's also high in dietary fiber, phosphorus, magnesium and iron.  Also, it's gluten-free!

It's super easy to cook.  Just like rice.  I put this in tupperware too.  I have some delicious meals in my future!

Speaking of delicious meals, check out this breakfast.

I die.  Every bite was heaven.

This is my Superhero Oatmeal topped with:

• 1 Tablespoon of Chia Seeds (soaked with the cereal)
• 1 Tablespoon Nutella
• A handful of raspberries
• Sprinkling of Shredded Coconut

Certainly a great way to start my week off!  Hope you are having a great Monday too!