Lemony Green Beans

So today I was cruising around Beachbody getting some ideas for Thanksgiving dishes I can eat that are on the more healthy side of dishes. Living here int he South sometimes the stuff that tastes just "Oh SO GOOD" isn't oh so good for me and I end up regretting it later.

I do love green beans though and I am always looking for a way to mix them up besides a quick sauté with minced garlic (MY FAVE). 

I have never though to try it with lemon though. Adding this one to my Thanksgiving eating menu!

Replace the fried onions, cream, flour, and butter of a green bean casserole with more refreshing fare. Lemon and thyme pair beautifully with green beans.

Total Time: 14 min.
Prep Time: 5 min.
Cooking Time: 9 min.
Yield: 12 servings, ¾ cup each

Ingredients:
1 Tbsp. olive oil
2½ lbs. green beans, trimmed (about 10 cups)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
½ tsp. sea salt
¼ cup water
1 tsp. finely chopped lemon peel
3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
¼ cup chopped fresh thyme

Preparation:
1. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add green beans and garlic. Season with salt; cook, stirring frequently, for 4 to 6 minutes.
3. Add water; cook, covered, for 2 minutes.
4. Remove lid; cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until water evaporates.
5. Add lemon peel, lemon juice, and thyme. Serve immediately.

Oatmeal

Okay I love oatmeal. When you think about it, I grew up on it because it was cheap and you only use the oats, water, and a few spices, and a little bit of sugar. So realistically we grew up on it because it was fast and cheap. Now as an adult I think I eat it almost every morning hot or cold. I love oatmeal especially when I add spices and fruits to it. It leaves me feeling full and not too mention it is such a great source of nutrition. I know some people just cannot get with it, but hey more for me right?

Do you love steel-cut oatmeal, but not how long it takes to cook? This recipes makes it quick!

Total Time: 8 hrs. 11 min.
Prep Time: 5 min.
Cooking Time: 6 min.
Yield: 4 servings, about ½ cup each

Ingredients:
4 cups water
¼ tsp. sea salt (or Himalayan salt)
1 cup steel-cut oats
¼ cup nonfat milk (or unsweetened almond milk, or soy milk)

Preparation:
1. Bring water and salt to a boil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
2. Add oats; cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Remove from heat and cover. Let stand overnight.
3. The next morning, heat over medium heat. Add milk; cook, stirring frequently, for 3 to 5 minutes, or until hot.

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Detox Salad

Detox Salad Fuel your body with this salad packed with broccoli, kale, and other nutrient-rich foods. Total Time: 10 min. Prep Time: 10 min. Cooking Time: None Yield: 1 serving Ingredients: 2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 Tbsp. unfiltered raw cider vinegar 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1 tsp. pure maple syrup 2 tsp. grated fresh ginger 1 pinch Himalayan salt (or sea salt) 2 cups chopped kale ½ cup chopped cauliflower ½ cup chopped broccoli ½ cup chopped cabbage ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro Preparation: 1. Combine oil, vinegar, lemon juice, maple syrup, ginger, and salt in a small bowl; whisk to blend. Set aside. 2. Combine kale, cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage, and cilantro in a large bowl; mix well. 3. Drizzle cabbage mixture with dressing; toss gently to blend. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN GETTING FIT AND GETTING HEALTHY AND DOING YOUR BEST Click here and sign up for a FREE Team Beach Body Account You get free tips and find recipes of all type.

Chicken Tacos

Do you love tacos? I do I remember where I use to live getting fabulous tacos was easy. However, some of us don't have that luxury to just get in and go get tacos. So here is a awesome quick and simple way to make them at home. 

Even though these simple chicken tacos taste like delicious comfort food, they have only 248 calories and 6 grams of fat per serving.

Total Time: 18 min.

Prep Time: 10 min.

Cooking Time: 8 min.

Yield: 4 servings, 2 tacos each

Ingredients:

1 tsp. olive oil

1 medium onion, chopped

1 lb. raw chicken breast, boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch cubes

2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

½ tsp. ground cumin

Sea salt and ground black pepper (to taste; optional)

8 (6-inch) corn tortillas, warm

¼ cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro

Preparation:

1. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.

2. Add onion and chicken; cook, stirring frequently, for 3 to 5 minutes, or until onion is translucent and chicken is no longer pink.

3. Add garlic and cumin; cook, stirring frequently, for 1 to 2 minutes, or until well blended.

4. Season with salt and pepper if desired.

5. Top tortillas evenly with chicken mixture; garnish with cilantro.

6. Serve immediately.

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Banana Apple Muffins

It is that time of year for Fall favorites, apples, pumpkins, and delicious yummy sweet treats. 

If you are like me, you want to eat it all. I have giant sweet tooth that I have learned to control through 21 Day Fix and with the options to have sweet treats, well don't mind if I do!

Autumn Calabrese, creator of 21 Day Fix, shared a recent recipe on how to make these delicious muffins!!! Yes MUFFINS AKA Get Your Morning Sweet Fix!

I am a big muffin person and I love icing on top too. My kids love everything baked and I know will enjoy these yummy treats. Best thing is you can bake them and refrigerate them for a grab and go morning!

Banana Apple Muffins

Check it out let me know what you think and share your opinions with me. I want to know how you loved them!!!