Peas and Eggs - A Nutritious, Tasty, Meatless Dish

Peas and eggs...who would think...but these two together make for a delicious combination and a quick, healthy, meatless meal. 

My mother and grandmother used to make this dish when I was growing up, so making and eating this dish brings back fond memories for me of both of them.

Peas and eggs are both packed with nutrition. Peas contain protein, fiber and vitamin C. Eggs are also a great source of protein and also choline, which is good for our brain.

Peas and Eggs

2 cups of organic frozen peas - cooked per package directions

2 organic, free-range eggs - whipped up in bowl

1 - 2 tablespoons of organic extra-virgin olive oil (to taste)

Salt, pepper and parsley to taste.

Directions

Place olive oil in am 8 - 10 inch skillet, on a low to medium heat for one minute.

Add the prepared peas. 

Mix and cook on a low heat for approximately 4 minutes.

Add the eggs (after slightly whipping them first in a bowl)

Cook for another 4 minutes, or until eggs are fully cooked.

Add salt, pepper and parsley (optional) to taste.

This recipe makes two servings. 

Enjoy!

4 tips for a healthy July 4th celebration

Celebrating America’s birthday is fun! However, we don’t want the use the holiday as an excuse to overeat and binge on junk food. Whether you’re hosting a back yard barbecue or you’re a guest, try these four tips so you can enjoy your day and stay on track with your health and diet. Remember that alcohol and sodas are loaded with extra calories and provide no nutritional value, so stick with water, unsweetened ice tea, club soda or unsweetened mineral water for your beverage.

1.      Fresh vegetables:  Load up on fresh vegetables such as carrot sticks, cherry or plum tomatoes, celery sticks, cucumber slices, zucchini slices and crowns of broccoli and cauliflower; these work well as low calorie, low fat  appetizers along with a healthy dip (see below). Don’t forget a large mixed green salad with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic or red wine vinegar, for the perfect side dish.

2.      Fresh fruits: Fresh fruit is full of water which help us stay hydrated, especially important in warm/hot weather. Fruit is great for desert too. Try melons such as watermelon, cantaloupe and honeydew, these can be cut in slices or small pieces for easy serving and eating. Orange slices (quartered) and strawberries are easy to handle and a nice addition too.

*You’ll boost your health by consuming a variety of fresh vegetables and fruits every day as they contain anti-oxidants, vitamins, minerals and various nutrients such as Vitamins A and C, Potassium and Lycopene to name a few.

3.      Use non-fat Greek Yogurt as a base for vegetable dips instead of sour cream. You can add some honey for a sweeter version for dipping pieces of fresh fruit as a dessert. You can also add some low fat kefir to the Greek yogurt/honey mix if you want a lighter and smoother consistency. Greek yogurt contains protein, calcium and probiotics, all of which are good for you.

4.      Lean proteins such as grilled chicken breasts and shrimp skewers can round out your meal instead of high fat and chemical laden hot dogs, or other fatty meats.

Remember to use organic produce when you can, to minimize your exposure to pesticides and choose meats that  don’t contain any added hormones or fillers for an even healthier meal.

(Sun safety: If you're going to be out in the sun (and most likely you will be) use sun protection to protect yourself against skin cancer and sunburns).