Happy Friday everyone! All of my clients know the drill when it comes to feasting on a big holiday dinner but for those of you who don’t have nutrition coaching, here is the secret.
Many people often fail on holidays because they won’t eat at the beginning of the day to “save up calories” for their big dinner. What typically happens with that is you end up WAY overeating and feel like crap after the holiday.
To help avoid that situation I tell my clients to enjoy a high protein breakfast and pack the rest of the day with very nutrient dense foods (since you know the big dinner probably won’t have a lot) and you will actually be going into the meal NOT ravenously hungry and can eat in more moderation!
Today’s recipe is actually one that would be an easy lunch before your big feast because it is packed with nutrients and vitamins and will keep you satisfied!
Ingredients:
For the Salad
• 7 oz mixed green salad rinsed
• 1 pear thinly sliced
• 1 apple thinly sliced
• 1/3 cup dried cranberries
• 4 cooked bacon slices chopped
• 1/3 cup feta cheese
For the Dressing
• 1 cup apple cider
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 1/2 tbsp minced shallots
• 1 tbsp dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp honey
• 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Combine all salad ingredients into a large bowl and toss together.
For the Vinaigrette
1. Add apple cider, apple cider vinegar and shallots to a small pan over high heat.
2. Bring the liquids to a boil and cook for about 7 or 8 minutes or until it has reduced to about ½ cup then remove from heat.
3. Allow cider liquid to cool slightly then add to a bowl.
4. Whisk in remaining ingredients until it is completely smooth and well mixed.
5. Pour over salad and toss together and serve.
Nutrition:
Calories: 151
Carbohydrates: 24g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 5g
