Tuesday, May 08, 2012

Vollywood

It's pretty gray out! I'm a little worried! I am supposed to have my first beach volleyball game of the season tonight 8:30! It's so not a beach day, it looks cold and rainy. That sand is going to be dirty! I think we will still have fun. It'll be good practice for when the days are nicer and the weather gets serious. And all those squats waiting for the serve will do my booty good!

I started my morning with some yoga. Really liking this routine I've got going on! I feel nice and relaxed in the AM from the flow. Even though the 6:30 wake-up call is a little rough the poses help to slowly get my body burning. I also get to feel proud of myself when I finally get into work in the morning. I like knowing that I've started my day with something good.

My lunch today was something different. Felafels! I bought a pack from the vegan section at my grocery store, and they were fresh, not frozen, which made them all the more attractive! I served it with brown rice and cooked spinach with some tomatoes, broccoli and green peppers on the side. It was a little bland to tell you the truth with no sauces or anything, but the felafels sure were delicious! I'd like to try making some of my own at home. Maybe with a tzatziki sauce. Mmm!

Now my lunch yesterday was anything but bland! Chili! This recipe was incredible simple and vegan all the way. If you're like me thought, be careful. There are A LOT of beans. They sure helped me stay full!



Ingredients

1 jar chunky salsa
1/4 cup BBQ sauce
2T chili powder
3/4t salt (optional)
1.5t ground cumin
1t dried oregano
1/2t paprika
1/2t sugar
1.5 cup water
1/2 can of diced tomato
1 can cooked red kidney beans, drained & rinsed
1 can cooked black beans, drained & rinsed
1 can cooked pinto beans, drained and rinsed
2 cups corn kernels

Directions

In a big pot heat the salsa and spices, stir to mix. Then mix in the water, diced tomato, all the beans and the corn. Cover and simmer for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Enjoy!

It's really that easy! I knew I was going to have a super busy week so I made this ahead of time Sunday night and now I have tons of leftovers that will last me well into the week.

For something different try using ground round and reduce the amount of beans you use. Cheese, avocado or some corn chips would be great toppings!

A special thank you to my friend Melissa for introducing me to the simply delicious recipe from Vegan on the Cheap. This is one recipe you don't wanna lose.

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