MENU PLAN May Week 2

Highly processed foods are made with chemicals like high fructose corn syrup and monosodium glutamate (MSG) that are always leaving you wanting more.  Remember the Lay’s chips ad campaign a few years ago –  “I bet you can’t eat just one?”  Processed foods like potato chips won’t satiate you. This week make a commitment to purchase and cook real food.  Explore the ways eating real food makes the cues less powerful. Notice how you feel after one of these meals versus a fast food burger and fries.

MEATLESS MONDAY Black Bean Salad I’ll just serve this over some mixed greens with some Food Should Taste Good whole grain tortilla chips on the side.

TUESDAY Asparagas, Canadian Bacon, and Cheese Frittata I am a fan of Applegate Farms Organic Turkey Bacon and Deli Ham.  I will probably substitute for the Canadian Bacon in this recipe.  I will serve with some fresh fruit.

WEDNESDAY Lemon Chicken with Green Beans and Mushrooms Will serve with some brown rice.

THURSDAY BBQ Chicken Sliders I will make some sweet potato fries (sliced sweet potatoes drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with sea salt and roasted at 400 until crispy.  I will also serve with some marinated cucumbers.  I just toss in Italian dressing and let sit in the fridge for a few hours.

FRIDAY Blackened Salmon with Cilantro Creme Fraiche Instead of the cream, I’ll use Greek yogurt.  I love blackened salmon on top of a bed of greens and veggies.