Let Me Explain

"If a person's bodyweight is at least 20% higher than it should be, he or she is considered obese. If your Body Mass Index (BMI) is between 25 and 29.9 you are considered overweight. If your BMI is 30 or over you are considered obese." - Medical News Today

That is fact. It's not an opinion on the topic, but merely a definition. I don't believe you have to be skinny to be healthy.

This is about my misadventures in finding a FIT and happy place to be.

MEAL PREP - Week Ten

Mediterranean Chickpea Quinoa Bowl



DRESSING / PUREE
1 (7 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, rinsed
¼ cup slivered almonds
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 small clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)

QUINOA MIX
2 cups cooked quinoa
¼ cup Kalamata olives, chopped
¼ cup finely chopped red onion

SALAD
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed
1 cup diced cucumber
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley


The original recipe with instructions (which hasn't been modified) is located at eatingwell.com


I think the puree could've been a little thinner, or maybe it would've worked better mixed into the quinoa while still somewhat warm. Either way, the recipe is really good. The flavors are bold and yummy. The grains and chickpeas kept me full all day. It also seems to hold up very well for a week. I can see this one being a repeat!





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