Sports have been in full swing this weekend. I have watched many games and also saw my daughter perform in her dance recital. I love watching not only my kids but all kids being active. Instilling in our children a love for exercise is so important. There are so many different activities to choose from which is wonderful. Many kids, including my own, are always looking for snacks before and after their games. Proper fuel before and after exercise is key. I love to fix my kids an egg sandwich on whole grain bread with some fruit on the side. A balance of protein and carbs is important. After a game or practice I keep a bag of mixed raw nuts and dried fruit in their bags. Again some protein and a little natural sugar. Hydration is important as well. Water is best before and during workouts. I read an article that stated chocolate milk is a great post workout drink, so that is a favorite in this household. Whatever you decide to eat or drink for yourself or fix for your family, just remember your body needs the proper fuel to perform its best.
I was very lucky and had my mother stay with us a few days this week. We enjoyed a delicious lunch out at a local restaurant. I am going to try my best to recreate one of the dishes we shared, Eggplant, spinach, and caramelized onion quesadilla with Gouda cheese. It was outstanding!
As the school year winds down, the craziness increases. Field trips, more sporting events, concerts, etc. fill the calendar. Balancing healthy meals that are simple and taste good is my challenge for the weeks ahead. Many readers have shared some ideas with me which I love. Please keep the comments coming.
Our week ahead looks like this:
Monday: keeping it meatless--Spinach and caramelized onions with white beans and Gouda cheese quesadillas on whole grain tortillas
Tuesday: Meatball Subs and Mixed Greens Salad (days I cannot make homemade meatballs I use Al Fresco brand Chicken Meatballs. I can read and pronounce the ingredients in them!)
Wednesday: Homemade Pizzas-whole wheat pizza dough, fresh ingredients for toppings like tomatoes, basil, mushrooms, spinach, and Applegate Farms turkey pepperoni.
Thursday: Grass Fed Steak Tips with Brown Rice and Steamed Broccoli
Friday: Odds and ends night--picnic style dinner with left overs and fun finger foods. Kids are loving making their own sushi style California Rolls.
Saturday: Labor Day Weekend BBQ with Burgers and Dogs and lots of salads! I buy Applegate Farms Beef Hot dogs. I like that there are no nitrates in this brand. Hog dogs are a rare treat in this house, so when I buy them I choose the Applegate brand. Side salads include a Quinoa Black Bean Salad with corn and avocado and a watermelon salad with feta cheese.
Sunday: Soccer Tournament Day-most likely eating on a field most of the day-will prepare ahead of time a pasta dish with grilled chicken and vegetables so we can eat something hearty when we return home.
As always, trying to keep things realistic and healthy! Sometimes adjustments need to be made because of our schedules, but having things like eggs,whole grain bread and pesto in the fridge make my like easier!
Happy week ahead.
Best,
Donna
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