Archive for June 28th, 2010
Recipe of the Month – Perfect for the 4th of July!
28 Jun 2010 Author: cari In: RecipesOven-Fried Okra!
Looking for a healthy recipe to try for the Fourth of July this weekend? How about Fried Okra?! Well…oven-fried! If you are from the south like me, this is an all-time favorite! But, normally it’s super greasy and has so much breading you can hardly taste the okra. This version has way less fat, cholesterol and calories and tastes almost as good as the real thing. Try it out and you may even give Luby’s a run for their money : )
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal * Cari’s Tip: You can mix in a small amount of whole wheat flour to make it stick more.
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Dash of ground red pepper *Cari’s Tip: For extra flavor, mix in either cayenne, cumin or even garlic.
- 1/2 cup fat-free buttermilk
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 pound fresh okra pods, trimmed and cut into 3/4-inch slices (about 3 cups) *Cari’s Tip: you can also use frozen okra which sometimes holds up better and will be more crunchy.
- Cooking spray
Preparation
Preheat oven to 450º.
Combine cornmeal, 1/2 teaspoon salt, black pepper, and red pepper in a shallow dish; set aside.
Combine buttermilk and egg in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk. Add okra; toss to coat. Let stand 3 minutes.
Dredge okra in cornmeal mixture. Place okra on a cookie sheet or oven pan coated with cooking spray. Lightly coat okra with cooking spray. Bake at 450º for 40 minutes, stirring once. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.
Nutritional Information
- Yield: 8 servings (serving size: about 1/2 cup)
- Calories: 144 (4% from fat)
- Fat:0.7g (sat 0.2g,mono 0.3g,poly 0.1g)
- Protein: 4.5g
- Carbohydrate: 29.3g
- Fiber: 2.6g
- Cholesterol: 27mg
- Iron: 1.3mg
- Sodium: 204mg
- Calcium: 68mg
- *Recipe courtesy of Cooking Light.
Join My Summer Training Camp!
28 Jun 2010 Author: cari In: General |
Summer Training CampCari’s Summer Training Camp was designed to help you kick-start a healthy lifestyle and introduce you to the wide range of fun and healthy fitness activities you can do in Houston. It includes a variety of strength training and cardio activities including: boxing, resistance bands, running, yoga and more. In addition, monthly members will get a food journal (and reviews by Cari), nutrition advice, assessment with goal setting and body analysis. Cari will also take the group on an optional grocery store tour to learn how to shop healthy; on a restaurant tour to learn to order healthy; and an optional shopping trip to buy functional and stylish workout clothes and the latest gear. Memberships are $200/month or you can pay $20 for a single class. |
To sign up click HERE or to get more information, email me at Cari@Cari-fit.com.
Make this the summer you slim down and look great…it’s not too late to join!
What’s Included?
- 2 Outdoor workouts a week at various locations so you won’t get bored (Spotts Park, Memorial Park, Sabine bridge, etc). They will consist of cardio + strength training. Workouts will include upper body, lower body and abs by mixing in boxing, resistance bands, kettlebells, plyometrics and more!
- Package Also Includes (*For monthly members): a Food Journal; Personal Assessment and Goal Setting; Before/After Photos and Measurements; Yoga Classes at Joy Yoga; Kenyan Way Workouts, Cari’s Exclusive Recommendations for Online ExerciseTV Videos and Home Workouts, Workout Plan for Other days and a Copy of Cari’s new ExerciseTV dvd!
- Saturday Classes Include: a Grocery Store Tour, Shopping Tour (gear, watches, shoes, clothes,etc) at Luke’s Locker; Restaurant Tour (how to decide what to order at your fave places) and more…
What About the Heat?!
We will be in the shade and as long as you bring plenty of fluids you will do great. Cari will monitor participants closely and will offer advice on how to workout in the heat. You will burn more calories and condition your body.
Is This a Bootcamp?
No. This is more like personal training but in a group setting. Cari will not be wearing camouflage and there will be minimal screaming : )
What If I’m Out of Shape?
Each training group is limited to 10 people and all levels are welcome. Cari will adjust your reps/weights and cardio requirements based on your level of fitness and your goals. It will feel like personal training because Cari will be very involved.
When?
Every Week: Monday and Wednesday 6:30-7:30pm
+ 2 Saturday Classes per month (date/time TBD)
How Much?
$200 Per Month Total = Only $20/hour! ( less than 1/5 Cari’s personal training rates!)
To Sign Up or for more info, email: Cari@Cari-Fit.com
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