In January, many people are focused on shedding holiday pounds. But others see the New Year as a chance to establish healthy (and sustainable) eating resolutions.
We are lucky here in The Woodlands to have fantastic eateries that make it a little easier to stick to our resolutions and enjoy going out with family or friends to a beautiful space for lunch or dinner. They have been gracious enough to share with us some of their favorite healthy eating recipes so that we can try them at home.
Herb and Beet share their Health Nut Salad, a fresh and crunchy salad full of nutrients that give energy and improve digestion. They have a fantastic menu of healthy food available at herbandbeet.com. I highly suggest checking them out for a quick, healthy, and yummy new year pick me up.
Skip the ranch on the vegetable tray this year and head towards the humus! Flowerchild is sharing their take on this greek dish, with Avocado Humus. Flowerchild makes every last bite on their menu from scratch, using farm-fresh ingredients from close to home. So, try out the humus, and then head over to iamaflowerchild.com to check out their other fabulous menu options.
HEALTH NUT SALAD
from Herb & Beet
- ½ BOWL CHOPPED KALE (MASSAGED)
- ½ CUP COOKED QUINOA (WE USE TRI-COLOR ROYAL QUINOA)
- ½ RIPE AVOCADO
- ¼ CUP RED BELL PEPPER (CHOPPED)
- ¼ CUP GREEN GRAPES (HALVED)
- 2 TBSP TOASTED SUNFLOWER SEEDS
- 2 TBSP ALMONDS (CHOPPED)
- YOUR FAVORITE CITRUS OR LEMON VINAIGRETTE
This recipe is about as simple as it gets! Put all the ingredients in a bowl and toss with your favorite vinaigrette.
Herb & Beet is a locally inspired, Fast-Casual Restaurant bringing Farm-Fresh food to The Woodlands, Texas!
AVACADO HUMMUS FROM FLOWERCHILD
2 16 oz. Cans Garbanzo Beans
1/2 C. Water
1/3 C. Lemon Juice
1/4 C Tahini Paste
2 Tbsp Garlic Smashed
1 Tbsp Kosher Salt
1/2 Tbsp Evaporated Cane Sugar
1/2 Tbsp Cumin
1/4 C Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 Tbsp Jalapeno Peppers Chopped
2 Tbsp Cilantro Chopped
2 Tbsp Green Onions Chopped
2 Avacados
1/4 C. Lime Juice
Drain the Garbonzo beans in a colander making sure that all excess liquid is removed.
Combine all ingredients in a container, puree with an immersion blender until smooth. If an immersion blender isn't something you have on hand, consider using a food processor or a standard blender
Place Hummus in a container to chill
Top with your favorite Relish and serve with your favorite vegetable crudite.
Flower Child, located on Lake Woodlands Drive, is on a simple, soul-satisfying mission to spread positively delicious vibes and healthy food in The Woodlands.
