Recipies from our “Light & Tasty Nibbles for the Holidays” event

December 8, 2009 by Susan Jeck  
Filed under Events/News, Recipes

SHRIMP CROCKETTES
Ingredients: 1/4 c bulgur, 1lb medium raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails removed, 2 tsp white miso paste, 1 egg white, 4 scallions, chopped, divided, 2 tbsp ginger, minced, 1 clove garlic, minced, 1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper, 1/2 c loosely packed cilantro leaves, whole, 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions: Bring 1/2 c water to a boil in a small saucepot. Stir in bulgur, and cook on low until bulgur is tender and has absorbed water. Spread out cooked bulgur on a platter to cool almost completely. Preheat oven to 425. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled bulgur, shrimp, miso, egg white, half of scallions, ginger, garlic pepper and cilantro. Stir several times and then transfer mixture to a food processor. Pulse about 20 times to form a thick paste.
Scoop out 2 tbsp shrimp paste and form into a ball. Repeat until all of mixture is used, forming about 20 croquettes. Sprinkle each croquette with a few pinches of sesame seeds to coat all around. Arrange croquettes in 1 layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Transfer to oven, bake 10 min. Serves 4.
Nutrients per serving (5 croquettes & 1 tbsp sauce: Calories: 230, Total Fat: 7g, Carbs: 16g, Fiber: 3g, Sugars: 2g, Protein: 27g, Sodium: 300mg, Cholesterol: 170mg
A Clean Eating Magazine recipe

CHICKEN WITH GARLIC TAHINI SAUCE
Ingredients: 1c low sodium soy sauce or tamari, 1c rice vinegar, 2 tbsp tahini, 2 tbsp minced ginger, 1 tbsp minced garlic, 1 1/2 tsp dried red pepper flakes, 3/4 c toasted sesame oil, 3/4 c olive oil, juice of 1 lemon, boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Instructions: In a medium glass bowl, whisk all ingredients. Place chicken breasts in a re-sealable plastic bag and add sauce. Allow to marinate in refrigerator 2-3 hours or overnight. Extra sauce may be refrigerated for a few weeks. Chicken can then be grilled or sautéed in a pan.
This marinade is great on fish, too!
Nutritional Info (for sauce only): Calories: 59, Calories from Fat: 56, Protein: 0.3g, Carbs: 0.58g, Fiber: .07g, Sugars: 0g, Fat: 0.6, Sodium: 155mg
A Clean Eating Magazine recipe

WHEAT BERRY SALAD
Ingredients: 1 c hard winter wheat (from Whole Foods bulk grains section), 2 tsp fresh lemon juice, divided, 2 tsp olive oil, divided, 4 medium artichokes (buy ones with leaves tightly closed), ¼ tsp salt, divided, Cooking spray, 1 oz. prosciutto, finely chopped, ½ c finely chopped onion, 1 clove garlic, minced, 1 ½ tbsp kalamata olives, finely chopped, 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tsp chopped fresh chives, ¼ tsp chopped fresh rosemary
Instructions: Soak wheat overnight in water to cover 2 inches above the wheat. Drain, place in saucepan, and cover with water 2 inches about the wheat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and cook, uncovered, 1 hour or until tender. Drain.
Trim artichokes, removing stem, and cutting 2 inches off of the top of each. Cut each into quarters and drop into bowl of cold water with 1 T. lemon juice. (This step helps keep them from turning brown where they are cut). Place artichokes in shallow skillet, add water, half the salt, and 1 t. olive oil. Bring to boil, cover and reduce heat. Cook until tender, turning occasionally, about 20 minutes. Remove from liquid, cool and remove chokes and any leaves that are not tender. Slice into smaller pieces and add to wheat berries.
Heat 1 tsp oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add prosciutto and cook 3 minutes or until browned. Add onion and cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute. Add to wheat berries along with remaining ingredients. Serves 6.
Nutrients per serving: Calories: 137, Total Fat: 2g, Sat Fat: 0.5g, Carbs: 27g, Fiber: 6g, Sugars: 1g, Protein: 6g, Sodium: 101mg

OATMEAL VANILLA PUDDING
Ingredients: 1c cooked steel cut oats (equals 1/4c uncooked), 1 scoop of protein powder (any flavor), fresh fruit cut up (apples), chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts)
Instructions: Prepare the Steel cut oats and let sit for one hour.  Then stir, add a little water and stir in one scoop of protein powder.  Then add the fruit and nuts of your choice. Serves 1.  
Nutritional Info: Calories: 195, Total Fat: 2g, Carbs: 16g, Fiber: 4g, Sugars: 2g, Protein: 26g, Sodium: 60mg, Cholesterol: 30mg

Thanks for making Light & Tasty Nibbles for the Holidays n amazing success!!

December 7, 2009 by Susan Jeck  
Filed under Blog, Events/News

Light & Tasty Nibbles for the Holidays held last Thursday evening was fantastic thanks to all of our guests! We raised money to support the Foshay Cancer Center at Jupiter Medical Center while tasting great food and drink fir for any holiday party and enjoying an amazing group of people.
Our newest taem member at Be Fit Body Boutique, Chris Collins was introduced. Susan Jeck, owner, personal trainer and weight loss expert shared her story – who knew Susan has also known the yo-yo diet battle – and the keys to staying fit and healthy throughout the year.
Three lucky guests went home with raffle prizes including a Free week of one on one personal training package, samples of Susan’s favorite Advocare products, and a one hour massage with Brenda Ammon at Ultimate Health Massage Therapy Ultimatehealth4u@aol.com.
See photos of the event under our “featured photos” tab.
Look for information regarding our next event coming soon!

Events & News

March 30, 2009 by Susan Jeck  
Filed under Events/News

Light & Tasty Nibbles for the Holidays!

Thursday, December 3, 6:30-7:30pm

Join us for delicious, healthy appetizers, desserts & drinks plus a chance to win a Nutritional Consultation

Space is limited so RSVP today!

561-745-5001

Your tax deductible $5 contribution will be donated to the Foshay Cancer Center

Be Fit Body Boutique in the Three Palms Plaza

2151 Alt. A-1-A Suite 700

Jupiter, FL 33477