A blog where food and mood collideTumblr (3.0; @themoodiefoodiekitchen)http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/3f14d77c50016659f230ae47d255c084/tumblr_mlsepubSki1rbf0rwo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Mood: accomplished</p> <p>My husband and I have been doing the paleo diet for the last 24 days. I’m happy to say I’ve lost 10 pounds and I’ve never felt better. </p> <p>Tonight on the menu is zucchini “spaghetti” with a chicken sausage marinara sauce. I don’t miss pasta when I can eat something delicious and satisfying like this. </p> <p>Being creative in the kitchen is the best way to stick to a diet and make it into a healthy lifestyle. Tricking your mind into thinking you are being naughty while still eating a satisfying meal.</p>http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/48818748249http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/48818748249Wed, 24 Apr 2013 21:27:30 -0400paleozucchinipastalowcarbhealthyitalian<a href="http://www.naturalhealth-solutions.net/healthy-eating/celeriac-celery-root-ever-wish-you-could-change-your-weight">Celery Root </a>: <p>Here is some more nutritional information on the celery root. My new favorite tuber.</p>http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/45881207234http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/45881207234Wed, 20 Mar 2013 21:39:15 -0400<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/98af8022f3ae89d8501fefeb55c2f555/tumblr_mjzlnb9RDC1rbf0rwo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Mood: amazed </p> <p>Today I cooked with Celeriac or celery root. I’ve never used it before and at first sight it is quite intimidating. </p> <p>I decided to make a combination of celery root and cauliflower mash with some wasabi. I use cauliflower as a substitute for potatoes all the time and have heard that celery root can be used in many of the same ways. </p> <p>I simply peeled and cubed the celery root and steamed it with a half a head of cauliflower florets. Once tender I drained the water and put them back in the hot pot. I added butter, salt, light sour cream and wasabi paste and blended with my hand blender until smooth. I gotta say these were pretty amazing. </p> <p>I used the mash as a base for teriyaki mahi mahi and asparagus. Yummy!</p>http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/45880721392http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/45880721392Wed, 20 Mar 2013 21:33:11 -0400lowcarbceleryrootceleriachealtycooking<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/791fd10fd9c3a19e38c8a1db883782c1/tumblr_mjqadcOIXs1rbf0rwo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Mood: satisfied</p> <p>Was craving some buttery, garlicky, sweet shrimp scampi with pasta but to stick with our healthy lifestyle I modified it. Shrimp with a scampi sauce of garlic, tomatoes, olive oil, chicken stock, red pepper flakes and a little bit of butter. Served over wild rice medley and a side of lentil salad. Yum!</p>http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/45459197677http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/45459197677Fri, 15 Mar 2013 20:51:12 -0400healthyscampishrimp<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/ce3329ead3edb260b2120fbfa22df836/tumblr_mj7wztqjyE1rbf0rwo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Chicken skewers</p>http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/44677203591http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/44677203591Tue, 05 Mar 2013 21:45:29 -0500paleohealthy<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/29598a4cd10ee3d204ea42d3343e77ae/tumblr_mj7wi5sQ7D1rbf0rwo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Mood: Opa!</p> <p>One of my more artful creations. Greek salad with arugula, lentils, cucumber, avocado, tomato, beets, and goat cheese. Dressing is red wine vinegar, dill, thyme, olive oil salt and pepper. Enjoy!</p>http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/44676297152http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/44676297152Tue, 05 Mar 2013 21:34:52 -0500greekpaleolowcarbhealthy<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/6b23c535026342a2e4f8ce49197d59b2/tumblr_mi76t9iOAn1rbf0rwo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Mood: sp-blendid </p> <p>My husband got us a vitamix for valentines day/our anniversary and we have been digging through the fridge and freezer trying to find things to blend. </p> <p>This morning we made our own Acai bowls. Made with one Sambazon Acai packet (Costco), frozen strawberries, blueberries and peaches with a little bit of protein powder. We put a little bit of granola on the bottom of the bowl and sprinkled a little over the top. Yummmm!!! </p> <p>I can’t wait to keep blending new healthy dishes.</p>http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/43063997031http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/43063997031Thu, 14 Feb 2013 01:46:20 -0500vitamixacaibowlhealthy<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/7b3a7bad9b791f5a39f80d8a7e86eae2/tumblr_mhmjgzE2Nv1rbf0rwo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Mood: nervous</p> <p>I’m running a half marathon in the morning and I’m not going to lie, I’m not prepared for it. I tried my best to at least nail the nutritional side of preparation. Carb loading in a healthy way. Sweet potato, brown rice, steamed mixed veggies, mahi mahi with a macadamia nut wasabi and panko crust. Oh and lots and lots of H2O!</p>http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/42154648015http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/42154648015Sat, 02 Feb 2013 22:10:11 -0500carbloadinghalfmarathon<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mc3xi6RdVr1qm5hzso1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p><a class="tumblr_blog" href="http://muffintop-less.tumblr.com/post/33854251281/10-health-benefits-of-eggs-1-eggs-are-great-for">muffintop-less</a>:</p> <blockquote> <p><strong>10 Health Benefits of Eggs</strong></p> <p>1. <strong>Eggs are great for the eyes.</strong> According to one study, an egg a day may prevent macular degeneraton due to the carotenoid content, specifically lutein and zeaxanthin. Both nutrients are more readily available to our bodies from eggs than from other sources.</p> <p>2. In another study, researchers found that <strong>people who eat eggs every day lower their risk of developing cataracts</strong>, also because of the lutein and zeaxanthin in eggs.</p> <p>3. <strong>One egg contains 6 grams of high-quality protein and all 9 essential amino acids.</strong></p> <p><span>4. According to a study by the Harvard School of Public Health, <strong>there is no significant link between egg consumption and </strong></span><strong><span>heart disease</span></strong><span>. In fact, according to one study, regular consumption of eggs may help prevent blood clots, </span><span>stroke</span><span>, and </span><span>heart attacks</span><span>.</span></p> <p>5. <strong>They are a good source of choline</strong>. One egg yolk has about 300 micrograms of choline. Choline is an important nutrient that helps regulate the brain, nervous system, and cardiovascular system.</p> <p>6. <strong>They contain the right kind of fat</strong>. One egg contains just 5 grams of fat and only 1.5 grams of that is saturated fat.</p> <p>7. <strong>New research shows that, contrary to previous belief, moderate consumption of eggs does not have a negative impact on cholesterol.</strong> In fact, recent studies have shown that regular consumption of two eggs per day does not affect a person’s lipid profile and may, in fact, improve it. Research suggests that it is saturated fat that raises cholesterol rather than dietary cholesterol.</p> <p>8. Eggs are <strong>one of the only foods that contain naturally occurring vitamin D</strong>.</p> <p>9. <strong>Eggs may prevent breast cancer</strong>. In one study, women who consumed at least 6 eggs per week lowered their risk of breast cancer by 44%.</p> <p>10. <strong>Eggs promote healthy hair and nails because of their high sulphur content and wide array of vitamins and minerals</strong>. Many people find their hair growing faster after adding eggs to their diet, especially if they were previously deficient in foods containing sulphur or B12.</p> </blockquote> <p>Mood: eggstatic! </p><p>I love eggs.</p>http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/42026969207http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/42026969207Fri, 01 Feb 2013 11:17:03 -0500eggs theincredibleedibleegg<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/eeb6380bbd0ac12919620666981f564b/tumblr_mhjtz16fq21rbf0rwo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Mood: lean </p> <p> Time to get serious again about cutting the carbs and eating clean. Breakfast today. Egg tomato avo and garden burger breakfast sausage. Mmmm.</p>http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/42026338938http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/42026338938Fri, 01 Feb 2013 11:04:13 -0500lowcarb avocado paleo breakfast<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/ccb6543d2f8c052a5369a7ae5aeb3f25/tumblr_mgjkweeqbD1rbf0rwo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Mood: nostalgic </p> <p>Every Christmas my mom would make ham and bean soup with the leftover ham. I made my own version tonight to warm us up on a cold night. Ingredients: ham, corn, onion, garlic, pinto beans, green chilies from a can, diced canned tomatoes, chicken stock. Season with salt and pepper , a bay leaf and some oregano. Simmer for 30 minutes. Enjoy!</p>http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/40388477636http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/40388477636Sat, 12 Jan 2013 21:14:38 -0500soup healthy comfortfood<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/0005187514dd8b10a39d4ccef067c35a/tumblr_mgfxvqPlWr1rbf0rwo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Mood: Brrrrrrrr</p> <p>It’s cold. What warms you up better than curry?! Shrimp curry with sweet potatoes. Sauce includes: onion, garlic, ginger, tomato paste, curry powder, cumin, cayenne, chicken stock, light coconut milk, lemon grass. Simmer for 20 minutes with cubed sweet potatoes. Add shrimp and peas and summer 5-10 more until shrimp are cooked. Serve over brown jasmine rice. Enjoy!</p>http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/40225810350http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/40225810350Thu, 10 Jan 2013 22:04:38 -0500curry shrimp<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/0b51ecf4b714f71410204aa5049d4ae7/tumblr_mgdfliLmo21rbf0rwo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Mood: Andventurous</p> <p>My husband and I went to Thailand over Christmas this year and I was very happy to find so many healthy options for food. On the beach in koh Samui there were vendors selling grilled corn on the cob, fresh sliced fruit in a bag, fresh cracked coconuts with a straw to drink all the sweet juice, and my favorite, the green papaya salad. Made by hand on the beach. Healthy and delicious. Thank you Thailand.</p>http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/40105951140http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/40105951140Wed, 09 Jan 2013 13:34:30 -0500thailand<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_meirhqdhem1qckp4qo1_500.png"/><br/><br/><p><a href="http://theonion.tumblr.com/post/37198107725/hardees-introduces-shame-curtains-for-customers" class="tumblr_blog">theonion</a>:</p> <blockquote><h2 class="title">Hardee’s Introduces Shame Curtains For Customers To Eat Behind: <a href="http://www.theonion.com/articles/hardees-introduces-shame-curtains-for-customers-to,30610/">Full Story</a></h2></blockquote> <p></p>http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/37249300175http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/37249300175Wed, 05 Dec 2012 02:19:54 -0500<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_me4lnzM74d1rbf0rwo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Mood: spoiled </p> <p>My man can cook! He made this amazing filet salad while I finished my work on the computer. Mixed greens, grilled yellow bell pepper, Gorgonzola cheese, pear, and mid rare filet mignon. Mm mmmm</p>http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/36639299130http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/36639299130Mon, 26 Nov 2012 21:59:59 -0500steak salad lowcarb<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_me2p65ngDP1rbf0rwo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Mood: chilly </p> <p>It’s cooling down in Southern California (well kind of) and I wanted something warming and comforting for dinner. Roast vegetable with chopped chicken breasts. Seasoned veg with cumin, curry, garlic powder, chili powder, salt and pepper. Tossed in olive oil and roasted for 30 minutes at 425 degrees.</p>http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/36562152863http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/36562152863Sun, 25 Nov 2012 21:20:29 -0500<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m8tklz0LqU1r7q9sso1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p><a href="http://thehealthycook.tumblr.com/post/35984200083/i-guess-i-am-pretty-awesome" class="tumblr_blog">thehealthycook</a>:</p> <blockquote><p>I guess I am pretty awesome </p></blockquote> <p>Amen</p>http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/36255309905http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/36255309905Wed, 21 Nov 2012 21:32:33 -0500<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mdru46rYEK1rbf0rwo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Mood: thankful </p> <p>Thankful for healthy delicious side dishes like this corn and quinoa with a sweet and tangy dressing. Best in the summer with fresh sweet corn. </p> <p>Quinoa, corn, green onion. Dressing: olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, agave syrup, salt and pepper.</p>http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/36122698348http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/36122698348Tue, 20 Nov 2012 00:33:42 -0500<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mbaac3w2Kv1rhnb7zo1_r1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mbaac3w2Kv1rhnb7zo2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/>http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/33033680987http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/33033680987Sat, 06 Oct 2012 17:34:30 -0400<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m77js6O5lE1ru4n8fo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><blockquote> <p>Roasted Pumpkin, Chanterelle & Pomegranate Warm Salad Recipe (<a href="http://mymansbelly.com/2011/12/12/roasted-pumpkin-chanterelle-pomegranate-warm-salad-recipe/">x</a>)</p> </blockquote> <p>This looks good. Would use sweet potatoes or butternut squash instead of pumpkin though.</p>http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/33011269570http://themoodiefoodiekitchen.tumblr.com/post/33011269570Sat, 06 Oct 2012 12:12:16 -0400