Venetian Apricot Chicken

Tonight was a big step for my p4 journey Olive Garden.  My husband who has been held ransom for months on where we eat said how about Olive Garden?… I prayed on the way they had something on the menu I would feel comfortable eating.   I will have to admit its tempting but I looked for their olive leaf light menu and I was very happy with my choice.  The best part was when I got home and looked up the calories it was only 380.  I skipped the veggies pretty much since I had salad which was 120 calories according to their website.

I was happy that there are healthy options out there we just have to chose them.  They are nice enough to share their recipes so you can cook them at home.  This would be great for P3 and P4.

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Roasted Vegetables

1/2 medium zucchini, cut a bit thicker, they tend to get mushy otherwise
1/2 medium summer squash, cut a bit thicker
1/2 medium red bell pepper,
1/2 medium yellow bell pepper,
1/2 pound fresh asparagus,
1/2 red onion
1 1/2 tablespoons MCT oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Fresh garlic
Onion powder
Garlic powder
Heat the oven to 450 degrees Place the zucchini, squash, peppers, asparagus, and onion in a large roasting pan. Toss with the oil, salt, spices and pepper to mix and coat. Spread in a single layer in the pan. Roast for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are lightly browned and tender. If desired, sprinkle 1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese over vegetables during last 5 minutes of baking.
Grill Meathod :Transfer vegetables to a perforated grill basket. Grill for 15 minutes, or until nicely browned, stirring 2 or 3 times. Remove from grill and transfer vegetable mixture to a large bowl. Add cheese (if using), Mix well.
I save left overs for my eggs.. YUMM! Enjoy Phase 3 recipe

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Parmesan Crusted Chicken

Phase 3 recipe

1 egg
1/2 tsp garlic
1/2 tsp pepper
2 lbs. (white) fish
3/4 C. grated parmesan cheese
1 Tbsp. Olive oil
2 Tbsp. chopped parsley
1 lemon, cut into wedges

Beat egg with garlic and pepper. Coat fish fillets with egg mixture and roll in the parmesan cheese to coat. Let sit at least 5 minutes. Heat oil on medium heat in large skillet and cook fillets until browned. Turn the fillets over to brown other side. Sprinkle with parsley and lemon.

(P3 recipe for Dr. Simeons protocol on the hCG diet)

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whitefish/ Talapia

Talapia with Asparagus

asparagus (allowed amount)
juice of one lemon
2 lemon slices
1 t oregano
salt/pepper
Other spices
Preheat the oven to 400F.

Snap off woody ends of asparagus and discard.

Tear off a large sheet of non-stick aluminum foil.

In the center of this sheet, place asparagus spears and sprinkle with salt/pepper.

Place whitefish on top of asparagus.

In small bowl, combine lemon juice & oregano, and pour over fish.

Fold up edges and completely seal packet on all sides.

Bake 10-20 mins, until fish flakes.

Serve.

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Marinated Grilled Pork Chops

Enjoy your Memorial Day cookout with this great recipe

4-6 boneless pork chops
Marinade:
1/4 c. Extra Virgin Olive Oil or Peanut Oil
1/4 c. Liquid Aminos
1/4 c. rice vinegar
1 tsp. dried chili pepper flakes
2 tsp. ground ginger
2 tsp. ground garlic

Mix marinade ingredients. Put pork chops in a Zip-loc bag and add the marinade. Marinate for 6-8 hours. Grill about 8 minutes each side depending on grill temperature and thickness of the pork chops.

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Strawberry Cucumber Salad

Ingredients:

1 whole cucumber
Sliced strawberries
1 serving strawberry vinaigrette (see below)
Fresh ground white pepper
Stevia to taste
Directions
Slice strawberries and cucumber. Toss with strawberries, dressing, stevia
and pepper to taste. You can also add,fresh dill, fresh mint ,ground cumin, sweet paprika to taste
Allow to marinate for at least 10 minutes.

Strawberry Vinaigrette
Ingredients
Strawberries
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Stevia to taste
Dash of salt
Dash of cayenne (optional)
Fresh ground black pepper to taste
Stevia to taste
Directions
Combine all ingredients in food processor. Puree until smooth. Pour over
fresh arugala or green salad. Garnish with sliced strawberries and freshly
ground black pepper. Variations: use as a marinade or sauce for chicken.
Makes 1-2 servings (1 vegetable, 1 fruit)

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Stir Fry Steak and Asparagus

Stir fry Steak and Asparagus

3.5 oz. steak sliced thin
Marinate with the following
2 Tbs Liquid aminos
add to taste:
fresh garlic
onion powder
garlic powder
salt/pepper
small chopped pieces of onion
Other spices
8-10 stalks of asparagus
2 Tbs of MCT oil or chicken broth

Place the beef in a bowl and mix in the spices and liquid amino’s. Stir with your fingers, working the seasonings into the meat.

Wash the asparagus. Cut into halves crosswise. Separate the upper from the lower halves of the stalks.
Heat the oil in a wok/skillet. When hot, add the fresh garlic and chopped onion until fragrant. Add the beef, with the marinade, and stir fry (over very high heat) for about a minute or just until the meat is no longer pink. Remove the meat with a slotted spoon and transfer to a plate. Keep warm.

In the remaining oil and seasoning, add the lower half of the asparagus stalks. Add about 1/8 c. of water and simmer for about 2-3 minutes. Add the upper halves of the asparagus and stir. Cook, uncovered, for another minute.
Return the beef to the work and stir with the vegetables. Cook just until the beef is reheated.

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6 stalks pencil-thin asparagus

Asparagus Frittata

Green onions to taste

2tablespoons MCT oil

Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

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Chicken Asparagus Bake

Ingredients

100 grams cubed chicken

2 Tbs Liquid Aminos

Asparagus chopped

2 Tbs MCT oil  or  ½ cup chicken broth or water

1 Melba toast crushed (optional)

1 clove garlic crushed and minced

2 tablespoons onion chopped

Dash of onion powder

Dash of paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Place chicken in Liquid Amino’s to marinate for an hour adding garlic if desired.  Add Chicken to asparagus, liquids, and spices and pour into small baking

dish.  Bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes or until bubbly and hot. Top with

crushed Melba toast crumbs and sprinkle with paprika.

Makes 1 serving (1 protein, 1 vegetable, 1 Melba toast)

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Onion Flavored Asparagus

Flavorful Onion Asparagus

10-12 stalks fresh Asparagus ( depends on size)  may want to add more if smaller stalks. 1 Tbs of MCT Oil

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Serve these two recipes together for a tasty meal or mix and match them with other recipes to create a new dish!  This recipe is designed for phase 2 but can be adjusted for phase 3.

Grilled Skirt Steak/Flank Steak

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