Food
Slimming Secrets
G
o Bananas 2-A-Day Challenge participants begin
each day with two bananas and at least eight ounces
of water, a combination that specifically aids in
weight loss.
Banana fiber creates extra bulk in the stomach, allowing
participants to feel full longer — and less hungry overall.
He says the fiber acts like an internal accelerator that pulls
some of the fat in the stomach through the digestive system
before it can be absorbed.
You can choose among fresh fruit, vegetables and nuts for
their daily afternoon snack, sugar-based desserts and alco-
hol are strictly off-limits.
Black Bean and Fruit Salad
1
can (15 ounces) black beans, drained
2
tablespoons prepared salsa
1
tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1
tablespoon finely chopped red onion
1/2
teaspoon grated orange peel
1
tablespoon lime juice
1/4
teaspoon ground cumin
1
ounce feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
1
large Banana, sliced
1
Orange, peeled and sliced
Combine beans, salsa, cilantro, onion, orange peel, lime
juice and cumin in large bowl. Spoon onto lettuce-lined
platter. Sprinkle cheese on top of salad, if desired. Arrange
banana and orange slices alongside of salad. Squeeze
addtional lime juice over
bananas.
Pineapple
Salsa Chicken
6 boneless, skinless
chicken breasts
2 cups chunked, fresh
Pineapple*
1/4 cup Pineapple juice
1/2 cup finely chopped
Red Bell Peppers
1/4 cup finely chopped
Green Bell Pepper
1 tablespoon chopped
Green Onion
2 teaspoons chopped
fresh cilantro or parsley
2 tablespoons chopped
jalapeño chilies
Grill or broil chicken 5 to
10 minutes on each side or
until chicken is no longer
pink in the center. Combine
pineapple chunks, juice,
bell pepper, onions, cilantro
and chilies in bowl. Serve
salsa with grilled or broiled
chicken.
*May substitute 1 can (20
ounces) Pineapple, chun-
ked, drained.
Page 8 The Portland and Seattle Skanner january 12, 2011