http://drlifespeaks.com Wellness Education & Empowerment by Dr. Maiysha Clairborne MD Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:00:04 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/05/12/fun-for-the-kids-the-black-bean-zucchini-quesadilla/ http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/05/12/fun-for-the-kids-the-black-bean-zucchini-quesadilla/#comments Wed, 12 May 2010 16:32:22 +0000 DrLifeSpeaks http://drlifespeaks.com/?p=396 Okay, I’ve had some requests for fun kid recipes that contain vegetables AND that children would enjoy.  I think this is a great way to have a theme night with the kids and get their veggies in. Enjoy! For more great recipes like this one, go to www.theveggietable.com! Recipe: Black Bean Zucchini Quesadillas Black beans, zucchini, and a bit of cheese folded into tortillas – this may be the best quesadilla you’ve ever tasted. Yield 4 quesadillas Time 15 minutes Tools grater colander large bowl large frying pan(s) or baking sheet Ingredients 2 pounds zucchini, grated 1½ t salt 30 oz cooked or canned black beans, drained 12 oz Monterey Jack, grated 2 green onions, chopped 1 jalapeño, minced 8 eight-inch flour tortillas olive oil Directions Toss zucchini with salt in the colander, and squeeze out excess water.Combine zucchini with beans, cheese, green onions, and jalapeño. Brush one side of each tortilla with oil. Place four tortillas oil side down and spread each with one fourth of the zucchini-bean mixture. Top each one with an oil-side-up tortilla. To Cook 1. Fry: place one quesadilla in a frying pan and cook over medium heat for 3 minutes on each side, until [...]]]> http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/05/12/fun-for-the-kids-the-black-bean-zucchini-quesadilla/feed/ 0 http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/04/26/grilled-chicken-polenta-wblackberry-salsa/ http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/04/26/grilled-chicken-polenta-wblackberry-salsa/#comments Mon, 26 Apr 2010 19:25:34 +0000 DrLifeSpeaks http://drlifespeaks.com/?p=372 Okay, I realize I skipped last week’s recipe of the week but I promise I’m making up for it with this recipe. I was looking for a scrumptious summer recipe and I finally found one. I got this off of www.EatingWell.com website and it definitely looks like something both the meat eater and the vegetarian can enjoy. Remember if you don’t eat meat, just use tofu or Seitan (I prefer the latter). Enjoy! Ingredients 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon canola oil, divided 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 16- to 18-ounce tube prepared plain polenta 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, trimmed                           (or one pack of Seitan or other protein substitute) 2 nectarines, halved and pitted 1 pint blackberries, coarsely chopped 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 1 tablespoon lime juice Hot sauce, to taste Preparation Preheat grill to medium-high. Combine 1 tablespoon oil, cumin, 3/4 teaspoon salt and pepper in a small bowl. Rub 1 teaspoon of the mixture all over polenta. Rub the rest into both sides of chicken. Cut the polenta crosswise into 8 slices. Rub the cut sides of nectarine halves with the remaining 1 teaspoon oil. Oil [...]]]> http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/04/26/grilled-chicken-polenta-wblackberry-salsa/feed/ 0 http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/04/16/oriental-chicken-salad/ http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/04/16/oriental-chicken-salad/#comments Fri, 16 Apr 2010 14:38:29 +0000 DrLifeSpeaks http://drlifespeaks.com/?p=355 This week it was requested that I do a salad recipe.  It’s easy to make the typical iceberg lettuce with tomatoes, deli meat and sliced cheese chef salad, but I wanted to give you all something with a little pizazz but that is easy to prepare (you know my 30 minute or less rule!).  So, Asian Chicken Salad it is!  Of course for my vegetarians in the house (you know I wouldn’t forget about you) this salad can be made using tofu or Seitan (recommended) marinated in teriyaki or completely meat free! ORIENTAL CHICKEN SALAD]]> http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/04/16/oriental-chicken-salad/feed/ 0 http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/03/25/healthy-turkey-burger/ http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/03/25/healthy-turkey-burger/#comments Thu, 25 Mar 2010 19:03:01 +0000 DrLifeSpeaks http://drlifespeaks.com/?p=329 Okay, meat eaters this one’s for you!  I love a good turkey burger once in awhile (especially on “cookout holidays”). Here is a healthy recipe that will have your taste buds popping!  Vegetarians in the house,  I wish I could give a suitable substitution suggestion for this one, but I’m afraid I’m drawing a blank on this one.  But not to worry, I’ve got something special coming up for you next week on the “burger/pattie” front! Healthy fact: Turkey contains Tryptophan which is closely related to the Seratonin in our brains that can help relax us and even make us feel a little sleepy.  The Tryptophan in Seratonin can also give off good feelings.  Enjoy! TURKEY TERIYAKI BURGERS 1 package turkey meat 1 egg 1 cup teriyaki 1 cup bread crumbs (any flavor) Put teriyaki in large bowl. Slowly add bread crumbs and mix. You don’t need to use the entire cup of bread crumbs. Mix teriyaki and crumbs very well until a brownish moist bread crumb pile results. Add turkey meat and egg to the large bowl. Mix well. Use a mayo lid or pancake molder to form the perfect shaped burger. Put the burgers on a grill at [...]]]> http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/03/25/healthy-turkey-burger/feed/ 0 http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/03/25/video-wellness-tip-of-the-week/ http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/03/25/video-wellness-tip-of-the-week/#comments Thu, 25 Mar 2010 03:35:30 +0000 DrLifeSpeaks http://drlifespeaks.com/?p=326 Jumpstart Your Life Balance or Wellness Program with Dr. Maiysha from Anywhere in the World. Visit www.mbswellness.org or call 404-478-9868 to Get Started Now! Tweet This Post]]> http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/03/25/video-wellness-tip-of-the-week/feed/ 0 http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/03/17/seitan-lettuce-wrap/ http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/03/17/seitan-lettuce-wrap/#comments Wed, 17 Mar 2010 17:02:28 +0000 DrLifeSpeaks http://drlifespeaks.com/?p=297 var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")); try { var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-15193326-2"); pageTracker._trackPageview(); } catch(err) {} Spring is near and it’s nice to have easy light recipes to be able to enjoy when the weather is on its way to being sweltering. The following is a recipe for Vegan lettuce wrap using Seitan a gluten protein that has the consistency of chicken. I have often been asked about it’s taste since it IS vegan. In my humble opinion the texture and taste is much more palatable than that of tofu. So if you are looking for options other than tofu or tempeh, try this! Of course, for those who want meat with their lettuce, just substitute chicken or ground turkey (or the meat of your choice) in place of the Seitan. Seitan Lettuce Wraps Ingredients (use vegan versions): 2 cups minced seitan, 1 cup bamboo shoots, minced 3/4 cup mushroom (prefer straw) 2 cloves garlic 1/4 cup minced onions 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon rice vinegar 1/4 teaspoon corn starch 3 tablespoons peanut oil Directions: Heat 2 tablespoons peanut oil in wok. Stir fry [...]]]> http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/03/17/seitan-lettuce-wrap/feed/ 0 http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/03/10/quinoa-vegetable-jambalaya/ http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/03/10/quinoa-vegetable-jambalaya/#comments Wed, 10 Mar 2010 02:26:52 +0000 DrLifeSpeaks http://drlifespeaks.com/?p=253 var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")); try { var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-15193326-2"); pageTracker._trackPageview(); } catch(err) {}Okay y’all know I love me some Quinoa so when I found this one, I thought “It’s a must post recipe” ESPECIALLY given my recent blog  ‘Where have all the good grains gone?’ Now I know this is a Vegetable Jambalaya recipe, but that doesn’t mean you can’t add some seafood (shrimp or scallops – YUM) or even a little chicken or turkey sausage if you have a taste for it.  This is the base recipe; use your imagination and build from there!  Enjoy! This recipe was taken from RecipeSource.com & I will definitely be trying this one in March! Quinoa Vegetable Jambalaya (Hl) Recipe By : TVFN: RECIPE FOR HEALTH SHOW #RHE197 Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Soup-ss Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 1 1/4 cup quinoa -- rinsed 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 green bell pepper -- seeded and diced 1 medium yellow onion 1 medium zucchini -- halved --cut into 1/2 inch slanted slices 2 cups diced eggplant 12 button mushrooms -- sliced [...]]]> http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/03/10/quinoa-vegetable-jambalaya/feed/ 0 http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/02/28/recipe-of-the-week-healthy-blueberry-pancakes/ http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/02/28/recipe-of-the-week-healthy-blueberry-pancakes/#comments Sun, 28 Feb 2010 18:15:14 +0000 DrLifeSpeaks http://drlifespeaks.com/?p=194 Ingredients 1/2 cup whole wheat flour 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons baking powder 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 cups quick cooking oats 2 cups soy milk 3 eggs, beaten 1/4 cup olive oil 1/2 cup frozen blueberries Directions Preheat a lightly oiled griddle over medium heat. In a large bowl, mix whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a small bowl, mix oats and soy milk. Whisk in eggs and olive oil. Pour into the flour mixture all at once. Continue mixing until smooth. Gently fold in blueberries. Pour batter about 1/4 cup at a time onto the prepared griddle. Cook 1 to 2 minutes, until bubbly. Flip, and continue cooking until lightly browned. Nutritional Information Amount Per Serving Calories: 217 | Total Fat: 9.9g | Cholesterol: 79mg This recipe was taken from the website: http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Oatmeal-and-Wheat-Flour-Blueberry-Pancakes/Detail.aspx Jumpstart Your Life Balance or Wellness Program with Dr. Maiysha from Anywhere in the World. Visit www.mbswellness.org or call 404-478-9868 to Get Started Now! Tweet This Post]]> http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/02/28/recipe-of-the-week-healthy-blueberry-pancakes/feed/ 0