Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower

Eating plenty of vegetables will help you cleanse. Here's an awesome recipe for roasted broccoli and cauliflower that is quick to make and tastes great. Serve this with a piece of lean meat for a well-balanced, fitness approved meal. Makes: 4 Servings

Here's what you need…

• 1 bunch broccoli
• 1 bunch cauliflower
• 1 Tablespoon olive oil
• dash of sea salt
• dash of pepper
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• juice from 1 lemon

1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly grease a large baking sheet with olive oil.
2. Wash the broccoli and cauliflower heads and then pat dry. It's important to dry thoroughly so that it will roast properly. Cut into small florets.
3. In a medium bowl combine the florets, olive oil, salt, pepper and garlic cloves. Toss until well combined and then spread over the prepared baking sheet.
4. Roast for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through. Remove from oven once the florets are tender with crispy bottoms.
5. Drizzle the lemon juice over the cooked florets and serve immediately.

Nutritional Analysis: 160 calories, 4g fat, 98mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate, 4g fiber, and 4g protein

Quick Chickpea Salad

Preparing healthy, fresh meals doesn't have to take hours of your day. This tasty salad is filled with protein, fiber and nutritious veggies. Prepares in 10 minutes.
Servings: 4 Here's what you need…

• 1 (15oz) can chickpeas
• 1 zucchini
• 2 tomatoes

For the dressing:

• 2 Tablespoons parsley, minced
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 2 Tablespoons lime juice
• 1 Tablespoon agave nectar

1. Drain the chickpeas, but do not rinse. Place in a medium sized bowl.
2. Slice the zucchini lengthwise, rotate and slice lengthwise again to form 4 long pieces. Chop into small slices and add to the bowl.
3. Cut the tomato into 4 pieces. Scoop out the seeds and discard. Chop into small pieces and add to the bowl.
4. In a small bowl combine the dressing ingredients. Pour over the chickpea mixture and mix well.

Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 138 calories, 2.5g fat, 188mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate, 4g fiber, and 6g protein.

-Every day do something that will inch you closer to a better tomorrow-

Mike Sherbakov, CSCS, CPT, RYT