If you are anything like me, you are always trying to eat something that will make you:
a) satisfied
b) happy
c) not gain weight
Unfortunately, white pasta (in large quantities), only satisfies two out of three requirements. That is the biggest reason why I am a big fan of spiralized vegetables, or 'wannabe' pasta. This amazing modern-day creation, makes it possible to make green vegetables look and act like they are carb-loaded spaghetti. Unfortunately, no matter how much you want to, you will not be fooled that you are eating elbows while eating zucchini. BUT, you can either mix your real pasta with the spiralized 'wannabe' pasta, or just get all health-conscious and proud about making better choices. Totally up to you.
Say hello to the Spiralizer. This nifty thing will make any fruit or vegetable (firm enough) into gorgeous spirals that can be cooked, mixed, baked, dressed or eaten as is. A spiralizer can be bought at any major home/hardware store (Walmart, Canadian Tire, Bed Bath & Beyond etc) or ordered online (Ebay, Amazon etc) for as little at $19.99.
In an attempt to make a vegetable traffic light I spiralized zucchini, carrots and radishes. It only took me an hour to realize that I mixed up the colours. But you get the point.
Ideas about what you can make with spiralized vegetables are endless. 'Pasta' dishes, salads, casseroles, snacks and stir-fries. One of my favourite ways of eating spiralized zucchini is:
"Fake Shrimp Scampi"
-Spiralize firm green or yellow zucchini
-Clean and de-vein a portion of large shrimp
-Sautee some garlic in a non-stick pan without oil or butter
-Add shrimp and cook until done
-Add parsley
-Add zucchini
-Warm through and serve
With Love,
M
a) satisfied
b) happy
c) not gain weight
Unfortunately, white pasta (in large quantities), only satisfies two out of three requirements. That is the biggest reason why I am a big fan of spiralized vegetables, or 'wannabe' pasta. This amazing modern-day creation, makes it possible to make green vegetables look and act like they are carb-loaded spaghetti. Unfortunately, no matter how much you want to, you will not be fooled that you are eating elbows while eating zucchini. BUT, you can either mix your real pasta with the spiralized 'wannabe' pasta, or just get all health-conscious and proud about making better choices. Totally up to you.
In an attempt to make a vegetable traffic light I spiralized zucchini, carrots and radishes. It only took me an hour to realize that I mixed up the colours. But you get the point.
Ideas about what you can make with spiralized vegetables are endless. 'Pasta' dishes, salads, casseroles, snacks and stir-fries. One of my favourite ways of eating spiralized zucchini is:
"Fake Shrimp Scampi"
-Spiralize firm green or yellow zucchini
-Clean and de-vein a portion of large shrimp
-Sautee some garlic in a non-stick pan without oil or butter
-Add shrimp and cook until done
-Add parsley
-Add zucchini
-Warm through and serve
With Love,
M
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