The Biggest Loser Resort Blog

BLR Super Bowl Bruschetta:

This recipe, provided by Chef Mark from The Biggest Loser Resort Niagara, serves 4 people.

Ingredients:

• 1 Gluten free baguette/loaf
• 4 Roma tomatoes (aka pear or plum tomatoes) diced
• 1 red onion diced small – 2 tbsp
• Fresh basil chopped – 4 tbsp
• Extra virgin olive oil – 2 tbsp
• Sea salt and ground pepper to taste

Whole Wheat Banana Muffins

Serving: 16 Small Muffins
(95 calories each)

Ingredients:

• 1/3 cup honey
• 1/2 cup applesauce
• 2 egg whites
• 1/4 cup skim milk with 1 tbsp lemon juice to sour it (to create a buttermilk flavor) or 1/4 cup light soy milk
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 4 medium ripe bananas pureed until smooth
• 2 cups whole wheat flour

Hummus derives from Middle Eastern and Arabic food and is a dip or spread made from cooked, mashed chickpeas blended with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice salt and garlic. Today, hummus is a popular 'healthy' treat around the globe!

Here is our recipe for homemade chickpea Hummus.

Did you know that during the winter season is when most citrus fruits are at their sweetest and juiciest? There is a whole list of 'natures candies' for you and your family to enjoy. Find any of these healthy and nutritious winter fruit options at your local farmers market or in the produce department at your neighborhood grocery store: