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Heart Healthy Edamame Dip Recipe

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Heart Healthy Edamame Recipe

Edamame are one of the trendiest beans around – and for good reason. These green soybeans are not only delicious and easy to prepare, but a naturally rich source of fibre, protein, vitamins, and minerals. Each cup of boiled edamame boasts 22 g of protein, 7.6 g of heart-healthy fibre, and 261 mg of calcium, with zero cholesterol and only 25 mg of sodium.[1] Soybeans also contain good monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, including omega-3s, and are packed with antioxidant isoflavones.

Eating soybeans in place of animal products can support your heart’s health by maintaining healthy cholesterol levels and blood pressure.[2] Pair this heart healthy edamame dip with low-sodium, whole grain crackers or fresh vegetables for a savory, guilt-free snack any time.

Heart Healthy Edamame Dip

Ingredients:

2 cups edamame, cooked and shelled

1 tsp. lemon zest

1 clove garlic, pressed

1/4 tsp. ginger, dried and ground

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

5 tbsp. olive oil

2 tbsp. water

Directions:

 Process edamame, lemon zest, garlic, and ginger in a food processor until smooth. While continuing to process, pour in lemon juice and olive oil slowly. Add approximately 2 tbsp. of water until a moderately thick, yet spreadable consistency is reached. Serve with low-sodium, whole grain crackers or fresh cut vegetables for dipping.

 

Explore PGX recipes for more healthy options.

 

 

[1] USDA. “Nutritional Nutrient Database for Standard Reference.” Agricultural Research Service. 2014. Web. 08 February 2015.

[2] Dietitians of Canada. “What are the Health Benefits of Soy?” Nutrition Resources. 2015. Web. 08 February 2015.

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6 Simple Solutions for Occasional Stress

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It’s easy to fall into the busy trap. We’re encouraged to believe we can “have it all”, but while we’re distracted with the pursuit of more, the important things – moments of connection and peace – can fall off the radar. Pretty soon, occasional exhaustion and everyday stress are in the drivers seat.

When it comes to stress relief, less really is more. These simple solutions will help you reclaim your life.

  1. Eat Mindfully – Devote an extra 5-10 minutes to each meal. Take small bites, and put your fork down between each to encourage a slower pace. Stress affects your digestive system, too, so slowing down at dinner can help you digest better – leaving you with more energy overall.
  2. Respect Routine – Establish a morning and evening routine to simplify your day. That way, you won’t be rushing out the door every day, or staying up too late and sacrificing sleep.
  3. Find Time for You – Make a list of the things that make you feel happy and fulfilled – like taking a bath, going for a run, or snuggling with your little one. Each day, carve out ten minutes (or more) for one of them. This valuable “you time” will help you recharge.
  4. Breathe – Breathing is an amazing way to stop the stress cycle. Slow, deep breaths calm your nervous system, so take 5 minutes when you first wake up to close your eyes and focus on your breathing. When you feel overwhelmed, a few deep breaths will quickly return you to a state of relaxation.
  5. Manage Mealtime – Healthy eating is the best way to set yourself up for overall health, but also the hardest to tackle during a busy day. Devote an hour a week to prepping a big dish or two – maybe soup or stew – that you can serve up all week long.
  6. Do Less – Prioritize what you need to do and what you really want to do – the rest of it? Not important. Allow yourself to let go of stress simply by simplifying your schedule.

How do you deal with stress?  We’d love to hear your tips!

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Tips for cooking with PGX

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There are many quick and easy ways to incorporate PGX® granules into your favorite healthy snacks. Fluid and creamy foods are the most compatible choices because they blend well with the extra liquid that is added to make up for the water PGX absorbs. Once you get a sense of how PGX can change a food’s consistency and how much extra liquid to add, PGX granules may become your new ‘go-to’ ingredient for smart snacking recipes.

Here are three superb snacks you can rev-up with PGX granules.

Creamy almond butter spread: Using a small food processor or hand held blender, process 1/4 cup of almond butter with 3 tbsp. of soy milk until the consistency is smooth. Stir in 2.5 g of PGX* and allow to sit for 10 minutes. Enjoy spread on apple slices or plain rice cakes.

Kefir dill dip: Combine 2/3 cups of kefir, 1 tbsp. of minced dill, ½ tbsp. of lemon juice, a pinch of sea salt, and 5 g of PGX* granules in a bowl. Allow to sit for 10 minutes. Eat as a dip with fresh-cut veggies.

Blueberry oatmeal sauce: Using a small food processor, process 1 cup of blueberries with ½ cup of water until smooth. Stir in 2.5 g of PGX* granules and allow to sit for 5 – 10 minutes. Drizzle over warm steel cut oats.

Once you feel ready to kick the fibre content of your own recipes up a notch, use the PGX chart for guidance on how much PGX and liquid to use.

* Drink additional water (8 fl. oz.) after ingesting PGX. If you are taking medications, take one hour prior to or two hours after taking PGX.

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