Lunch/Dinner

Cauliflower & Herbs

Posted on Aug 15, 2018 in Lunch/Dinner, Veggie

“Cauliflower & Herbs”

Let’s include in our next meal a new veggie dish that’s pleasing to the eye as well as nutritious and just plain yummy. It’s a definite carb-conscious dish that will please both your family or a table of guests.

Ingredients: (serves 4-8)
• 1 head organic cauliflower, cut into florets
• 1 Tbsp. organic, apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp. organic, grainy mustard
• 1/4 tsp. organic, ground black pepper
• Himalayan salt to taste
• Organic spray oil of choice (coconut, avocado, olive)
• 2 Tbsp. organic olive oil
• 1 Tbsp. organic, fresh dill (chopped)
• 1 Tbsp. organic, fresh flat-leaf parsley (chopped)
• 1 Tbsp. organic, fresh chives (chopped)
• 2-4 Tbsp. organic, grated parmesan cheese
• Organic lemon zest for single medium-sized lemon

Preheat oven to 350 degrees
Lay florets on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper and lightly spray with an organic spray oil of choice
Place cookie sheet in pre-heated oven and roast until lightly browned (15-20 min)
Whisk together vinegar, mustard, pepper, & salt in small bowl. Gradually add oil, whisking constantly, until emulsified. Set aside
Combine dill, parsley & chives in small bowl. Set aside
Remove cauliflower from oven and place on serving platter
Drizzle cauliflower with vinegar mixture; top with dill mixture & then top with cheese & zest

Mahi Mahi Broil

Posted on Aug 8, 2018 in Lunch/Dinner, Seafood

Lunch / Dinner: Mahi Mahi Broil

We’re all jiving through life and need a snappy pattern to keep us moving for preparing a health meal. This easy-step meal will assist you in creating a tasty delight to maintain your dedication to healthful edibles!

Ingredients: (serve 2)
• 1 lb. fresh Mahi Mahi fish fillets
• Organic spray coconut or olive oil
• Organic smoked paprika to taste (heavy is my favorite!)
• Organic, garlic powder to taste (medium is prefect!)

Pre-heat broiler so it’s nice and hot when ready to use

Sprinkle one side of fish fillets with paprika & garlic

Spray seasoned fillet with olive or coconut oil

Place under broiler flame for cooking – keep watch because time varies per broiler

When first side nicely browned, repeat steps for other side

Serve this dish over some julienne-cut, steamed veggies with a lemon or lime slice for added flavor

Meat Kebabs with Cucumber-Mint

Posted on Jul 25, 2018 in Beef, Chicken, Fowl, Lunch/Dinner, Pork

“Meat Kebabs with Cucumber-Mint”

Yep, yep, yep back on the patio standing by the grill preparing some delicious “Meat Kebabs with Cucumber-Mint”. It’s truly a perfect summer delight. The combination of flavors speak summer perfect, and it’s a great meal for family and guests alike.

Ingredients: (serves 4-6)
1 lb. lean, organic ground meat
2 tsp. organic paprika
1/4 tsp. organic cayenne pepper
2 tsp. organic ground cumin
2 Tbsp. + 2 tsp. organic, extra-virgin olive oil
1 English, organic cucumber, thinly sliced (approx. 2 ½ cups)
1 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/2 cup organic, chopped fresh mint, divided
2 Tbsp. plus 1 tsp. organic red wine vinegar
1/3 cup organic, plain, whole-milk Greek yogurt

Preheat grill to medium-high (approx. 450 degrees)

Combine ground meat, paprika, cayenne & cumin in a large bowl; roll into medium-sized balls; skewer meat balls and onion chunks like picture; sprinkle skewers with salt & pepper to taste and brush with 2 tsp. oil

Place skewers on grill, uncovered, for approx. 5 minutes then turn to second side for 5 minutes

Combine cucumber, remaining onion now thinly sliced, 1/3 cup chopped mint, 2 Tbsp. vinegar, 2 Tbsp. oil & 1/4 tsp. organic, ground black pepper in a bowl then stir to combine

Mix together yogurt, remaining mint, 1 tsp. vinegar, dash Himalayan salt in small bowl

Divide cucumber mixture among plates, top each with a skewer & serve with yogurt sauce for dipping

Mushroom Chicken

Posted on Jul 18, 2018 in Chicken, Fowl, Lunch/Dinner

Mushroom Chicken

It feels good to train your body to use fat for fuel while shunning the carbs, and it’s so much healthier. At directionH we are here to assist you with balance, creativity, energy and movement to a great, healthy longevity lifestyle. As with all successful endeavors, take time to practice, learn, master in order to retain proficiency in understanding your body’s natural design and its inborn craving for genuine health.

Ingredients: (serves 2-3)
• 1 pound organic, free-range chicken breasts
• 1 basket whole crimini mushrooms, sliced
• 1 pound fresh, organic broccoli florets
• Seasonings to taste: Allspice, garlic powder, smoked paprika

Sprinkle broccoli florets with Allspice and add to steamer
Set steamer timer to desired broccoli crispness

Spray iron skillet with olive oil spray and heat to medium heat

Slice chicken breasts into fillets for easy cooking; sprinkle each with garlic powder and smoked paprika & spray with olive oil; place seasoned side down into heated skillet—brown chicken fillets and repeat for second side of chicken (season, spray with oil, place 2nd side down in skillet)

Remove cooked chicken to warm plate and place into preheated 250 degree oven in order to use same iron skillet for cooking mushrooms

Add ¼ cup purified water to empty iron skillet; re-heat skillet to low-medium while stirring water to dislodge any browned chicken & seasonings in skillet until water turns to a deep brown color; add mushrooms and sauté until mushrooms are cooked – be careful not to over cook

Pour mushroom mixture over chicken, add steamed broccoli to plate, remove plate from oven and gracefully lift yourself for perfect enjoyment!