Hummus and weight loss

Classic Hummus
2 cups canned chickpeas (aka garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
2/3 cup tahini paste
4 Tbsp. olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 cloves garlic
Water
Salt and pepper to taste

Throw everything into a food processor. Grind it up. If the mix is too thick, add a little water. Feel free to experiment by adding different flavors. Extra garlic, chili peppers, grilled tomatoes, grilled veggies, or artichoke hearts all make interesting, not to mention healthy, twists. This will help you with those cravings at parties to make sure that your not breaking your weight loss program. Makes three cups. Serving size is 1/3 cup. Also enjoy with your P90x workout.

Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Nutritional Information: (per serving)
Calories: 223 Protein: 6 g Fiber: 4 g Carbs: 16 g Fat Total: 16 g Saturated Fat: 2 g

Curry and Weight Loss

Curried Chicken with Couscous
2 cups water
4 cups canned coconut milk, light
1-1/2 tsp. salt, divided
2 cups uncooked couscous
2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
2 Tbsp. curry powder
2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut 1/2 inch thick strips
4 tsp. vegetable oil
2 cups julienned carrots
2/3 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Combine the water, 1/2 cup coconut milk, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt in medium saucepan. Bring to boil and gradually stir in couscous. Remove from heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Remove cover and fluff with fork. Combine 1-1/4 teaspoons salt, flour, and curry powder. Add the chicken and toss gently to coat. Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and stir-fry for 5 minutes. Stir in remaining coconut milk, carrots and raisins; reduce heat and simmer for 7 to10 minutes or until chicken is done, stirring occasionally. Serve 3/4 cup curry over 1/2 cup couscous per serving. Garnish with cilantro. Makes 8 servings. A high Protein meal that will do wonders for your weight loss routine and P90x.

Preparation Time: 25 to 30 minutes
Nutritional Information: (per serving)
Calories: 370 Protein: 33 g Fiber: 4 g Carbs: 49 g Fat Total: 4 g Saturated Fat: 1 g