ROAST VEGETABLE SALAD

Now that the weather is cooling down I am looking to add warm elements into more of my meals. My body craves heartier and warming options around this time of year so even when it comes to salads I like to add in some roast vegetables.

This recipe in particular is sharing my roast vegetable salad - a delicious and healthy lunch or dinner option for Autumn / Winter. Well it's great year round actually but I particularly love this during the cooler months.

Ingredients:
250g Pumpkin (with skin)
1/4 Packet Salad Leaves
1/4 Salad onion
1 Tomato
Sprinkle of Dukkah 





Method:
1. Pre-heat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. Cut your vegetables and steam them until soft. Put onto pre-prepared baking tray with some oil and bake for 25-30 minutes.
3. Wash salad leaves and place in bowl. Put roast vegetables on top.
4. Sprinkle with dukkah and serve.

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DAY 1 OF MY JUICE / SOUP CLEANSE WITH SCHKINNY MANINNY

Today I embarked on a journey of a juice and soup cleanse from Schkinny Maninny. My motivation was to detox my system and get fit and healthy. I combined this juice cleanse with a new exercise regime of Pilates - the type with the weight training machines to get me out of comfort zone of hot Pilates.

I am all about detoxing and even created my own 5 Day Detox that you can read up about here. So when this opportunity came up I thought HELL YES! I love trying new things and am always looking for ways to improve upon my health so saw this as the perfect opportunity. Also as someone with a business lifestyle I saw the amazing convenience of having 6 bottles of juice/soup delivered to your door each morning. 

Here is a recap of Day 1 of my juice cleanse -

So it’s pretty simple but let’s take a quick look at the logistics of this detox! Your juices/soups are delivered to your door and with your first delivery comes a few extra goodies like tea bags, some seeds and a bath soak. You have 6 bottles there to drink throughout the day whenever you please, there are no set times but there is a set order of how you should drink them so follow the numbering system.

The first day I thought that I would be absolutely starving only having liquids but let’s just say that I was fuller than ever! I definitely couldn’t finish all that was in the 500ml soups or fruity juices but I got every last drop out of the veggie juices – it’s just what my body was craving. The total caloric intake of the juice/soup cleanse is around 1700 calories. It is really balanced with around 60g of protein and 40g of fat. It’s probably a little more fat than I would normally have which I definitely think it why my body didn’t want the full amount of the high nut soups.

MORNING

I started out with the veggie juice which was a delicious spinach, cucumber, apple, kiwi fruit and parsley concoction called Schkinny Leap Frog. This one was amazing and although it tasted healthy it was also delicious. Next was Schkinny Pine Grapple which was a pineapple, carrot, celery, ginger and apple based juice that tasted AMAZING!

LUNCH / AFTERNOON

The Schkinny Carrot, Cashew and Ginger soup was good but not my favourite mainly because it was a bit too sweet for me. I snacked on the next one before heading to Pilates. It was the Schkinny Fruit Punch which was really fruit heavy with lots of sweet fruits and some mint. This one tasted okay but I do prefer vegetable based juices.

DINNER/DESSERT

For dinner was the Schkinny Rockin Tomato Soup which contained tomatoes, chickpeas, rocket and celery. For a nightcap was the Schkinny Sleep Well made up of almonds, brazil nuts, cinnamon and dates – this was divine as you can imagine from these yummy ingredients!

If anything I think you just miss chewing and the act of eating but you certainly are not hungry.

So that’s day 1 of my juice cleanse wrapped up! Let me know if you have any questions over on social media @JordyCannon.

 

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START THE DAY RIGHT WITH THIS DETOX DRINK

When it comes to routines, we all have them. Whether or not they are good or bad for you is a another question. So what I propose is switching your daily coffee with this daily detox drink and seeing how you feel. Check out the Jordy's Fitness 5 Day Detox for more tips and recipes like this here!

Want a drink that is full of energy and life to increase blood flow, boost your metabolism and improve overall health? Then try this! Packed with nutrients from ginger, cinnamon and apple cider vinegar washed down with freshly juiced carrot full of minerals this is a sure winner.

Ingredients

- Fresh ginger

- 1 tbsp cinnamon 

- 1 freshly juiced carrot

- Apple cider vinegar  

Method 

1. Juice the carrot and ginger into a glass

2. Top up with apple cider vinegar

3. Mix in some cinnamon 

Give this a go and let me know what you think! Reach out on social media with your thoughts, my username is @JordyCannon on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

Check out the Jordy's Fitness 5 Day Detox for more tips and recipes like this here!

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MY GUILTY PLEASURE / PB BANANA SANDWICH

It's pretty clear that peanut butter goes with banana like a match made in heaven so when it comes to clean eating it is impossible to avoid the classic PB and banana sandwich. But is it all bad? Not really!

I am of the opinion that treating yourself often is the way to keep on track and continue with your health lifestyle so having a PB and banana sandwich every once in a while is not bad at all.

I have a few tips that make this delicious treat a bit healthier and can definitely ease the guilt of something so decadent. 

The bread

I love using wholemeal bread because it is a flavour I prefer but also a lot healthier for you than starch white bread. It is the healthier option but tastes just as delicious if not even better. For a crispier sandwich shell I like to toast my bread first and then assemble using the peanut butter and banana.

The peanut butter

Look for the options presented in your local supermarket and you are sure to find some amazing health alternatives to sugar and salt loaded peanut butter. I often look for the most natural options which is the highest formulation of peanuts with limited additives. Look for no added salt or sugar for better options. 

The banana

Well this one doesn't even have to be discussed because banana is a fruit that is amazing for you. Loaded with potassium and minerals this sweet and delicious fruit will have you feeling fuller for longer and also give you a boost of fiber. I like to load my sandwich with as much banana as I can so that it packs it with the nutrient dense fruit and fills me up. 

Those are my tips for an amazing peanut butter banana sandwich that you shouldn't feel guilty about! 

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MY GO-TO LOW CALORIE / SKINNY ALCOHOLIC DRINKS

 

When it comes to drinking, particularly with cocktails, it is so easy to consume a hell of a lot of calories with most being from sugar. Between juices and soft drinks things can get really high up into the ‘500 calories per drink’ spectrum.  

Don’t worry because I have you covered in this post where I am running you through my favourite low calorie skinny girl drinks.

Vodka Soda
Vodka is popularly one of the lowest calorie alcohols available. Mixed with sparkling water you get that bubbly fix without all the sugar from a soft drink. Better yet it comes with lemon, lime or sometimes both so you can balance out the alcohol with some detoxifying.  

Lemon, lime and bitters

This is a classic cocktail and a delicious balance of sweet and tangy. It is based on lemonade so if you use the diet version it will have no sugar. Other ingredients are lime juice cordial (which is available sugar free) and of course Angostura Bitters. Finish with ice cubes and slices of lemon for a yummy low calorie skinny girl drink.

Scotch and Coke
This is one of my personal favourites because of the rich taste but with full Coke things can get very sugary and high in calories. I personally drink Coke Zero but Diet Coke will also cross out a lot of the calories otherwise found in regular Coke.

So those are my top 3 go-to low calorie drinks when I am trying to stay away from sugar and don’t want to be consuming excessive amounts of calories through drinks.

If I’m not drinking one of these three options then I am treating myself to an Espresso martini or definitely have a glass of wine or champagne in my hand. 

 

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EATING OUT WHILE VEGETARIAN OR VEGAN

If you follow me over on Instagram (@JordyCannon) then you will be aware that I am a complete foodie and absolutely love eating out to try new things. I eat out pretty often so know the struggle veggos and vegans are often presented with when salad and pasta are the only options on the menu.

I wanted to put this post together about some recent vegetarian/vegan dining experiences that I have had lately to give you some inspiration or some restaurant ideas with options for us lot.

The Dragonfly Cafe
Located at Carseldine Eden Gardens
Price: $18
Their vegetarian option on the menu is great because it is easily made vegan. It's from their breakfast options and is called something along the lines of Avocado Smash Toast. It is delicious with dukkah throughout it that gives such a unique taste. It also comes drizzled with sunflower oil and topped with some peppery rocket. It does come with fetta but I simply asked for it on the side and gave that to my mum who is obsessed with cheese.

The Ship Inn
Located at South Bank
Price: $19.50
This Vegetable Basket is absolutely incredible and really hits the spot in terms of comfort food. You have the flaky pastry, creamy mashed potato and rich tomato sauce. For the health side of things, it is packed with a delicious mix of grilled vegetables. Seriously - this is a must try if you live in Brisbane. You can read more here.

Grill'd 
Locations everywhere
Price: $11.50
This one is great because you don't have to be a Brisbane local to enjoy this one as Grill'd is nationwide. I love getting the Garden Goodness for a seriously delicious savoury treat. Take off the cheese and mayo and it is completely vegan. I also love how their chips are Vegan too, which apparently they weren't a couple of years back. They also have mushroom and falafel options for those who prefer something a bit different. You can read more here.

Mad Mex
Locations everywhere
Price: $12
Mexican never lets me down because it's always very customisable and can very often be made totally vegan. I absolutely love their vegetable mix because it is hearty but also ta bit different while still tying into the mexican theme. My favourite is the nachos or the melt. I get the veggie mix, salads and beans. You can read more here.

Beach House
Locations everywhere
Price: $15
Who knew that Beach House had such an incredible vegetarian option that could so easily be vegan too! I have now has this delicious vegetable sandwich twice and will definitely be back for more. The beer battered chips are serious so good as well. Inside the sandwich is caramelised onion, avocado (the way to my heart), rocket, tomato and grilled mushrooms. It also comes with cheese and pesto if you want just the vegetarian option.

That is my recap on five delicious vegetarian/vegan meals I have had lately. I hope this gave you some inspiration if you are struggling to find places to eat out with this kind of food.

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