April is National Pecan Month! How exciting! 😀 So, what’s so great about pecans?
- Pecans contain more than 19 vitamins and minerals – including vitamin A, vitamin E (a natural antioxidant), folic acid, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, several B vitamins and zinc.
- One ounce of pecans provides 10 percent of the recommended Daily Value for fiber.
- Pecans are a natural, high-quality source of protein that contain very few carbohydrates and no cholesterol.
- Nearly 60 percent of the fats in pecans are monounsaturated and another 30 percent are polyunsaturated, leaving very little saturated fat in pecans.
- Pecans are naturally sodium-free, making them an excellent choice for those on a salt- or sodium-restricted diet.
- Pecans may even help lower cholesterol and support weight loss.
- Pecans are delicious and they make a great addition to oatmeal, salads, entrees, and desserts.
Additional information to help you celebrate National Pecan Month:
Delicious and Nutritious Pecan Recipes
Tips for Buying and Storing Pecans
I’m sure you’re not surprised that this morning’s breakfast included those amazing and wonderful pecans!
In the mix:
- 1/2 cup dry oats
- 3/4 cup vanilla soy milk
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed meal
- Strawberries
- Lots of pecans (cooked in and on top)
So good! And satisfying!
Tuesday’s Dinner
Last night, I ended up having a great workout at the Y, but by the time I got home, showered, made dinner, ate dinner, and got settled, it was much too late for me blog. I was pooped! So, now you get to read about my dinner bright and early today! 😀
Dinner was a homemade pizza made on a thin crust Boboli with marinara, shredded cheddar and mozzarella, sliced ham, Sasquatch Jerky, and pineapple chunks. The combo of flavors was de-lic-ious! This was one of the best homemade pizzas I have ever made!
I’m usually not much of a meat eater, but the ham and Sasquatch Jerky added a TON of flavor to the pizza.
My plate…
For dessert, I ate my favorite treat: a toasted Sandwich Thin with almond butter and peanut butter and chocolate chips. It was heaven like usual!
Question of the Day
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