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Cats Like Tea Too
Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend, and if you’re in the US, are able to take advantage of the extra day!
FITNESS
Today’s fitness came in the form of watching ~22,000 marathon runners pass by at the PF Chang’s Marathon. We helped to set up the H20 station and passed out H20 to the runners. It was a great think today, but I was freezing! I wore a long sleeve shirt, a long sleeve fleece, a t-shirt and a jacket and was still cold! This took me back to my days as a Student Trainer at Cal. I worked with the Football team for a season. It was a great experience, and I got a lot of free clothing, which I still wear, but generally we were just glorified water girls. One of the many reasons I have sooo much respect for trainers!
I’d intended to go to Spin this afternoon, but got caught up catching up on Integrative Nutrition coursework, which I hadn’t done all week. I’m definitely looking forward to getting good workouts in tomorrow. On tap is Spin, Yoga Flow and Power Upper.
NUTRITION
I was definitely ready for a warm brunch when I got home from the race. So after I defrosted with a cup of coffee, followed by a cup of tea, I enjoyed a lovely and fulfilling bowl of Mounds Oats (1/4 c Oats, 2 tbsp Oat Bran, 1/2 c Unsweetened Chocolate Almond Breeze + 1/2 c H20, 1/2 scoop Chocolate Protein Powder, 1 tbsp Chia Seeds, topped with 1 tbsp Coconut).
Killer likes tea too..
And check out my new mug. I couldn’t resist, it screamed ’spring’ to me (after I packed up the Christmas mugs last week)!
Later on I snack on my current fave, Pumpkin Protein Overnight Oats, and topped it with 2 tbsp of TJ’s Omega Trail Mix.
Something New Sunday!
This weekend’s something new was Tempeh, specifically Trader Joe’s Organic 3 Grain Tempeh.
I tried a little bite first (it’s pre-cooked), and decided it would be perfect for a salad. I has just picked up Sweet Potatoes at the store, which I’d been craving all week, so I decided to give SnackFace’s Cheetahs a try. I’d seen these floating around the blogosphere and they always looked so good. I am happy to report, they’re as good as they look! After spraying a baking sheet with Organic Olive Oil Cooking Spray, I spread out the sliced Sweet Potatoes, lightly sprayed those, then sprinkled with salt-free Garlic & Herb Seasoning. I followed SnackFace’s directions, baking at 450 F for 30 minutes, flipping half-way through. At the same time I baked the Tempeh pieces for 15 minutes.
This salad was sooo refreshing!
And pretty, if I do say so myself
Actual Eats
Prep Day!
This week I finally used up my last batch of Pumpkin Hummus, and immediately wanted more. I loved this recipe, and it makes such a good portion that last for ages. I used this recipe but made a few adaptations.
Quick & Easy Pumpkin Hummus
15 oz can Garbanzo Beans / Chickpeas
15 oz Pumpkin
3 tbsp Tahini Hommus
1 tsp Olive Oil
3 tbsp H20
3/4 tsp Salt
1 tsp Cumin
1/4 tsp Ground Cayenne Pepper
1 tsp Garlic
It all goes into a food processor, and blend to desired consistency.
This is the Hummus I used. Love it by itself too.
I also roasted a few Chicken Breasts for the upcoming week. Gotta be prepared right!
Fun Links
So I’ve heard that the Vita-Mix really does live up to all the hype. Well Katie, the Chocolate-Covered version, is giving one away! Check out her blog here to learn more.
I also stumbled on this article today which compares ‘colored’ potatoes to white potatoes.. yay for getting my carotenoids tonight!
Tonight I’m heading out in Old Town for a friend’s birthday party. In my usual fashion, I already looked up the menu. I can be a total sucker for tasty cocktails.. Think I have my eye on the ‘Little Critter’ Martini: Tuaca with Chambord and a splash of Sweet & Sour. Martini’s tend to have less calories than the larger, more complex mixed drinks (though I’m a fan of those too, haha). So glad I’m such a light-weight and that one is all I’ll want
Have a great night!
Filed under: Food, Recipe · Tags: marathon, pumpkin hummus, salad, Sweet Potato, tempeh




























Oh those pumpkin oats + trail mix look FAB!!! I’m a huge trail mix fan!
Note to self: put up Christmas mugs. I tend to always keep them out! LOL!
Hahah, I like Genie’s note to self about putting away Christmas mugs… My note to self: STOP LISTENING TO CHRISTMAS MUSIC!!
Your food looks fantastic! I wish I could make my food look pretty like yours!
Pumpkin hummus sounds yummy! What do you pair it with?
I love pumpkin hummus! I make mine with all pumpkin. It totally rocks!
Sadly, my hubby doesn’t care much for pumpkin hummus
Of course, maybe it was just my rendition! Hope you enjoyed yourself out with friends.
I know this is a shocking answer for me to give.. but it goes great with Squash, especially with Kabocha slices
I like your ’spring mug’.
Killer reminds me my cat a lot… mine is not so well behaved though, his head would already be half way in that mug. 
I will try that pumpkin hummus, it looks delicious!
mmmmm your salad looks yummy. I’ve seen tempeh but I just never knew what it was until I read many posts about it in the interblog as well!
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