L is for LUNCH!!

...the best Leftover Lunch you've ever had!

I have learned through trial and error that when it comes to lunchtime, I NEED some CARBS involved.  I tried the midday salad route, or the breadless sandwich, but the lack of carbs just left me feeling incredibly lethargic by early afternoon.  NOT okay.  A healthy, fresh lunch with some added carbs is the perfect way to nourish your body and provide the energy needed to make it through to the evening...especially when you expend the energy needed for a workout (hint hint)!  Try out this delectable little treat I had yesterday...doesn't it look amazzzz?  A simple salad doesn't quite do it for me at lunch.  That whole wheat tortilla goes a lonnng way!

Wanna know the best part?  It's LEFTOVER from the previous night's dinner!  What started as a scrumptious salad, ended as a yummy lunchtime wrap!  Here's the down-low on how to prep both:

Grilled Chicken Apple Spinach Salad:

{serves one}

-3 cups fresh spinach

-1 apple peeled (yes, with a peeler)

-2 carrots peeled

-1 grilled chicken breast (season the chicken to keep from needing a dressing!)

- toss in bowl and !  

**TIP:  If your chicken isn't nice & juicy, the salad may seem a bit dry...even with the apples!  Add a tsp or so of balsamic or red wine vinegar to moisten it up!

 Leftover Lunch Version:

- remove from fridge leftovers from THIS easy-peasy dinner.

- empty into a warm whole wheat tortilla or pita 

- ENJOY w/ a side of fresh fruit OR fresh veggies & hummus. YUM.

When it comes to choosing the right foods, don't be afraid to fail!  Give any change in your diet about a week or so, and if you're not feeling right about it (e.g. low energy levels) look for ways to tweak!  A little change can go a lonnng way!

-Peace. Health. RoxyB!!

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