Now that I work outside of the home, the challenge is to keep eating right. By right I mean a balanced diet that also helps calm inflammation in my body. As a side note I will mention that the building I work in shares a parking lot with Dairy Queen. No temptation there on a hot summer day :)
The first couple of weeks after I was hired were spent training on a full time basis. Believe me when I say it is taking a bit of time to get used to the new working schedule. I am trying to be organized and plan meals in order to curb the temptation to dine out.
Since summer is here, and I am a summer girl through and through, I prefer to be outside whenever I can. After work it is wonderful to relax on the patio, visiting with my husband while we wait for the barbecue to cook our meal. We are doing a lot of grilling to keep meals simple, relaxing, and healthy.
Our garden is supplying us with an abundance of lettuce so we put together a salad to go with whatever we decide to grill. One of our favorites has become Grilled Turkey Breast with a side salad. The rub that I use on the Grilled Turkey Breast is made with spices that calm inflammation. Of course, the salad is healthy and calming as well. Enjoy!
Grilled Turkey Breast
1 Turkey Breast
1 tsp each of paprika, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt
1/8 tsp pepper
Olive oil
Rub the turkey breast with olive oil. Then mix the spices together and rub them onto the turkey breast, coating it completely. Place the turkey breast on the grill and cook for about 35 minutes or until done. Turn the breast over half way through the cooking time.
Salad
Fresh salad greens
Sliced red or sweet onions
Sliced sweet peppers
Parmesan cheese
Balsamic Vinaigrette
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
Whisk ingredients together until mixed well. Pour over lettuce, onions, peppers, and Parmesan cheese. Toss together and serve.
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