Monday 6 January 2014

Sweet Potatoes









BENEFITS OF SWEET POTATOES

Sweet Potatoes are high in Vitamin B6 thats helps reduce chemical homocysteine in our bodies.
Homocysteine is linked with degenerative dieseases, including the prevention of heart attacks.

They are good source of Vitamin C.

They contain Vitamin D which is critical for immune system and overall health.

Sweet potatoes contain iron.

Sweet potatoes are a good source of magnesium which is the relaxation and anti-stress mineral.

They are a source of Potassium that help regulate heart beat and nerve signals.

Sweet potatoes are a better option than white potatoes for diabetics. The glycemic index of sweet potatoes is a lot low which is better for diabetics control.

The high amount of dietary fiber, the low calorie content and high amount of water all work together to make sweet potatoes a great food if you are trying to lose weight.

Try them roasted, pureed, steamed, baked or grilled. You can add them to soups and stews or mix them with leafy greens for salads.Puree them and add to smoothies.
Grill it with some onions and capsicum which will make an amazing sandwich or wrap.










Broccoli Soup






INGREDIENTS

Broccoli steamed and chopped  -  1 cup
Garlic chopped  -  2 nos
Onion chopped  -  1 nos
Olive oil  -  1 tbsp
Pepper powder
Salt

METHOD

Heat a pan with olive oil.
Add chopped onion and saute well.
Then add chopped garlic and again saute well.
Add broccoli and 2 cups of water and mix well.
Allow it to boil well.
Remove from heat and allow it to cool.
Then puree the broccoli in a blender until smooth.
Then add salt and pepper powder as per taste.
Serve.