I mentioned in one of my previous posts my love for sweets. Especially chocolate. Well, a lot has changed since I have really gotten on board with watching my diet in maintaining my kidney health. Chocolate is one of those "sweets" that I have basically all but eliminated from my diet. Do I still have a bite or two on very limited occasions, yes. Yet very few occasions and very limited! That is where the small 3 Musketeer's bars fall into play. Just one small bar, eaten very slowly, and enjoyed immensely, helps. As you know...Rome wasn't built in a day, and neither will your new eating habits. Slow n steady...slow n steady...With that said, I want to give you a quick recipe for a dip that is super easy to whip up and tastes great with fresh veggies and crackers.
When you first start anything, there is a learning curve. You will have ups and downs, adjustments. Sometimes you stay on track for a while, other times you might take a slip, but then get back on track in the race. I am not an exerciser, never have been. I do love to walk though. It's been cold and snowy here where we live so I try and keep moving by doing household chores, baking, trying new recipes, all to keep moving. I can't wait till the weather breaks so I can get outside and garden, walk, and just enjoy nature.
Snacking is kind of like that. You have been so used to enjoying almost everything there is on the store shelves, then BOOM, the snow falls so to speak...Believe me there are choices. Yes, veggies may replace candy bars. Fish may replace the steaks you loved. Mashed Cauliflower may replace those mashed potatoes you use to crave. Yet your health is worth it.
The recipe that follows is one of the recipes that has helped me to basically give up my chocolate cravings. Its tart, just spicy enough and actually takes the edge off because it quenches your hunger enough that you forget about that "sweet fix" you wanted.
I recently purchased a slicer, grater attachment for my stand mixer to make my life so much easier when making some of the recipes I share. But a little bit of arm work helps build muscle, right? Just joking, wanted to see if you were still awake...Your taste buds awake new adventures.
Quick, easy and tasty Rosemary-Garlic Dip
1/4 cup sour cream (you can use low fat yogurt if you prefer)
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons lemon juice, fresh or bottled
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
In a small bowl, mix the sour cream, garlic, lemon juice, rosemary, and pepper.
Use the dip immediately or store in the refrigerator in an airtight container. Will last up to a week in the refrigerator.
Serve with kidney safe veggies like green, red, or yellow bell peppers. Carrots, celery, radishes., cucumber slices. You can even add a few kidney safe crackers if you feel the need. It's a filling snack and the tartness of the dip with the crunchiness of the fresh veggies is actually a kidney friendly treat. Enjoy!
Till next post. Have a blessed day!
Lee
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