Today Fit Friday is all about Fall....Fall Fit Friday! Ruthie is here with a fantastic salad to try out during this beautiful autumn season. Can't wait! Then check out the fall fit tips from yours truly!
Apple, Roasted Butternut Squash, Pepitas Salad is fabulous for all your autumn gatherings. . . anything from football games to thanksgiving dinner!
Apple, Roasted Butternut Squash, Pepitas Salad is heavenly with our Apple Cinnamon Vinaigrette from last week! Ohhhhh my. You're taste buds won't even be able to handle it! Then, we're tossing on some of our Honey Cinnamon Roasted Butternut Squash from Wednesday and every guest at your table will be so impressed!
Apple, Roasted Butternut Squash, Pepitas Salad. . . are you familiar with Pepitas? The name pepita comes from the Mexican Spanish phrase, pepita de calabaza, which translates to “little seed of squash.” Pepitas often refer to the seeds of pumpkins, although they can also come from other varieties of squash. Raw pepitas are flat, oval-shaped green seeds that are removed from pumpkins and then dried for eating. These pumpkin seeds may be little, but they sure pack a lot of nutrition, including: 1) Protein: Each one-ounce serving of pepitas provides a whopping ten grams of protein. Talk about an ideal post-workout snack! 2) Dietary Fiber: Pepitas also provide three grams of dietary fiber to support a healthy digestive system. Foods rich in fiber can help lower “LDL” bad cholesterol levels. 3) Minerals: Pumpkin seeds are also a great source of minerals like phosphorus, magnesium and zinc. Phosphorus is important for bone health, magnesium is involved in over 600 chemical reactions in the body and zinc supports immune system health. 4) Iron: A single serving of pepitas provides 15 percent of the recommended daily value for iron. This mineral is important for transporting oxygen-rich red blood cells throughout the body. 5) Essential Fatty Acids: High in plant-based omega-3s (known as alpha-linolenic acid or ALA), pepitas can help lower inflammation levels and offer balance to your diet. 6) Antioxidants: Pumpkin seeds contain numerous compounds with antioxidant capabilities. One such compound, vitamin E, is available in a wide variety of forms in pumpkin seeds. Vitamin E offers significant protection against free radicals and toxins. ** for more information go to Nut.com
Fall is in the air. That means crisp fresh air and craziness at my house. Really....I have a love-hate relationship with Fall. I love the crisp air, I love the leaves, I love feeling the cool sunshine on my face. I hate how busy my husband gets and feeling like winter is right around the corner.
1-Enjoy those leaves I was just saying that I love. I already have some shorter hikes planned with baby girl during preschool hours. And I have some high hopes for a trail run or two.
Apple, Roasted Butternut Squash, Pepitas Salad is fabulous for all your autumn gatherings. . . anything from football games to thanksgiving dinner!
Apple, Roasted Butternut Squash, Pepitas Salad is heavenly with our Apple Cinnamon Vinaigrette from last week! Ohhhhh my. You're taste buds won't even be able to handle it! Then, we're tossing on some of our Honey Cinnamon Roasted Butternut Squash from Wednesday and every guest at your table will be so impressed!
Apple, Roasted Butternut Squash, Pepitas Salad. . . are you familiar with Pepitas? The name pepita comes from the Mexican Spanish phrase, pepita de calabaza, which translates to “little seed of squash.” Pepitas often refer to the seeds of pumpkins, although they can also come from other varieties of squash. Raw pepitas are flat, oval-shaped green seeds that are removed from pumpkins and then dried for eating. These pumpkin seeds may be little, but they sure pack a lot of nutrition, including: 1) Protein: Each one-ounce serving of pepitas provides a whopping ten grams of protein. Talk about an ideal post-workout snack! 2) Dietary Fiber: Pepitas also provide three grams of dietary fiber to support a healthy digestive system. Foods rich in fiber can help lower “LDL” bad cholesterol levels. 3) Minerals: Pumpkin seeds are also a great source of minerals like phosphorus, magnesium and zinc. Phosphorus is important for bone health, magnesium is involved in over 600 chemical reactions in the body and zinc supports immune system health. 4) Iron: A single serving of pepitas provides 15 percent of the recommended daily value for iron. This mineral is important for transporting oxygen-rich red blood cells throughout the body. 5) Essential Fatty Acids: High in plant-based omega-3s (known as alpha-linolenic acid or ALA), pepitas can help lower inflammation levels and offer balance to your diet. 6) Antioxidants: Pumpkin seeds contain numerous compounds with antioxidant capabilities. One such compound, vitamin E, is available in a wide variety of forms in pumpkin seeds. Vitamin E offers significant protection against free radicals and toxins. ** for more information go to Nut.com
Apple, Roasted Butternut Squash, Pepitas Salad
Recipe Type: Salad
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Serves: 2
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 3 cups cinnamon [url href="https://cookingwithruthie.com/2017/09/20/honey-cinnamon-roasted-butternut-squash/" target="_blank"]honey cinnamon roasted butternut squash[/url]
- 1 fuji apple, de-seeded and thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons red onion, minced
- 1/4 cup raw pepitas
- serve with [url href="https://cookingwithruthie.com/2017/09/15/apple-cinnamon-vinaigrette/" target="_blank"]apple cinnamon vinaigrette[/url]
Instructions
- Divide greens between two serving plates.
- Top greens with remaining ingredients; divided equally.
- Serve with Apple Cinnamon Vinaigrette.
- Enjoy!
Apple, Roasted Butternut Squash, Pepitas Salad is a beautiful autumn creation waiting to impress all your guests!
Now, let's talk Fall Fit Tips. Every season requires fresh motivation;
1-Enjoy those leaves I was just saying that I love. I already have some shorter hikes planned with baby girl during preschool hours. And I have some high hopes for a trail run or two.
2-Layer up. It is a little cooler as I walk out the door. The stubborn me sucks it up and deals with the cold for a bit. The smart me throws on a light weight shirt that I can wrap around my waist once I get warmer.
3-Be safe. I have had to dig out the head lamps and reflective vests if I am leaving at all before 7. During the summer I can keep those packed away as long as I don't head out before 6am...that start time gets a little later with the colder air. Unfortunately the kids schedules don't start any later.
4-Germs are in abundance, especially if you have kids in school. Lysol! Wash hands! At the gym be sure you are wiping down equipment, even if it is dry it doesn't mean that sweat isn't there!
5- Enjoy fall produce. For me that means lots of apples. It also means my mom is making the last batch of fresh salsa that will be downed in one sitting.
Enjoy the season folks!
Much Love and Peace
~ Nichole and Ruthie
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