With our New Year's resolutions,
we are all looking to find some healthy indulgences,
including myself. :)
Now that Christmas break is over,
I'm ready and focused
for my healthy eating plan this year.
My resolution - eat a balanced diet and workout.
Less carbs and sugar,
more protein and nutrients.
I feel my best when I eat this way!
When I'm in the mood for a quick salty snack,
I grab a handful of kale,
chop and toss with evoo and sea salt.
Roast and eat in 15 minutes.
Yes, it's healthy and that easy. :)
including myself. :)
Now that Christmas break is over,
I'm ready and focused
for my healthy eating plan this year.
My resolution - eat a balanced diet and workout.
Less carbs and sugar,
more protein and nutrients.
I feel my best when I eat this way!
When I'm in the mood for a quick salty snack,
I grab a handful of kale,
chop and toss with evoo and sea salt.
Roast and eat in 15 minutes.
Yes, it's healthy and that easy. :)
Kale Chips
4 bunches of kale, destemmed
2-3 tsp of extra virgin olive oil
sea salt, to taste
Directions:
1. Chop kale into bite size pieces, evenly cut.
2. Toss 1/2 of chopped kale with 1tsp evoo (or massage with hands). Do the same for the remaining half.
3. Spread on a baking sheet, lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle sea salt.
4. Bake for 13-15 minutes at 375 degrees, or until crispy.
What are your healthy eating resolutions this year?
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We have planned yet another fun filled virtual party to "Leap into 2012 with a peak in 2011. Let us bring forth some of our best recipes we created in 2011 and also welcome 2012 with a new one!
And here is my top 6 recipe posts from 2011. I can't believe time flies! It's been such a journey for my health (read more at "my story"). I can finally say that I'm on the path to healing from my digestive aches and pains. God is so good to me. He answers prayers. This year is going to be the best ever. I just have that feeling. :)
And here is my top 6 recipe posts from 2011. I can't believe time flies! It's been such a journey for my health (read more at "my story"). I can finally say that I'm on the path to healing from my digestive aches and pains. God is so good to me. He answers prayers. This year is going to be the best ever. I just have that feeling. :)
i love your story! i'm glad this chapter in your life is finally over!
ReplyDeleteI just love kale chips!
ReplyDeleteAnd yes, God is good =)
Happy New Year my friend!
I look forward to reading your blog in 2012 and seeing more beautiful vivid pictures!!
Eat More Kale! yes thats one of my 2012 resolutions for sure!:) i need to get me those eat more kale tees:)
ReplyDeleteand your chips look perfect to start the year with. Hope this year brings in even better health and solutions for you.. lots of love, happiness and fulfilled wishes too! a very Happy 2012 Junia!
I just had kale chips for lunch! It was my first time trying it, and now I go to my Google reader and see your recipe haha. We think alike :D I also read your whole "about me" story, and wow you've been through so much! I'm definitely going to use the tips, and get to using my juicer. Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year Junia! That is quite a healthy transition you went through - I enjoyed reading about it - I love the idea that mindfulness (prayer) was central in your recovery. Beautiful story. These kale chips look perfect - they are such a great treat (and, if you don't dump vinegar all over them like I once did ;0 - they also stay crispy!) - I'll be looking out for your goal of increased protein in 2012 ;) - my detox started today... :) Bliss to you - xo
ReplyDeleteI might have to give kale chips another go. The last time I tried, they did not turn out hahaha
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful recap of 2011 of some of your scrumptious recipes here. Thanks for joining #Welcome2012 and making it a wonderful event.
ReplyDeleteHope to stay connected for more of foodie fun together in coming years!
Hi there my sweet friend! I love anything you make, I am not joking either! Thank you for helping with my vegan recipe questions last year, I may have more in the future:-) I seriously need to make kale chips, everyone always makes them sound so amazing:-) I will make that a goal this year, YUM! Happy New Year, Hugs, Terra
ReplyDeleteJunia-you are truly an inspiration for healthy indulgence. I wish I could convince a friend of mine to check out all the healthy and delicious vegan recipes...she has major gastro problems, and suddenly went "cold turkey" to her previous
ReplyDeleteold fashioned "macro biotic" diet; don't know if you heard of that, mainly brown rice, nuts, and only cooked vegetables. No raw fruits, or raw veggies...in other words, no fresh salads!
Love the kale chips, they look so healthy, and yummy!
Happy and healthy New Year:DDD
Gorgeous kale chips Junia! And that veggie paella is really calling out my name :-). It's been a great year getting to know you, and I really appreciate all the support you've given me :-). I"m thinking it's going to be a great year for you too!
ReplyDeleteA healthy way to start the year! Happy new Year Junia!
ReplyDeletelove this new recipe- you are the best. Happy New Year
ReplyDeleteHappy and Healthy new year deary!!
ReplyDeleteMis mejores deseos para tí en este año. Seguro que todo irá bien, tu te cuidas mucho. Haces un gran esfuerzo y todo irá muy bien.
Estos snacks tengo que probarlos, igual que esa paella vegetal, que ricaç11
Un abrazo
Núria
Lot of healthy choices! A great new year beginning! Thanks for your comment I am also glad to have found you in this food blog world :) Happy 2012!
ReplyDeleteHappy to participate in this virtual party with you! These kale chips look really interesting...I definitely want to try cooking with greens more this year.
ReplyDeleteHappy 2012!
I absolutely love kale AND kale chips! Happy New Year to you! #Welcome2012
ReplyDeleteThose kale chips look awesome! I wish I could find some kale here in Germany.. I'll be on the lookout for it! :)
ReplyDeleteHappy 2012!
Mmmm DELICIOUS! I absolutely love kale chips :-)
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see what great recipes you post in 2012
Happy New Year Junia. Thanks for all your wonderful recipes last year. I look forward to what 2012 will bring!!!!
ReplyDeleteMmm, kale chips. One of the best snacks ever. :) Thanks for sharing your story...and your wonderful eats. We can all benefit in some way. Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year Junia!
ReplyDeleteI love these kale chips...they are so light and so tasty. Beautiful picture!
Great "good luck" recipe for the New Year, Yuri! And so yummy! Feliz Ano Nuevo, Amiga! Abrazos!
ReplyDeletei bought a bunch of kale a while back - can't believe i didn't think about making chips! i've actually accidentally made brussel sprout chips once haha.. it was yummy! will have to purposefully get kale again!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year, Junia - I'm so glad to have gotten to know you the past year... thanks to Rachel for introducing us. Looking forward to learning more from one another in the new year! ;)
I tried these before but burnt the batch and ended up throwing them out- maybe it's time to give them another try!
ReplyDeleteMmm, I love kale chips! Homemade are so much better (and cheaper) than those ripoffs they sell in the store...
ReplyDeletelove how simple it is must try
ReplyDeletehappy new year Junia :-)
I'm so envious!! I can never find kale here, but I love kale chips so much!
ReplyDeleteoh my that sweet potato bread looks so GOOD! Hope your new year has been shaping up well, we love like-minded bloggers too! We def see eye to eye on many yummy things :)
ReplyDeleteMmm kale chips are great! Thank you for compiling the recipes together too... can't wait to try some out :)
ReplyDeleteI have never tried kale chips but they look so yummy! I love your end of the year round up..everything looks so good. That sweet potato bread is calling my name!
ReplyDeleteAmen to that Junia!! This will be an amazing year in unexpected ways!! You are so loved and cared for! And btw, I love kale chips and these sound good! I think it's so much better to make them at home than buy them at the store. They're expensive!!!! 0_0 Have a great day~
ReplyDeletekale chips are so wonderful! I love kale!
ReplyDeleteOMG I am dying now to go the farmers market to get fresh kale. I've been meaning to make these chips in awhile. thanks for the reminder Junia and a happy healthy new year!
ReplyDeleteYummm... I love kale chips, I make mine in dehydrator... These look really good.
ReplyDeleteWill try this recipe now.
Junia wishing you and your family a Very Happy and Prosperous New Year.
I've been making these every day this week and my skin is glowing!
ReplyDeleteI am so glad to hear you are feeling so mucg better. These kale chips look delicious!
ReplyDeleteKale chips look good Healthy to.
ReplyDeleteI make kale chips at least twice a week. They are devoured by the kids who can't get enough of the taste. Much healthier than regular old potato chips, so I'm a happy girl.
ReplyDeleteOh, I love kale chips! I grew them last year, and thank you for the reminder!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year Junia! I absolutely love kale chips! I always forget how easy it is to make these tasty snacks. I should keep a huge bag with me every day to snack on and be healthy!
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