What is Slow Carb?

The Slow Carb Diet is based around lowering insulin spikes that would trigger off energy to be stored as fat…it is Carbohydrates that are low in the Glycemic Index.
Foods include Broccoli, Cauliflower, Spinach, Collard Greens and of course lots of Protein Rich Foods like Chicken, Eggs, Beef, Pork, etc….This blog was made to give insight as well as helpful recipes to help others achieve their weight loss goals using the slow carb method…I am not a nutritionist…I am just a regular person who knows this form of eating works!!!

For detailed information on eating slow carb….I will add recipes and Meal ideas and information constantly to give variety to those wanting to try to eat in the slow carb manner.

Monday, June 25, 2012

Curry Chickpeas and Black Beans Served over cauliflower…


Served over cauliflower…
Makes 4 heaping 1-cup servings

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced peeled gingerroot
4 teaspoons curry powder
¼ tsp ground cumin
1/8 tsp cayenne
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained
2/3 cup chopped fresh parsley (or cilantro)
1 tablespoon lemon juice

1) In a large nonstick pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and ginger. Cook 3 minutes, or until onion starts to soften. Add curry. Stir. Cook 1 minute. Add tomatoes. Stir. Cook until a tiny bit thick, about 1 minute. Add salt, black beans, and chickpeas. Stir. “Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes.” Kill heat. Add parsley and lemon juice. Stir. Serve.

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