BY JAMIE DUVNJAK, CERTIFIED HEALTH COACH & PERSONAL TRAINER
For those who are currently avoiding, planning to eliminate, or reducing croutons due to gluten sensitivity or from the empty calories associated with them, there are plenty of alternatives to enjoy! Fortunately, I can eat gluten in moderation. I like a few croutons on my salad here and there for added crunch, but have found many other items to include which have been just as fulfilling and tasty.
Here is my list:
• Roasted sweet potato chips (roast them with olive oil and sea salt on 375 degrees for 25-30 minutes. A little less or more depending on your oven. You just don’t want them to burn).
• Lightly salted potato chips (again, you can roast your own. I like the Trader Joe’s Lightly Salted ones).
• Terra Exotic Vegetable Chips (a delicious blend of root vegetables).
• Crushed up organic blue corn tortilla chips (I usually buy mine from Trader Joe’s or Whole Foods, but you can find them at most other grocery stores).
• Luke’s Garden Vegetable MultiiGrain & Seed Crackers (there are a few different flavors, but I prefer this one).
I like to grab a small handful and crush them while sprinkling them evenly over my bowl. I eat a salad each night and none of mine taste exactly the same throughout the week. As a result, I never get tired of the flavor. Plus, I add a variety of vegetables and lean protein sources throughout the week to make sure I’m getting a good amount of micronutrients with each meal.
Please share this with anyone you feel may benefit.
Enjoy!
Jamie
For those who are currently avoiding, planning to eliminate, or reducing croutons due to gluten sensitivity or from the empty calories associated with them, there are plenty of alternatives to enjoy! Fortunately, I can eat gluten in moderation. I like a few croutons on my salad here and there for added crunch, but have found many other items to include which have been just as fulfilling and tasty.
Here is my list:
• Roasted sweet potato chips (roast them with olive oil and sea salt on 375 degrees for 25-30 minutes. A little less or more depending on your oven. You just don’t want them to burn).
• Lightly salted potato chips (again, you can roast your own. I like the Trader Joe’s Lightly Salted ones).
• Terra Exotic Vegetable Chips (a delicious blend of root vegetables).
• Crushed up organic blue corn tortilla chips (I usually buy mine from Trader Joe’s or Whole Foods, but you can find them at most other grocery stores).
• Luke’s Garden Vegetable MultiiGrain & Seed Crackers (there are a few different flavors, but I prefer this one).
I like to grab a small handful and crush them while sprinkling them evenly over my bowl. I eat a salad each night and none of mine taste exactly the same throughout the week. As a result, I never get tired of the flavor. Plus, I add a variety of vegetables and lean protein sources throughout the week to make sure I’m getting a good amount of micronutrients with each meal.
Please share this with anyone you feel may benefit.
Enjoy!
Jamie
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