New Eats
I can’t believe Thursday is over already! It’s amazing how fast today flew by, isn’t it?
Lunch was delicious today… My dad & I went to Wegman’s for a nice change from our usual spot (Panera)… I have always wanted to try the salad bar there, but have been nervous about piling too much food in it and having a $20 salad (1lb. is $6.99) 
However, I gave it a whirl anyway, it was in a carefree mood! My salad was FABULOUS… I think I died and went to salad bar heaven… It was truly one of the best salads ever & super filling…
This combination included:
- Baby Spinach
- Wheatberry Salad
- Tomatoes
- Grilled Squash and Zucchini
- Cucumbers
- Red Onion
- Edamame
- Sprinkling of Feta
- Grapes
- Carrots
- Orange scented tofu (not impressed w/ the flavor – prefer spicy tofu!)
This salad held me over AMAZINGLY… I couldn’t believe that at 4pm, I still was not hungry… However I did munch on half a Clif PB Bar before spinning for fuel:
Spinning was awesome as usual… I think my legs are getting stronger and I feel more confident about the ACS ride (which is a month away now!) after each and every spinning class… I’m hoping to start getting LONG bike rides in at least once a week now from here on out… I got there a little early so I did about 20 minutes of ab work using the “torso” machine & the “crunch” machine…
When I got home, I was starving so I wanted something quick, simple, and filling… I cooked up a bowl of Annie’s Mac n Cheese, topped it with flax (didnt get any today!!!), basil, and black pepper… On the side I had my leftover crab-cake… I apologize for the unappealing picture, I tore the breading off!
Now I’m off to settle into bed, put my feet up, and relax! I think in a little while I might have a snack of some fruit or a popsicle, we’ll see!
Sweet dreams ya’ll!
Your dinner looks really good! I wish we had good seafood here in the midwest!
Putting flax on Annie’s mac and cheese is such a good idea. I actually haven’t tried flax (ever!) but I think that would be a good way to ease into it
That salad looks delish! It’s so colorful too. I just love summer, what with all the fresh fruits and veggies available.
I really like your idea of putting flax in the mac & cheese – I will definitely do that next time! That salad looks great too! I don’t think we have Wegman’s near me though
(slaps forehead) Flax on mac and cheese! brilliant. After seeing those Annie’s single serve packs, I decided I’d snatch some too (a full box of mac and cheese presents some uncomfortable portion control descisions), but I have to say, when I saw how small the portion was I about cried (double cry because it’s not even WW flour, the outrage
). Adding flax though would help both the skimpy size and the satiety issues from processed flour. Gracias
I’m a big fan of salad bars too. But everytime I end up paying 10 bucks as it gets weighed in because my eyes want everything in sight!
ok
outing myself NEVER EATEN FETA.
by choice
just dont think Id like it—-perhaps Ill give it a try.
love the flax mac and cheese idea too!
ive done the toasted chia seeds before and love that!
What a great idea to use flax!
Monica ~ Oh no, I didn’t even realize that!
magpie ~ Oh try it, it’s my superpower food
Amanda ~ I completely agree w/ you! Tons of amazing finds!
Jenn ~ Yeah it was yummy, almost like breading, kind of haha… I think whole foods has a similar salad bar!
Lily ~ After eating it, I thought it was a decent potion size, maybe add in some veggies for more volume? Enjoy
Richelle ~ Yeah, this one cost me $8! But I guess it could have been worse & at least it was yummy haha
MizFit ~ Oooo wow
I actually only had it for the first time a couple yrs ago, so I guess I’ll “out” myself too haha… I have yet to try the toasted chia seeds tho!!!!!
Becca A ~ Thanks, I’d put it in everything if I could!!!
Edamame in a salad sounds really good! I’ll have to try that. And to see my CARTOONS click on my name link.
Salad looks gorgeous. You can toss so many different things in a salad!
Madrugada ~ It was really delish, now I want to stock up at home!
Sagan ~ Especially in this fantastic season