Salt for Life: A Blogger Recipe Challenge

 

 

Do you ever have those moments when people are brought into your life or moments occur that could not seem more fortuitous because of the timing? Several months ago I was approached to host a Boston Insta-Meet for a brand that encompasses healthy living and assisting people in finding suitable alternatives: Salt for Life.

For most, the partnership would have been a wonderful opportunity to learn more about a brand that aligned with their own healthy living initiatives. For me it was much more. Very few of you know that in August of 2006, I was diagnosed with the debilitating autoimmune disorder, SLE.

My journey battling SLE included being treated with high doses of both oral and intravenous corti-steroids, chemotherapy and multiple surgeries. For the first time in my life, I was told I had to be extremely careful of what I ate and was limited to very little salt, if any. 

My body was constantly being depleted of it’s nutrients, namely potassium which caused very painful muscle cramping.

 

 

I was never one to use salt at the table or even when cooking but as with anything, when you’re told something is no longer available to you, it happens to pique every one of your interests. 

Even now, as I have dramatically changed my life, following a fairly strict diet when at home and on the weekends and my SLE has been in and out of remission, salt is still seen as the enemy.

So now you see why the partnership with Salt for Life meant a lot to me. As it contains 75% less sodium than ordinary table salt, while maintaining the same great taste, I wish it had been available to me earlier. 

Since connecting with the wonderful team spread throughout the U.S, I have made numerous healthy entrees, salads, sweet sauces and savory marinades.

Salt for Life can be purchased at DeMoulas Market Basket and select Walmart stores in the Boston area. Salt for Life is currently hosting a Blogger challenge on their Instagram so make sure you head over to vote for your favorite recipe with a like!
What healthy alternatives do you incorporate into your daily life? Below are a few recipes to help with inspiration!

 

 

Sweet Basil Potato Hash with Eggs

• 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil for sauteeing
• 5 Sweet potatoes, cubed
• 1 Medium white onion (diced)
• 1 Whole avocado
• 1 tsp Fresh basil
• ¾ tsp Salt for Life
• Fresh ground pepper to taste
• ¼ tsp Paprika
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 3 Large eggs

Heat large saute pan (or skillet) with oil over medium heat and add onions with garlic cloves until both are brown. Take out the garlic cloves (I use them for taste only rather than adding garlic powder or salt.)

Add in sweet potatoes, most of the basil, Salt for Life, paprika and a touch of fresh ground black pepper and stir. Add 2 tbsp of water and cover to make the sweet potatoes tender (10 – 15 minutes.)
Make divots in the potatoes for cracked eggs, sprinkling each with a tiny bit of Salt for Life and fresh ground black pepper and recover. Enjoy while yolks remain somewhat runny but whites are set. Top with fresh basil and garnish with a side of sliced avocado for extra protein!

 

Quick Chipotlesque Spicy Corn Salsa

• 4 cups of cut, cooked sweet yellow corn
• ½ a red onion, diced
• 2 medium vine ripened tomatoes, diced
• 1 – 2 jalapeno peppers, seeds removed unless you are looking for a varying degree of heat)
• 3 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 limes
• 1 tsp Salt for Life
• Fresh ground black pepper to taste

Combine all ingredients, mixing well for even distribution of seasoning and let sit in refrigerator for a few hours before serving.

 

Crispy Parmesan Chicken & Creamy Lemon Garlic Pasta

Chicken

• 2 Chicken Breasts, filleted thinly
• 6 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil for sauteeing
• ¼  cup of Gluten-free Baking Mix
• ½ cup Finely ground almonds or almond flour (healthy breadcrumb alternative)
• ½ cup grated parmesan cheese

 

Pasta

• 8 oz Pasta (substitute whole wheat or 10 oz of quinoa for healthier alternatives)
• ½ cup Fat-free Half & Half (heavy whipping cream alternative)
• 1 juiced lemon
• 1 garlic clove
• ½ tsp Salt for Life
• Fresh ground black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Mix gluten-free baking mix, almond flour and grated cheese in a shallow plate. While warming 4 tbsp of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat, dip chicken into the remaining olive oil. Then coat on both sides with the flour mixture before placing in the heated pan. Cook on both sides 3 – 6 minutes until crispy.

Cook pasta according to instructions while whisking all pasta ingredients in a saucepan over low heat until it thickens. Add to pasta, serve with chicken and garnish with fresh parsley and an extra sprinkle of Salt for Life and fresh ground pepper.

 

What are some of your favorite healthier for you recipes in your regular rotation?

 

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