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Best Alternative Protein Sources

BY: Sarah, ON: Tue, December 23, 2008, TAGGED:

By: Sarah Holvik, B.Sc. Nutritional Science
 
Alternative sources of protein are not only useful for vegetarians. Everyone can benefit from incorporating these items into their healthy eating regime. Replace some of your regular meat dishes with the following sources of protein and enjoy increased health benefits such as heart and digestive health, along with adding variety to your every day meals.

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Brown Rice With Fruit And Nuts

BY: ActiveLiving, ON: Wed, October 8, 2008, TAGGED:

You can actually start preparing the rice for this breakfast or snack dish the night before.  Bring the water and salt to boil in a small pot and stir in the rice.  Cover tightly and turn off the heat.  By morning, the rice will be nearly done.  You’ll need only to add a little water and simmer the rice a few minutes.

Serves 2
1 ½ cups water
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup brown rice
1 – 2 cups diced fresh or frozen fruit, such as strawberries, blueberries and raspberries
1 cup walnuts or pecans

1.    Bring the water and salt to boil in a small pot and stir in the rice.  Reduce the heat to low and simmer with the lid slightly ajar for 40 minuets or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.

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