layered southwestern pasta salad
November 30th, 2008
You possibly will not think it is possible to lose weight while on a diet plan which includes layered southwestern pasta salad but it is possible. It is fundamental to not eat layered southwestern pasta salad or other high calorie vegetables & salads every day but in moderation.
This is what I do, I allow myself high calorie food one day per week. I eat a calorie controlled diet for 6 days of the week, say 1400 to 2000 calories a day, and then 1 day, I eat whatever I like - within reason of course.
I have been eating like this for the last 6 weeks and it has enabled me to lose 5 kilos. I have not changed my exercise regime or taken any pills or diet food. I have just been careful of what I eat most days of the week and then eat whatever I want one day a week.
I also find it makes things easier if you have some support when trying to lose weight and for that I joined the Biggest Loser club. They have numerous tools to show you how to monitor your progress and attain your goals.
On my one day off|non diet day|free day per week, I like|prefer|tend|usually like to eat southwestern food. I never imagined|thought|believed I could lose 5 kilos while eating southwestern meals but am very pleased|happy|glad|elated to see it is possible|does work|can work|can happen. If you would like to try|want to try|feel like trying some southwestern food, I suggest|advise|propose you make layered southwestern pasta salad which is one of my favourite|most admired|most adored|best loved southwestern recipes.
Layered Southwestern Pasta Salad
8 ounces medium shells, elbows or other
medium pasta shape, uncooked
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt to taste
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (11 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 red bell pepper, seeds and ribs removed, cut into strips
3/4 cup sliced green onions
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
3/4 cup mayonnaise (can use non-fat or lite)
1/2 cup sour cream (can use lite or non-fat)
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons hot or mild salsa
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro or parsley
Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse under cold water; drain again. Toss with oil and sprinkle with cumin; salt to taste.
Layer pasta, beans, corn, bell pepper, green onions and olives in a 2 1/2- to 3-quart straight sided clear glass bowl.
In a small bowl combine mayonnaise, sour cream and salsa; mix well. Spread mixture evenly over top of pasta, sealing to edge of bowl. Sprinkle with cilantro or parsley.
Cover bowl tightly and chill overnight.
You can vary|alter|change|adjust|adapt the recipe to make it a little|a little bit|quite a bit healthier or with fewer|less|not so many calories as this can help|aid|assist you to lose 5 kilos quickly|rapidly|easily. It worked|did work|was successful for me and could help|aid|assist you to lose weight too|also|as well%.
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