Beluga Lentils! “Let food be your medicine and medicine be your food”

Lately, I've been focusing on my rehab which can be very draining both mentally and physically. Mentally, some athletes struggle with rehab, viewing it as a set back, because it literally is, or maybe it just seems that way. The difference in my opinion is how you approach the situation, focusing on the positive is without a doubt the best mental attitude resource you have available, so stay focus, and stay positive! In my journey, my approach is to go with the flow, instead of struggling with the inevitable, I like to focus on the right now, I allow myself to embrace the moment. Since training has gotten less intense since my injury and adjusting to my new routine is never easy, the right food intake has been essential to complement my recovery.

Plant based meal.

Ingredients:

Beluga lentil and shiitake mushrooms

Cauliflower

Red pepper

Green beans

To cook this fabulous dish, ensure that your lentils have been soaking over night. When cooking your Beluga lentils, ensure your ratio is 2:1 cups of water to lentils. When your pot is boiling, reduce to medium heat and check the beans to prevent overcooking. As your lentils are cooking, lightly sautés your veggies with almond oil on a skillet at medium heat, feel free to add your own dash of spices and be careful not to over-salt the dish. I personally do not use black pepper, but if this is the only spice you've got, go for it! In hot summer days I enjoy my lentils cool, but this dish works fresh off the stove.

Now, why try Beluga lentils?

Beluga lentils are gluten free and low in sodium. High in protein and are an excellent source of soluble and insoluble fiber. It has shown to reduce cholesterol and blood pressure and help to lower sugar levels.

Not too many people take advantage of these amazing lentils, so be humble and give it try, you might love them.

Let’s keep this on!

Yette